To be a hospice nurse means far more than meets the eye. For me, it is my passion, my “why”. The longer that I practice nursing as a hospice nurse, the more that I recognize my purpose. Hospice nursing is more than caring for the patient at the end of life. It is caring for … Read More
Certain times out of the year tend to be particularly special: Christmas, with all the lights and colors and energy, and all the magic and especially the religious story that goes with it; Easter, and all the events leading up to it; birthdays, anniversaries, Mother’s and Father’s day, to name a few. But this year … Read More
The COVID-19 pandemic can bring up a lot of different emotions including fear, anxiety and stress. According to the CDC, stress can manifest in many different ways including: Fear and worry about your own health and the health of your loved ones Changes in sleep or eating patterns Difficulty sleeping or concentrating Worsening of chronic … Read More
Something I’ve often cautioned grieving people about is to not self-isolate during the grieving process. Losing social connections at a time when you inevitably need added supports and encouragement can lead one down a dark and desolate trail. Human beings are social by nature and need interaction to survive. What happens when we take away … Read More
Today is National Healthcare Decisions Day, a day dedicated to focusing on, discussing and maybe even writing down your advance directives also known as your wishes for your end of life medical care. Check out this video from our CMO, Dr. David Wensel for more information! Here is a link for resources on advance directives: … Read More
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