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Navigating Transitions Care: A Path to Comfort and Support

by Melanie Herron | Aug 1, 2024 | Blog, Hospice, Palliative Care, Transitions

When we hear the term “hospice,” we often feel fear and discomfort. Many individuals find themselves hesitant to seek hospice care, even when they could benefit from additional support. This is where programs like Transitions come into play. Transition...

Why Hospice Care Should Begin Sooner Than 75 Percent of Patients and Families Think

by Melanie Herron | Jul 1, 2024 | Blog, End of Life Planning, Hospice, Palliative Care, Transitions

According to the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, of the more than 1.71 million Medicare beneficiaries who were enrolled in hospice care in 2021, 50 percent received care for 17 days or less, 75 percent received care for 79 days or less, and just 10...

How to Successfully Age at Home

by Melanie Herron | Feb 1, 2024 | Blog, End of Life Planning, For the Caregiver, Hospice

As we grow older, our homes become our sanctuaries, a place where we can rest and feel loved. However, many seniors find it challenging to care for themselves, much less their homes, and may consider moving out. But did you know that over 90% of seniors prefer to age...

Who’s Caring for the Caregiver? Self-Care Tips for the Seemingly Selfless

by Melanie Herron | Jul 10, 2021 | Blog, For the Caregiver

It’s estimated that about one-third of all adults in the U.S. – more than 65 million people in total – are caregivers to family or friends. That’s a significant number. This includes the son who regularly does household chores for his frail, elderly mother, the aging...

You Deserve It! Ask for Hospice of Redmond by Name

by Melanie Herron | Mar 22, 2021 | Blog

In an era when health care consumers are more empowered than ever to make the best, most educated decisions for themselves and their loved ones, we at Hospice of Redmond feel it’s important to note that choice should remain a top priority when it comes to end-of-life...