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 care for our loved ones, it’s essential to have the conversation and make informed decisions. Read more…
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 quickly our kids grow up. As individuals we eventually find that life is fleeting, and Read more…
We make decisions every day of our lives. Some are big and life-changing, while others are less impactful. Should I have that second brownie, or should I not? Should I wear blue or green today? Should I quit my job, or should I stay? While the magnitude of these questions Read more…
When you or a loved one are faced with a life-limiting illness, hospice is there for you. Choosing hospice does not mean you are giving up on life. Instead, it means you are focusing on a better quality of life that can be maintained for as long as possible. Our Read more…
In October we are educating our staff on cancer to give them a better understanding of the disease. It is important to understand the factors and progression of cancer in order to know when hospice might be the right choice for a cancer patient. Here are some important points about Read more…
One of the greatest gifts in life can be raising a child. It’s not life’s only great gift, but those who are blessed to be a parent find that it can be rewarding yet difficult. The difficulty is often in trying to control an uncontrollable situation. A situation like a Read more…
Having a conversation about Hospice can be difficult, even for the most experienced of us. Our passion is that everyone receives the end-of-life care that they deserve, and that care begins with a conversation. Below are some tips to consider when approaching this discussion. Choose a private setting. Read more…
Family is important in both life and in business. Our agency has the privilege of belonging to a nationally recognized brand called Hospice Partners of America. Hospice Partners of America operates local hospice programs in six states with the following mission: No one dies alone, afraid or in pain. We Read more…
There is a common misunderstanding about what hospice is and who it is for. People often believe that hospice care begins when death is expected to happen in the next few days or weeks, when in reality hospice is a 6-month (possibly longer) benefit. People believe that hospice is for Read more…
America is a land full of treasures. From the highest tops of the Rocky Mountains to the white sandy beaches of the gulf coast. However our people are our greatest treasure, and our Military and Service Members are the ones who keep it that way. Through their service, Veterans have Read more…