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nancy compton posted a tweet
A friend is exploring Hospice care for his Mom. We found the HospiceCare site has a wealth of helpful information http://bit.ly/6YiNT0
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Hospice in the news
Some recent articles focusing on hospice, the end of life, and grief matters:The Daily News Journal (Murfreesboro, Tennessee)...
Some recent articles focusing on hospice, the end of life, and grief matters:The Daily News Journal (Murfreesboro, Tennessee)...
NashvilleWriter posted a tweet
True stories on euthanasia, suicide, near-death experience, hospice care, & much more. http://tinyurl.com/MTMTEbook
7 days ago
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jlchrls posted a blog entry
Taking Care Of Yourself As Well As The Elderly
Vacation And RespiteCaring for an elderly member of your family is a huge responsibility that very few people actually take on...
Vacation And RespiteCaring for an elderly member of your family is a huge responsibility that very few people actually take on...
7 days ago
A Day in the Life of a Care Giver
| Topics: Hospice Care, Miscellany, Nursing Homes, Stress...
A Day in the Life of a Care Giver
| Topics: Hospice Care, Miscellany, Nursing Homes, Stress...
Jim posted a tweet
#in NY Times Personal Health: In Hospice, Care and Comfort as Life Wanes: Patients receiving hospice care tend to live l http://url4.eu/rDeW
Mukesh Sharma posted a tweet
Did you know hospice care is covered under Medicaid Part A? Find out more during hospice month . http://bit.ly/lRbkJ #hospice #medicaid
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Giving thanks
Nanette MatheI recently conducted a survey among my patients asking them what they are most thankful for. The number one...
Nanette MatheI recently conducted a survey among my patients asking them what they are most thankful for. The number one...
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Thanksgiving is about more than turkey and pumpkin pie. It’s something we should practice regularly.
Janny AdkinsAs we approach this season of traditional thanks-giving, my mind turns naturally to the act of expressing...
Janny AdkinsAs we approach this season of traditional thanks-giving, my mind turns naturally to the act of expressing...
dmmoore3 posted a tweet
RT @hospice_news: Hospice care is for more than the dying http://bit.ly/5fDD0v - #hospice
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Autumn leaves: Nature’s reminder of the meaning and beauty of transitions
Teresa YarbroughOne of my favorite things about the autumn season is the incredible variety of colors in the plant life I...
Teresa YarbroughOne of my favorite things about the autumn season is the incredible variety of colors in the plant life I...
Jacque Dixon posted a blog entry
An Emotional Week… or So
In the past few months, we have had a lot of death in our family and on our farm. I know they have been learning experiences...
In the past few months, we have had a lot of death in our family and on our farm. I know they have been learning experiences...
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Murfreesboro Mayor Tommy Bragg honors Alive Hospice
Alive Hospice continued its celebration of National Hospice Month this week with help from Murfreesboro Mayor Tommy Bragg....
Alive Hospice continued its celebration of National Hospice Month this week with help from Murfreesboro Mayor Tommy Bragg....
18 days ago
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: hospice care, special events &..., Alive Hospice, Mayor Tommy...
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: hospice care, special events &..., Alive Hospice, Mayor Tommy...Alive Hospice posted tweets
Top10 things 2 know about #hospice care, # 10: Hospice offers grief support services to family members & the community. http://bit.ly/3Fijpq
Top 10 things to know about #hospice care, # 9: Hospice serves people of all backgrounds and traditions. #NationalHospiceMonth
Alive Hospice posted a tweet
Top 10 things to know about #hospice care, # 8: A person may keep his/her referring physician involved while receiving hospice care.
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Did I just say I was a widow?
Sarah NeeleyI did not mean to say it. I never even thought of myself as such. Widows are little old ladies. Widows...
Sarah NeeleyI did not mean to say it. I never even thought of myself as such. Widows are little old ladies. Widows...
Alive Hospice posted tweets
Top 10 things to know about #hospice care, # 7: More than 99% of the U.S. population lives in areas where hospice care is accessible.
Top10 things to know about #hospice care, # 6: Patients can receive care for 6 months or longer. Starting care early maximizes the benefits!
Alive Hospice posted a tweet
Top10 things to know about #hospice care, # 5: Hospice care is provided to people living in nursing homes & assisted living facilities.
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Thoughts: National Hospice Month, health-care reform, and a special visit
Jan JonesNovember is National Hospice Month and there couldn’t be a better time than now to celebrate the work of so...
Jan JonesNovember is National Hospice Month and there couldn’t be a better time than now to celebrate the work of so...
25 days ago
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: health care..., hospice care, special events &..., Alive Hospice
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: health care..., hospice care, special events &..., Alive HospiceAlive Hospice posted a blog entry
“Now, therefore, be it resolved…” (a National Hospice Month proclamation)
Metro Nashville Mayor Karl Dean helped Alive Hospice celebrate National Hospice Month with a mayoral proclamation. Alive...
Metro Nashville Mayor Karl Dean helped Alive Hospice celebrate National Hospice Month with a mayoral proclamation. Alive...
25 days ago
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: hospice care, special events &..., Alive Hospice, Mayor Karl...
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: hospice care, special events &..., Alive Hospice, Mayor Karl...Alive Hospice posted a tweet
Top10 things to know about #hospice care, # 4: Most people don't want to die in a hospital. Hospice provides a way to receive care @ home.
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
The holidays are around the corner: What if I don’t feel like making merry?
Ruth WilliamsThe holidays are coming. Evidence is mounting! Red and green are beginning to infiltrate the stores. Many of...
Ruth WilliamsThe holidays are coming. Evidence is mounting! Red and green are beginning to infiltrate the stores. Many of...
Alive Hospice posted a tweet
Top 10 things to know about #hospice care, # 3: Hospice serves anyone facing a life-limiting illness, regardless of age or illness.
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Veterans Day: Saluting those who have served our country
Today is Veterans Day, and we join with the rest of the nation in celebrating and saluting those who have served our...
Today is Veterans Day, and we join with the rest of the nation in celebrating and saluting those who have served our...
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Two days left to take Alive Hospice’s Millennial survey!
The Millennial Generation (those born between 1980 and 2000), or Generation Y, is known for being highly motivated, greatly...
The Millennial Generation (those born between 1980 and 2000), or Generation Y, is known for being highly motivated, greatly...
Alive Hospice posted a tweet
Top 10 things to know about #hospice care, # 1: It's not a place. It's a KIND of care that involves physical, spiritual & emotional comfort.
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Photo Friday: November is National Hospice/Palliative Care Month
Mrs. Lynda Pond’s is one of the many faces of hospice care that we celebrate duringNational Hospice/Palliative...
Mrs. Lynda Pond’s is one of the many faces of hospice care that we celebrate duringNational Hospice/Palliative...
32 days ago
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: hospice care, Alive Hospice, Alive Hospice at Skyline Madison..., care
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: hospice care, Alive Hospice, Alive Hospice at Skyline Madison..., careAlive Hospice posted a blog entry
My own death: Making peace with what’s down the road is liberating
Dr. David TribbleWe at Alive Hospice had the privilege this week of being addressed by Don Schumacher, the President and...
Dr. David TribbleWe at Alive Hospice had the privilege this week of being addressed by Don Schumacher, the President and...
Alive Hospice posted a tweet
Growing trend that patients and families receive hospice care for less than 7 days. http://bit.ly/2TtTF8
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Decompressing: To care for others, we must care for ourselves
Nanette MatheChaplains everywhere find their own ways of “decompressing” after visiting their patients. I have...
Nanette MatheChaplains everywhere find their own ways of “decompressing” after visiting their patients. I have...
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
In honor of chaplains: National Pastoral Care Week is Oct. 25-31
National Pastoral Care Week is this week, and three Alive Hospice chaplains recently shared candid thoughts about why they do...
National Pastoral Care Week is this week, and three Alive Hospice chaplains recently shared candid thoughts about why they do...
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Getting to know you: We want to hear from the Millennial Generation!
The Millennial Generation (those born between 1980 and 2000), or Generation Y, is known for being highly motivated, greatly...
The Millennial Generation (those born between 1980 and 2000), or Generation Y, is known for being highly motivated, greatly...
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Dreams of loved ones can often bring comfort
Ruth WilliamsI’ve had an interest in sleeping and dreaming since I was a little girl. Because of this, I’ve been...
Ruth WilliamsI’ve had an interest in sleeping and dreaming since I was a little girl. Because of this, I’ve been...
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
With nimble hands, Alive Hospice volunteers touch hearts
Teresa YarbroughWe have superlative volunteers who assist in many aspects of our care at Alive Hospice. The volunteers who...
Teresa YarbroughWe have superlative volunteers who assist in many aspects of our care at Alive Hospice. The volunteers who...
49 days ago
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: hospice care, volunteerism, Alive Hospice, Alive Hospice Residence...
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: hospice care, volunteerism, Alive Hospice, Alive Hospice Residence...Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Grieving for a patient
Dr. David TribbleI had the privilege, recently, of caring for a patient as she died. In the span of a few hours over three...
Dr. David TribbleI had the privilege, recently, of caring for a patient as she died. In the span of a few hours over three...
54 days ago
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: grief and..., hospice care, " chief medical..., Alive Hospice
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: grief and..., hospice care, " chief medical..., Alive HospiceAlive Hospice posted a blog entry
What do you think?
Tell us, dear readers! We’d like to hear more about your thoughts, opinions, and observations. You can join in the...
Tell us, dear readers! We’d like to hear more about your thoughts, opinions, and observations. You can join in the...
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
A hospice lesson: Remember to pause and savor life
Janny AdkinsThe other evening, I was watching the last of the hummingbirds feed from the feeder on my deck. I was thinking...
Janny AdkinsThe other evening, I was watching the last of the hummingbirds feed from the feeder on my deck. I was thinking...
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Witnessing the true meaning of love half a world away
Tam RoyseOctober 10th, 2009 is World Hospice and Palliative Care Day. Three years ago, at this same time of the year, I was...
Tam RoyseOctober 10th, 2009 is World Hospice and Palliative Care Day. Three years ago, at this same time of the year, I was...
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
With a little help from their friends: Teens confront grief together
Ruth WilliamsWhen you’re a teenager, life itself may seem to be a constant challenge. Every day is some new crisis. Maybe...
Ruth WilliamsWhen you’re a teenager, life itself may seem to be a constant challenge. Every day is some new crisis. Maybe...
61 days ago
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: grief and..., hospice care, special events &..., Alive Grief Support...
Alive Hospice Blog
| Topics: grief and..., hospice care, special events &..., Alive Grief Support...Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Round-up: Hospice in the news
Hospice care has been making headlines again. A round-up of recent news items about living at the end of life:The Chicago...
Hospice care has been making headlines again. A round-up of recent news items about living at the end of life:The Chicago...
Alive Hospice posted a blog entry
Watermelons
Jan JonesI often say how blessed we are to have wonderful staff and volunteers here at Alive Hospice. Yesterday, we had...
Jan JonesI often say how blessed we are to have wonderful staff and volunteers here at Alive Hospice. Yesterday, we had...
Jayne posted a blog entry
A second opinion and a dose of reality....
I got my second opinion and while normally someone in my shape would not have lived this long or even tried to survive much...
I got my second opinion and while normally someone in my shape would not have lived this long or even tried to survive much...
68 days ago
Shopping Kharma Blog
| Topics: getting a second..., Hospice Care, cure for..., autofeeder for...
Shopping Kharma Blog
| Topics: getting a second..., Hospice Care, cure for..., autofeeder for...Jayne posted a blog entry
the Bark in the Park....
I would be lying if I said I wasn't still crying from the news I received the other day. Its not easy to hear that from your...
I would be lying if I said I wasn't still crying from the news I received the other day. Its not easy to hear that from your...
79 days ago
Shopping Kharma Blog
| Topics: Bark in the Park 2009..., Blue Merle..., all breeds of..., Hospice Care
Shopping Kharma Blog
| Topics: Bark in the Park 2009..., Blue Merle..., all breeds of..., Hospice CareJayne posted a blog entry
The surrealness of Hospice Care Decisions....
I'm supposed to go home tomorrow morning and I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I will. I am not to have any fevers for 48...
I'm supposed to go home tomorrow morning and I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I will. I am not to have any fevers for 48...
81 days ago
Shopping Kharma Blog
| Topics: OBGYN..., preparing for end of..., good nurses, Oncologists
Shopping Kharma Blog
| Topics: OBGYN..., preparing for end of..., good nurses, Oncologists
DanielthePoet posted a tweet
spent some quality time with my grandpa at the hospital. we're moving him to hospice care this afternoon. #fb
dick_and_sharon posted a blog entry
Home, Home at the Home
But somewhere along the line in the past 30 years younger people have shied away from taking care of their elders as “Senior...
But somewhere along the line in the past 30 years younger people have shied away from taking care of their elders as “Senior...
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