Palliative Care Archives

Suncoast and Soweto: A Shared Mission of Hospice Care

by Ebony Faber | Jun 11, 2019 | Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Partnership

When you strip down palliative and hospice care to the basics, it’s about providing physical, emotional and spiritual comfort for patients and support for families. Suncoast Hospice, a member of Empath Health, is proud to continue our almost twenty-year partnership...

Ask the Doctor: Answers about Health, Care and Decisions

by Ebony Faber | Nov 14, 2018 | Advance Care Planning, Blog, Caregiver, Community, Education, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Physicians

We plan for many major life events – births and birthdays, weddings and anniversaries, education and graduations, vacations and retirement, and much more. But what about circumstances that we tend to dread, like when health declines with you or your family? What kinds...

Advance Practice Registered Nurse Assesses and Supports Patients and Families

by Ebony Faber | Nov 12, 2018 | Blog, careers, Hospice Care, Nursing, PACE, Palliative Care, Seniors

Once working to find solutions in computer science, Laura Bradshaw now works to support the care needs and comfort for people facing advanced or chronic illnesses and their families. Bradshaw joined as an advance practice registered nurse (APRN) at Empath Health last...

Happy National Relaxation Day: Caregiver Self-Care and Patient Comfort

by Ebony Faber | Aug 15, 2018 | Blog, Dementia, Hospice Care, Integrative Medicine, Music, Palliative Care, Pet Therapy, Volunteers

Our world is spinning faster. Right now, you may be running around getting things done, swamped at work or taking care of your family and household. Daily tasks and responsibilities can easily mount and add stress. Today is National Relaxation Day. Remember to slow...

Pet Volunteers Make a Lovable Mark in Suncoast Hospice Patients’ Hearts

by Ebony Faber | May 28, 2018 | Blog, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Pet Therapy, Volunteers

Big, small, fluffy, snuggly – we love our pets! They are our fur babies, our friends, our family. They greet us with open paws and wagging tails and live for petting, treats and playtime. Our pets bring us happiness. Did you know your pets can serve another important...

How to Know it’s Time for Hospice

by Ebony Faber | Apr 30, 2018 | Alzheimers, Blog, Caregiver, Hospice Care, Palliative Care

Hospice care can be an overwhelming decision to make. If you’re like most people in this circumstance, you’re loved one is extremely ill, worsening in discomfort, distress and daily life and most likely hospitalized. It’s too difficult for you to handle his or her...