Grief is a universal human experience and a natural response to loss. While it manifests differently for all of us, for many, it is an incredibly challenging and overwhelming experience. During times of grief, bereavement care is crucial for healing and coping with uncertainties and pain.  What is bereavement care and how does it help? Read More

For someone diagnosed with a terminal health condition, comfort is paramount. There are also complex medical needs that must be considered. Making the right care choices keeps the individual comfortable so they can continue to enjoy a higher quality of life. Hospice care at home in Los Angeles provides the support a patient needs. This Read More

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

Valentine’s Day grief is especially challenging in that first year after a loss. That special someone is missing, and the physical and emotional toll it takes on the survivor are palpable.  The first Valentine’s Day after the loss of a spouse or significant other is often a challenging time. Since the day is devoted to Read More

Hospice nurses are often asked how they can work in their profession and spend so much time around people who are dying. This question is so common because many people fear death. They also fail to understand the purpose and value of hospice care. Perhaps there is no time of year that this question comes 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

“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

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

2019 will soon be upon us. For many of us, that means planning resolutions. They might include losing 10 pounds, finally changing jobs or saving for that family vacation. While all these resolutions are worthy, this is also a great time to reflect on the things that are most important. What does a person reflect Read More

A common fear when entering hospice is that taking advantage of this service will mean having to stop all medications. Patients and family members alike often express concern that their loved one will be forced to discontinue the use of even maintenance medications, which can bring harm and cause the patient to feel less comfortable. Read More

Palliative care is a relatively young field in medicine. While it is connected to hospice care, the two do have distinct differences. Hospice care is appropriate during the last six months of life, while palliative care is appropriate much sooner. With hospice care, curative approaches stop, and the focus shifts to pain management, comfort and Read More