November is National Home Care and Hospice Month, a time not only to recognize the professionals who provide care at the end of life, but also a time to discuss with your loved ones what your care at the end of life might look like. If you have never had a family member on hospice, you might not know the wonderful services that hospice can provide. Hospice is focused on comfort and quality of life, and treats the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of patients and their families. Hospice … [Read more...] about Exploring Choices in Care During National Hospice Month
Palliative care
NAU Researcher: Improving Quality of Life for Seriously Ill
Being diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening illness is distressing enough but a dearth of cohesive services often compounds the difficulty, according to an NAU researcher. Mary Anne Hale Reynolds, an associate professor in the School of Nursing, focuses on adults, ages 20-59, and the physical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual impacts following a life-threatening disease diagnosis. Reynolds’ area of expertise is palliative care, which she described as an array of services … [Read more...] about NAU Researcher: Improving Quality of Life for Seriously Ill
Surviving the Holidays After the Loss of a Loved One
The holidays are here and although they can be a time of joy, they also can be a time of sorrow, remembering those who are no longer with us. Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deep and difficult challenge at any time. But the holiday season can magnify the loss and mourning. Many face the holidays with dread and their joy is overshadowed by sorrow and loss. Family gatherings and seasonal events can be painful reminders of the absence of a loved one. At the same time, they can also be … [Read more...] about Surviving the Holidays After the Loss of a Loved One
