August 2020 Peoria News and Views Issue
Hospice Care Comes to You—VITAS cares for patients at home, wherever they call home
By Tana Villanueva, General Manager for VITAS® Healthcare When a patient with an advanced illness is ready to start the conversation about hospice, some concerns inevitably arise. After all, most patients don’t get a trial run of the hospice experience, so it’s normal to have plenty of questions: Where will I receive care, and from […]
Don’t Forget Preventive Care
Submitted by Right at Home Peoria Most seniors have been taking health precautions these days. Handwashing, wearing a mask when advised to do so, and practicing social distancing help protect us from exposure to COVID-19. But this is no time to lose sight of our overall health. “Healthcare providers report that many patients are failing […]
A Real Pain
By Randy Kipling, Kipling Lavender on the Mound Chronic pain can be one of the most debilitating conditions in daily life. It is known to be both physically and emotionally exhausting. Associated direct medical costs are staggering! Did you know chronic pain sufferers are three times more likely to develop depression? It can impact mental health, […]
A Friend to Lean On
In 1972, singer Bill Withers released his classic song “Lean on Me.” He recognized that one of the hardest things anyone can do is ask for help. Our pride often gets in the way or there is a fear of appearing weak or out of control. Unfortunately, the older we get, the more likely our […]
