For many people, the decision to receive hospice care is made following the diagnosis of a life-limiting illness. Even so, some families still question this decision. Here are some common Hospice qualifiers to help determine when it might be time to elect the hospice benefit. Falls Frequent physician, ET and/or Hospital visits Weight loss and… Read more »
A Music Therapy Case Study | Joshua Gilbert, MT-BC Throughout life, song can positively affect us both physically and emotionally. It influences bodily functions that we believe are beyond our control, such as heart rate, blood pressure and release of the body’s natural pain relief chemicals. Music therapy offers significant benefits for patients, caregivers and… Read more »
CompassionCare Hospice is here for you – 24/7/365. Choosing Hospice is often a difficult decision. We help lead this conversation and can ease the anxiety of the transition from cure to comfort for patients who are appropriate for hospice care. If two or more of these potential indicators are present, hospice should be considered. Common… Read more »
CompassionCare is celebrating our amazing CNA’s in honor of Nursing Assistant’s Week. Today we highlight Donna, and learn about her passion for hospice. “My name is Donna and I’ve been a CNA for 16 years. My Grandmother was my inspiration to become a nursing assistant, I wanted to be able to care of her in… Read more »
CompassionCare is celebrating their amazing CNA’s in honor of National Nursing Assistant Week. Today, meet Patrick and learn about his passion for hospice. “I love showing up for families and their loved ones when they need it most. Being a CNA lets me do that. I wanted to work for CCH after meeting one of… Read more »
One word… One word that’s the most solidifying word you will ever hear. A word that can often be misinterpreted. One word… Hospice. This means you are dying. Maybe not dying today, tomorrow or the next day – but it is a word not many want to hear. As a hospice liaison, helping people understand to not… Read more »
To the Abode Healthcare Community, I hope this note finds you and your loved ones safe and healthy. The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting each of us in different ways. As we navigate the current situation together, I want to provide an update on the steps we have taken to be there for our community, our… Read more »
CompassionCare is celebrating our amazing nurses all month long! To close out the month, Meet Kayla and learn about her passion for hospice nursing. “I have dedicated myself to being a Hospice Nurse because I believe everyone deserves the right to leave this world how they choose to. I enjoy being the person patients can… Read more »
CompassionCare is celebrating our amazing nurses all month long! Meet Nick and learn about his passion for hospice nursing. “I’m a relatively new nurse, having been a Case Manager with CompassionCare Hospice for 2 years. I’ve always loved the medical field, and I’ve always had a passion for helping others. I started on my nursing… Read more »
CompassionCare is celebrating our amazing nurses all month long! Today, meet Patty and learn about her passion for hospice nursing. “I have been a nurse for just about 40 years and have experienced the pleasure of nursing in many ways over the years. It has been such a reward to help others that cannot help… Read more »
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