Pain Medications at the End of Life: Clearing Up Concerns for Hospice Caregivers Caring for a loved one on hospice care can be a challenging and emotional experience. One of the biggest concerns for families is often pain management. Here’s what you need to know about pain medications at the end of life, dispelling common […]
More than 1.7 million patients received hospice care annually in the United States. In the hospice setting, narcotics, often known as opioids, play an essential role in relieving pain and shortness of breath for our loved ones with a terminal illness. The use of narcotics in hospice care is generally safe and effective. However, healthcare […]
Hospice Care for Patients with Parkinson’s Disease: A Beneficial Option for Advanced Stages The Basics: Parkinson’s disease (PD) can significantly impact quality of life in advanced stages, with increased symptom complexity and functional decline. While curative therapies aren’t available, hospice care offers an alternative focused on comfort, symptom management, and holistic support for patients and […]
Hospice Care: How We Can Help Your Patients with End-Stage Colon Cancer As medical professionals, we are committed to providing excellent care and support for our patients. This is especially true when caring for patients with advanced cancers like end-stage colon cancer. In these challenging times, hospice care becomes crucial by offering comfort, dignity, and […]
Mindfulness in Nutrition: An Introduction National Nutrition Month offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of nutrition and mindfulness. Mindful eating is about more than what we eat; it’s about how we eat, bringing full attention to the experience of nourishment and the act of caring for the body. This practice is particularly beneficial […]
Prioritizing Patient Safety in Healthcare Settings During Patient Safety Awareness Week Patient Safety Awareness Week provides an opportunity to focus on the critical issue of patient safety, particularly in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs), and Home care/Hospice environments. These settings, catering to some of the most vulnerable populations, require specific safety protocols […]
Living with a chronic condition, like Diabetes or COPD, is more than a medical challenge; it’s a journey that intertwines with every aspect of your life. Amid the routine of medications, doctor’s appointments, and self-care, it’s easy to lose sight of what brings you joy in life. This is where mindfulness, a simple yet profound […]
Managing Caregiver Stress with a Gratitude Journal Stress (n): \ ˈstres \ a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc. something that causes strong feelings of worry or anxiety Stress Management Stress can occur in any aspect of our lives, including (and sometimes especially) caregiving. Those caring […]
Handwashing: The Best Way to Prevent the Spread of Germs National Handwashing Week is celebrated in the United States during the first full week of December. It is a time to raise awareness of the importance of handwashing and to teach people how to wash their hands effectively. Handwashing is one of the simplest […]
World AIDS Day: How Hospice Can Help Each year on December 1, people worldwide recognize World AIDS Day, a day dedicated to remembering and raising awareness about the HIV and AIDS epidemic. We take part in this day to remember the lives lost since 1988 and raise awareness for help and support for those living […]
