With each passing day, we all grow closer to the final chapters of our lives, and with very few exceptions, we will most likely experience a decline in our health along the way. For some of us, those changes will be gradual and subtle and for others it will be more pronounced and acute. Some… Continue reading November is National Hospice & Palliative Care Month
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A Look at the Care Options in Senior Living Communities
There’s no better time to consider senior living than now! The senior living industry is evolving and continuously improving to meet the high expectations and needs of the growing senior community. Whether you’re highly active, need a little assistance with personal care, or are recovering from an illness or injury, there’s a senior living option… Continue reading A Look at the Care Options in Senior Living Communities
Hospice vs. Palliative Care: What’s the Difference?
What should you know about the differences between Palliative Care & Hospice Care? What is Hospice Care? Hospice care is available to terminally ill patients and those who have been determined to have a life expectancy of less than six months. Hospice care is paid for by Medicare, private insurance, and state Medicaid programs. The… Continue reading Hospice vs. Palliative Care: What’s the Difference?