Caring for a loved one who served can be complex. HopeHealth’s new Veterans Caregiver Support Group offers understanding, connection and resources for families walking this unique journey.
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A final salute: How hospice helped one veteran’s family say goodbye
When Commander Kershaw’s lifetime of service was drawing to a close, his family and hospice team arranged one final military ceremony to send him off.
3 questions that help your palliative care team understand you better
Every serious illness journey is unique, but the good communication in palliative care is universal. Here are a few questions your team will likely ask you, and why.
What does spiritual care mean in a hospice setting?
Hospice chaplains are available to support anyone in your family — no matter how you feel about religion. And they can help in more ways than you might expect.
When grief feels lonely: How one young woman created community after loss
When Anna lost her dad, she felt isolated in her grief. Creating HopeHealth’s young adult loss group helped her — and others — find healing.
A different kind of care: A retired doctor becomes a grief support volunteer
Before retiring from medical practice, Dr. Chuck Sherman regularly referred patients to HopeHealth. Now, he’s a volunteer with our grief support team.
A father’s legacy, a family’s healing: Addi & Parker at Camp BraveHeart
For years, Joe Halus helped host Camp BraveHeart at his beloved YMCA. After his sudden death, the camp became a place for his young daughters to heal.
Beyond the Story: What Hospice Taught Me About Life and Dignity
A journalist reflects on his transformative journey as a hospice volunteer, sharing moving stories of courage, compassion, and the power of human connection.
What is sundowning? A dementia expert explains
For people with dementia, the afternoon and evening can bring anxiety, confusion or agitation. Here’s what causes sundowning, and how to ease its effects.
Caregiving & family dynamics: 4 strategies from a social worker
Caring for a loved one changes family dynamics — sometimes strengthening bonds, sometimes sparking conflict. Here’s how to ease tension and build connection