VistaRiver Hospice

Hospice Care Volunteer
The Heart of Hospice: How Volunteers Make a Difference in End-of-Life Care

End-of-life care can be an emotional journey for patients and families. Volunteers offer a compassionate presence, helping to ease feelings of loneliness and isolation. Additionally, hospice volunteers extend their care beyond a patient’s passing.

Hospice spiritual care
Personalized Spiritual Care: Honoring a Patient’s Beliefs and Wishes in Hospice

Personalized spiritual care in hospice means understanding, respecting, and supporting each patient’s unique belief system. Honoring a patient’s spiritual beliefs can bring them comfort, peace, and meaning in their final days.

Family Caregiver Guide in hospice care
Family Caregiver Guide: How to Support a Loved One in Home Hospice

Home hospice care focuses on providing compassionate care and enhancing the quality of life for individuals facing terminal illnesses. The primary goal is to manage pain and symptoms, ensuring the patient remains as comfortable as possible.

Massage Therapy in Hospice Care
Integrating Massage with Other Holistic Therapies in Hospice Care

Massage therapy has long been recognized as a powerful method to relieve physical discomfort and promote relaxation. For hospice patients, massage can help manage symptoms such as pain, anxiety, nausea, and restlessness.