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B.U.R.N. I.T.: Simple reminders to stop caregiver burnout
Through our palliative care fellowship, a nursing student explored the causes of caregiver burnout, and how to stop it before it starts.
How a theater workshop helps kids and teens navigate grief
With the help of two professional actors, kids and teens at Camp BraveHeart tapped into the power of theater to navigate grief.
Home-based palliative care helps patients with advanced illness
HopeHealth’s Advanced Illness program provides palliative care to patients in the later stages of serious illness — right in the comfort of home.
By Judy’s side: A husband’s perspective on hospice
When Judy was diagnosed with dementia, the doctor suggested hospice. “It the best thing that we have done,” says her husband, Frank. “Hospice is not what I thought it was.”
Grief & the holidays: Practical advice when you have experienced the loss of a loved one
If you’ve lost a loved one, your grief may feel particularly intense around the holidays. Here are tips to get through the season.
Hospice program honors 92-year-old veteran for military service
Over his military career, “Buzz” Tilton flew everything from fighter jets to transport planes. At age 92, his community and hospice team honored him with a veteran pinning ceremony.
Healing at home: Meet a home care physical therapist
It takes years of training to become a physical therapist. It also takes a lot of compassion. Meet one of our own, from HopeHealth’s home care team.
The role of spiritual care in mental wellness
Spiritual care is about the whole self: body, mind and spirit. At the end of life, it can play a powerful role in mental health and well-being.
How to Talk About Death With a Child or Teen Who’s Near the End of Life
Kids and teens who are seriously ill often need to talk through their thoughts, questions and fears about death. Here’s how to create a safe space for them.
Support for the dementia journey: 4 programs for patients and caregivers
“I wish I had done this sooner.” We hear this a lot from dementia caregivers. They say it when they see their loved one’s face light up for a respite visitor. They say it when they learn a new way to soothe challenging behavior. They say it when they discover a community who truly understands Read More
“Make the most of every moment”: Neil’s story
Diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, 19-year-old Neil chose to embrace life in every moment. By sharing his experience with hospice, his family hopes he can help others do the same.
What palliative care means for liver disease
Palliative care offers extra care, information and guidance for anyone living with a serious illness. Here’s how it helps with liver disease.
Talking about my dad: A daughter’s tribute
A young woman shares her experience with sudden loss, grief, and healing. “It is almost impossible to understand what grief is like until it happens to you,” she says.
In sickness and in health: Joanne and Ron’s story
As a long-time nurse, Joanne took care of countless people. At the end of her life, her husband and hospice team were honored to take care of her.
He lost both his parents. Now, he’ll help kids and teens heal at Camp BraveHeart.
After losing both parents within just a few months, Jay needed help coping with his grief. Now, he’ll help kids and teens cope with theirs.
What palliative care means for Alzheimer’s and dementia
For people living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, palliative care means extra support for quality of life — theirs, and their family’s.
How does dementia feel? A new training builds understanding & empathy
It’s one thing to witness dementia in someone you care for. It’s another to experience it, even briefly, for yourself. That’s where the Virtual Dementia Tour comes in.
Belong, understand, heal: Join our LGBTQ+ Grief Support Group
For LGBTQ+ people, grief is often layered with additional stress and loss. Our LGBTQ+ Grief Support Group is a safe, inclusive place to heal.
Caring for someone with dementia? In Massachusetts, a free program is here to help
From free respite care to expert advice, here’s how the Alzheimer’s Disease Assistance Program is helping two Massachusetts families — and how it could help yours.
“What a privilege”: Reflections of a hospice nurse
In honor of Nurses Week, we spotlight our hospice nurse based in a Boston hospital. “So much love, so much meaning can happen in these end-of-life spaces,” she says.
“I hope I can pay this forward”: A hospice volunteer’s lasting impact
During his partner’s months on hospice, Bob often thought, “I hope I can pay this forward someday.” As a HopeHealth volunteer, he’s done just that.
12 ways occupational therapy can improve your life
Occupational therapists help you overcome any barriers between you and your best life, including tips for your physical, mental, social and environmental well-being.
Honoring a life: Remembrance items for a child who is seriously ill
Legacy-making activities honor your unbreakable bond with your child, and celebrate everything you love about them. If your child is seriously ill, these keepsakes take on special meaning.
Advice & support from Parkinson’s caregivers
If you’re caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease, a support group offers information for navigating the disease, and a safe space to share your experiences.
The power of compassion: A student volunteer’s journey with hospice
“No matter how dire things seem, you can always make a difference in someone’s life.” Here’s what one college student learned from hospice volunteering.
