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President Jimmy Carter’s experience dispels hospice myths
12/06/23 at 04:00 AMPresident Jimmy Carter’s experience dispels hospice mythsBy Aaron WheelerDes Moines RegisterDecember 4, 2023... What makes Carter’s hospice situation a little different from most is that he first received hospice services in February 2023—a full 10 months ago, shortly after the recurrence of a life-limiting cancer. While many individuals and families view hospice services as a “last resort,” it’s clear the Carters viewed it for what it is: a way to help people live as fully as they can as long as they are able. If I could change one thing about the way most people view hospice services, that would be that “hospice” is often a word people dread because of the “death sentence” connotation. In reality, hospice is not about giving up hope. It’s about maximizing quality of life based on the individual’s choices, and often about helping family members transition back from caregiver status to simply being a spouse or a son or a daughter again.[Editor’s Note: Aaron Wheeler is vice president of home and community-based services for WesleyLife, Johnston, IA].
Lessons in Caregiving
12/06/23 at 03:55 AMLessons in CaregivingBy Lisa B. SamalonisNext AvenueDecember 4, 2023... When my parents, in their late 70s, became ill with several chronic and terminal health ailments, my sisters and I worked to support them and honor their wishes to age in their home. ... Like many adult children and family friends new to this process, we were unaware of everything we did not know about the complexity of safely aging in place and the available resources. ... Often, coordination of care is very challenging. ... Being a vocal advocate can help your loved one immensely. ... Yet, taking care of oneself allows one to care for others.[Editor’s Note: The author is a writer and editor based in New Jersey. She writes about health, parenting, books and personal finance.]
Ready Pet Go! Meet the 125 lb. dog comforting people in hospice care
12/04/23 at 04:00 AMReady Pet Go! Meet the 125 lb. dog comforting people in hospice careWKYC-TV (Cleveland, OH)November 29, 2023Strongsville, OH—When your loved one is ready to move on to the other side, you hope they’ll find comfort in a place of peace, serenity, and care. At the Thomas P. Perciak Hospice of Southwest General, there’s someone there to help. His name is Winston. He’s an 8-year-old Bernese mountain dog, about 125 lbs., and is the biggest lover you’ll ever meet.
Kids fighting health battles take off from Dulles to the North Pole
12/04/23 at 04:00 AMKids fighting health battles take off from Dulles to the North PoleWTOP-FM (Washington, DC)December 2, 2023Dozens of kids facing tough health battles and in hospice care took a special United ‘fantasy flight’ from Dulles International Airport on Saturday. Their final destination? The North Pole, to meet Santa.
Hospice patients, pets focus of Pet Peace of Mind, which has Vancouver branch
12/02/23 at 04:00 AMHospice patients, pets focus of Pet Peace of Mind, which has Vancouver branch
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter never tried to hide the effects of growing old
12/02/23 at 04:00 AMJimmy and Rosalynn Carter never tried to hide the effects of growing old
Lawmaker proposes funds for Tampa General Hospital to build employee apartments
12/01/23 at 04:00 AMLawmaker proposes funds for Tampa General Hospital to build employee apartments
Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter bring needed attention to hospice care—and questions
12/01/23 at 04:00 AMRosalynn and Jimmy Carter bring needed attention to hospice care—and questions