Suggestions to Help Family Caregivers Manage End-of-Life Anxiety
Anxiety is a common struggle at the end of life. As the caregiver for a loved one, you might feel helpless to know what to do about it. Psychiatrists say that death causes what is known as primordial anxiety or death anxiety. Researchers believe it’s something we all have deep within us. Some believe that […]
Benefits of Hospice Services for Those with End Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
If this blog has your attention, it is likely someone you love has been waging a difficult physical and emotional battle against Alzheimer’s disease. Many patients and families currently suffering under the devastating effects of end-stage Alzheimer’s disease can find relief with hospice care. By helping to relieve pain and control symptoms, the professionals on […]
It’s Time – Senior Care Reimagined
As experts in Senior Healthcare, American Senior Communities has reimagined person-centered, life-enhancing care in a way that is engaging, yet safe. With COVID-19 VACCINATION rates increasing and local county rates of infection decreasing, It’s Time. It’s time to consider Long-Term Care for your loved one and you can do so with confidence at American Senior Communities. Our communities are operating […]
One COVID Hero: Companionship During Residents’ Final Moments
Therapy Recruiter, Libby Price, doesn’t consider herself a hero, she just feels compelled to help; with a 17-year career at American Senior Communities, an Indiana long-term care provider, and Libby’s background in social work, that’s not surprising. What is remarkable is how Libby has filled a void that has been worsened, in part, by COVID […]
National Home Health Care and Hospice Month
November is National Home Health Care and Hospice Month. This month, American Senior Communities would like to recognize the passion and dedication these people put into their work and the invaluable contributions they make toward achieving the goals of the senior care industry. Here are some interesting facts about home health care from the National […]
What is Palliative Care?
Living with a serious, potentially terminal illness like cancer, heart disease or dementia is one of the most difficult experiences a person can go through. In addition to the physical pain and discomfort caused by these types of medical issues, psychological distress and spiritual concerns can weigh heavily on a person who may be at […]
10 Signs it’s Time for Hospice
For anyone facing a terminal illness, making decisions about end-of-life care is an extremely difficult process that not only affects the patient’s comfort and wellbeing, but that of their family and friends as well. Hospice is there to help you embrace the end of life process by focusing on the quality of life. Here are […]