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Engaging Activities for Dementia Patients: Keeping Loved Ones Active
“Dementia resembles delirium in the same way an ultra-marathon resembles a dash across the street. Same basic components, vastly different scale. If you’ve run delirium’s course once or twice in your life, try to imagine a version that never ends.” … Read More
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Embracing The Journey: Compassionate Guide for Cancer Patients on Hospice Care
Over the years as a nurse, I’ve had the privilege of being part of many patients’ deeply personal journeys. Each person’s story, especially those courageously battling cancer, is their own, filled with memories, hopes, fears, and dreams. From my experiences … Read More
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Dealing with Uncontrolled Pain
During my tenure, I’ve encountered instances where unconscious patients later recollected the painful procedures they underwent. After regaining consciousness, they share accounts of the painful experiences they underwent because their pain wasn’t managed. Witnessing their tears shed light on a … Read More
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Navigating Dementia Care: A Compassionate Approach to Supporting Loved Ones
Dementia is a progressive condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide, impacting their memory, thinking, and social abilities. As challenging as it is for those diagnosed, it’s equally taxing for their families and caregivers. Having effective strategies and compassionate approaches … Read More
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How To Talk To A Loved One Who Just Got Diagnosed With Cancer?
Dealing with a family member who has cancer can be emotionally and physically challenging. Here are some pieces of advice that may help you navigate this difficult time: Remember, cancer affects not only the individual but also their loved ones. … Read More
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Can Someone in a Coma Still Hear? Navigating Caregiving and Conversations in Hospice
A coma is a state of deep unconsciousness that can be brought on by various medical conditions, such as severe brain injuries or certain illnesses. For loved ones and caregivers, it raises many questions, one of which is whether someone … Read More
