“To every thing there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven.” - Ecclesiastes 3:1

Navigating End-of-Life Care: Palliative Care, Hospice, and Advance Directives

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When Is It Time for End-of-Life Care? End-of-life care, also known as palliative care, becomes necessary when a person is facing a terminal illness or nearing the end of their life. It focuses on providing comfort, support, and dignity to individuals in their final stages of life. Several signs indicate that end-of-life care is needed: … Read more Navigating End-of-Life Care: Palliative Care, Hospice, and Advance Directives

Pets and Elderly Health: The Therapeutic Benefits of Animal Companionship

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The Transformative Impact of Animals and Pets on Senior Health Care As the population ages, the importance of holistic health care for seniors becomes increasingly evident. Beyond medical interventions and traditional therapies, there is a growing recognition of the role animals and pets can play in enhancing the well-being of older adults. Animal companionship, joy, … Read more Pets and Elderly Health: The Therapeutic Benefits of Animal Companionship

Sleep and Aging: Tips for a Restful Night’s Sleep

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To Rest or Not To Rest In our fast-paced, modern world, an increasing number of people are finding it challenging to get a restful night’s sleep. This trend is concerning, as adequate sleep is crucial for overall health and well-being. Numerous factors contribute to this widespread issue, ranging from lifestyle choices to environmental factors and … Read more Sleep and Aging: Tips for a Restful Night’s Sleep

How Are Decisions Made About Medical Interventions at the End of Life?

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A Very Hard Choice At the end of life, individuals and their families often face difficult decisions regarding medical interventions. These decisions are influenced by a variety of factors, including the patient’s wishes, the advice of healthcare professionals, ethical considerations, and legal frameworks. Understanding how these decisions are made is crucial in providing compassionate and … Read more How Are Decisions Made About Medical Interventions at the End of Life?

Early Signs of Alzheimer’s and Preventative Steps You Can Take

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Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by memory loss, cognitive decline, and changes in behavior.  Detecting the early signs of Alzheimer’s and taking preventative steps can help delay the progression of the disease and improve the quality of life for individuals and their families.  In … Read more Early Signs of Alzheimer’s and Preventative Steps You Can Take

What is the role of spiritual guidance in end of life care?

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The Spiritual Side of End-of-life Care The spiritual aspects of end-of-life care are often overlooked. We may not think about it until we are faced with a loved one’s death. However, spirituality can play a big role in the care of someone who is dying. For many people, the spiritual aspects of end-of-life care are … Read more What is the role of spiritual guidance in end of life care?

Helpful Tips for Your First Hospice Visit

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Have you recently found out that someone you know is entering hospice care? Whether it’s a family member, a member of your church, or a fellow co-worker – we want to share what we believe to be some of the best ways you can support your friend. Hearing the News Someone you just saw and … Read more Helpful Tips for Your First Hospice Visit

History of Hospice Care | Seasons Hospice

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The History of Hospice | Seasons Hospice The term “hospice” comes from the linguistic root of “hospitality”. From the middle ages to the present, caring for the dying has been handled in similar and various ways. In the middle ages, religious orders created “hospices” in key areas on the way to religious shrines that provided … Read more History of Hospice Care | Seasons Hospice

Tulsa Hospice Care

Tulsa Hospice Care Tulsa hospice care with Compassion and Care Tulsa hospice care provides care with compassion and love for people who are in the last phase of life.  Our team here at Seasons hospice focus on comfort for our patients.  We want them to have the best possible Tulsa hospice care possible in the … Read more Tulsa Hospice Care