The 4 Advance Care Documents You Need to Have in Place
What would happen if you were severely injured in a car accident or suddenly had a major medical emergency and you were not able to communicate with those who were […]
Advance Care Planning
Discussing Advance Care Plans During COVID-19
As thousands of COVID-19 cases were reported in our country and more and more patients were placed on ventilators, the importance of having an advance care plan became a hot […]
Seven Benefits Hospice and Palliative Care provide during the COVID-19 Outbreak
At a time when we are all trying to distance ourselves from one another, it may seem counter intuitive to invite extra people into your home by way of a […]
Heart Patients Experience Improved Quality of Life with Palliative Care
Since 1964, February has been designated as American Heart Month. With heart disease the leading cause of death in the United States, American Heart Month aims to help prevent the […]
Your Complete Family Discussion Guide for Hospice Care
The diagnosis of a life-limiting illness is devastating. It creates emotions, issues and anxiety unequal to almost anything else in life. We also understand that for many families, beginning the conversation around end of life planning is a difficult discussion to begin. We hope this complete family discussion guide will help you start the conversation.
Your Step by Step Guide to Making a Hospice Referral
Lower Cape Fear LifeCare (formerly Lower Cape Fear Hospice) is about much more than advanced care planning and pain relief. It’s about celebrating everyday moments and allowing the chance for you or your loved ones to spend more time together enjoying the things you traditionally do as a family. Find answers to common questions about making a referral to hospice in this article.
