Does the VA Pay for Veterans’ Hospice Care?
Hospice care is available to U.S. Veterans through the Veterans Health Administration benefits package. All enrolled veterans are eligible to receive and who meet the medical need for this type […]
Can I Get Hospice Care at Home during COVID-19?
As our country continues to isolate and use all measures to stay safe from infection from COVID-19, you may wonder how this affects your access to hospice care in the […]
When Should You Consider Hospice Care?
For many people, the idea of hospice care lasting more than a few days or weeks seems counterintuitive. That’s because all too often, patients are already in steep decline, if […]
Getting ‘Back to Normal’ – CDC Information on the COVID-19 Vaccination
As the pandemic continues and we anticipate the availability of a vaccine in 2021, we wanted to share the latest publications from the CDC on the importance of getting vaccinated: […]
10 Tips to Cope with Grief and Isolation during the Holidays
For many the holidays are a time of joy, laughter and celebration. However, for people who have lost a loved one, it can be a time when emotional pain is […]
During COVID-19, Holidays are Safer with Hospice Care
As the CDC is highly recommending celebrating the holidays with family members within the same household or virtually due to concerns about the spread of COVID-19, hospice care is another […]
How to Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits While in Hospice
Hospice patients and their families face what is likely the most apprehensive time of their lives. Being severely ill is one thing, but to have the financial downfalls that come […]
7 Signs It May Be Time for Hospice or Palliative Care: What to Look for During Covid-19
All of us get concerned and worried when our loved one is diagnosed with a serious illness. As the disease progresses, we notice signs that specialized care, such as hospice […]
Fall Prevention – Saving Thousands of Older Adults from Injuries
Kelly Cahill, Community Nurse Educator, wants to help keep you safe from falls, which result in injuries for hundreds of thousands of older adults each year. Get her tips for […]
10 important truths about hospice care you need to know for improved quality of life
There are many myths about hospice care. Often, these misconceptions keep people and their loved ones from getting the care and support they need at a time when they need […]
