Myths About COVID-19
Myths About COVID-19. Trusting information is tough these days. Maybe we should relabel the “information age” as the “age of irony”. An ocean of information with no real way to filter. There is an undeniable social phenomenon with being “first to print” or…”first to post”. There is social currency in breaking news. Whether it’s CNN […]
Coronavirus and Mental Health
15 Ways to Practice Self-Care While Social Distancing Coronavirus and Mental Health. Right now, you’re probably glued to the television, YouTube or Netflix with chips in one hand and ice cream in the other. Bottom line, we’re bored. Given enough time, this can be pretty unsettling. To put it lightly, COVID-19 has us on edge. […]
COVID-19: Elderly, Isolation, And What YOU Can Do
As coronavirus spreads and we continue to be socially distant, it’s safe to say we’re all feeling isolated from one another. Infection rates don’t seem to discriminate with age, but the risk definitely does. Especially with the elderly. “Eight out of ten deaths in the U.S. are adults 65 years and older.” -CDC With this […]
COVID-19: What does washing hands often actually mean?
What does washing hands often actually mean? As COVID-19 (coronavirus) continues to spread, so does the information surrounding its containment. Many are looking for strategies to protect themselves and others around them. While no one expected an all-out pandemic, coronavirus’ relationship to how we source information might be the most eye-opening, bizarre piece of this […]
Choosing to Live Every Moment, the Lighten Way
Choosing to Live Every Moment! Perhaps the only guarantee in life is that it’s full of surprises. What’s important is that you have friends, family, and a community to rely on that can help you navigate your journey’s twists and turns. At Lighten Home Health and Hospice, we seek to help and lift those who […]
How Hospice Care Works
Until you’re faced with the loss of a loved one, it’s really hard to know what to expect from hospice or what it entails. The following information should give you some insight into how hospice care works and what it can do for you and the people you love dearly. Simply put, hospice is care […]
How to Talk About Hospice
How to Talk About Hospice? Discussing hospiceHow Hospice Care Works is never easy and your approach can make all the difference in the world. It’s not easy to know exactly what your loved ones are going through, but empathy is key to a healthy and fruitful dialogue. Starting the Conversation Before you begin there are […]
What Does Hospice Cost?
What Does Hospice Cost? If you’re searching for hospice care for someone you love, cost is probably something you’re thinking about. Most of the time hospice is covered by insurance, but there are a few other variables to consider. Whether it’s Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance, hospice will partner with your insurance company to make […]
Dealing With Grief and The Loss of a Loved One
How to deal with Grief and The Loss of a Loved One? We all experience grief from those who pass. How each person deals with grief and loss is unique, but there are some commonalities in the process. When you have a family member or loved one in hospice care, you are confronted with the […]
What is an Advance Directive?
What is an Advance Directive? Advance directives are legal documentation that help you to plan and guarantee your medical care wishes, especially in end of life circumstances. They take effect when you are unable to communicate your wishes and are most often used for especially elderly patients, though not exclusively. Any person who would like […]
