Hospice & Palliative Care

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From One Friend to Another: Why the NokBox Should Be on Your Radar

If you’ve ever stopped to think about how confusing things can be after someone you love passes away, you’re in good company. None of us likes to dwell on that moment, but taking a little time now to pull together important papers is one of the kindest things you can do. That’s why we love

End of life advocate, certification photo and older and younger pair of hands.

End of Life Care Companions Provide Comfort, Reduce Stress

Have you ever heard of a community end-of-life advocate? It’s a caregiver or coach who helps people facing death and their families with non-medical support surrounding saying goodbye, personal care, and the grieving process. During a challenging and tender time in the life of a family, a community end-of-life advocate or professional caregiver with end-of-life

elderly gentleman in bed, at end-of-life, with caregiver holding his hand.

The Differences (and Commonalities) Between Hospice and Palliative Care

While most of us have heard the terms palliative care and hospice care, we may not be familiar with what they are, how they are different, and what they have in common until we have a loved one who needs these specific types of care. Palliative care is patient and family-centered, optimizing quality of life