Hi Reader, Episode 36 Is Now Live When is it time to ask about Hospice? If someone you love with dementia is falling, getting repeated infections, losing weight, or starting to have trouble swallowing, you do not have to figure it out alone. In Episode 36, I explain the signs that may mean it is time to ask for a Hospice evaluation—and the difference between requesting an evaluation and automatically qualifying for Hospice. We also discuss how Palliative Care can support families earlier,...

Hi Reader, Episode 35 Is Now Live Does Dementia Qualify for Hospice Care? Many families caring for someone with dementia ask: “Would my loved one qualify for hospice care?” The answer is not always straightforward. In Episode 35, Nurse Rupal explains how dementia can change a person’s memory, identity, safety, and independence — and why a dementia diagnosis alone does not necessarily mean hospice is appropriate yet. We discuss: ✅ The early signs that may lead a family to seek medical help ✅...

Hi Reader, Episode 34 Is Now Live When Does Kidney Disease Qualify for Hospice Care? Many families ask the same question: “If my loved one has kidney disease and needs dialysis, does that mean they qualify for hospice?” The answer is not always straightforward. In this episode, Nurse Rupal walks through a real-life kidney disease scenario to explain why one patient may not qualify for hospice at one point but may become eligible later as their condition changes. We discuss: ✅ Why a serious...