119 Cloud9Care: Innovations in Comfort and Pressure Injury Prevention In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher interviews Suzanne Mayer, a nurse with a wealth of experience in acute and ICU care, and the creator of Cloud9Care. Suzanne discusses her innovative mattress overlay system designed to prevent and treat pressure sores in bedridden patients, particularly those in hospice care. Inspired by her personal experience with a family member in home hospice, Suzanne developed this cost-effective solution that incorporates low-friction, moisture-wicking fabrics, and detachable pockets for proper positioning. The episode also highlights Suzanne’s journey, including her speaking engagements, product features, user testimonials, and the challenges faced in adoption, such as hospital laundry protocols and costs. Listeners are encouraged to visit Cloud9CareSystem.com for more information and partnership opportunities. 00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained 00:36 Meet Suzanne Mayer: A Nurse’s Journey 00:49 The Birth of Cloud9Care 01:22 Cloud9Care: Features and Benefits 02:51 Welcome Suzanne Mayer to Hospice Explained 03:12 Suzanne’s Personal Story and Innovation 06:56 Cloud9Care: Market and Trials 09:11 Technical Details and Practical Use 10:08 Future Prospects and Real Experiences 15:42 A Life-Saving Trial: Healing Bed Sores 17:11 Understanding Bed Sores: Stages and Prevention 17:41 More Testimonies: Success Stories 20:45 Nursing Background: A Crucial Role 22:14 Hospice Care: Education and Experience 24:47 Innovative Solutions: Hospital Applications 25:45 Challenges and Future Directions 29:55 Conclusion: Spreading the Word

https://www.cloud9caresystem.com/

Finding a Hospice Agency

1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency,

2. choose Find provider

3. Choose Hospice

4. then add your zip code

This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

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Marie Betcher Marie Betcher BSN, RN

I am a Registered nurse with 37 years of experience. I spent 4 of those years working in Hospice.
I found out of all areas that I worked either in or out of the Hospital.

Hospice and the end of life needed the most education. I created my Podcast Hospice Explained based on that need for education.