Brookdale Hospice of Portland Completes State/Medicare Survey Process
"I miss him terribly, but he was 92, he would have hated lingering," said Merrilee. "I knew we were in good hands when one of the hospice volunteers shared that she recently lost her husband, too."
Jack was one of
"Typically, this process takes about a year," said
"Music therapy is a powerful instrument for people at the end of life," said Richmond. "Musical notes and rhythm address physical, emotional, cognitive and social realms. It's really moving and unlike anything I've ever seen in hospice."
Hospice care continues after a patient's death. Bereavement care, including counseling and chaplain services, are offered to loved ones for 13 months, which covers every first holiday and anniversary. It's that level of support that Merrilee appreciates the most.
"Everyone I spoke with at
With this advancement in hospice offerings,
"I firmly believe that everyone deserves the chance to die with the comfort of hospice. Death is never easy, but with quality hospice care and support, it can be a deeply meaningful experience, not just for the patient, but for their family and friends as well," said Richmond.
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