End of Life Issues

A collection of 180 posts

Cancer

Navigating the Journey: Balancing Treatment and Comfort in Cancer Palliative Care (Part 4)

Part 4 of 'Navigating the Journey' delves into balancing aggressive cancer treatment with palliative care. It highlights the importance of symptom management, informed decision-making, and enhancing life quality for patients and families in cancer care

Medical Conditions

Navigating Choices in Cancer Care: Balancing Life Quality and Treatment Goals

Explore crucial decisions in cancer care with "Navigating Choices in Cancer Care: Balancing Life Quality and Treatment Goals Part 3". Delve into palliative chemotherapy, transitioning to comfort care, and the role of palliative teams in enhancing life quality for patients facing terminal illnesses.

Grief Recovery

Demystifying Grief: Debunking Common Myths in the Journey Through Loss

Demystifying Grief: Debunking Common Myths in the Journey Through Loss" offers insightful guidance on understanding grief. It challenges misconceptions, explores the grieving process's complexities, and provides compassionate strategies for healing and support.

Grief Recovery

Navigating Through the Grief of Losing a Pet: Understanding and Healing

Our unique course with meditation can help you work through your grief and find resolution. Share your thoughts and feelings with others who understand the bond between humans and their pets.

Grief Recovery

Anticipatory Grief and Life After Loss

Explore anticipatory grief, experienced before the loss of a loved one, especially in terminal illness cases. It discusses symptoms, the role of mental health professionals, coping strategies, and the impact on physical and mental health, providing essential support and understanding.

End of Life Issues Featured

Why Does Heart Rate Increase at End of Life?

Introduction: Heart rate, sometimes referred to as pulse rate, is the number of times a person’s heart beats per minute. It is measured by feeling the pulse in the wrist, neck, or chest. A normal resting heart rate for adults is 60-100 beats per minute. At the end of

Grief Recovery

Grieving the Loss of a Grandparent

Our After Life Grief Recovery Program offers a unique and comprehensive course with meditation to help you on your grief journey. Join our Grief Recovery Room Support Group and consider taking our After Life- Grief Recovery Program for a comprehensive course on healing from your grief journey.

Podcast

Episode 3 – Pat Deegan RN – Advanced Planning: Understanding Advanced Directives and the Different Types of Advanced Directives

Tune in to Episode 3 of "Advanced Planning" as Diane Carbo and Pat Deegan explore the significance of advanced directives. Learn about the different types available and why ongoing conversations about end-of-life issues are essential.

Cancer

Understanding and Managing Cancer Treatment Side Effects: The Role of Palliative Care

Understanding and Managing Cancer Treatment Side Effects" explores the comprehensive management of side effects from cancer treatments. It emphasizes palliative care's importance in providing relief, emotional support, and improved quality of life for cancer patients.

Mental Health

How to Cope with Grief?

Grief is a difficult and complex emotion that can leave a person feeling overwhelmed and helpless. It is something that many of us will experience at some point in our lives, and it is important to understand how it works and how to cope with it in the best ways

Grief Discovery

Healing from Grief: Joining the Journey in the Grief Recovery Room

Embark on a journey of healing in the Grief Recovery Room, a supportive space designed for those coping with loss. Engage in meaningful activities, share memories, and connect with others to honor your loved one. Find comfort, understanding, and a path to healing in a community that cares.

Meet the Team

Meet Alycia Martel. Death Doula, End of Life Specialist and Care Giver Coach

A death doula, or end-of-life specialist, offers compassionate support and guidance to individuals and families facing the end of life. They assist with emotional care, planning, and navigating the complexities of dying, ensuring a dignified and personalized experience.

Mental Health

How to Help Someone with Grief?

Grief is an intense emotion that can leave someone feeling helpless and overwhelmed. It is a difficult process and no two people handle it in the same way. This guide is designed to provide readers with an understanding of what grief is, and helpful steps to take when trying to

End of Life Issues

Understanding Assisted Suicide: Definitions, Debates, and Developments

Explore the intricate facets of assisted suicide, including its definitions, ethical debates, and legal developments. Understand the balance between patient autonomy and societal ethics in the evolving discourse on end-of-life choices.

Grief Recovery

Grieving the Loss of a Friend: Understanding the Intricacies of Love and Friendship

Explore the complexities of grieving a friend's loss, blending the nuances of love and friendship. Understand the emotional journey, the impact of deep connections, and the healing process in navigating this unique grief, underlining the significance of both love and friendship.

Grief Recovery

Grieving the Loss of a Sibling: Navigating Through the Heartache

Explore the unique journey of grieving a sibling's loss. Understand the stages of grief, the emotional and physical impact, and the importance of creating an enduring connection. Find solace in recognizing personal grief paths and learn healthy coping strategies for this profound experience

Grief Discovery

Navigating the Complex Journey of Mental Healing Understanding the Grieving Process

Explore mental healing from grief with 'Navigating the Complex Journey of Mental Healing: Understanding and Overcoming Grief.' This guide offers insights into managing loss through active listening, acknowledging pain, and self-care practices, helping find new well-being after loss.

End of Life Issues

How Long do People Stay in Hospice?

Hospice is a form of end-of-life care that focuses on providing both physical and emotional support to people who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness. It helps provide comfort to those facing the end of life while striving to maintain the highest quality of life possible. Hospice is a

End of Life Issues

What to Say to Someone in Hospice?

Communicating with someone in hospice can be a daunting experience. After all, what do you say to someone who is facing the end of their life? Speaking to a loved one in hospice may evoke strong emotions and it can be difficult to know the right words to use. The

Grief Recovery

Coping with Grief During the Holidays My Story

So you struggle with grief or sadness over the holidays? Do you feel out of sync with others because you miss your lost loved ones? Coping with grief during the holidays is common. You are not alone. Here are some tips and strategies to help you deal with your grief

End of Life Issues

What is Palliative Care vs Hospice?

Introduction When it comes to end-of-life care, most people are familiar with the terms palliative care and hospice. But do you know what each of these types of care actually involve? In this guide, we’ll explore the differences between palliative care and hospice so you can make an informed

End of Life Issues

Physician Assisted Suicide? Rational Suicide? What You Need to Know

A recent study in the JAMA Internal Medicine reexamines the debate around rational suicide and the extension of physician-assisted suicide for those with chronic or irreversible illnesses. Explore the ethical and moral considerations of this complex topic.

End of Life Issues

Can You Have Both a Will and a Living Trust?

Introduction to Wills vs Living Trusts When it comes to estate planning, two of the most important documents you can create are a will and a living trust. Both of these documents are critical components of any comprehensive estate plan and can provide you with many legal and financial benefits.

End of Life Issues

What is a Living Trust vs Will?

Introduction A living trust and a will are both legal documents that allow individuals to control how their assets are handled in the event of their death. The main purpose of both a will and a living trust is to ensure that an individual’s wishes are carried out and

End of Life Issues

How Much is Long Term Care Insurance?

Introduction to Long-Term Care Insurance As you plan for the future, it's important to consider long-term care insurance. Long-term care insurance is a form of insurance that provides coverage for individuals who require assistance and specialized care due to an accident, illness or disability. This type of insurance