Hospice News

MARCH 31, 2023

“There has been some confusion and an assumption by some that hospice services were no longer available in our county,“ FOCH Executive Director Elena Twiss told local news. “At At present, Hospice of Central New York & the Finger Lakes is providing hospice care to patients in Oswego County.

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The Bucket-List Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Therefore, most stories are in the present tense. Robert and his family began hospice care three months ago after his stage four cancer diagnosis. During that time, his care team noticed that the walls of Mr. and Mrs. Kilbourn’s home were covered with beautifully painted and framed oil paintings.

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Seasons Hospice

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Be present. And if they don’t want to talk, simply being present can be a comfort. Entering Into Hospice. As your loved one enters hospice care, you may find yourself feeling lost and alone. Hospice can be a difficult time for both patients and their families. Hospice Volunteers.

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Hospice Nurse Hero

JANUARY 11, 2024

I like to ask the patient and family if it’s ok to speak openly with everyone present. You should also utilize your hospice volunteers when you can. Learn as much as you can about what services your volunteers can offer. Another important thing to consider is who’s in the room.

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Living With Hospice

MAY 22, 2021

I've been involved in caregiving for other family members, including my parents, my in laws, several dear friends, and I've been a hospice volunteer for over a dozen years. I've seen the good, the bad, and everything in between of hospice agencies and different end of life situations. Just be present. Just sit and listen.

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Living With Hospice

AUGUST 26, 2020

I am a very experienced person who's been a caregiver and a longtime hospice volunteer. I've been on the inside and on the outside of hospice. Part of what is taking care of themselves physically, but a big part of it is a friend being there to listen. You know, we're just present. Our presence shouts that we care.

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