Caregivers of hospice and palliative patients experience significant stress, which can lead to mental and physical complications, or exacerbate existing conditions. Caregivers are often referred to as ‘hidden patients’ – though not the primary focus of the hospice or palliative team, the holistic approach to patient care taken by this specialty practice recognizes the importance…
Our mental health often suffers after losing someone we love. As you make plans for the months ahead, make sure you prioritize your own happiness and find ways to reduce stress in your life. We’ve compiled a list of ideas below to help guide you through the next steps of your self-care journey. Sleep. Sleep…
The days and weeks after losing someone we love are hard, but for most, the hardest point in the grieving journey actually comes much later. Once the rest of our community has begun to move on, we are faced with the difficult task of resuming our day-to-day lives without our loved one with us. Birthdays,…
It’s a difficult conversation, but sharing your end-of-life wishes is a valuable gift to loved ones. If you have not talked to your loved ones about your end-of-life wishes, you’re not alone. According to AARP, only 27 percent of respondents shared their end-of-life choices. Meanwhile, 90 percent of people believe it’s a critical conversation with…
All Veterans deserve to receive benefits that they have earned by faithfully serving our country. Below, you will find a variety of resources to help you find the information you need. Applications Application for Burial Benefits Application for Headstone or Marker Application for American Flag Application for Presidential Memorial Certificate Request for Military Record Application…