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Hospice care professionals spend a lot of time with families. Much of that time is spent listening, offering a comforting hand on the back or nod of the head and simply providing reassurance that things will ultimately be okay. In all these interactions, one thing remains the same \u2013 we recognize that the death of a loved one is always significant and emotional. It\u2019s a time filled with questions, some without answers, and a time for reflection.<\/p>\n

During this complex period in life, many families find themselves in the comforting hands of a professional hospice care provider<\/a>. While each of their experiences is unique, one thing remains the same \u2013 the hospice care professionals are there to offer support and make this time of transition a little easier for the entire family to cope with.<\/p>\n

As professionals, we have the unique opportunity to learn a lot about families and even about life itself. Here are a few of the lessons that we\u2019ve learned about what your loved one wants you to do. Our hope is that sharing them can make your journey a little easier.<\/p>\n

Ask Tough Questions<\/h2>\n

In the final days and weeks of life, the last thing most families want to talk about is money, possessions or burial plans. However, questions about these things are important to ask. Discuss your loved ones wishes, where paperwork is located and what their intentions are for the things that they own and love. This empowers them to make decisions and helps them to understand that you value their input and want to help them achieve their goals. When having these conversations, don’t dwell and do follow their lead. If they\u2019re not ready to talk, don\u2019t push it. If they are, sit and listen with respect and without judgment.<\/p>\n

Save a Few Tears<\/h2>\n

Losing someone you love is tough, and emotions can creep in long before they\u2019re gone. While this life event is certain to make you sad or angry, don\u2019t spend all your time with your loved one crying. Your loved one wants to talk to you, visit with you and create final memories with you. If you can\u2019t hold back tears, try to step out of the room or wait until after your visit is over. Don\u2019t hide your emotions but do try to stay focused on the positive. Give them that gift. It is certain to mean a lot to them.<\/p>\n

Bring Your Children Along<\/h2>\n

Some families want to spare children from the pain of seeing their favorite relative sick and closer to death. If at all possible, don\u2019t do this. Children are resilient, and they can handle more than we often think they can. In most cases, they want to spend final moments with this person. They love them too, and these last memories and the chance to say goodbye mean a lot. Children also have a way of bringing light into a room. A simple hug or a shared jar of jellybeans just might bring a smile to your loved one\u2019s face. Give them this gift. They\u2019ve certainly earned it.<\/p>\n

Reminisce<\/h2>\n

Old photo albums, those long forgotten family movies and those favorite recordings from days gone by can help spark conversation and laughter in the room. Take this opportunity to share these moments with your loved one. Ask them questions. Perhaps share a couple of long kept secrets. When your visit is over, leave your loved one dreaming of the past, a time when they were younger and healthier and ready to tackle the world. This is a great way to provide emotional comfort, spiritual support and an appreciation for a life well lived.<\/p>\n

Be There<\/h2>\n

Sometimes you might visit your loved one and find that they aren\u2019t in the mood to talk. Honor their wishes and recognize that a little silence is okay. Don\u2019t get up and walk away though. Instead, just be there. It\u2019s comforting to know that you\u2019re not alone when your mind is wandering and full of thoughts. Perhaps offer a glass of water, a cup of tea or a bowl of soup. Fluff your loved one\u2019s pillow or stroke their hair with a favorite brush. They\u2019ll be comforted knowing you\u2019re there, and you\u2019ll be glad for that too.<\/p>\n

Death is inevitable, but it doesn\u2019t have to be a completely negative experience. Recognize the importance of every moment you have left with your loved one. Each minute is a gift, and cherishing this time together is what matters most right now. By recognizing that, you\u2019ll make this time in life a little easier for yourself and the person you love too.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Debbie is a registered nurse who has spent her career in home based care including patient care, leadership, hospice consulting and executive roles. Since 2013, she has served on the Board of Directors for the California Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (CHAPCA). Currently, Debbie serves as the co-chair for public policy and regulations with CHAPCA, advocating for policies that benefit hospice care patients and hospice care agencies. Under her direction and leadership, Debbie co-founded Salus Hospice in 2015 and leads the organization through continued Medicare licensure and Joint Commission Accreditation, actively working to maintain their high standards for patient care and excellence. In speaking about the value of hospice care and the hospice journey, Debbie states, \"Hospice is not about giving up hope, rather it\u2019s about redefining hope and living the best life possible for as long as you are able. At Salus Hospice we believe that life's final journey is deeply enriched by quality moments with loved ones and hospice professionals alongside.\" Debbie lives in Newport Beach with her husband and enjoys spending time with their family, dog Bailey, church friends and community. Debbie was inducted into the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) in 2019 and is enjoying the new friendships and service opportunities this has provided her with.","sameAs":["https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/debbie-robson-b144a0a6\/"]}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.salushomecare.com\/san-fernando-valley\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8660","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.salushomecare.com\/san-fernando-valley\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.salushomecare.com\/san-fernando-valley\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.salushomecare.com\/san-fernando-valley\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/27"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.salushomecare.com\/san-fernando-valley\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8660"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.salushomecare.com\/san-fernando-valley\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8660\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8859,"href":"https:\/\/www.salushomecare.com\/san-fernando-valley\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8660\/revisions\/8859"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.salushomecare.com\/san-fernando-valley\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8664"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.salushomecare.com\/san-fernando-valley\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8660"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.salushomecare.com\/san-fernando-valley\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8660"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.salushomecare.com\/san-fernando-valley\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8660"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}