Understanding Hospice Care
The Importance of Family Support for Those in Hospice Care
Placing an elderly family member in hospice care can be an emotionally challenging time. During this difficult stage of life, supporting your loved one is essential for many reasons. While there are many reasons why hospice care is necessary for your elderly loved one, there are many reasons why it’s also important for the entire…
Read MoreWhat Services are Part of Hospice Care?
Hospice service is a compassionate approach to end-of-life care that prioritizes comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients facing terminal illnesses. It acknowledges the importance of emotional, spiritual, and physical support during one of the most challenging times for patients and their families. According to the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, a growing…
Read MoreWhat are the Qualifications for Hospice Care?
As a hospice company dedicated to providing compassionate care to patients and their families, Dignity Home Health and Hospice understands the importance of thorough information and support during the end-of-life process. This comprehensive post delves into the qualifications for hospice care, eligibility guidelines, and key considerations when considering hospice for yourself or a loved one.…
Read MoreHow to Prepare to Have Your Parent in Hospice
It is never too early to think about end-of-life care for you or your loved ones. Research shows that those who make advanced care planning and decisions about end-of-life care are more satisfied with their care and are better able to have their wishes met. If your loved one has recently been diagnosed with a…
Read MoreThe Best Way to Help Your Elderly Loved One After Hip Surgery
Hip surgeries, especially hip replacements, are one of the most common surgeries among seniors. While there are many benefits to having this surgery done, it can be a complicated recovery process for the patient. Many patients often rely on in-home care from loved ones after their surgery, including assistance with daily living activities and motivation.…
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 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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