Hospice / Palliative Care Blogs
In today’s rapidly advancing healthcare environment, it is more important than ever for individuals to have clear and well-documented plans for their end-of-life care. Good Shepherd Home Care and Hospice in Salt Lake City is dedicated to helping patients and their families navigate these crucial decisions through advance care planning. This guide will explore the…
Providing ongoing palliative or home care for a family member can be deeply fulfilling, yet it also presents significant physical and emotional challenges. Caregivers frequently prioritize the well-being of their loved ones over their own, leading to stress, caregiver burnout, and compromised well-being. At Good Shepherd Home Care and Hospice, we understand the complex yet…
Home care for individuals dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life conditions presents unique challenges and opportunities. At Good Shepherd Home Care and Hospice, we understand the critical importance of managing pain and discomfort effectively to improve the quality of life for our patients. Let’s explore practical pain management techniques and comfort measures that can be…
As individuals age, they undergo numerous physiological changes that profoundly impact their overall health and well-being. Chief among the concerns facing older adults is the increased susceptibility to falls, which can have serious repercussions ranging from immediate injuries to long-term consequences such as diminished quality of life and hospitalization. However, by gaining a thorough understanding…
If you find yourself in need of a hospice provider in Utah but are uncertain about where to initiate your search, you’re not alone. The abundance of complex information available may have initially overwhelmed your efforts. In this article, we aim to guide you through selecting a hospice provider by presenting a series of pertinent…
In hospice care, the hospice chaplain plays a pivotal role as a critical interdisciplinary team member. While others address the physical and psychological needs of patients nearing the end of life, the chaplain is dedicated to tending to their spiritual and emotional well-being and their families. Salt Lake City house chaplains will extend pastoral care…
While numerous seniors in the early stages of dementia can maintain independence or receive support, those with more pronounced cognitive decline might benefit from the expertise of trained professionals in memory care communities. Yet, dementia symptoms can fluctuate, making it challenging to discern when additional assistance is necessary. If your loved one is encountering confusion…
Enhanced quality of life, patient-centered care aligned with individual goals, and reduced healthcare expenditures represent the advantages of palliative care. Individuals requiring palliative care in Utah often grapple with chronic conditions, which may be terminal or non-terminal, encompassing conditions like neurological trauma, cancer, lung disease, Alzheimer’s, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Crohn’s Disease, among others. With…
Providing home health care or hospice for a loved one involves a myriad of decisions, financial considerations, paperwork, and emotional responses, creating a multifaceted task with significant stakes. Matters become even more intricate when various individuals have distinct interests, opinions, or attitudes about handling these responsibilities. Each person approaches the responsibility of caring for another…
Hospice care and candles go hand-in-hand like peanut butter and jelly. There are a plethora of reasons people in end of life care prefer candles. Candles produce a warm glow and a soft, welcoming atmosphere for those living in home hospice. Besides giving natural light, candles can be a symbol of light in the dark.…
Making the decision to hire a utah home care service to provide care for your loved one is an important decision and can, at the same time, be very difficult. If an illness or recovery from surgery requires nursing care or physical therapy, a physician may order skilled home care services that provide both skilled providers…
How important is social support as a person ages? This may seem like an easy question to answer. Most people would not choose isolation and loneliness versus spending time with companions. However, can lack of social support really hinder a person’s overall quality of life? Lack of social support is related to negative impacts on…
Heat Wave Puts Elderly at RiskIt was 3:00 PM when Linda noticed her elderly neighbor had not been out to pick up her paper nor opened her windows. A heat wave had kept temperatures near 100 degrees all week long. When Linda knocked on her neighbor’s door, Megan, 88 years old answered immediately. “Is it…
Healthy Aging – Physically, Mentally and FinanciallyThe month of September brings a welcome relief from the hot summer days. Cool breezes and colorful foliage appearing on the trees entice one to walk and bask in healthy fresh air.September has also been designated as “Healthy Aging Month” with encouragement to seniors to renew their attitudes towards…
Dying with DebtThe laws regarding debt after death are defined by each state so there isn’t a single answer to the question above for everyone. On most occasions, the only time a family member would be responsible for your debt is if they cosigned a loan with you. People generally do not inherit another person’s…
We Received Pinnacle Customer Experience Award 2012Over the course of the last twelve months, Pinnacle Quality Insight, a nationally recognized customer satisfaction firm, hasinterviewed the customers of Good Shepherd Hospice regarding their satisfaction levels.Customers were asked to evaluate several aspects of their received services. From the results of these interviews, Pinnacle hasdetermined that Good Shepherd…