When your child has complex medical needs, it’s difficult to always know how to keep them safe while also empowering them to live a normal and productive life. Perhaps your pediatrician has recommended hiring a pediatric home health or private duty nurse. But, what do private duty nurses do, and how does their care benefit Read More

When you have a child with special medical needs, a lot can seem uncertain. When it’s time to bring that child home from the hospital or another care facility, there are often many mixed emotions involved. While your family is certainly excited to bring your child home, you might also be nervous about the transition, Read More

It’s back to school time. Children are stepping away from the comforts of home with memories from summertime events and perhaps some hesitation about starting their days earlier and getting back to the classroom routines. While this is a fun, exciting and sometimes stressful time, for some families, the stress extends beyond wondering about the Read More

According to the MD Cancer Center, more than 3,500 children are diagnosed with leukemia each year. Leukemia makes up about one-third of all childhood cancer cases. There is no known way to prevent it, but there are certain risk factors that can increase a child’s chance of developing the disease. Thanks to more recent medical Read More

The fun of summer is upon us, and families across Utah are searching for ways to keep their kids entertained. For many parents, summer camps offer the perfect opportunity for their children to make new friends, create lifelong memories and enjoy supervised fun in the sun. What child wouldn’t benefit from the excitement and structured Read More

What is Pediatric Hospice Care Pediatric hospice care specializes in treating children with serious illnesses and those who need end of life care. Patients are generally children between birth and 21 years of age. However, hospice care can start for some patients even before birth. It also may continue past the age of 21 depending Read More

The loss of a loved one is something that we all must face at some point in life. For many of us, that first glimpse of mortality happens when we are but children. Whether it be the loss of a grandparent, a favorite aunt, a parent or a sibling, it can be difficult for a Read More

Technological innovations are making their way into hospice and palliative care. Learn how with the help of Salus in Salt Lake City.

The normal course of your day seemingly suddenly changes after someone passes. Whether it was sitting by their bedside, visiting the hospital or enjoying afternoon tea next to them, there’s often a recognizable shift in your daily routine; perhaps even a void. It really doesn’t matter if you’ve been planning your loved one’s death for Read More

Children with complex medical needs sometimes require help to get the nutrition their body needs for survival. When this is the case, a feeding tube can be a quality of life enhancing or even life saving device. Hearing that your child needs a feeding tube can be quite scary. However, understanding why your child needs Read More

If your family is taking care of a child suffering from a complex medical diagnosis, your own needs often get put on the back burner. While it is understandable that the child needs a high level of support, your own mental health and well being are not things to take for granted. Experiencing feelings like Read More

Buying gifts for a family with a medically fragile child is sometimes difficult. While the traditional gifts of toys, treats and holiday décor are always appreciated, loved ones often want to find something more meaningful or personal. The caregivers at Salus Homecare work with many children with medical concerns or disabilities. One thing we’ve learned Read More

Being the parent of a medically fragile child involves coping with many challenges. In addition to meeting your child’s medical needs, you must balance work, your personal life and the needs of your spouse and other children. Trying to do this all on your own is no small feat. The good news is, help is Read More