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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January 2023

Caring for a Loved One with Cancer

Learn how to provide compassionate cancer care for a loved one while safeguarding your own well-being. Find support and practical advice for families facing…

Care At Home

January 2023

Clinical Indicators of Hospice Eligibility

Exploring the Clinical Indicators of Hospice Eligibility: Is your patient eligible for hospice care, or do they need palliative care instead? Patients are eligible…

Chronic Kidney Disease graphically placed on a notebook.

Care At Home

January 2023

Caring for a Loved One with Kidney Disease

Discover support for chronic kidney disease caregivers. Explore home care options and lighten the burden of CKD and ESRD care….

Care At Home

January 2023

Caring for a Loved One with Dementia

Whether you’re seeking Alzheimer’s care for a parent or caring for dementia in a beloved sibling, the road is long and difficult, but it’s…

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Care At Home

January 2023

Caring for a Loved One with Pulmonary Disease

It’s easy to take breathing for granted. But chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) can have a deep and lasting impact on every breath a…

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Caring for a loved one with Heart Disease.

Care At Home

January 2023

Caring for a Loved One with Heart Disease

Care At Home

February 2023

When should someone be offered palliative care?

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

Care At Home

February 2023

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

"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?