A Generous Grant Supports New Technology to Benefit Patients and Caregiving Staff

From left: Social worker Christine Baraschi, Volunteer Coordinator Deborah Shepard review Firenote’s features with Registered Nurse and Trainer Kirsten Smylla   Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties is proud to announce the implementation of a new state-of-the-art Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, made possible in part through a generous $25,000 grant from Resorts World Catskills … READ MORE

Meeting the Moment with Gentle Eyes: PTSD and Hospice Care

At the end of life, peace is possible. But only if we know what stands in its way. When we think of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), we often picture veterans, survivors of abuse, those who have experienced systemic violence, been in an accident, or are experiencing profound loss. What we don’t often consider is how … READ MORE

When Love Is the Care Plan: Harry’s Story

What do you do when the love of your life receives a terminal diagnosis? Harry and his wife were high school sweethearts who married others, only to find their way back to each other later in life. Together for 44 years, they built a life filled with love, laughter, and a large, blended family of … READ MORE

Hospice Care is a philosophy

Hospice Care is a philosophy, not a place. It is an interdisciplinary approach to end-of-life care, when a patient diagnosed with six-months or less to live, is no longer seeking curative measures. Hospice Care focuses on comfort and quality of life for the patient and their loved ones. At some point, curative measures are no … READ MORE

Patients find enhanced quality of life

Patients find enhanced quality of life – and quality of care – at Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Sponsored Content. A top-rated hospice in caregiver and family satisfaction, Hospice of Orange & Sullivan offers comfort to patients and their caregivers. At Hospice of Orange & Sullivan, patients and their loved one are finding that hospice … READ MORE