Hospice

Hospice Care for Families Affected by Dementia and Alzheimer’s

An estimated six million Americans who are 65 years or older are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia or memory loss. With the number of dementia patients expected to increase rapidly by the year 2050, the number entering hospice care is also predicted to rise. In recent years, about 21 […]

Hospice Care Provides Comfort to Cancer Patients and Families

While someone can enter hospice care for any number of medical reasons, cancer continues to be the one of the most common. Each year, approximately 1.5 million Americans receive hospice care to improve their quality of life during their end of life journey. If you or a loved one is battling cancer and all medical […]

Committed to Patients and Families at End of Life

Facing the final stages of life is a deeply challenging and emotional journey for both patients and their loved ones. In such moments, receiving compassionate, personalized care can make all the difference. By providing physical, emotional, and spiritual support, Blue Water Hospice aims to honor lives and offer comfort, dignity, and respect. Hospice care represents […]

Is Hospice Covered by Insurance?

One of the most common concerns for patients and their family members is whether hospice care is covered by insurance. Most health insurance plans provide coverage for hospice care, including Medicare, Medicaid, and private health insurance. Hospice coverage typically includes all necessary medical and supportive care services related to a patient’s terminal illness. This may […]

Hospice Care: Enhancing Quality of Life

Hospice care is a specialized type of healthcare that is provided to individuals who have a terminal illness and have chosen to receive comfort-focused treatment rather than curative treatment. While many people associate hospice care with death and dying, it is an approach to care that prioritizes quality of life and dignity until the end-of-life. […]

Specialized Support Through Individualized Hospice Care Plans

The hospice philosophy is that the patient and their family are in the center of care. Creating an individualized hospice care plan involves understanding the unique needs of each patient and their family, and developing a care plan that is tailored to meet their specific needs and preferences. The goal is to provide comfort, support, […]

Transition from home health to hospice care

Home health care is a valuable resource for seniors and families. Home health is healthcare provided in the home by a nurse, physical, occupational or speech therapist (or a combination of providers) to help loved ones during an injury, illness or chronic health condition. When an elderly loved one stops progressing while under the care […]

Answering Common Questions About Hospice Care

It’s never easy to speak with aging parents about important decisions that need to be made if or when they are unable to care for themselves. The beginning of the new year could be a good time to bring up the subject along with any other healthcare goals for your family. Adding the possibility for […]