The blanket waivers issued by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) did not directly address the critical role performed by hospice providers in delivering compassionate palliative care during this national public health emergency. In addition to clarifying that…

When someone is dying, family members and other loved ones are suddenly thrust into the role of caregiver, often with little preparation or knowledge of what to expect. According to the Associated Press-NORC Center’s Long-Term Caregiving Poll, nearly 40 percent…

Social workers are known for their dedication to helping others; by providing support, finding resources, navigating through difficult journeys, offering problem-solving solutions and coping skills to those experiencing stressful issues. They are people who possess an immense amount of integrity…

It’s normal to want to protect children and keep them innocent for as long as possible so when it comes to discussing death with children, many people avoid it. But how can you avoid it when a family member or…