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Death of Developmentally Disabled Child Can Bring Complicated Emotions
Posted on January 6, 2020 by By Erin UzarskiThe loss of a developmentally disabled child can bring a complex array of emotions due to being not only a parent, but also a long-term caregiver, advocate, case manager, and, sometimes, a legal representative, even as that child enters adulthood. For these and other reasons, parents who have lost a developmentally disabled child often find it difficult to relate to other bereaved parents who c...
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Podcast: Hospice Myths and Misconceptions
Posted on January 6, 2020 by Veronica Giarla in Hospice, Learning Institute, PodcastIn this latest episode of our podcast Living Forever, Not an Option, our hosts Mary Crowe and Lyn Skarmeas discuss several myths and misconceptions surrounding hospice care ...
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Attending A New England Patriots Game: A Hospice Patient’s Dream Come True
Posted on December 31, 2019 by Care Dimensions in HospiceWhen Joan McLynch was admitted to Care Dimensions hospice care for complications from her leukemia, her admissions nurse asked her about her primary goals and health priorities. “I didn’t have to think about it,” says Joan. “I said that I wanted to feel good enough to make it through December 2019 and to attend the Patriots home game against the Miami Dolphins.” ...
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Exploring Cultural and Family Dynamics at End of Life
Posted on December 19, 2019 by Veronica Giarla in Learning InstituteIn the latest "Cinema & CEU" offering using the movie "The Farewell", the Care Dimensions Learning Institute explores the differences between Eastern and Western cultural views and influences on end of life. ...
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Coping with First Holiday Season After a Loved One’s Death
Posted on November 25, 2019 by Erin Uzarski, MSCare Dimensions Bereavement Counselor Erin Uzarski offers some practical strategies for coping with your first holiday season without your loved one. ...
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The Annual Holiday Visit: An Opportunity for Family Conversations about Health Planning and Preferences
Posted on November 18, 2019 by Dr. Talia Lewis in Health care directivesAt this time of year, many of us travel long distances to reunite with parents, siblings and extended family. In addition to the meals and celebrations, the annual holiday visit can be a good opportunity to open up conversations about changes we may notice in our loved ones’ health status, and overall, how their days are going. One place to start is with your loved one’s mobility.&n...
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Military Experience Helps Volunteer Relate to Veterans Receiving Hospice
Posted on November 7, 2019 by Lisa Conti in Veterans, VolunteersCare Dimensions volunteer Jerry Dunn says his time in the Navy helps him relate to hospice patients he sees who also are veterans of military service. ...
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Taking Care of the Caregivers in Hospice
Posted on October 21, 2019 by Robert Hagopian, M.Div. in Caregiving, Hospice careersIn recognition of Spiritual Care Week's theme, "Cultivating Space," Care Dimensions hospice chaplain Robert Hagopian reminds co-workers they need space that enriches their well-being and humanity. ...
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People’s United Bank: Steadfast Walk for Hospice Supporter
Posted on September 27, 2019 by Care Dimensions in Donors, Walk for HospicePeople's United Bank has supported Care Dimensions and the Walk for Hospice for more than three decades as a way to make a positive local impact. ...
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Grateful Family Readies for Walk for Hospice
Posted on September 26, 2019 by Wendy Killeen in Donors, Walk for HospiceThankful for the care her mother received at Care Dimensions' Kaplan Family Hospice House, Natalie Luca Fiore is participating in her seventh Care Dimensions Walk for Hospice. ...
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