The holiday season can be an especially difficult time for families with a loved one in hospice care. This is a time of year when we typically gather together and celebrate, but this may not be possible in your current situation. It’s important to remember that during this time, you are not alone. There are […]
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By having physicians and hospice care providers work together, communication is improved and issues can be addressed more quickly. This allows for timely referrals, and the ability to make decisions as a team ultimately benefits the patient. The shared knowledge and expertise of both parties leads to better outcomes and a higher quality of life
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Despite the common misconception that hospice care is only for those nearing the end of their life, it can greatly benefit individuals facing advanced illness. Not only does hospice provide comfort and support for the patient, but it also supplies durable medical equipment not typically covered by other healthcare plans. And even if a physician
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It is important to start hospice care before a crisis arises. By doing so, patients and their families can take advantage of all the support and services offered before they become too overwhelmed or exhausted. Additionally, starting hospice earlier allows for more time for difficult conversations and planning, such as identifying end-of-life wishes and making
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Grief is the normal and natural response to the loss of someone or something important to you. It is a natural part of life. Grief is a typical reaction to death, divorce, job loss, a move away from family and friends, or loss of good health due to illness. In general, grief makes room for
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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
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