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Some Families May Not Access Hospice Without Caregiver Support

Hospice News

The nation’s health care system is lacking in support for caregivers of the terminally ill, who are often left with a heavy financial and logistical burden. Even when a caregiver is present, that person may be elderly or ill themselves, or be unable to be in the home around the clock due to work or other obligations.

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New C-Suite Executives Tapped to Lead Hospices in 2025

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HGA is very fortunate to have Jame on our team Established in 1987, Hospice of Gladwin Area provides services at no cost to patients and their caregivers. The nonprofit offers hospice, respite services, spiritual and bereavement support, as well as assistance with housekeeping, medical equipment and other supplies.

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Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County Launches Caregiver Education Partnership

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North Carolina-based Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County (HPCIC) has partnered with a local technical school to develop educational videos for family caregivers. Most often, patients prefer to be at home when dealing with a terminal illness, but this can bring on anxiety and fear for the caregiver,” Smith said in an announcement.

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Can You Travel and Work as a Caregiver?

Caregiver Support Services

Love working as a caregiver because you get to help people with your skills? Here’s how: Choose Your Destination Wisely Not all destinations are created equal when it comes to balancing caregiving and travel. Because let’s be honest, even caregivers need to breathe.) These gems are tailor-made for traveling caregivers.

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Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Unveils New Personal Care Program

Hospice News

Through the program, Our Hospices caregivers will provide the following services: Bathing and grooming Dressing and toileting Meal preparation Medication reminders Light housekeeping and laundry Transportation to appointments Personal Care Program Manager Julie Davis will lead the new suite of services, which will launch in early April.

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Hospice, Health Care Partnership Unveils Person-Centered Care Program for Rural Patients

Hospice News

They shoulder the burden of rearranging their schedules, juggling doctors’ visits and prescriptions, squeezing in regular shopping trips and performing essential housekeeping chores … all while caring for a spouse or aging parent,” said Lews in an announcement. Without assistance or relief, these difficulties can impede access to hospice.

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Family Resource Home Care Expands with Companion Care Acquisition

Hospice News

Family Resource provides end-of-life, respite and personal care, along with services such as medication management, meal preparation, housekeeping, companionship and dementia support. Washington-headquartered Family Resource Home Care recently acquired personal care provider Companion Care, Inc.,