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Providence Hospice care made a difference: “They came alongside me”
When choosing Providence Hospice care for her mother Helen, Delores Gassmere said the choice was easy. She had trusted Providence to give her mother Helen skilled nursing care, so when Helen’s medical condition advanced, Delores went with the name she trusted and chose Providence Hospice care for Helen during her final days.…
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What makes a Providence Social Worker?
During the month of March, we celebrate National Professional Social Work Month to acknowledge the efforts of social workers everywhere, especially in our Providence Life Services family! At Providence, our social workers are an important part of our care teams at our Rehab and Skilled Nursing facilities, as well as within our Hospice ministry. But what makes a Providence social worker special? …
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Living with Epilepsy as an Older Adult
Although sometimes considered a childhood disorder, epilepsy can affect people of all ages. In fact, about 1 in 26 people will develop the condition in their lifetime. And in older adults, the symptoms can sometimes be confused with other disorders. Identifying epilepsy and getting the right treatment is important for living a healthy and independent life.…
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Sharing Your Stories: Custodians of Memories
As we think about our memories, we tell stories. But once we are gone, our memories will go with us unless we’ve found a way to share them beyond our time on earth...…