Hospice Notes

In Pursuit of Excellence

Hospice of the Pines is always in pursuit of excellence in the hospice services we provide. The patient and family work with the hospice team to decide how they wish to find quality of life in their final days.

Each person defines his or her own Quality of Life. In pursuit of excellence, our goal is to help that person achieve that Quality by listening, caring, and providing
information and resources that promote ones self.

Our needs are quite different at end of life. Hospice helps fulfill those needs. Patients and their loved ones lean on the Hospice Team to answer questions, provide resources and guidance during this difficult time.

Pets

 The family of an ill loved one includes our pets. They are affected by illness, loss, and the stress of a dying loved one. Hospice Volunteers can help with walking the dog and providing companionship.

Learn more about Living with Loss and Hospice Support Groups and perhaps, even choose to attend one.

Grandchildren

Our grandchildren are also affected by an actual or pending loss. They know that there is something wrong. Fee free to discuss the situation with them or take them out for a fun outing where they can tell you how they feel.

Birthdays

At Hospice of the Pines, we realized that birthday recognition is always special. Our hospice volunteers bring the patients favorite treat to them in honor of their birthdays. The response is wonderful! They patients love it!

Special Things

Patients and families appreciate small things, they do make a difference. Perhaps a hot cup of cocoa on a cold, winter day, some conversation and companionship.

Don’t forget the whipped cream and marshmallows! It is not the time to worry about sugar or calories!

“Small things done with love will change the world.”

-Mother Teresa