The Role of Hospice and Palliative Care
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Both forms of patient care play essential roles in providing comfort and quality of life for people with serious illnesses. However, many people do not fully understand what these two forms of care entail, including how they compare and differ. With this article, we hope to answer […]
The Role of Death Doulas in Enhancing Hospice Care at Sonder
At Sonder Hospice, we are committed to providing holistic care that honors the emotional, spiritual, and physical needs of our patients. One way we fulfill this mission is through our volunteer death doula program, which aligns closely with our support for the International Doula Life Movement. Death doulas, also known as end-of-life doulas, are specially […]
Pain Management in Hospice: Best Practices from Sonder Hospice
Pain Management in Hospice: Best Practices from Sonder Hospice At Sonder Hospice, we understand the profound importance of effectively managing pain for our patients. Pain management is a cornerstone of our holistic approach to hospice care, ensuring that patients can spend their final days in comfort and dignity. In this blog post, we will explore […]
Wound Care Management for Hospice Patients
It is vital that hospice clinicians have the knowledge and skills to provide effective wound care management for their patients. Sonder focuses on two key strategies for managing wounds for our hospice patients: prevention and treatment. Prevention Strategies Preventing wounds from occurring or worsening in hospice patients can help reduce pain, promote healing, and improve […]
How Sonder Hospice Helps Advanced Dementia
While hospice care is often thought of as end-of-life care for terminal illnesses, the services offered by hospice can also greatly benefit those with advanced dementia. Hospice teams provide expert support in managing symptoms and complications related to the disease, including eating and swallowing difficulties or infections. In addition, they offer emotional and spiritual support […]
How We Help Physician Practices
As a provider of specialized hospice care, Sonder is dedicated to partnering with physician practices in providing the best possible outcomes for advanced illness patients. Our care plans are developed with input from attending physicians and routinely updated to ensure that all parties involved have the most current information on the patient’s condition. Our staff […]
Hospice Is a Solution for Assisted Living Residents
Hospice care allows residents in assisted living facilities to receive specialized medical, emotional, and spiritual support for advanced illnesses or end-of-life circumstances. In fact, many Assisted Living Communities require residents with advanced illness or nearing the end of life to be discharged to higher levels of care. Hospice can provide this level of care within […]
The Benefits of Hospice in Nursing Homes and Assisted Living
Working with Sonder, nursing facilities can experience improved quality of care for their residents and better overall performance. Our clinical expertise and knowledge of regulations allow us to seamlessly integrate hospice services into the facility environment. Our individualized care plans and regular team visits ensure that each resident receives the proper medication, supplies, and durable […]
What are the Differences between Palliative and Hospice Care?
Palliative care and hospice care are often confused because they both provide comfort and relief from pain and symptoms. However, there are some key differences between the two services that you should be aware of. Palliative care is provided alongside curative treatment, while hospice care is given to patients who have decided against further treatment […]
How to Choose the Right Hospice
When a loved one has been given a terminal diagnosis and it becomes clear that cure is no longer the focus of their care, hospice can provide essential support for them to remain at home. However, not all hospices are created equal. Here are some factors to consider when selecting a hospice for your loved […]