Category What Is Hospice?

February 25, 2016

Don’t Wait to Talk about Hospice

It’s an all too common situation. A family is at the bedside of a loved one who is seriously ill... Read More

October 28, 2015

What Do Hospice Chaplains Do?

At Hospice and Palliative Care of Greensboro (HPCG), professional chaplains are an integral part of the support system for many... Read More

September 28, 2015

Being Mortal Offers Guidance for Families Facing Serious Illness

“As our time winds down, we all seek comfort in simple pleasures,” Atul Gawande writes in his bestseller, Being Mortal:... Read More

January 14, 2015

Is Palliative Care Right for My Loved One?

Palliative care may be right for your loved one if he or she is experiencing pain, stress and other symptoms... Read More

December 10, 2014

Healing for the Mind and Spirit

Hospice and Palliative care of Greensboro (HPCG) distinguishes itself as a health care provider in many ways. Our dedication to... Read More

November 12, 2014

Choosing a Quality Hospice for You or Your Loved Ones

Depending on where you live there could be one or several hospice organizations serving your community. If there are multiple... Read More

May 1, 2013

The Hospice Care Model

A Summary of the Hospice Care Model Interdisciplinary team approach. Support for the patient, family and caregiver. Services are not... Read More

May 24, 2012

Hospice Explained

Many people are familiar with this way of caring for the dying, but misconceptions abound. The modern hospice movement began... Read More

May 9, 2012

Older Americans Month 2012 – Never Too Old to Play!

May is Older Americans Month, a perfect opportunity to show our appreciation for the older adults in our community. Since... Read More