Dealing with Caregiver Depression During COVID 19
Nearly 20% of all caregivers suffer from some form of depression either during caregiving or after the caregiving journey has ended. With the added feelings [...]
Honoring the Legacy of Cecily Saunders, Founder of Modern Hospice
“You matter because you are you, and you matter to the end of your life. We will do all we can not only to help [...]
In The News: “Angels on Earth”
The following was posted in the Victoria Advocate by Morgan Theophil. It tells the story of one of our recent patients and her time with Hospice [...]
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 [...]