Hospice & Palliative Care
Dignified Support Through Life’s Final Chapter
Nobody plans for this conversation. Your doctor sits down and explains that the treatments aren’t working anymore. The word “terminal” hangs in the air. Suddenly,… Continue Reading
End-of-Life Support with Compassion: Choosing the Right Hospice Agency or Hospice in Upland
When it comes to navigating the final chapters of life, finding the right hospice in Upland can feel like an overwhelming journey. I remember when my… Continue Reading
How Hospice Care Can Improve the Quality of Life for Cancer Patients
Cancer is a devastating diagnosis that affects millions of individuals and their families each year. While medical treatments focus on curing the disease, there often… Continue Reading
Hospice Chaplains: Religion Linkers and Spiritual Cheerleaders
Discover how hospice chaplains serve as spiritual care providers, offering a safe space for individuals to explore personal hopes and concerns, find meaning, and connect with their faith communities. Explore the link between spirituality and religion in end-of-life care.
How Nature-Informed Counseling Supports the Grief Journey
Discover 3 ways nature-informed therapy, by Roberta Rook, MA, LCPC, can heal a grieving heart. Explore the healing powers of nature and the metaphors it holds for the grief process
How Counseling Can Help You Face Important Anniversaries When Grieving
Facing significant anniversaries while grieving can be challenging. Learn how counseling helps you navigate these emotions, offering support, guidance, and ways to honor your loved one.
Don’t Deny Your Loved One Comfort Because Of These Morphine Myths
In her latest article, Elisabeth G. Smith, Director of Education and Emergency Management at Hospice of the Chesapeake, dispels common myths about morphine in hospice care, emphasizing its role in providing comfort. Understanding these myths can help ensure that your loved ones receive the best possible care.
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Living With ALS
Living with ALS presents numerous challenges, but supportive care can provide essential relief and help maintain quality of life. Learn how nurse practitioners, like Ashley Kinnally, MSN, NP-C, ACHPN, offer vital support to ALS patients and their families through specialized palliative care.
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COPD: When Is It Time To Choose Hospice Care?
Explore insights on COPD and hospice care by Monica Ferebee, RN, BSN, Clinical Manager at Hospice of the Chesapeake, located in Largo, MD. Learn when to choose hospice for better quality of life.
How Hospice Social Workers Make Everyday Moments That Matter
Discover how hospice social workers create meaningful moments in end-of-life care in this insightful article by Chris Gooding, LCSW-C. Learn about the everyday interactions that help families heal and honor their loved ones’ final wishes.
