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Hospice

Transition from home health to hospice care

home health and hospice

Home health care is a valuable resource for seniors and families. Home health is healthcare provided in the home by a nurse, physical, occupational or speech therapist (or a combination of providers) to help loved ones during an injury, illness or chronic health condition. When an elderly loved one stops progressing while under the care […]

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Answering Common Questions About Hospice Care

when does my love one need hospice

It’s never easy to speak with aging parents about important decisions that need to be made if or when they are unable to care for themselves. The beginning of the new year could be a good time to bring up the subject along with any other healthcare goals for your family. Adding the possibility for […]

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Hospice myth: Hospice is only for cancer patients

is hospice only for cancer patients

Families seeking hospice care for a loved one often ask, is hospice only for cancer patients? The simple answer is no, hospice is not only for cancer patients. Rather, hospice is for anyone with an illness that is expected to live for six months or less. At Blue Water Homecare and Hospice, we provide end-of-life […]

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The Blue Water Difference

Jennifer Prescott

Choosing a hospice care provider can be a daunting task. While most hospices provide the same services in accordance with Medicare regulations, there are still differences among providers that should be considered. To ensure your loved one receives compassionate care from a reputable hospice provider, first check for state licensing and accreditation. Then, we encourage […]

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What is the role of a chaplain in hospice care?

chaplain hospice care

When a loved one enters hospice care, they are cared for by a team of specialists that includes doctors, nurses, social workers, and religious representatives. At Blue Water Hospice Care, we collaborate with many healthcare and spiritual professionals to serve the comprehensive needs of our families during this difficult and emotional time, and we are […]

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Offering Comfort with Hospice Care

hospice comfort care

Individuals and their families who have elected to enter hospice for their final days often require a great deal of support in terms of physical, emotional, and spiritual care. The caregivers who are looking after them also need a generous helping of comfort through this process. Blue Water Hospice care provides experienced professionals to manage, […]

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When to Consider Hospice Care [Infographic]

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Why do people wait to seek hospice care?

Why do people wait to seek hospice care?

Research shows that many people with a loved one eligible for hospice do not seek care at all or wait until it is too late to truly benefit from this end-of-life support. Approximately 1.5 million Americans receive hospice care each year with the goal being to improve their quality of life (and that of their […]

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