As one of the only Connecticut locations supporting both at-home dementia patients and their caregivers through the new federal GUIDE program, we are proud to be leading the way in helping families affected by dementia stay together.
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As one of the only Connecticut locations supporting both at-home dementia patients and their caregivers through the new federal GUIDE program, we are proud to be leading the way in helping families affected by dementia stay together.
Delirium management in hospice care involves identifying causes, providing relief through behavioral and medical interventions, and supporting families during end-of-life care.
Chosen for Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' Dementia Care Model, enhancing care coordination and support for dementia patients and caregivers.
Music has long been recognized for its ability to evoke emotions and memories, making it a powerful tool in therapeutic […]
Physician options under the Medicare Hospice Benefit. What is covered, and why many choose to have the personal attention of in-house hospice physicians.
A comprehensive guide to understanding skin changes at life's end. Learn causes, implications & strategies to alleviate distress and enhance quality of life.
Hospice patients inevitably draw on memory to communicate a sense of themselves.
Watch Town Hall with national expert on pandemics and public policy Professor Howard Forman - reducing risk in professional practice and personal lives during the pandemic.
Medical Director holds Haiku and "Beauty in Adversity" contests to boost staff morale. Viewers are invited to join the fun!
June 11, 2020, marked the 46th Anniversary of approval by the Connecticut Commission on Hospitals & Health Care to build the nation's 1st Hospice.
The Thank You Tour honored our frontline workers with Branford Firefighters at a waterside event
Dr Sten Vermund spoke to Connecticut Hospice staff in COVID-care Town Hall, on protections for workers & families, testing, & vaccines
International Year of the Nurse & Nurses Week at Connecticut Hospice. Sending a message of support.
Strategies for managing agitation in hospice care. Understanding medication challenges and treatment options, to help preserve the dignity of dementia patients.
Understanding the role of benzodiazepines for pain relief in hospice care: Benefits, risks, and ethical considerations in managing end-of-life symptoms.
Discover the distinctions between hospice and palliative care, their role in end-of-life support, medicare coverage, and compassionate patient stories.
Opioid Use for Hospice Care: Myths, Types, and Side Effects. Explore relief strategies for pain and breathlessness in serious illnesses.
Navigate Dementia Progression & Hospice Eligibility. Learn about FAST Score, Types of Dementia, & Compassionate Hospice Care. Expert insights for families.
A Connecticut Hospice Intern shares what she has learned about the kindness of hospice care and that Connecticut is a place of light, love and peace.
Hospice social workers provide many services beyond counseling and emotional support. They help fulfill final wishes, plan events, and ease practical burdens.
A guide for Hospice Patients and families, overviewing common considerations of hospice care and a framework for making decisions during an emotional time.
Hospice chaplains are trained medical-spiritual professionals supporting patients/families through end-of-life as an important component of comprehensive care.
Common concerns around hospice patients’ changes in food and liquid consumption. A guide on supporting your loved ones' nutrition at the end of life.
Common issues and frequently asked questions that arise in the course of providing home hospice care.
A breakdown of the difference between Medicare coverage for Palliative Care and Hospice Care and an explanation of the end-of-life care options so you can plan.
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