Celebrating The Holidays When A Loved One Is Seriously Ill
The holidays are meant to be a time of joy, celebration, relaxation, and goodwill, but when you have a seriously ill loved one, they can [...]
Holiday Reality Check: Signs Your Loved One May Need Extra Support
Traveling home for the holidays is something that most of us look forward to every year. Gathering with family and loved ones, eating good food, [...]
A Good Life And A Good Death: What Is Palliative Care?
Editor’s Note: This article was written by Carmel Wroth, reposted from NPR.org. "He will not die on your watch." That's what the family of a [...]
Safely Traveling with An Ill or Aging Loved One
Summer is finally here, which means that it’s time to start planning the annual summer vacation. However, if you have an aging or ill loved [...]
How to Honor Your Dad This Father’s Day
The days surrounding Father’s Day can be an emotionally stressful time for those who have lost a father, especially if it’s the first Father’s Day [...]
Ways to Honor Your Mother This Mother’s Day
If you have lost a mother, especially recently, Mother’s Day can be an emotionally distressing day. You may feel particularly upset, and may feel like [...]
About Our Dornburg Center of Compassion
While we understand that most people want to remain at home surrounded by their family, sometimes the level of care needed exceeds what can [...]
Hospice and Palliative Care and Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Americans—with over 6.5 million American adults living with some form of cardiovascular disease. While heart disease [...]
New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers
It’s natural to want a fresh start for the new year. Every January 1, people want to dismiss bad habits and better themselves. It’s also [...]
How to Cope with Grief During the Holiday Season
The holiday season can be emotionally overwhelming for those who have lost a loved one, especially if it’s the first year without them. You may [...]