Hospice Redefines “At Home Care”

Hospice is recognized as compassionate and dignified end-of-life care provided in the comfort of patients’ homes or in the comfort of our peaceful facility, but did you know Hospice care can be provided in nursing homes? With our Hospice Care Team, residents, family, and staff all benefit, when long-term and hospice care are under one … READ MORE

Operation Cookie Drop a Success!

On Thursday, August 1, 2019 at approximately 1300 hours, Heart of the Hudson Girl Scout Troops 251*766*60016 performed Operation Cookie Drop to Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties administrative offices in Newburgh, NY. Cases of Thin Mints, Samoas, Trefoils, Do-Si-Dos, Tagalongs, S’Mores and every other GS Cookie you can name, were delivered to be given … READ MORE

End-of-Life Signs: Congestive Heart Failure

Shortness of breath is a symptom of congestive heart failure that can leave loved ones worried. Hospice care can help alleviate this issue. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) occurs when the heart is unable to pump blood fast enough. This results in symptoms such as swelling and shortness of breath. There is no cure for CHF, … READ MORE

Family-Focused Care at Kaplan Family Hospice Residence

Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties is proud to offer an option for those who cannot receive hospice services at home. The Kaplan Family Hospice Residence. Few subjects make us more uncomfortable than the prospect of losing a loved one. Watching a loved one grow weaker leaves family and friends feeling helpless, especially if having … READ MORE

VA provides Training for Vietnam Veterans receiving End of Life Care

  In collaboration with the Hudson Valley Veterans Partnership, members of the Veterans Administration will present specialized training for staff caring for Vietnam Veterans at the end of life. This training will focus on and how-to best care for Vietnam Veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Moral Injury, Suicide Prevention and how to understand and … READ MORE