Caring for a Loved One with an Advanced Illness
Caring for someone suffering from a chronic or advanced illness can be very difficult.
Suddenly you become inundated with information and instructions. Everyone has a different opinion, but no one has the answer you want to hear. We understand.
MJHS Hospice is dedicated to guiding you through this process on your terms. The resources in this section are a compilation of questions frequently asked by caregivers. We hope that we can be a source of support and clarity during this challenging time.
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How Volunteers Can Help Caregivers
Providing hospice care is a team effort. And volunteers, along with their Volunteer Coordinators, are an integral part of this effort.
Social Workers–Breaking Barriers Since 1898
Social work has been a core discipline of MJHS Health System since its start in 1907. Social workers are an integral part of our interdisciplinary team, helping caregivers break barriers by providing support and connecting them to resources in the community.
Protecting Your Loved Ones From Heart Disease
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), also known as Heart Failure, is when your heart gets damaged and is not pumping enough blood to meet your body's needs. Learn more.
Getting On The Same Page. The Family Meeting.
As a caregiver, you may often feel responsible for making all the health care decisions for your relative who is ill. This feeling comes from the great sense of love and responsibility you have towards your loved one. Including family members in conversations about treatment and goals will help facilitate discussions with the health care team and get everyone on the same page.
Understanding Pediatric Hospice
Understanding Pediatric Hospice Can Be Confusing. We want to make it a bit easier by explaining what it is so you can understand what this kind of care includes and how it may benefit you and your ill child.
Top 5 Myths About Hospice Care
Hospice care is for patients with a condition that gives them less than six months to live. Read the top 5 myths people have about the treatment option.
The Difference Between Hospice and Palliative Care
We want the best for our loved ones. This is why knowing the difference between palliative and hospice care and understanding which meets your loved one’s preferences is useful. While there are many misconceptions, neither palliative nor hospice care necessarily prolongs life, nor do they hasten death. So, what is the difference between the two?
Is Hospice Care Right for Your Loved One with Dementia?
Hospice care is an excellent way to ensure someone with advanced dementia receives the comforting, specialized care they need. This article will help you understand your hospice care options. We aim to offer you the support you need while navigating this next stage in the care of your loved one.
Does Medicare Cover Hospice Care?
Does Medicare cover hospice care? It seems like a straightforward question. Unfortunately, many family members discover that it’s challenging to find a simple answer when they start researching the Medicare benefits their loved ones are entitled to. We hope we can help.
What to Say to a Loved One Who Is Dying
Hospice care can be an uncomfortable topic for many families. Find ways to ease the conversation with your loved ones today.