NEWS & STORIES

For families and loved ones, conversations surrounding hospice care are never easy. Our list of hospice diagnoses includes the most common diseases and conditions associated with hospice care admission.

Throughout the United States, an estimated seven million adults ages 65 and older suffer from depression. We’ve outlined the why behind depression in older adults while shining light on some of the common symptoms.

If you feel the need for support to work through grief after the passing of a loved one, rest assured that you are not alone. Many individuals face challenges after the loss of a loved one without a place to turn. Grief groups are excellent resources for those who are struggling.

Some years it can feel like as soon as you’re done stuffing the Thanksgiving turkey, the remainder of the year goes by in a stress-filled flash. With so much to do, it’s easy for the holidays to become a source of stress rather than a time of joy and celebration. So how can you reduce holiday stress?

It is important to recognize changes in the health status of your aging family members. This blog will walk through common health problems to watch for, and when it is appropriate to get help.

Managing a chronic illness on your own can be complex and challenging. Fortunately, home health care is available to help manage a variety of chronic illnesses. Learn more about the most common home health care diagnoses.

Physical therapy after surgery is an effective tool to help people recover faster. There are a variety of settings that you can receive physical therapy, but PT at home may be a comfortable option.

Physical therapy is often prescribed to patients following surgery to regain strength and flexibility. This article reviews why physical therapy may be a safer alternative to other pain reducing techniques.

When someone has a stroke, recovery can be greatly impacted by how quickly medical treatment is received. That’s why it’s important to know what the symptoms look like so you can act FAST when someone is having a stroke.

It is important to us that our nation’s heroes get the care and recognition they deserve, while being treated with dignity and respect. That’s why Knute Nelson Hospice is committed to providing specialty Veteran care.

People with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss live with damage to the part of their brain that affects thought processes, memory and behavior. Read about 5 tips to promote positive engagements and effectively communicate with individuals with memory loss.

Parkinson’s disease is a serious condition that affects the nervous system. It is a progressive disorder, meaning that it starts slowly and gradually gets worse over time. Learn more about the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and how home health care can help.

Chronic pain and disease are difficult for anyone experiencing the condition firsthand. But it can also be hard for family and friends. While each individual person and situation is different, and what helps or is acceptable to one person may not be to another, here are a few tips that may help you better support a loved one dealing with chronic pain or a serious illness.

It’s a big question you may be asking for yourself or a loved one: Is home health care the right choice?
Choosing care can be a difficult decision, and most people don’t know where to begin. Here is a look at how to get the right answers and take the next steps.

People with dementia require constant attention, and it can be easy for a caregiver to look past their own needs to remain focused on the person in their care. Although it is important that Dementia patients have close monitoring and consistent care, it is also important for the caregiver to fulfill their own needs.