The decision of whether or not a hospice patient should receive oral or IV nutrition is based on the patient's condition and quality of life.
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The decision of whether or not a hospice patient should receive oral or IV nutrition is based on the patient's condition and quality of life.
A list of the reasons why the Medicare Hospice Benefit needs to be reformed for our citizens can spend their final days in comfort and peace.
Connecticut Hospice housekeeping staff find fulfillment in their work and are integral to the service we provide our patients and families.
Charitable donations are essential to meet the costs of services not covered by Medicare/Medicaid and to cover the rising costs of labor, goods and services.
Hospice social workers provide many services beyond counseling and emotional support. They help fulfill final wishes, plan events, and ease practical burdens.
Understanding the many rules that govern hospice care and hospice eligibility. A breakdown of Medicare Criterion.
Connecticut Hospice caregivers adapt to the COVID-19 crisis while maintaining excellence in care.
For the Caregivers, Families & Friends of Patients We Serve Please become familiar with this information to help ensure safe […]
Yale costume shop staff have spent the past three weeks making some 400 cloth masks for donation to Connecticut Hospice.
Connecticut Hospice takes non-COVID-19 patient overflow from hospitals experiencing a surge, and has received masks to help that effort.
For hospice patients receiving care at home, stress is a familiar burden - not just during a pandemic. Relaxation strategies from veteran caregivers.
Connecticut Hospice Director of Pharmacy serves as a preceptor for students from the UConn School of Pharmacy.
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.
A comprehensive breakdown of the differences between Palliative Care vs. Hospice Care. Which is better at what stage of illness and what are the cost differences?
The Hospice Plan of Care (POC) maps out the needs and services supplied to hospice patients and their caregivers.
A Comprehensive Breakdown of the Physical and Mental Signs for When Hospice Care is Appropriate.
During this time of pandemic, the mourning and grief of the bereaved are layered with the tremendous emotional impact of current circumstances. Survivors of one who has died in isolation due to pandemic restrictions, may feel not only profound grief but also trauma from their loved-one’s rapid decline, their inability to comfort them, and not being with them as they died.
Part 2 of the Connecticut Hospice's series on the Healing Power of Nature explores signs in the natural world that bring solace to the bereaved.
CTH & Branford Parks & Rec offer socially distanced Open Swim, Aquacise Classes, and Senior Swim, with views of Long Island Sound & free parking.
Supporting those in hardship and pain. The joy, emotional healing, and opening of hearts that comes from human togetherness.
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