Hospice care focuses on nurturing your physical and emotional well-being before the inevitable occurs. And while pain management and comfort have their place, so does making and maintaining meaningful connections with loved ones while you still have time for joy. Engaging in fun, thoughtful activities makes things happier and easier for you and your loved ones, and sharing them together can help build unbreakable bonds they can treasure when you pass.
No one likes to think about leaving their loved ones behind, but for people of faith, death is simply a transition from one state of being to another. Hospice eases that transition by providing comfort care for seniors with terminal diseases.
A terminal illness affects not only the person who has it but also their loved ones and caregivers. If you find yourself navigating the terminal illness of a loved one, you might not be sure where to start. You're balancing your grief with the needs and emotions of the person who received the diagnosis. These tips can help you provide the best possible support through the journey.
If you have a loved one in hospice or someone you loved has recently passed away, the holidays may be a difficult time. So many of our celebrations rely on tradition, and it can be hard if a special person isn’t present. However, it's still possible to observe the festivities of the season. Following these tips can help you do just that.
Bladder problems are common in older adults but don't have to be inevitable. While you may feel understandably reluctant to see a doctor about urinary incontinence and other bladder issues, there's support available to help you take control of your bladder health and minimize the impact on your lifestyle. Below, we'll explore what you need to know about managing bladder health as an older adult.
It's never easy for a loved one to go into hospice. They may have a serious illness or condition that makes the entire circumstance upsetting or emotional.
For many people, death and dying are taboo subjects. They aren't discussed openly around the dinner table, and when someone is in a position of dying, it can be isolating because of the perceived taboo. Whether you're considering hospice for yourself or a loved one or just planning ahead for the future, though, being able to talk about dying with your loved ones can be important.
Becoming a primary caregiver for your aging parent or other older adult loved one is an honorable choice, and it can be one with many benefits. This can be a time in your life when you're able to give back to someone who has always cared for you, and you may find that you can become closer or remain closer to a loved one, even as your relationship evolves.
Respite care is an option offered by many assisted living communities year-round. But this opportunity can be especially appealing to families during the warmer months when kids are off school — or making the transition back to school.
The COVID-19 pandemic reduced social activity for many people for a year or more. While lockdowns may have lifted in most locations throughout 2020 and 2021, many people made personal choices to remain at home or limit social interactions for their own safety.
