Social Workers Provide Added Support Role in Orange County Nursing Homes

Many people understand hospice care as a service provided to terminally ill patients in their own homes, but few realize that this service is also available and highly beneficial to nursing home patients in Orange and Sullivan counties, New York. One way we heighten the quality of care given to nursing home patients is by … READ MORE

The Accessibility of Hospice Care in Orange and Sullivan Counties

If a patient or their loved one is seeking hospice care in Orange and Sullivan counties or weighing the benefits of end-of-life care, there might be a question of how much it can aid in quality of life and whether the cost will be covered by health insurance. Hospice care provides countless benefits to patients … READ MORE

Distinguishing Between Palliative Care and True Hospice Care

If you or a loved one is seeking care for a terminal illness, you might have explored the options and found resources referring to both palliative care and hospice care. While the care and support for a patient can seem similar, there are several key differences that should be considered. Palliative care refers to care … READ MORE

Hospice Promotes Quality of Life for Patient and Family Article

*As seen in The Cornwall Local/News of the Highlands Senior Living publication  Feb. 26, 2021 Hospice Care Promotes Quality of Life for Patient and Family Janice Valentino, Dir. Marketing and Community Outreach Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, Inc. “The only thing I can think of that is worse than needing Hospice care, is not … READ MORE

Hospice and Heart Disease Article

*As seen in The Cornwall Local/News of the Highlands Fri. March 12, 2021 Peace of Mind edition Hospice and Heart Disease Janice Valentino, Director of Marketing and Community Outreach Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, Inc. While coronavirus is at the forefront of everyone’s mind in 2021, heart disease remains the leading cause of death, … READ MORE