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Deathwives Founders: Death Doulas Fill End-of-Life Care Gaps, Ease Strain on Hospice Staff

Hospice News

Many come striving for change after witnessing loved ones receive poor end-of-life care or enduring bereavement without support. A death doula is a non-medical provider trained to care for a terminally ill person and their family physically, emotionally and spiritually during the process of death.

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Older Americans Month

AT Home Care & Hospice

Our care providers focus on the following: Hospital-to-home transition following an illness or injury Patient and caregiver education Managing chronic health conditions, such as heart disease, pulmonary disease, or kidney disease What Is Hospice Care?

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Navigating End-of-Life Conversations: A Guide for New Hospice Nurses

Hospice Nurse Hero

The SPIKES Protocol: A Framework for Effective Communication: The SPIKES protocol is a widely recognized framework for delivering difficult news, especially to those with life-limiting illnesses and end-of-life care. You should also utilize your hospice volunteers when you can.