If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a serious illness, you may have heard the term "palliative care" mentioned by healthcare providers. Many people assume it's the same as hospice care or that it means giving up on a cure. However, the…
When families face end-of-life decisions with a loved one, grief can begin long before goodbye. Professional hospice teams understand this reality and are trained to provide comprehensive support that extends far beyond medical care. At Shiloh Hospice, we've witnessed how proper grief support can help…
Choosing hospice care for yourself or a loved one can be one of life's most important decisions. The hospice care team you select will directly impact comfort, dignity and quality of life during this precious time. At Shiloh Hospice, we understand the importance of finding…
When a loved one faces a terminal illness, families often feel overwhelmed by treatment options and decisions. The question of whether holistic therapies belong in hospice care surfaces frequently, especially as families seek the most compassionate and comprehensive support possible. At Shiloh Hospice, we recognize…
The role of a family caregiver undergoes a significant and supportive transformation when a loved one enters hospice care. Hospice care is designed to provide comfort and increased quality of life for individuals with life-limiting illnesses. For caregivers, this means a shift from managing every…
When planning for hospice care, accurate information is needed to provide the most compassionate and effective end-of-life care. Understanding a patient's likely life expectancy helps families make informed decisions and ensures appropriate care resources are allocated. Three of the main prognostic tools that can guide…