Having your loved one move into hospice care at home can bring comfort, but it also calls for some adjustments around the house. As routines shift, creating a space that supports both care and calm becomes more than a nice…
When someone is dealing with a serious illness, the focus often shifts to comfort, care, and making the most of each day. Hospice care is meant for people who are at the final stage of life, and it can bring…
Managing medications can feel overwhelming, especially when a loved one is receiving hospice care. Between pain relief, daily needs, and comfort medications, there’s a lot to keep track of. During this stage of life, families want to focus on time…
When a loved one enters hospice care, daily routines begin to shift. Simple things like bathing, grooming, or moving around the house can become much harder to manage without help. That’s when personal care support, provided by professional aides, becomes…
Talking about end-of-life decisions isn’t easy. Many people avoid these conversations for as long as possible, hoping there will be a better time. But waiting can lead to confusion, stress, or missed chances to truly honor someone’s final wishes. Opening…
When someone begins hospice care, managing pain becomes an important part of making them feel at ease. Pain can show up in many forms—physical, emotional, or even spiritual. Knowing how to ease those pains helps patients stay more comfortable and…
Learn about common signs of anxiety in loved ones with late-stage terminal illness. Vista River Hospice offers in-home care services in Oregon.
End-of-life conversations are acts of love and respect. They require courage, empathy, and patience. VistaRiver Hospice team is here to help your loved one.
Portland families often face the decision between in-home hospice care and facility-based hospice care. Both options offer compassionate end-of-life support, but each has unique advantages.
With a focus on comfort, dignity, and personalized support, Portland hospice care enables individuals to find peace, connection, and meaning at the end of life.
