Category Hospice Topics
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…
A Senior’s Need For Both Quality and Quantity of Water
August is National Water Quality Month and World Water Week is August 23 to September 1. In honor of these two important dates, today’s blog will focus on why quality and quantity of water counts when it comes to a senior’s fluid…
Are You Aware of Gastroparesis? Here’s What You Need to Know
August is Gastroparesis Awareness Month and is designed to shed light on gastroparesis diagnosis, treatment, and overall quality of life. The goal is to help people understand what gastroparesis is and to help patients and their families better manage the…
Maintaining Good Self-Care For You and Your Loved One While in Hospice
Let’s celebrate Self-Care Month this July with some tips on how to best care for yourself and your loved one while in hospice in San Mateo and elsewhere. What exactly is self-care? The World Health Organization (WHO) defines it as…
How Your Attitude Impacts Your Hospice Care Results
National Attitude Day was June 5th this year, and it’s a time to work on improving your outlook on life. You can do this by making an effort to smile more, reframe situations, build resiliency, foster building healthy relationships, and…
