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June 3, 2024

Whether siblings can receive updates from hospice on a patient’s condition when a POA is involved depends on several factors:   1. The Scope of the POA: Limited POA:This gives the designated representative authority only for specific decisions, like managing finances or making medical decisions in specific situations. In this case, the POA might not automatically grant access […]

May 29, 2024

Alzheimer’s disease (AD), the most common form of dementia, presents significant challenges for patients, families, and healthcare providers. Hospice care plays a vital role in supporting patients with advanced AD and their loved ones. This resource provides medical professionals with a concise overview of AD, its impact on patients nearing the end of life, and […]

May 27, 2024

Balancing Comfort and Sleep: A Guide to Discussing Pain Medication with Hospice Families For referral partners considering hospice care for their patients, a common concern among families is the potential for pain medication to induce excessive sleep. This article equips medical professionals with talking points to navigate these conversations, emphasizing the paramountcy of patient comfort […]

May 23, 2024

As we recognize National Women’s Health Month in May, let’s turn our focus to a vital yet often underutilized resource for women facing the challenges of end-stage diseases specific to their gender. Hospice care offers a comprehensive approach to symptom management, emotional support, and spiritual guidance, ensuring dignity and comfort during this critical phase. Many […]

May 18, 2024

How Hospice Can Help Stroke Patients: Comfort and Support in Their Final Stages Expert Symptom Management: Our team focuses on managing pain, fatigue, and other stroke-related symptoms, ensuring comfort and peace.   Holistic Care: We provide physical, emotional, and spiritual support, addressing the unique needs of each patient and their family.   Dignity and Choice: […]

May 8, 2024

Honoring Our Elders: Optimizing End-of-Life Care Through Early Hospice Education As we approach Older Americans Month in May, it’s crucial to recognize the unique healthcare needs of this growing demographic. With advancements in medicine, life expectancy has risen significantly, yet many older adults face the reality of terminal illness. Here, we explore the importance of […]

April 16, 2024

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 […]

April 3, 2024

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 […]

April 1, 2024

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 […]

March 20, 2024

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 […]