There’s a lot going on in November, from Election Day to Thanksgiving. But did you know that this month is also National Hospice and Palliative Care Month? It is, and in fact this year’s theme is Know Your Options, something that’s crucial when it comes to choosing hospice care (just as it is when arranging advanced funeral planning services).
When it comes to choosing hospice care, there are many uncomfortable questions that come with the process. For starters, the first question might be: “When is the right time to ask about hospice?” Having these difficult conversations should happen sooner rather than later, especially when the patient may soon be in a mental or physical state where they are able to process what’s going on and make informed decisions.
Whinery-Huddleston Funeral Service appreciates everything hospice care professionals do for the community. Just as the circumstances are emotionally and physically challenging for the family and patient, the situation is also tasking for these workers, who do all they can to for patients and their families. Hospice care and palliative care workers are helpful, informative, and guide individuals through a truly tough situation.
In ways, hospice care professionals are a little like reverse doulas. Just as doulas help bring people into the world, hospice care workers help people when they exit it. People aren’t alone when they first come into the world, and they shouldn’t be alone when they leave it.
Whinery-Huddleston Funeral Service thanks hospice and palliative care workers and professionals for everything they do, whether it’s for the Lawton community or beyond.
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For info on Whinery-Huddleston’s local funeral home services, attention to veterans, and how to plan a funeral, check out WH’s blog, which offers further information. You can also call Whinery-Huddleston at (580) 536-0211 or email us at info@whineryhuddleston.com.
