Hospice News
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
In the backdrop of these personal events, hangs the Schiavo case. The decision by Schiavo’s husband to suspend artificial life support and feeding for his wife, who was in an irreversible persistent vegetative state, prompted a seven-year legal battle with her parents.
Comfort Home Care
APRIL 18, 2024
Receiving a diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease is a life-altering event not only for the individual diagnosed but also for their family. From the characteristic tremors and rigidity to challenges with balance and mobility, Parkinson’s presents a unique set of obstacles that can make even the simplest tasks daunting.
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Diversity Nursing
MARCH 26, 2024
Embrace the present moment fully, allowing yourself to be fully present and aware of your surroundings. Attend Outdoor Events : Look for outdoor concerts, festivals, or farmers' markets in your area to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of spring. Try bringing some bird seed with you to feed the local wildlife.
Seasons Hospice
OCTOBER 26, 2022
This document can specify your end-of-life wishes in the event that you become unable to make decisions for yourself. What Items Should Be Present In Your Living Will? This document spells out your wishes for end-of-life medical care in the event that you are unable to communicate them yourself.
Living With Hospice
JULY 19, 2021
There are cultures where saying goodbye and sending a loved one off to the next world is a series of very big and quite significant events filled with tradition, and reverence, big gatherings, big meals, people come from far and near ceremonies that well, you know, the whole shebang in our society. And this applies to those who are dying too.
Hospice Nurse Hero
JANUARY 18, 2022
For instance, you may need to touch, feed, or even bathe a patient. As a nurse, it might be tempting to promise the family that you will be present when their loved one dies. If they ask you to attend a special event or family gathering, you might be inclined to say yes. Now, let’s break that down in a little bit more.
GeriPal
OCTOBER 5, 2023
I felt like I was always told to present people with a buffet of options and, really, without guidance, ask them to choose, which is, it would always make me feel sick to my stomach. But I think what I didn’t know was that when somebody makes a decision to get to a certain event that the work isn’t done then.
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