Knute Nelson Hospice - An Affirming Choice for Families
How this family found comfort with the support of hospice
As a loved one’s time draws near, family members oftentimes face a shroud of uncertainty. During the decision-making process, questions are only natural. Is it time to consider hospice care? Is my loved one eligible? Which hospice care team is best?
These are just a few of the questions Kathleen Schwantz-Dahl began asking herself as her father’s health declined. Ultimately, she placed her trust in Knute Nelson. Through her experience, we hope to shine a light on what specialized hospice care and life-enriching services could mean for your loved one and family during these trying times.
As you read, we encourage you to consider taking this hospice care assessment to determine if hospice care is the right fit for your loved one. In the words of Kathleen, “I didn't know much about hospice, but it really saved us. There’s no way we could have provided dad with the care they were able to give him.”
Navigating the Decision-Making Process
As you weigh the unique circumstances surrounding your loved one’s condition, quality of life, comfort, and peace are each key considerations. In many cases, the individuals and families served by Knute Nelson Hospice find that choosing hospice care early on makes the most meaningful difference. In turn, loved ones can make the most of each day with the compassion of a dedicated support network.
In Kathleen’s experience, “he didn’t want to go to a nursing home… It was so much better to be home with him.” Ultimately, we believe that hospice care serves the dual purpose of supporting both loved ones and family members.
Delivering Tailored Hospice Care
Through the life-enriching services at Knute Nelson, hospice care is elevated beyond traditional care. Whether that’s up to a year of bereavement care for grieving families, Healing Touch to support your loved one’s wellbeing, massage therapy to relieve tension, or therapeutic music that sparks joy and relaxation, supportive caregivers are there to support you.
What Kathleen discovered was that “they were just real, beautiful, caring people that really appeared to have a calling to do this.” These types of positive experiences are what inspire the Knute Nelson Hospice care team to deliver the uncompromising standards of care they’re known for.
Offering Meaningful Closure
In selecting hospice care from Knute Nelson, you’re supporting your loved one with a specialized team of compassionate nurses, home health aides, therapists, and beyond. The result is a coordinated care experience with every detail considered, leaving you with a sense of wholeness and peace knowing that you made the best possible decision.
Peace is exactly what Kathleen found through her father’s passing. In her words, “I was glad to be able to do this because Knute Nelson Hospice was just wonderful… We are very, very grateful for this.”
Is hospice care right for me or my loved one?
As you navigate unfamiliar waters, please know that Knute Nelson Hospice is there with a caring shoulder to lean on. Best said by Kathleen, “they provided the emotional support, the spiritual support, the massaging… Just the whole gamut.”
We encourage you to take this hospice care assessment to learn if hospice care is the right fit for you or a loved one. To speak with a member of our hospice team, contact us by filling out this form or call 1(855) 938-4081.
Meet The Author
Lisa Dingwall is a dedicated healthcare professional with over two decades of experience, currently serving as the Director of Knute Nelson Hospice. Her educational journey began at Alexandria Technical and Community College, where she earned her Licensed Practical Nurse degree, followed by a Registered Nurse degree from Minnesota State Community and Technical College, Fergus Falls, and a Bachelor of Nursing from Rasmussen University. Her diverse career encompassed roles in long term care, clinical settings, home health care, oncology, and hospice, each enriching her expertise in patient care. Throughout her journey, Dingwall demonstrated exceptional leadership, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. As the Director of Hospice, she remains unwavering in her commitment to providing compassionate end-of-life care, guiding patients and their families through life’s most profound transitions.
October 13th, 2023
