Post 57: Debunking Common Myths about Hospice - Part 2 of 2
"Well, I'm glad we talked about options. Hospice sounds like it could give us what we're looking for, but I don't know...it's 'hospice.' ...
Hospice
Jeanne Lee
Post 56: Debunking Common Myths about Hospice - Part 1 of 2
"Don't say the 'h' word!" the daughter exclaimed. "Um...what is the 'h' word?" I asked. "Hospice," she whispered. For many of us, the...
Jeanne Lee
Post 27: When to Consider Hospice Support - Example #3
"I feel hope now that we have a plan." "I'm tired of coming back to the hospital. I want to get off this merry go round," Ms. W frankly...
Jeanne Lee
Post 26: A Cloudy Crystal Ball - Predictors of Prognosis Part 2 of 3
How has your weight changed in the past year? When a person living with serious illness or advanced disease wants a meaningful response...
Jeanne Lee
Post 25: When To Consider Hospice Support - Example #2
"That sounds exactly like what I would want. Hospice sounds like the way to go when it comes time." "I don't ever want to be started on...
Jeanne Lee
Post 23: When to Consider Hospice Support - Example #1
"Physical therapy, get stronger, meet with hospice - that's a damn good plan." John glanced at his father sleeping comfortably in bed....
Jeanne Lee
Post 2: Five Major Ways Palliative Care Differs from Hospice
"I have to be honest. I don't know the difference between palliative care and hospice," an internist told me recently. It is no wonder...