by admin | May 27, 2019 | HOSPICE NEWS
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) has been referred to as the unsung hero of hospice care. Their role, as part of the hospice or palliative care team, is crucial. Under the supervision of a RN (Registered Nurse), CNAs and Home Health Aides provide daily care to...
by admin | Apr 17, 2019 | HOSPICE NEWS
When caring for patients, hospice care providers are concerned with patients’ physical needs as well as their emotional well-being. One way to improve a patient’s mood is to schedule a visit with a therapy pet. Whether it’s a cat, dog or a different animal altogether,...
by admin | Mar 13, 2019 | HOSPICE NEWS
The end of a person’s life is a unique experience that has a great impact on the person, his or her family, and their family legacy. Social workers bring to the team particular skills in working with families from varying cultures and socio-economic status. Their...
by admin | Jan 23, 2019 | HOSPICE NEWS
Both Palliative Care and Hospice Care are meant to provide comfort and relief, but they differ in some important ways. This infographic, which can be shared and embedded on your own website, illustrates the key differences.
by admin | Sep 20, 2018 | HOSPICE NEWS
Myth: Hospice care ONLY takes place in a hospice facility. Fact: Hospice services are provided in your home setting; including private residence, assisted living, long-term care facility, Group Home, and skilled nursing facility. What is Hospice Care? Hospice is a...
by admin | May 4, 2018 | HOSPICE NEWS
Volunteering to be a hospice care worker is one of the most selfless ways to help others, but many people aren’t sure exactly what is involved in providing hospice or palliative care. There are misconceptions about what a hospice volunteer can and can’t do and what...
