Eye on Health: A look at hospice care
Supporting families through hospice care
In addition to the care included in the hospice benefit, hospice care also provides additional support designed to assist with the physical, social, spiritual and emotional needs of patients and their families.
At MJHS, the death of a loved one does not end our concern for your family or those individuals closest. We recognize that grief and loss can impact lives long after a loved one has died. Our Creative Arts Therapy Program also employs specially trained and licensed music and art therapists to address the unique needs of children, adolescents and adults confronting loss. Learn More.
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Understanding hospice care
Over 1.5 million Americans receive hospice care each year. However, many myths and misconceptions keep people from taking advantage of hospice's valuable support for patients and their families.
Hospice care is dedicated to guiding families through the end-of-life process so families can spend their final days together in peace and comfort. Learn more about hospice care.
For more information, you can watch our video on Understanding Hospice Care.
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Culturally sensitive care at the end of life
In addition to the care included in the hospice benefit, hospice care also provides additional support designed to assist with the physical, social, spiritual and emotional needs of patients and their families.
We understand that each family has unique needs and sensitivities depending on their past experiences, family structure or religious beliefs. As clinicians, we are responsible for understanding and recognizing how these factors influence a patient's behaviors and preferences and how they impact decisions regarding their care.
Our deep understanding of different cultures allows us to tailor a plan of care for every patient and family. Learn More About Culturally Sensitive Care at the End of Life.
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Understanding pediatric hospice
A parent's emotions are indescribable when they first meet their newborn child and experience the joy of watching them grow up. Finding out your child is terminally ill amidst your dreams for their future can be a nightmare. Determining what type of care comes next can be overwhelming.
Parents of children with an illness often feel overwhelmed and overburdened with information. People throw around terms like "hospice" without defining them, making it difficult to absorb what it means. We want to make it a bit easier for you by explaining pediatric hospice care so you can understand what this kind of care includes and how it may benefit you and your child. Read more about pediatric hospice care.
Sponsored by MJHS Hospice.