The first holiday season as a caregiver marks a profound shift in family dynamics. Whether it's your sister caring for your father, your adult child tending to their spouse, or your cousin managing home hospice care for their parent, watching a loved one shoulder the responsibilities of caregiving during Christmas can be heart-wrenching. As extended family members, we have a unique opportunity—and responsibility—to provide meaningful support during this challenging transition.

The Christmas season can be difficult or unusual when a loved one is in hospice. Conversations become sacred moments - important memories to cherish for years to come. They give us the chance to connect with our loved ones, sharing love and remembrances collected during a life well-lived.

The holidays are a time of connection, yet for those who are homebound, the season can feel isolating and challenging. Distance does not diminish love, and supporting a loved one who cannot physically join in traditional celebrations requires creativity, compassion, and intentional care. The most profound gifts are not wrapped in paper, but in moments of genuine connection and understanding.

The holiday season is not about perfect moments, but about connection, love, and finding joy in the midst of life's beautiful complexities. For families navigating health challenges, traditional celebrations can feel overwhelming or impossible. Yet, within these challenges lies an opportunity to reimagine holiday gatherings—to create experiences that honor every family member's unique needs and capabilities.

The first holiday season without a parent can feel like navigating an emotional landscape both familiar and profoundly altered. For those who have journeyed through the tender and challenging path of caring for a parent in hospice, the absence can be particularly poignant. The empty chair at the table, the silent spaces where laughter once rang out, the traditions that now feel fragile—these moments can overwhelm the heart with a mixture of grief, love, and remembrance.

When a grandparent enters hospice care, children often feel confused, scared, and uncertain. As adult children and caregivers, you play a crucial role in helping younger family members navigate this sensitive time, maintaining meaningful connections that can provide comfort to both the grandparent and the children.

As the temperatures drop and winter approaches, many seniors living with arthritis may find their joint pain and stiffness increasing. For those receiving home health care, there are effective strategies to help manage arthritis symptoms and maintain mobility during the colder seasons.

As autumn leaves begin to fall, another season quietly arrives – flu season. For those of us caring for elderly parents receiving home health care, this time of year brings special challenges. While the flu might be a mere inconvenience for younger, healthier individuals, it can pose serious risks for our vulnerable loved ones. The good news is that with proper preparation and preventive measures, we can help protect our parents during this challenging season.

When caring for a parent in hospice, providing comforting and nourishing food can be a beautiful way to show love and support. However, finding options that are easy to prepare, eat, and digest for a bed-bound patient can be challenging. Here are five comfort food ideas that strike the perfect balance between nutrition, ease, and the soothing power of familiar flavors.

Listen in on this exciting interview of Jamie Daugherty, our CEO, on the Doc and Jacques show on KCIW Brookings. You’ll learn about some of Coastal’s history, how Jamie got started in hospice management, and hear how she plans to keep Coastal growing and thriving for many years to come.

As you care for your parent in hospice, you may find yourself grappling with how to make each day meaningful. It's a common concern, and a deeply important one. Finding purpose and significance during this time can bring comfort and peace not only to your parent but to you as well. Let's explore some ways you can help your loved one experience meaning on a daily basis.

Grief is a deeply personal journey, yet it's one that doesn't have to be traveled alone. For families of hospice patients, grief support groups offer a beacon of hope and understanding during one of life's most challenging transitions. These groups provide a unique space where individuals can come together to share their experiences, find comfort, and begin the healing process.

When a loved one enters hospice care, it often brings a heightened awareness of the preciousness of time and the desire to preserve their unique life story. As a caregiver, you have the opportunity to help your loved one leave a lasting legacy - a gift of memories, wisdom, and love for future generations. This process can be deeply meaningful, both for the patient and their family, providing comfort, closure, and a tangible connection to cherish long after they're gone.

When a loved one enters hospice care, it can bring a family together, but it can also strain relationships and revive old conflicts. Navigating these complex family dynamics while providing the best care for your loved one can be challenging. This guide offers strategies for managing family conflicts, encouraging open communication, and promoting a united approach to care during this sensitive time.

Our CEO, Jamie Daugherty, was recetly interviewed by Jacques on KFUG in Crescent City. They talk about our company’s history and Jamie shares stories and the history of hospice around the world.

Providing hospice care for a loved one with dementia presents unique challenges that can test even the most patient and devoted caregiver. The combination of end-of-life care and cognitive decline requires a special approach, blending compassion with practical strategies. This guide aims to help you navigate this complex journey with understanding and grace.

Caring for a loved one in home hospice is a profound and challenging experience. While it can be deeply rewarding, it also comes with emotional stress, physical demands, and a complex array of feelings that can be difficult to navigate alone. This is where caregiver support groups and grief support groups can play a crucial role, offering a lifeline of understanding, practical advice, and emotional support.

As a caregiver for a bed-bound hospice patient, one of your most important responsibilities is ensuring they take their medications correctly and safely. This task can be challenging, but with the right approach, you can make the process easier for both you and your loved one. This guide offers helpful tips and strategies to make medication time smoother and safer.

Caring for a loved one in hospice can be both rewarding and challenging. Fortunately, in our digital age, there are numerous technological tools available to help caregivers manage their responsibilities more efficiently and provide better care for their loved ones. Here are five tech tools that can make a significant difference in the day-to-day life of hospice caregivers.

The concept of hospice care, focused on providing comfort and support to those nearing the end of life, is universal. However, the way this care is delivered and the traditions surrounding it can vary significantly across cultures and countries. Let's explore some unique and touching hospice traditions from around the world, each reflecting the values and beliefs of its culture while sharing the common goal of providing dignity and comfort in life's final moments.