Tag: Hospice

Person-Centered Hospice Care: What It Means and Why It Matters

When facing the end of life, every decision feels deeply personal—and rightly so. It’s a time when individuals and their families deserve care that not only eases physical symptoms but also honors their values, wishes, and dignity. At Notre Dame Health Care’s Hospice and Palliative Services, we believe in person-centered Hospice Care: a compassionate, holistic… Continue reading Person-Centered Hospice Care: What It Means and Why It Matters

Dispelling Common Hospice Myths: Exposing the Facts

Hospice Care is designed to provide comfort and support to terminally ill patients and their families during one of life’s most challenging times. By focusing on pain relief, symptom relief, and emotional well-being, Hospice Care ensures that individuals receive the care they need to live their final months with dignity and as much quality of… Continue reading Dispelling Common Hospice Myths: Exposing the Facts

Addressing Spiritual and Emotional Needs in Hospice Care

Hospice care is a compassionate approach to end-of-life care, focusing on comfort and quality of life. Among its many facets, hospice spiritual care plays a crucial role in addressing the holistic needs of patients. Understanding the importance of spiritual care and the emotional support it provides can profoundly impact the well-being of your loved one… Continue reading Addressing Spiritual and Emotional Needs in Hospice Care

National Grief Awareness Day

As we celebrate National Grief Awareness Day, the thought of celebrating grief seems contradictory. Maybe it’s best to say we “embrace” grief. There is nothing pleasant about grief, especially in its first several years. We do our best to go around it, over or under it, but the reality is we will all go through… Continue reading National Grief Awareness Day

Notre Dame Hospice Recognized for Commitment to Quality Care

Media Contact:Patricia Thibeault- Director of Marketing, Notre Dame At Home(508) 852-5505 pthibeault@notredamehealthcare.org For Immediate Release: August 18, 2023 Notre Dame Hospice Achieves National Recognition through ‘Quality Connections’ ProgramDemonstrating commitment to providing the highest quality care for the hospice community Worcester, MA – Notre Dame Health Cares’ Adult and Pediatric Hospice Program has achieved recognition by… Continue reading Notre Dame Hospice Recognized for Commitment to Quality Care

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?