Thank you to those on the front lines of Covid-19.

Thank you to those on the front lines of Covid-19.

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, for a limited time, multiple local and national businesses are showing support to those on the front lines of the pandemic, with free or discounted food, beverages, coffee, and more. Who it’s for: This varies for each business,...
Talking to a Hospice Patient

Talking to a Hospice Patient

During hospice care, patients and their loves ones are often aware the end is near, but it does not make it any less difficult for family members to accept. Many friends and family, even caregivers, are afraid of saying the wrong thing. They do not want to make a bad...
Holiday Tips for Nurses and Caregivers

Holiday Tips for Nurses and Caregivers

The holidays are about spending time with and appreciating those closest to you, but anyone caring for patients knows that the holidays can also come with their share of grief for patients and caregivers alike. Here are some strategies to help make it through the...
Nursing Tips for End-of-Life Care

Nursing Tips for End-of-Life Care

As a hospice or palliative care nurse, you know that you have a challenging and rewarding job. Helping people with quality care in the final stages of life is among the most important jobs of all. Not only can you support the person in need of care, but you can also...
Mindfulness in Hospice and Palliative Care

Mindfulness in Hospice and Palliative Care

Mindfulness, the act of focusing on being in the present, is sometimes thought of as a type of meditation. Recent studies show that practicing Mindfulness can be an effective strategy for both patients and caregivers, including volunteers. By shifting the focus...