Educated decision making is essential for professionals acting in the capacity as their clients’ primary advocates for health and wellbeing. Many important decisions revolve around healthcare needs. While the decision to hire a home care provider is typically an easier one, answering the question – is it time for hospice – is often more difficult. Read More

With some staples still in great demand and the risk of exposure to COVID-19 being high for vulnerable seniors, many stores across Los Angeles are now offering special shopping hours during these unprecedented times. Coupled with the stores’ efforts to keep shelves stocked, employees masked and their stores clean, this is helping to make grocery Read More

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. Seniors are especially at risk, and the average annual rates of a first cardiovascular event rise from 3 per 1000 men before age Read More

Quality of life is something that we often talk about. It’s important, as it’s the standard of health, happiness and comfort that we set for ourselves as we make important life decisions. However, when it comes to quality of death, this is a topic that we often avoid. This makes sense, as talking about the Read More

When a loved one has a life-limiting illness, there are lots of decisions to be made. Even before they are ready to give up on interventions which may slow the progress of the disease or even offer a cure, emotional, physical and spiritual needs often increase. Loving family members can certainly offer a higher level Read More

America’s population is becoming more diverse. As this happens, the need for cultural competence in hospice care continues to increase. Especially when hospice care is delivered at home, it’s essential for nurses and other members of the hospice care team to recognize important differences in clients, embrace them and create a care environment that is Read More

Death is an uncomfortable topic to discuss. After all, no one wants to consider a time when they are no longer around or think about continuing on with life without their parents, siblings, spouse or children. Yet failing to have conversations about end of life planning can leave your loved ones wondering what your wishes Read More

Ten percent of the population in Los Angeles are senior citizens. People are drawn to this area because of the sunny weather and vibrant lifestyle. As they continue to age, remaining connected to their village and in neighborhoods that they are familiar with becomes even more important, and that is why many choose to remain Read More

“We sustain ourselves with the love of family.” – Maya Angelou There is no time when this quote is truer than when a loved one is facing a life limiting illness. A strong and loving family can make navigating choices a little easier and help the patient to truly make every moment count and enjoy Read More

Pain is a primary reason why many seniors seeks medical attention. In fact, the National Institute of Health states it’s a more common condition than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. Whether pain is a chronic condition in and of itself or the result of a recent surgery, opioids are often prescribed to help seniors Read More

Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease is debilitating for both the patient and their family members. There are so many questions. Even with the advancements more recently made in medicine, all of the answers aren’t readily available. This makes it important but also sometimes complicated to plan and consider treatment options. Adding to this stress Read More

Strokes are life-changing in several ways. Having a stroke changes you physically, and it can even permanently limit your ability to live independently. There are also emotional consequences as you consider a long recovery and face the challenges of having to accept or even embrace new adaptations to remain safe and comfortable at home. If Read More

The value of quality care cannot be overstated when the end of life is near. This is the time to shift goals away from making curative attempts and toward providing comfort, peace and a sense of purpose for the patient and their family. A patient feels empowered when they have the ability to play a Read More