Trusting information is tough these days. Maybe we should relabel the “information age” as the “age of irony”. An ocean of information with no real way to filter. There is an undeniable social phenomenon with being “first to print” or…”first to post”. There is social...
Right now, you’re probably glued to the television, YouTube or Netflix with chips in one hand and ice cream in the other. Bottom line, we’re bored. Given enough time, this can be pretty unsettling. To put it lightly, COVID-19 has us on edge. A restless...
As coronavirus spreads and we continue to be socially distant, it’s safe to say we’re all feeling isolated from one another. Infection rates don’t seem to discriminate with age, but the risk definitely does. Especially with the elderly. “Eight out of ten deaths in the U.S....
As COVID-19 (coronavirus) continues to spread, so does the information surrounding its containment. Many are looking for strategies to protect themselves and others around them. While no one expected an all-out pandemic, coronavirus’ relationship to how we source information might be the most eye-opening, bizarre...
Being a caregiver to a loved one accompanies a range of feelings and emotions that can put the caregiver at risk for stress. When a caregiver experiences stress but does not take the steps necessary to manage it, they can put their health and emotional...
Bringing Joy to a Patient's Life There's no bond quite like the one between a person and their furry companion. It's no secret that pets have long been sources of human companionship and joy. They give someone something to live for. Pets are affectionate, love human...
Summertime brings the opportunity to get outside and enjoy the fresh air, warm sunshine, and the colorful beauty of the season. For those who are dealing with a terminal illness and are under hospice care, it can mean even more. Each new day is an...
The goal of a palliative medicine program is to relieve pain and other symptoms that are burdensome to those suffering from serious and advanced illnesses. As it addresses these symptoms, the palliative system helps patients and families understand their options and form personal goals. It's...
For most people, hospice is something we just don't think about in our day to day lives. We have a very vague idea about what is involved. It's common knowledge that hospice care involves taking care of those facing terminal illnesses, but, beyond that, many...
Having a loved one in hospice can trigger so many conflicting emotions that one may not be able to process on their own. The emotions of grief may set in as well as much anticipation regarding the well-being of the person in hospice care. There...