Hospice care provides comfort and support for individuals living with a life-limiting illness in their final stages. The goal is to improve or maintain a patient's quality of life, allowing them to live as comfortably as possible.

Dementia can often present with similar symptoms of mental illness, and vice versa, for example symptoms like erratic behavior and confusion could be indicators of either mental illness and dementia. Misdiagnosis is unfortunately common and easy to make in the elderly since the symptoms can be so similar. In order to provide appropriate care, it is important to know the differences. This article will offer guidance to understand the distinctions and offer guidance on recognizing the signs.

As parents age, watching their gradual physical changes and noticing how their reliance has shifted to us, can evoke a wide range of emotions. For some, becoming their parent’s caregiver is an unexpected change of roles, requiring adjustments and understanding for both our loved ones and also ourselves. At Visiting Angels we are here to walk alongside you and provide the support you need to ensure your loved one’s well-being while taking care of yourself as well.