Estate Planning - Planning for Your Golden Years Jun 2, 2009
Long term care insurance, depending on the coverage, may pay for home care, assisted living, adult daycare, respite care, hospice care, nursing home and Alzheimer's facilities. Some policies may even pay for a visiting or live-in caregiver, companion, housekeeper, therapist or private duty nurse. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Obituary: Dorothy Brown Jun 2, 2009
Memorial donations may be made to Epoch Hospice Care, 615 Heath St., Chestnut Hill, MA 02467. For online guest book, visit joycefuneralhome. (Newton Tab, MA)
JIM DODSON: The Return of Old Rufus May 31, 2009
For someone who had no affinity for cats, disliked them in fact, I'd become a feline Hospice care worker. One winter night while my wife was away, Wex curled up under my arm in bed. (The Pilot Newspaper)
How a daughter talks to her dad May 30, 2009
While we've always been gadget crazed, the high-tech spree began after the hospital sent her home to die under hospice care. My father upgraded every possible device to provide comfort and make life easier. (CNN)
Chemed sees growth in acquisitions May 30, 2009
Vitas, the company s hospice care segment, especially has a big opportunity to grow through acquisitions, said Kevin McNamara, Chemed s CEO. Its market share is now 8 percent. The hospice sector continues to be dominated by small, relatively inefficient nonprofit organizations, he said. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Kondracke: Congress Should Aid ‘Good Death’ Like My Mother’s May 28, 2009
This column is a tribute to her example of living and also a public policy tribute to the manner of her death, in hospice care. LOG IN NOT A SUBSCRIBER. (Roll Call)
Janice Peters May 28, 2009
The family would like to thank the entire staff at Liberty Village Nursing Home in Princeton and VITAS Hospice Care for the extraordinary care and compassion they showed Jan and her family during a very difficult time. We are forever grateful to all of you. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Hospice care under-used by many terminally ill patients, study finds May 26, 2009
Through focusing on the patient rather than the disease, individuals can spend the last weeks of their lives in an environment where hospice caregivers minimize their pain, maximize their comfort, and provide bereavement services for loved ones and family members ... In general, the longer patients expected to live after their diagnosis, the less likely they were to have explored hospice care with their doctor ... "When these treatments are no longer working, their doctors have an important role... (EurekAlert!)
Around Your Town community events May 25, 2009
Valor Hospice Care will have a Service of Remembrance, at 2 p.m. on Sunday at Faith Presbyterian Church, 2053 E. Choctaw Drive. The event is to honor people s loved ones who have passed away. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Around Your Town May 23, 2009
Valor Hospice Care will have a Service of Remembrance, at 2 p.m. on May 31 at Faith Presbyterian Church, 2053 E. Choctaw Drive. The event is to honor people s loved ones who have passed away. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Patient's rights advocate fights to die in hospice care May 22, 2009
Late last year she halted hospitalizations and instead opted for home hospice care, which manages pain and emotional needs, but offers no curative treatments ... Hooked up to a portable oxygen tank, and often gasping for air, Chamberlin says this battle doesn't make sense; hospice care is not only her preference, it will cost her insurance company less ... The experience, she said, persuaded her father to choose home hospice care six years ago as he rapidly declined from congestive heart... (Boston Globe)
Northeast HomeCare appoints Wenham resident intake coordinator May 21, 2009
She also worked in hospice care for five years. She was most recently the clinical manager for VNA Hospice Care in Woburn, where she coordinated end-of-life services for patients in homes, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, group homes and assisted living communities. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Your views: Political punches May 21, 2009
Just look for an increase in hospice care. It is already too late to listen to what he says. (Florida Today)
Health fair in Neeses Saturday May 21, 2009
In addition to the RMC, participants include Clemson Extension Service, Helping Hands Outreach Ministry, Hospice Care of Tri-County, the South Carolina Kidney Foundation, Veteran's Services, Child Evangelism Fellowship, dentist Dr. Craig Draffin, Compassion In Action, Citizens Against Sexual Assault, victims' advocates from the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office, Neeses Volunteer Fire Department, R&J Drugs and Affordable In-Home Care. Putting people in touch with agencies that can help them... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Keith Fulton Jr. May 20, 2009
At the family s request in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. Fulton s Memory to: The American Cancer Society 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701 or to: VNA Hospice Care, Inc. 100 Sylvan Rd. Woburn, MA 01801. Loading commenting interface. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Deborah Sullivan, 60, expertly helped the elderly May 19, 2009
She had a background in hospice care and wanted to pursue jobs in the field of aging. Someone suggested contacting Ms. Sullivan, then a Sunrise official. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Kaleidoscopes enthrall S-O students May 18, 2009
She informed the students that kaleidoscopes are hused at children's hospitals, physical therapy and hospice care. She urged future collectors to never spend money that is needed for groceries and life's necessities. (Ocheyedan Press Melvin News, IA)
Battle is on to allow sufferers to end life May 17, 2009
From the moment he was diagnosed, the family said, Wallace refused even to go into hospice care. "When he retired in '94, he said, 'I bought this bed, and I will die in this bed,' " said his daughter-in-law, Ginny Wallace. (Boston Globe)
Jean Harris Moore May 16, 2009
The family also thanks Jean s church family for their love and support as well as Hospice Care of Nash. Jean is survived by one sister, Mary Leigh H. Summers of Greensboro; her sisters-in-law, Christine Moore of Scotland Neck and Dallas M. Turner of Rocky Mount; her brothers-in-law, Oscar Moore and his wife, Shirley, of Greenville, Tommy Rufty of Scotland Neck and Bob Harrison and his wife, Gail, of Simpsonville, S.C.; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Challenges, changes give UW-L student different perspective on physical therapy May 16, 2009
At about 10 months, the infant ended up in hospice care. That was a bad year, said Rowan, 38, of rural Sparta. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
New grads, career-changers find security, flexibility and meaning in massage industry May 15, 2009
"Some of our grads have worked in hospice care, providing therapy to both patients and their caregivers, while others work in hospital oncology, maternity or post-natal care departments.". "We've even had graduates who traveled to Antarctica on contract to provide massage therapy at scientific outposts for the 'summer' months in Antarctica," Boon says. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Chemed receives Dept. of Justice subpoena May 15, 2009
Cincinnati-based Chemed (NYSE: CHE) operates two subsidiaries: Vitas hospice care and its Roto Rooter plumbing and drain cleaning unit. Reader Comments. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Encounter Center event supports hospice care in HIV/AIDS pandemic May 14, 2009
He and Jennifer credit Hospice care with adding great dignity to the end of Elizabeth's life. Admission and all programs are free. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
In Brief: Lincoln Lutheran to add hospice care May 12, 2009
RACINE Lincoln Lutheran of Racine s board of directors has voted to add hospice care and hired a director for that program. Hospice of Lincoln Lutheran will provide a full range of end-of-life services to Lincoln Lutheran residents. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Dennis C. McGuire May 11, 2009
As per Dennis s request there will be no funeral services, but friends may honor his memory by contributing to either Hospice Care Inc. or to the Eugene M. Cole Masonic Center in Farmington. Arrangements are under the direction of Cozean Memorial Chapel, obituary and on-line condolences at www. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Teacher's Union Fights Budget Cuts May 9, 2009
Its a misuse and a misappropriation of stimulus aid funds," said John Pavone, Rochester Teachers Association Treasurer. Brizard declined to comment on camera. In a statement he said, Our budget reflects a wise use of one time federal funds to minimize the funding cliff resulting from a longstanding structural deficit and dramatically reduced foundation aid. The sustainable investments supported by these funds will help us track and support highly qualified and effective teachers,... (R News)
Program Focuses on Mental Health May 8, 2009
We had a sleepover party and that was fun," Brandenburg said. Her mom hopes it is something that continues when Emma becomes a teenager. "You got to catch it early," Brandenburg stated. The Primary Project has been so successful that it is now in 24 of the Rochester City School Districts 36 elementary schools. About 180 schools in New York State have picked up the program. cjb/ay Print Friendly Version Tuesday's tragedy in Canandaigua is a reminder that teen suicide continues to be a serious... (R News)
City School Budget Passes May 8, 2009
We're cutting arts, music, literacy and mathematics and I don't think that's the way to go," said Allen Williams, RCSD board member. The budget goes before city council for its approval. ajl/ay Print Friendly Version Tuesday's tragedy in Canandaigua is a reminder that teen suicide continues to be a serious problem. The warning signs are tough to recognize particularly in a school setting where even experts say not enough attention is paid to a child's mental health. Students from Canandaigua... (R News)
RCSD: Historic Gains in Test Scores May 8, 2009
" Brizard says the news isn't all good. He says although more students are reaching level three in ELA, not enough make it to level four. The gap is closing, but Brizard says more work needs to be done. mrh/ay Print Friendly Version Tuesday's tragedy in Canandaigua is a reminder that teen suicide continues to be a serious problem. The warning signs are tough to recognize particularly in a school setting where even experts say not enough attention is paid to a child's mental health. Students from... (R News)
Search Active for Missing Chili Teen May 8, 2009
So it's a double-edged sword, so it helps and hurts," Knipes said. North Carolina's CUE Center for Missing Persons also plans to use cadaver dogs to search the area later this week. Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry has also offered a $1,000 reward for information on Drexel's disappearance. ajl/ay Print Friendly Version Tuesday's tragedy in Canandaigua is a reminder that teen suicide continues to be a serious problem. The warning signs are tough to recognize particularly in a school setting where... (R News)
Church columnists: May 6, 2009 May 7, 2009
Frank Kilgore is very ill and has hospice care. Roy Neal is still improving with therapies. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Residents Rally for School Budgets May 5, 2009
Seniors who can not imagine their future with out Medicaid and hospice care stand with teachers who say their future is just as bleak with even larger classroom numbers. "Imagine 38 students in my classroom crammed sho 00001249 ulder to shoulder sitting around tables. Not enough tables, not enough chairs, and they are eager to learn with nothing in their background," said one teacher. (KLAS-TV)
Obituaries for Tuesday, May 5, 2009 May 5, 2009
Ken s family would like to offer a special thank you to the doctors and staff of Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and the staff of 4 Center, also the hospice care staff, home instead senior care and the Eagle Crest staff for all the help and support. Burton F. Morris. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Salter HealthCare supports Lahey Clinics Womens Health Forum May 4, 2009
that provides skilled nursing services in its three facilities to patients requiring rehabilitation, subacute, respite, and hospice care. Winning Farm in Winchester, Salter HealthCare s newest facility, is currently under construction. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
VNCH to hold golf tournament May 1, 2009
Proceeds will benefit VNCH s new Hospice Care program. The event will begin at 6:30 a.m. with registration and a continental breakfast. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Vern Gosdin, country singer known as 'The Voice', at 74 Apr 30, 2009
Michael Illobre, funeral director at Mount Olivet Funeral Home in Nashville, said yesterday that Mr. Gosdin was under hospice care and died late Tuesday at an area hospital. The singer's administrative assistant, Dawn Hall, said Mr. Gosdin had a history of strokes and suffered the latest one a few weeks ago. (Boston Globe)
Country singer Vern Gosdin dies at age 74 Apr 30, 2009
Gosdin was under hospice care and died late Tuesday at an area hospital ... Michael Illobre, funeral director at Mount Olivet Funeral Home in Nashville, said Wednesday that Gosdin was under hospice care and died late Tuesday at an area hospital. (MSNBC -- News)
Local calendar April 30 edition Apr 29, 2009
Hospice Care, Inc., a nonprofit organization serving patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families, runs bereavement support groups throughout the year. Groups available in Arlington, Belmont, Lexington, Bedford, Winchester, Woburn, Wilmington, Burlington, Tewksbury, Billerica, Malden, Medford, Melrose, Stoneham, Wakefield, Reading, North Reading, Lynnfield, Everett. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Watertown business notes Apr 28, 2009
McKenna serves on the board of the Arlington Boys and Girls Club and is a past president of both the Arlington Kiwanis Club and Arlington Hospice Care ... Working with Tufts Health Plan, which has been accredited by the National Committee for Quality Assurance since 1999 and has ranked second in the nation for its commercial plans three years in a row, helps to further Circle of Caring at Hospice of the Good Shepherd s mission to provide quality hospice care to people in its community by... (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Valor HospiceCare graduates newly-trained volunteers Apr 28, 2009
The seven graduates, Janet Dworsky, Doris Weaver, John Faust, Robyn Heffelfinger, Judith Ingram Barbara Middleton and Susan Speicher, completed Valor s 30-hour training program and are now ready to assist those needing hospice care. Hospice volunteers are a valuable component of the compassionate care that Valor HospiceCare offers to people in our communities, said Jolleen Gray, Valor s program director. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Hospice of Highland Rim changes name Apr 18, 2009
Hospice of Highland Rim, which provides hospice care in the Nashville-area, has changed its name to Hospice Compassus. Company officials say the name better reflects the community-wide hospice work the company performs. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
New push in Ariz. for medical marijuana Apr 18, 2009
He was under hospice care and on morphine. But he still suffered. (AZCentral -- News)
Companion Robots To Improve Elderly People’s Quality Of Life In Smart Homes Apr 17, 2009
28, 2007) Elderly nursing home residents receive relatively few cancer care services, including screening, surgical treatment, or hospice care, according to a study published online December 25 in the Journal. (Apr. (Science Daily)
Woman's Best Friend: Dog Saves Her Life Apr 17, 2009
As a supervisor for Barnes-Jewish Hospice Care, Phillips meets regularly with other nurses like Pat Harlan, but Pat's the only one who always brings her dog, Jacque-Pierre, a seven-year-old Malti-poo (a Maltese poodle hybrid). "All the girls love him. He gets a lot of attention," said Harlan. (W-USA News, DC)
Catherine Jacobson, 80 Apr 17, 2009
Last Updated on Thursday, Apr 16, 2009 - 03:07:09 pm CDT. Published/Last Modified on Thursday, April 16, 2009 3:07 PM CDT. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
GBMC HealthCare invests $500K toward nursing education Apr 16, 2009
GBMC HealthCare is the parent company that operates as well as , a group of physician practices, and Gilchrist Hospice Care. GBMC s funds will go to nursing programs at , the Community College of Baltimore County, and. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Obituaries for Thursday, April 16, 2009 Apr 16, 2009
BLAIR Elsie Mae Breska, 71, of rural Blair died Wednesday, April 15, 2009, in Hernando-Pasco Hospice Care Center, New Port Richey, Fla ... HOLMEN Marian Mieden, 81, of Holmen died Sunday, March 29, 2009, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center Hospice Care, La Crosse. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Local AIDS Hospice May Lose Its Home Apr 15, 2009
"But this haven will disappear if RR doesn't raise $68,000 in the next two weeks.April 26 is the deadline for RR to raise $90,000 or be evicted.RR director Audrey Chavez said losing the hospice home would mean a huge step backward for Bakersfield.Chavez said, "Our people with AIDS have been discriminated against and they have had to go without hospice care. Too many people have had to die without that resource and so we can't go backwards as a county. (KERO 23, CA)
A story of love that transcends life itself Apr 15, 2009
"She'd been going through a lot of stress lately," Decker said, including last week when she took her new husband to St. Mary's Hospital in Troy and placed him in hospice care. On Thursday, the couple will be mourned by family and friends at a double funeral at Our Lady of Fatima Church in Schenectady. (Albany Times Union)
Robert S. Merickel Apr 14, 2009
And to honor his wife who received hospice care at the end of her life from Northern Wisconsin Home Care, he sat with patients to allow for the caregiver to leave the home for a few hours. He developed friendships with everyone he interacted with on a regular basis. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Virginia E. Brown-Sippy Apr 14, 2009
Updated Apr 13, 2009 - 10:18:14 CDT. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
VNCH seeking volunteers for new program Apr 14, 2009
Visiting Nurse and Community Health (VNCH), which provides services in Wilmington, is seeking volunteers for its new hospice care program. VNCH s hospice care strives to honor the philosophy of Dame Cicely Saunders, the founder of hospice, who said, You matter to the last moment of your life and we will do all we can, not only to help you die peacefully, but to live until you die ... VNCH s hospice care serves 22 communities in eastern Massachusetts, and makes every effort to place volunteers... (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Dungeons & Dragons co-creator dies at 61 Apr 12, 2009
Arneson's daughter, Malia Weinhagen, said her father died peacefully Tuesday in hospice care in St. Paul. Arneson and Gary Gygax developed Dungeons & Dragons in 1974 using medieval characters and mythical creatures. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Co-creator of Dungeons & Dragons dies Apr 12, 2009
Arneson s daughter, Malia Weinhagen of Maplewood, said her father died peacefully Tuesday in hospice care in St. Paul. "> Curious? Search ScoutPA. lect> Your online website and business directory. Daily American Archive Search Search for an Event Search our Classifieds Co-creator of Dungeons ns dies Rating: 0 Friday, April 10, 2009 2:02 PM EDT MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Dave Arneson, one of the co-creators of the Dungeons ns fantasy game and a pioneer of role-playing entertainment, died after a two-year... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
FDA reconsiders painkiller for dying Apr 11, 2009
The reversal was welcomed by experts in hospice care and pain relief. Dr. Diane Meier, director of the Center to Advance Palliative Care at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York, called Thursday s decision fabulous. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
FDA Reversal OKs Morphine Painkiller for Dying Apr 11, 2009
The reversal was welcomed by experts in hospice care and pain relief. One doctors group had told the FDA that last week's order would "cause extreme suffering for many patients who are nearing the end of life.". (Time.com)
FDA reversal keeps painkiller on market Apr 10, 2009
Decision welcomed by experts in hospice care and pain relief ... The reversal was welcomed by experts in hospice care and pain relief. (MSNBC -- Health)
Viewpoint: The truth about support groups Apr 9, 2009
Myth: My loved one didn t receive hospice care, so I can t attend. Quite the opposite CGH services are open to anyone who has experienced a loss. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Esther Schartner Apr 8, 2009
We would also like to thank the Tieszen Memorial Home and Compassionate Hospice Care for the wonderful care they gave Mom. Also thank you to Pastor Troy Weiland, Rev. Dale Ras and Rev. James Koller for helping with the prayer service and memorial service. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Marshfield non-profit Baring Gifts, Inc. is disbanding Apr 8, 2009
Shea said the group helped individuals suffering from critical or long-term illnesses and donated things like Hospice care, transportation, gift cards for food and gas, help with utilities, housecleaning, flowers, books, meals, yoga classes, tuition for summer camp, toys, Christmas items and even a drum set for a little boy. We gave whatever we thought would alleviate their hardships. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Marlborough congregation blesses prayer shawls for hospice patients Apr 7, 2009
The Rev. Elizabeth Waters, along with parishioners at the First Church in Marlborough, Congregational, holds high handcrafted prayer shawls and lap robes to be blessed before distribution to individuals in hospice care as well as others in need of comfort. Marlborough congregation blesses prayer shawls for hospice patients. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer from Fla. dies Apr 6, 2009
Morabito's health had been declining and he was in hospice care, the Florida Times-Union reported. His dramatic photograph tagged "Kiss of Life" by a Jacksonville Journal copy editor, appeared in newspapers around the world in 1967. (Anchorage Daily News)
The Recession's Impact: Closing The Clinic Apr 6, 2009
Never once did any doctor even tell me that I had the option of just refusing treatment and going onto hospice care and just dying at home - even though, behind my back, they were (likely covering their *****) telling my parents that I had a very low chance of survival. I think most of the doctors kind of had the attitude of "here's a nice piece of young meat, we'll stuff him into the grinder and it will hurt him like h e l l but he will come out of it" In other words, I was young, had a shot at... (CBS News)
Terminally ill woman wants right to die Apr 5, 2009
"Janet is in hospice care right now and is in the state that experts refer to as actively dying.' " Kathryn Tucker, one of the lawyers who argued the Baxter case, reassured Montana physicians that they are protected under the court's ruling. "Willing providers should feel safe in honoring their qualified patients' decisions," Tucker said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Downtown business to close doors, focus on swap meet sales Apr 5, 2009
RTA has been providing hospice care for patients and their families in the Yuma area for the past four years. The address and phone number of 344-6100 will remain the same. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
