by Melanie Herron | Jan 5, 2024 | Bereavement Support, Blog, Camp Sunrise, End of Life Planning, For the Caregiver, Hospice, Veterans
Our Nonprofit Hospice is Here for You and Your Loved Ones When it comes to end-of-life care, selecting the hospice company to serve you or your loved ones is an important decision. Caring for someone at the end of their life is truly an honor. While most people...
by Melanie Herron | Dec 7, 2023 | Bereavement Support, Blog, For the Caregiver, Hospice
Grief is a difficult emotion to manage at any time, but it can be particularly challenging during the holidays. The holidays are when we are supposed to be surrounded by loved ones celebrating, which can make feelings of loss and loneliness even more acute. However,...
by Melanie Herron | Sep 1, 2023 | Blog, For the Caregiver, Hospice
According to the National Institute of Health, people who are dying want three things: truth, touch, and time. When a friend or loved one receives hospice care, showing your love and support can be difficult. Knowing what to say to provide comfort and peace and...
by Melanie Herron | Jun 29, 2023 | Blog, For the Caregiver, Hospice
Some people believe you turn to hospice during the last few days of life. But if you ask someone who has had a family member in hospice, they will likely tell you that hospice is what you turn to when you want your loved one to have peace. Anyone with first-hand...
by Melanie Herron | Jan 19, 2023 | Blog, End of Life Planning, For the Caregiver, Hospice
Not all hospices are the same. And when it comes to the end-of-life care of a loved one, it is not a lesson you want to experience personally. Medicare governs hospices throughout the United States. And while hospices must adhere to the same basic guidelines, they...
by Melanie Herron | Oct 25, 2022 | Blog, End of Life Planning, For the Caregiver, Hospice
When a person enters hospice, their time in service can range from days to weeks to months and even years. The hospice team is committed to meeting the patient’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs throughout this duration. But there is a particular person...
