The decision to choose hospice care may not be easy, but there are ways that you can make the entire process a bit easier on yourself. If you have a bucket list, it's time to start checking off those activities you have always wanted to...
If you are a loved one of or caretaker to someone who is experiencing either physical or mental decline, you will likely have many questions about how to care for them. Being a caregiver certainly is a full-time task so many people require the help...
While the sun may be setting for some, by no means does this mean life is over. Joy and happiness begin with a philosophy that honors the quality of life more than the number of days. Below are some ideas on things hospice residents can...
Bereavement is usually caused by a personal loss, such as the death of a loved one. It is a multifaceted response due to the break in the bond, usually in the form of death or the diagnosis of a terminal illness. It is a very...
End-of-life decisions can be difficult. Fortunately, you can choose a hospice of North Idaho and continue to enjoy the beauty and quality of life that this area offers. Auburn Crest offers compassionate hospice and palliative care for the residents of North Idaho with locations in...
“Christmas is a tonic for our souls,” observed B.C. Forbes. Hospice patients need this “tonic” of the holiday seasons perhaps more than any other group. Though celebrating Christmas with them may require some creativity, family, friends and caregivers can help hospice patients feel “holiday cheer”...
Volunteers play a major role in hospices and palliative patient care. Hospices in Idaho and its environs are encouraged to absorb more volunteers. A hospice volunteer plays the role of providing essential support, comfort, and care to the families and individuals that are on the...
A terminal illness comes with a multitude of considerations. What’s going to happen to my family? What about my pets? Why is this happening now, to me? What’s to come of my personal finances? Are my loved ones going to be taken care of? These...
There are some unfortunate instances where illnesses shorten the lives of loved ones. Where the period can be calculated in weeks, months, or years, a patient may be placed under special care and attention. Hospice care at home or an institution may determine if a family...