Hospice Care
Early Signs of Dementia
As a provider of home healthcare services, Dignity sees firsthand the devastating impact that dementia can have on individuals and their families. Dementia affects the brain, progressively leading to decreased cognitive abilities and increased memory loss. Early detection of the signs of dementia can allow for timely intervention and appropriate dementia care. Let’s discuss the…
Read MoreHow to Help Your Elderly Loved One Who is Prone to Falling
One of the most significant risks for the elderly population is experiencing a fall. Unfortunately, not only is falling a scary experience, but it can also leave older adults with significant health issues. The CDC reports about 36 million falls are reported among the elderly population every year, leading to 3 million emergency room visits…
Read MoreWhat To Expect When Choosing Hospice Care
Getting started with hospice care, either as a patient or a loved one, may seem overwhelming at first, but take comfort in knowing that hospice care companies like Dignity Home & Hospice will be by your side throughout the entire process. This post will walk you through what to expect when you or a loved…
Read MoreTips for Supporting a Loved One in Hospice
Finding out that a loved one is on hospice care can be overwhelming for many reasons. You may feel afraid, sad, anxious, or concerned for your loved one, their family, and yourself. Recognizing and understanding these emotions are significant first steps forward, and knowing how to support your loved one in hospice care best can…
Read MoreWhy Audiobooks are the Perfect Gift for Your Senior Loved One
Being able to pick up and read a good book is a favorite activity of many adults, but it gets more challenging as adults age. If you have a senior on your holiday gift list who loves to read, you may want to consider the gift of audiobooks. They’re the perfect gift for many older…
Read MoreAbout Grief: Healthy Ways to Process the Loss of a Parent
If you have recently lost a parent, you may feel unprepared to deal with grief and loss. Grief is unique, and each individual’s experience with bereavement and grief can be as different as each life lived. There is no right or wrong way to deal with grief. Your feelings and experiences may differ from those…
Read MoreHow is palliative care different from hospice care?
It’s a situation we run into frequently: a caregiver with an aging parent contacts us looking for some clarity. They know their parent needs additional care at home, but they aren’t sure what type of care is right. After all, “home health,” “hospice,” “personal care,” and “palliative care” can be confusing (and all run together)…
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