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Hospice Care Is Better Than Aggressive Treatment. Here’s Why
End of life decisions can be difficult for the entire family. It’s hard to know how to choose between aggressive treatment to battle the disease and hospice care that makes the patient’s last days more comfortable. With help from a new study, patients and their families may find it easier to make an informed decision. The study measured the satisfaction that families expressed about end-of-life care when an elderly relative was diagnosed with cancer, and later died of the disease. The results were surprising to many observers in the media, but not to caregivers who provide hospice care. That’s because home health care aides are more attuned to the wants…
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When Is it Time for Home Care Services in Los Angeles, CA?
One of the most important questions asked of Caregiving for You, Inc. is how to know when it is time to get in-home care for yourself or for a loved one. The answer to this question will vary somewhat depending on your specific circumstances and needs. However, there are a few common themes we hear from our customers… 1) What is your individual convenience level in caring for yourself or for a loved one? In some cases, providing extra care for yourself or a loved one can be simple. In other cases, people find themselves becoming increasingly challenged. Everyone has a different threshold of convenience. If you find yourself becoming…