by Nicholas McElhinney | Nov 3, 2024 | Blog
When facing the serious illness and death of a loved one, medical expenses are one more looming stressor for families. One reason people hesitate to call hospice is misinformation and understanding about who pays for hospice services and how those expenses are paid....
by Nicholas McElhinney | Oct 25, 2024 | Blog
By Cara Pace As the CEO of United Hospice, I watched with the rest of the nation as former President Jimmy Carter announced he had entered hospice care in February. It was a poignant moment that impacted us all. People began to prepare for what many assumed would be...
by Nicholas McElhinney | May 3, 2024 | Blog
Cara Pace, CEOMay 2, 2024 When Mary Anne decided to seek hospice care for Marie, a close family member who was developmentally delayed and living at a nearby facility for physically and mentally disabled individuals, she knew exactly where to go: the Joe Raso Hospice...
by Nicholas McElhinney | Oct 30, 2023 | Blog
By Dr. Domenic Monaco Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive disease causing over 15 million adults in the United States to struggle with impaired airflow, gasping for breath, coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness. These symptoms not only...
by Nicholas McElhinney | Oct 26, 2023 | Blog
By Dr. David Chmielewski Dementia is a term used to describe the loss of cognitive abilities that interfere with daily life, such as memory, language, and problem-solving. Dementia can manifest in various ways, such as difficulties with short-term memory, managing...
by Nicholas McElhinney | Sep 11, 2023 | Blog
By Dr. Domenic Monaco Hospice care emphasizes the quality of life and holistic support for individuals, particularly those grappling with advanced cancer. This approach has yielded remarkable benefits for patients, inclusive of reduced pain, lessened symptom burden,...
