Is hospice care giving up?
By choosing to enroll a family member or loved one into hospice care, it may be mistaken that a patient is giving up by foregoing other treatments for their illness. This is actually far from the truth and in fact, hospice care is about giving patients their own choice when it comes to managing the […]
How Palliative Care Benefits Families Affected by Dementia
Both Alzheimer’s disease and dementia come with a range of complex needs. However, they are most commonly associated with memory loss that begins to worsen as time goes by. For the person diagnosed, as well as their family, it can be hard.On top of that, safety concerns and health needs begin to increase as the […]
Signs of End-of-Life and Next Steps to Take
Friends and family members of the dying often have more difficulty understanding the situation, and knowing what to do, than the dying person. These are the signs that tell you when death is approaching, and how you can help your loved one transit peacefully. There are two general stages to the process of dying — […]
Family Planning for End-of-Life Care
Discussions about end of life Discussions about end of life can be uncomfortable and awkward for everyone involved. No one wants to think about the time when a loved one will no longer be here. Difficult as they are, these conversations are important and the earlier you can have them, the better. Decisions about a […]
What Makes Respiratory Therapists Valuable
It is easy to say that the heroes of the COVID-19 pandemic have been the efficient frontline workers who have tirelessly worked to keep everyone healthy and safe no matter the conditions. While many doctors and various nurses have received a lot of recognition for their services, many other professionals in the healthcare industry have […]
Hospice care for Alzheimers disease and dementia patients
Understanding Hospice Care for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Hospice care is a specialized form of support for patients with terminal illnesses, focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment. For individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, hospice care provides essential services that address their unique needs, ensuring they live their remaining days with […]