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Ten Absolutes for Caregivers when caring for a loved one with Dementia or Alzheimer’s
Ten Absolutes for Caregivers when caring for a loved one with Dementia or Alzheimer’s

January 4, 2021 by Solace Hospice

Never argue, instead agree Never reason, instead divert Never shame, instead direct Never lecture, instead reassure Never say “remember,” instead reminisce Never say “I told you so,” instead repeat, regroup Never say “you can’t,” instead say “let’s do this” Never command or demand, instead ask or model Never condescend, instead encourage and praise Never force, […]

Who is a part of my hospice team?
Who is a part of my hospice team?

January 4, 2021 by Solace Hospice

Physician: The Hospice Medical Directors are responsible for developing a comprehensive medical care plan for each patient and ensuring that every member of the hospice team, caregivers, and the patient’s family, are knowledgeable of the care plan. Registered Nurse: The Hospice Nurses provide expert pain management and symptom control along with compassionate listening and counsel. They make […]

Thriving…In the Midst of Grief
Thriving…In the Midst of Grief

November 18, 2020 by Solace Hospice

Life circumstances are HARD! Sit with that for a minute. As hospice workers, we experience grief daily in our professional lives. We are allowed to enter into that sacred space with families as they say ‘good-bye’ to their loved ones. Our hope is to encourage, support, and remind them that the feelings you experience are […]