Care At Home

Caring for a friend or family member with a terminal illness can be both rewarding and challenging. Our information on end of life care at home can help you know what to expect – from day-to-day caring to looking after your own needs.

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Dying female hospice patient in bed while loved one holds her hand.

Care At Home

July 2024

What are the signs of actively dying? 40 Days – 24 Hours

Discover the signs of active dying and gain guidance on offering support and coping with grief in this comprehensive exploration of the end-of-life journey….

An elderly woman in a wheelchair is tenderly hugged by a caretaker in a Christmas-decorated group home. Festive lights and a tree add warmth to the scene.

Care At Home

November 2023

Respite Care for the Holidays

Respite care for the holidays can provide a much-needed temporary break for caregivers to rest, recharge, and enjoy the magic of the season….

Female hospice volunteer visiting a female patient. Both are sitting on a couch talking and smiling, in the patient's home.

Care At Home

August 2023

The Value of Hospice Volunteering

Hospice volunteering can make a big difference in the lives of patients and their families. Volunteers provide companionship, support, and practical assistance….

Care At Home

July 2023

Comfort Care vs Hospice Care: Is There a Difference?

Comfort care is a specialized type of care focused on alleviating pain, maximizing comfort, and enhancing quality of life in people with a terminal…

Palliative Care patient holding his head in pain while a nurse holds his hand.

Care At Home

May 2023

What is Palliative Care at Home?

Palliative care at home is specialized care for people living with a life-limiting disease, focusing on symptom management and improved quality of life. …

At-Home Comfort Care: A female patient receives attentive care from a female nurse, checking breathing with a stethoscope, reflecting home healthcare.

Care At Home

May 2023

What Is Comfort Care? Definition and FAQs

Comfort care is a specialized form of care that aims to relieve pain, maximize comfort, and improve quality of life at the end of…

Morphine definition and chemical composition illustration.

Care At Home

March 2023

Does Morphine Speed Up Death?

While it’s common to have concerns over the safety of medications like morphine used during end-of-life care, there’s no evidence that morphine speeds up…

"Medical Decision-Making: A blank Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) form rests on a sterile surface, accompanied by the subtle presence of an EKG test paper and a vibrant red pen in the backdrop. This evocative image captures the gravity of end-of-life choices and the intersection of medical technology and personal preferences."

Care At Home

February 2023

Advance Directives: What are DNR and DNI orders?

From living wills to DNR and DNI orders, learn about your options for advance healthcare directives and how to establish them. Thinking about your…

Care At Home

February 2023

The 5 Stages of Palliative Care, Plus Additional Details to Know

From information gathering to bereavement, learn about the 5 stages of palliative care, and how to navigate them….

A compassionate doctor delivers a terminal diagnosis to a visibly upset male patient, while his wife provides comforting support through a heartfelt embrace. A moment of empathy and understanding in difficult times.

Care At Home

February 2023

When is Hospice Recommended? 8 Signs

Hospice care is recommended when a person has 6 months or less to live, curative treatments have stopped working, or the patient elects to…

Care At Home

February 2023

When should someone be offered palliative care?

Comfort care is a specialized type of care focused on alleviating pain, maximizing comfort, and enhancing quality of life in people with a terminal…

Caring for a loved one with Heart Disease.

Care At Home

January 2023

Caring for a Loved One with Heart Disease

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. If someone you love receives a cardiovascular disease diagnosis, it can become…

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