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A terminal diagnosis often brings with it a renewed sense of urgency about one’s life. Patients may feel a strong desire to make the most of the time they have left. This might include visiting family members across the country. For some it means catching up with old friends at one last high school reunion. … Read more
If you or a family member has a serious illness, treatment decisions often focus on attempts to cure their condition. But what about other needs, like relieving pain and improving quality of life? What about other life challenges that often come with an unexpected health crisis? That’s where palliative care comes in. Unlike treatments designed … Read more
When a loved one is facing a severe illness, close family members often play an important role in the patient’s care. Primary caregivers assist with activities of daily living, emotional support, household chores and running errands. Caregiving can be a rewarding labor of love, but it also brings many challenges. According to AARP and the … Read more
When a loved one receives a terminal diagnosis, you may be informed about an option known as hospice. But what is hospice care? Does it mean you’ve given up on your loved one? How does it differ from other types of medical care? It is natural to have lots of questions to make sure your … Read more
Families find themselves coping with a great deal of stress when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia. One major concern is how to provide the best quality of life as the condition progresses. This is where palliative care plays a role in your loved one’s care plan. The goal of palliative care is to … Read more
When a loved one is nearing the end of a terminal illness, helping them stay comfortable will be a big priority. Hospice care includes a type of treatment known as palliative care. While the terms are often used interchangeably, palliative care includes treatments given to ease pain and other symptoms. These may include things like … Read more
As a pastor, Dr. T. David Willets, CG-C, had comforted many people following the death of a loved one. But until he experienced a life-altering loss of his own, “I had no idea the depth and width of their pain,” he says. In March of 2004, Willets’ wife of 27 years, along with his 18-year-old … Read more
The holidays are supposed to be a joyous time for giving thanks and celebrating with family and friends. But for many people, they are also a stressful time. That’s especially true if you’re the primary caregiver for a loved one with a life-threatening illness. Even on ordinary days, caregivers must struggle to balance their loved … Read more
The loss of a loved one is a difficult experience no matter how old you are. Children, in particular, face a unique set of challenges when coping with grief. The reality is, kids grieve differently than adults. They may show little or no emotion when they first learn about the death, only to suddenly have … Read more
Have you or a loved one suffered a fall? Are you worried they may be in danger of falling? If so, you’re not alone. About ¼ of U.S. adults age 65 and older fall each year. The aging process can affect one’s eyesight, balance, strength and reaction time. As a result, many older folks become … Read more
A terminal diagnosis is devastating news for any family. People often worry about how to make their loved one’s final days more comfortable. This is where hospice care can be a big help. Hospice ensures that patients and their families receive compassionate palliative care from qualified physicians, registered nurses and other professionals. About 80% of … Read more
If you are caring for a loved who has dementia, you are far from alone. Around the world, someone is diagnosed with dementia every 3 seconds. More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, including 400,000 Texans. New cases are expected to grow significantly by 2050. Dementia is a progressive condition that worsens … Read more
