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The Caregiver’s Rights

Caring for a loved one who is approaching end-of-life is a demanding and stressful job. It can be both physically and emotionally challenging but focusing on yourself as much as you do on your caregiving duties can really help reduce the challenges and stress. As a caregiver you have rights. Remember your rights in order continue reading…

Care for the Caregiver

Caring for someone who is in the final weeks and days of like can be physically and emotionally demanding. It may feel overwhelming at times and leave you weary in body, mind and spirit. In addition, some caregivers are often juggling other responsibilities such as work, household duties, caring for other family members or addressing continue reading…

A Word About Grief and Healing

A reminder to us that the “work” of grieving is leading us somewhere; that eventually the emotional exhaustion and struggle help move us through the pain of loss and toward healing. “However grief works itself out in individual lives, it is a remarkable process. At sad, even heart-breaking times of people’s lives, it leads them continue reading…

The Hospice Care Model

A Summary of the Hospice Care Model Interdisciplinary team approach. Support for the patient, family and caregiver. Services are not defined by a place they are available wherever the patient is living. What Does Hospice Offer? Care focused on social, emotional, mental and spiritual support. Medical equipment, supplies and related medications. Bereavement counseling for children continue reading…

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