Peaceful Passage & End of Life Support with Kait McEwen

Episode notes

Welcome to another episode of the Voices of Hospice Leadership Podcast . In this conversation, host Brian Frantz sits down with Kait McEwen, founder of Peaceful Passage , to explore how her work complements hospice services and provides families with much needed support during the end of life journey. Kait brings a unique, non-medical perspective that focuses on advocacy, logistical planning, and guiding families through what can often feel overwhelming. She describes her role as “walking alongside hospice,” filling in the gaps that Medicare doesn’t cover and helping families navigate emotional and practical challenges. Key Highlights from This Episode The Inspiration Behind Peaceful Passage: Kait shares how her career path led her into end of life support and why the work feels sacred. Collaborating with Hospice Teams: How she advocates for patients, supports families, and complements social workers and clinical staff. Common Family Challenges: From financial stress to emotional overwhelm, Kait explains how she brings structure to chaos. A Story That Inspired Her: Kait recalls a caregiving experience with a veteran that reaffirmed her mission to guide families into hospice care.