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Still Here: Filling the Gaps in How We Care for the Dying

Richard Craft Season 2025 Episode 169

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In this Unfiltered Friday episode of The Men of the House Podcast, host Richard Craft opens up about the heart behind his next chapter — Nobody Should Die Alone, a mission born from his firsthand experience as a 24/7 caregiver to an aging veteran who had no family to care for him.

Richard reflects on the difference between medical care and human care — and why in our modern systems, we often confuse the two. From home health to hospice, the “transactional” part of end-of-life is covered. But what’s missing is presence. Compassion. Connection. Humanity.

This episode is a call to slow down, to remember that our value isn’t in being perfect — it’s in being present. Whether it’s sitting quietly beside someone in their final days or showing up for a loved one who feels forgotten, it’s the stillness that often matters most.

👉 In this episode, Richard explores:

  • Why presence means more than doing everything “right”
  • How his experience caring for “Buck” inspired Nobody Should Die Alone
  • The emotional gaps in modern end-of-life care
  • What it means to bring humanity back into life’s most sacred moments
  • How we can all play a role in helping others feel seen — until the very end

If you’ve ever wondered how to find meaning in simply showing up, this episode is for you. It’s a quiet reminder that being present is the greatest gift you can give — to others and to yourself.

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