by Nicholas McElhinney | Sep 1, 2023 | Blog
By David Chmielewski, MD, Medical Director As the Medical Director of United Hospice, I am intimately familiar with the unique challenges of managing heart conditions, particularly Congestive Heart Failure (CHF). Heart disease remains a potent threat to our health,...
by Nicholas McElhinney | May 25, 2021 | Blog
When people think of bucket lists, they often think of big items like travel or skydiving. But a bucket list can be more about personal goals, such as overcoming fears, reliving memories or making peace. And, in most cases, you can have fun and get happy along the...
by Nicholas McElhinney | May 23, 2021 | Blog
For many caregivers, “just make it through the day” is a resolution they make every morning. But only setting sights on short-term survival is a recipe for exhaustion. Caregivers, by definition, give, and rarely ever take, even when they need something. But you can...
by Nicholas McElhinney | May 21, 2021 | Blog
Grieving is part of living. It is a healthy and normal response to any loss. While people can go through the grieving process in different ways, saying goodbye to a loved one often involves connecting with others. We are all interconnected, and funerals, sitting shiva...
by Nicholas McElhinney | May 20, 2021 | Blog
Moving on doesn’t mean you’ve forgotten a loved one. That’s the message of this touching and inspiring TED talk by author and podcaster Nora McInery, who offers valuable and comforting insights about life after a loved one’s death. “A grieving person is going to...
by Nicholas McElhinney | May 19, 2021 | Blog
Families separated by long distances face unique challenges in caring for a loved one with a serious illness. Long-distance caregivers may be frustrated by their inability to participate in everyday care and may also feel guilty about letting those responsibilities...
