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What Should the Goals for End of Life Include?

End of Life Issues

What Should the Goals for End of Life Include?

End of life care includes planning for how you and your loved ones will be cared for at the end of your life. It is an important but oftentimes neglected process. With careful planning and consideration, you can ensure that you will receive the care you want, when you need

What is Grief?

Grief affects everyone in different ways. The journey through grief can be complex and difficult to understand, and it often takes some time before people are able to cope and accept what has happened. In this guide, we will explore what grief is, the physical and mental emotions associated with

What Hospice Does Not Tell You?

End of Life Issues

What Hospice Does Not Tell You?

When a loved one is facing serious illness or nearing the end of life, hospice care is an important option to consider. It is a unique form of medical care that provides comfort and support for those individuals and their families. This guide will help readers understand what hospice care

What Does End of Life Medication Do?

End of Life Issues

What Does End of Life Medication Do?

End-of-life medications are often a difficult subject to discuss, yet their purpose is essential to understanding and providing appropriate care for those approaching the end of life. End-of-life medications are medications prescribed to ease physical, emotional, and psychological suffering for people facing terminal illnesses or life-limiting conditions. End-of-life medications are

How to Get over Grief?

How to Get over Grief?

Grief is a natural and necessary emotion. It is an emotionally painful experience, which follows the loss of someone or something that we deeply care about. Although the grief process is different for everyone, it is essential to acknowledge our feelings and move through the emotions in order to heal.

How to Handle Grief?

How to Handle Grief?

Grief is an unavoidable part of life. It can be a deep and overwhelming experience that affects all parts of our lives. While mourning a loss or big life change, we may feel overwhelmed, sad, angry, lonely, confused, and anxious. It's important to remember that these feelings are completely normal

What Does Bargaining Mean in Grief?

What Does Bargaining Mean in Grief?

Introduction to Grief Bargaining Grief is an incredibly difficult emotion, and it is important to understand its various forms and expressions. One such form of grief can be described as ""bargaining"". This involves a situation in which a person will attempt to use negotiation or manipulation when dealing with the

How to Process Grief?

How to Process Grief?

Introduction Grief is an emotion that can be experienced on many levels and for many reasons. It is a reaction to the loss of something or somebody important, and is often accompanied by feelings of sadness, anger, loneliness, confusion and despair. Grief is a very individual experience, and no two

What Does Grief Feel Like?

What Does Grief Feel Like?

What is Grief? Grief is a natural response to loss. It is the emotion we feel when something or someone we love is taken away. Grief can come from the death of a loved one, the end of a marriage or relationship, the loss of a job or a move

Is Grief An Emotion?

Is Grief An Emotion?

Grief is an emotion that affects us all at some point in our lives. It is a natural response to loss and includes intense feelings of sadness, loneliness, and despair. Grief is a unique experience for each individual and there can be no universal solution for how to cope with

What is Bargaining Stage of Grief?

End of Life Issues

What is Bargaining Stage of Grief?

Grieving is a natural process that everyone, at one point or another, will experience in their life. It is a complex experience that has no time limit or one-size-fits-all approaches. One of the most common models used to understand the stages of grief is the Kubler-Ross Model, which outlines five

What does the Bible say about Grief?

What does the Bible say about Grief?

Grief is an emotion that everyone experiences at some point in their lives. It can be extremely difficult to process these emotions, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and lost in a sea of confusion. But what does the Bible say about grief? In this guide, we will look at how the

What is Complicated Grief?

What is Complicated Grief?

Grief is a natural response to the loss of a loved one, and it’s something that everyone experiences in their own way and at their own pace. Complicated grief is a disorder that can result from extreme, prolonged or unresolved grieving. It is a type of emotional distress that

How to Deal with the Grief of Losing a Parent?

How to Deal with the Grief of Losing a Parent?

Introduction For many, the loss of a parent feels like the end of the world. Grief can be an incredibly difficult emotion to process and overcome. But with the right understanding, support, and tools, it is possible to learn how to deal with grief when facing the death of a

Devastating Grief Myths and How To Combat Them - Part 1

Devastating Grief Myths and How To Combat Them - Part 1

Grief is a complex and difficult process that can be made even harder by the myths and misconceptions surrounding it. Learn how to combat these myths and find the support you need to cope with the loss of a loved one.

Nurturing Resilience: A Journey Through Hurt, Gratitude, and Self-Care

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Nurturing Resilience: A Journey Through Hurt, Gratitude, and Self-Care

In this column, Diane Carbo shares her experience of grieving the loss of her father and the self-care practices she has implemented to cope with the hurt and sadness. She also reflects on the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia and the importance of forgiveness and self-preservation.

A Daughter's Tribute: Love, Compassion, and an Unbreakable Bond

Caregiver Stories

A Daughter's Tribute: Love, Compassion, and an Unbreakable Bond

In this heartfelt tribute, a caregiver reflects on the lessons and growth that came from caring for a loved one in their last years. Through his suffering and need for care, she learned about compassion, dignity, and grace, and was brought closer to her family.

Debunking Devastating Grief Myths: A Journey to Healing and Hope

Debunking Devastating Grief Myths: A Journey to Healing and Hope

Grief and loss after the death of a loved one is a natural process. Intense feelings of sadness and loss are completely normal. Healthy grieving is different for everyone. There is no right or wrong way to grieve. Let us help you understand the grieving process.

Upon death, ’91 note found: ‘I might have to live in a hospital’

Upon death, ’91 note found: ‘I might have to live in a hospital’

A son reflects on the passing of his father, who suffered from Pick's Disease, and the struggles they faced navigating America's long-term care system for the elderly.

A Time for Grieving and Healing, A Caregiver's Story

Faith In Caregiving

A Time for Grieving and Healing, A Caregiver's Story

Healthy grieving is an invaluable process that encourages us to face the emotional symptoms of loss and grief. The grieving process is an overwhelming and natural part of life.

The Most Devastating Myths Of Grief and How to Combat Them #4

The Most Devastating Myths Of Grief and How to Combat Them #4

Our program, created by experienced RN care manager Diane Carbo and grief coach Fiona Living well, offers techniques and strategies to make your grief journey more bearable and reach a healthy resolution. Order now and start your path to recovery.

CareGiver Relief Includes Stress Management

CareGiver Relief Includes Stress Management

Stress management is crucial for family caregivers. Our guide provides you with the tools you need to successfully manage your stress and anxiety. Order your copy on Amazon today.

Navigating End of Life Denial, Decisions, and Caregiving

Navigating End of Life Denial, Decisions, and Caregiving

Understanding the emotions that come with caring for a loved one at the end of their life can be difficult. This personal blog post delves into the topic of end of life denial, and offers insight and understanding on how to navigate these complex emotions.

Anticipatory grief and Life After Loss

Anticipatory grief and Life After Loss

Anticipatory grief, also known as pre-grieving, is a very real thing that can lead to feelings of depression, helplessness, and overwhelming sadness. Learn about how to cope and move forward after the loss of a loved one in this personal account.

Alternative Approach to Overcoming Grief and Depression

Alternative Approach to Overcoming Grief and Depression

Everyone experiences these stages in entirely different ways. Truth is, there is more to grieving than most people realize.Let us help you overcome grief and depression with alternative approaches