If your loved one has dementia, here’s what to keep in mind at each stage — and how to create moments of connection along the way.
Hospice Care
“Dying is an important part of living”: Lessons from a hospice volunteer
Hospice volunteers give so much of themselves to help patients and families. Often, they learn these life lessons along the way.
At the heart of your health team: Meet Maria, a hospice CNA
CNAs do some of the most important and intimate work in health care. At the Hulitar Hospice Center, Maria Sequeria shares what this work means to her.
Four days in Cape Verde: The impact of a medical mission
HopeHealth nurse Natalina Gomes, RN, went on the medical mission to Cape Verde to help others. It totally changed her perspective.
Daughter, friend, “caregiver to the caregiver”: The path & passion of a hospice volunteer
Joan’s mother, father and dear friend passed away on HopeHealth’s care. With each experience, she discovered another aspect of hospice — and another way she wanted to pay it forward.
Plan ahead for healthcare decisions: Free tips & resources for families
No matter what stage of life you’re in, set aside time now for key health decisions. It’s a gift to your family, and yourself.
“This is your day”: A hospice patient’s golf dream comes true
His whole life, Jack dreamed of playing the golf course at Rhode Island Country Club. Thanks to a hospice volunteer, he finally did.
Tell me how I can help: Meet a hospice social worker
“What would you like us to know about you, so we can care for you the way you want to be cared for?” Hospice social worker Laura McGuire usually asks patients this first. It’s just the beginning.
The reason I do this: How a hospice volunteer finds his purpose
When Phil saw the ad for hospice volunteers in Massachusetts, he wasn’t sure if a guy like him could help. But he knew he wanted to try.
12 music activities & tips for someone with dementia
If your loved one has dementia, music can be a powerful tool to connect with them, calm them, and support their activities of daily living.