Category Hospice Topics
The Role of Hospice Care in Supporting Seniors and Their Families
The Role of Hospice Care in Supporting Seniors and Their Families As seniors approach the final stages of life, hospice care plays a crucial role in providing comfort, dignity, and support. Hospice care is a specialized form of medical care…
Breathing Easier: Tips to Manage COPD in Older Adults
Breathing Easier: Tips to Manage COPD in Older Adults Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung condition that makes breathing increasingly difficult. It is a common condition among older adults, particularly those with a history of smoking or…
Quality of Life is Essential Even Through Hospice Care
Even when faced with imminent death, quality of life is important. January is International Quality Of Life Month, so if you have a loved one who is in hospice care in Alameda County and elsewhere, you will find this week’s article interesting. Here at…
Planning a Joyful Holiday With a Loved One in Hospice Care
The holiday season is here, and if you have a loved one in hospice care in San Francisco and elsewhere, it may not seem quite as joyous as it used to. You’re probably very busy visiting your loved one and making preparations. But the…
The Physical Impact of Alzheimer’s Disease
With November being Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, we thought it appropriate to honor those who suffer from this debilitating disease. More than six million Americans over the age of 65 have Alzheimer’s, with 73 percent being over the age of 75.…
Different Types and Levels of Blindness in Older Adults
October is World Blindness Month, and this week’s blog will focus on the different types and levels of blindness in older adults. It’s not uncommon for us to care for individuals in hospice in Alameda County and elsewhere who suffer from some level of…
Liver Health: How Age Changes the Rules
Liver health is important, but like many organs, it’s one than can be compromised as we age. Many patients we care for here in hospice care in San Mateo and elsewhere suffer from liver disease. In honor of National Liver Awareness Month this October,…
Pathways HHH: The Holidays Don’t Stop For End of Life Care
The holidays are stressful but this is a good time to evaluate your senior loved ones. Just because you’re busy prepping for holiday festivities doesn’t mean end of life care gets put on hold. There are many days coming up…
Many Seniors Don’t Drink Enough Water: 5 Ways to Help
Many seniors are dehydrated and they don’t realize it. The health risk is very real though. From urinary and kidney problems to seizures and heat exhaustion, seniors who don’t drink enough liquids during the day can face serious health consequences. Problem…
How to Stay Informed of Your Loved One’s Immunization Options
Immunizations are critical in guarding against disease, especially in older adults who may have a chronic illness and a compromised immune system. In honor of National Immunization Awareness Month this August, we wanted to give you some tips on how to stay…
