We talk a lot about hospice care and transitioning throughout the last stage of life. But there is an “after” to all that — for the family and friends left behind, the grief doesn’t stop. In fact, this is when…
Losing a loved one is agonizing and distressing but unfortunately, it’s a common experience that most people face at least once in their lifetime. Most people experience normal grief and bereavement, characterized by a period of sorrow, numbness, guilt and…
Contrary to popular belief, hospice isn’t a death sentence; rather, it is assistance to live your best life until the end. If you have a loved one in hospice in San Francisco and elsewhere, or you yourself are facing entering…
Palliative care and hospice care: Many people link the two in their minds, but while they are closely related, they are two distinct things. If your loved one is facing a serious illness, you’ve probably heard a lot about treating…
May is National Stroke Awareness Month — no better time to address the aftermath of a stroke, its symptoms and treatments. Many of our hospice care patients are stroke victims in San Francisco and elsewhere, so we hope this information…
Grief is a normal part of losing someone you love. While you never get over the loss, the all-encompassing pain of grief typically lessens with time. But sometimes, that intense grief can consume you and fails to subside even over…
“Live Soulfully.” It’s a great point to ponder. It’s also the theme of this year’s National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW), held May 12 through 18 by the American Health Care Association (AHCA). The theme — “Live Soulfully” — celebrates…
This May is National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM), a declaration that honors the current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces. The entire month is devoted to six national observances highlighting the contributions of those who have served, ranging…
Having just finished up National Dance Week April 19 to 28, the power of dance is at the front of our minds. This got us thinking: if dancing allows us to release stress and feel joy, can it make you…
If your loved one requires end of life care in San Francisco and elsewhere, your first thought may be: where do I start? It can certainly be an overwhelming prospect due to all the stress, sadness and suddenness of it…