Hospice

Hospice Care: Help During End Stages of Life

“No one needs to die in pain.”That is what the social worker told me as I signed the papers that would put...

“No one needs to die in pain.”That is what the social worker told me as I signed the papers that would put...

Family members are often relieved and hopeful when a dying loved one suddenly becomes more aware of their surroundings or begins talking...

Dear Carol: My mom has advanced lung disease as well as late-stage Alzheimer’s. We know that there are no cures for either of...

“No one needs to die in pain.” That is what the social worker told me as I signed the papers that would...

Most people have heard of hospice care but they mistakenly think that it’s just a way to help cancer patients be more comfortable...

For many, music from certain eras can bring back memories of better times. For others, music soothes anxiety or gets them pumped...

“Carol!” The hospice nurse’s voice was quiet but urgent. I instinctively knew what was happening. She had been shifting Dad’s position so...

Hospice is about refocusing goals My parents both spent their last months on hospice care, and I’ll forever be grateful. Dad’s dementia...

Dear Carol: My mom has advanced lung disease as well as late-stage Alzheimer’s. We know that there are no cures for either of...