Hospice neither prolongs life nor hastens death. Studies have shown that one of the primary reasons patients consider physician assisted suicide is their fear of a painful and difficult death. Our hospice team is skilled in identifying and managing symptoms associated with end of life so that the patient and their loved ones can experience a peaceful and comfortable death.
As human beings, we tend to avoid the topic of death as much as possible. It’s a sensitive and uncomfortable subject that we would rather not think about. However, when it comes to the end-of-life Read more…
For many, the holidays are a time to celebrate with family and friends during joyous gatherings. However, many seniors and at-risk individuals find themselves with few, if any, family or friends with whom to share the holidays with. In fact, the holidays can be one of the most depressing times of the year for older adults. The holidays can be a reminder of loneliness, especially to those who have lost a loved one who would have otherwise shared in the holidays.
The reality of time is that it is limited. We experience this truth all throughout life. In elementary school we often realize how limited our time on the playground is. As parents we realize how Read more…