RC Healthcare Blog
Why You May Be Eligible for Palliative Care
Palliative care is an approach that focuses on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of serious illness. It is not limited to end-of-life situations and can be beneficial for individuals at any stage of their illness. There are several factors that may make you eligible for palliative care.
Things to do in the fall time in Sacramento
As the summer heat gradually subsides, the city transforms into a vibrant palette of warm hues. Check out this list of activities to do in the Sacramento region to celebrate the autumn season
Tips On Communicating With a Hospice Nurse
When speaking to a hospice nurse, it is essential to approach the conversation with respect and empathy. Keep in mind that hospice nurses are experienced professionals who work in a highly sensitive and emotional field.
What are the 5 aims of Hospice Care
Hospice care is a specialized form of healthcare that provides compassionate and holistic support to individuals facing life-limiting illnesses. The primary focus of hospice care is to enhance the quality of life for patients and their loved ones during their final stages.
Advance Care Planning and Health Care Decisions: Tips for Caregivers and Families
Taking care of yourself — physically and mentally — is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver. This could mean asking family members and friends to help out, doing things you enjoy, or getting help from a home health care service. Taking these actions can bring you some relief. It also may help keep you from getting ill or depressed.
Alzheimer's Caregiving: Caring for Yourself
Taking care of yourself — physically and mentally — is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver. This could mean asking family members and friends to help out, doing things you enjoy, or getting help from a home health care service. Taking these actions can bring you some relief. It also may help keep you from getting ill or depressed.
Practicing Gratitude
How often do you feel thankful for the good things in your life? Studies suggest that making a habit of noticing what’s going well in your life could have health benefits.
5 Tips for Taking Care of a Loved One on Hospice
Taking care of a loved one who is on hospice can be both rewarding and challenging. As a caregiver, you have the power to provide comfort and support during this difficult time. Here are some tips to help you provide the best possible care…
Am I eligible for Palliative Care?
Palliative care is a specialized medical care approach that provides relief to people who are suffering from serious illnesses. It focuses on improving the quality of life of patients and their families by addressing their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
How To Cope With Grief During The Holidays
Don’t you wish you could press pause on the grieving process during the holiday season? You want to be present in the festivities but it’s hard with grief’s cloud hanging over you.
Senior Care Seminar 2022
Join us in this education seminar where we break the fear of Hospice and understand true Palliative Care.
2022 Spring Family Fun Fair Recap
What a wonderful event! Thank you all for attending and we hope you had an amazing time. Please enjoy our recap video!
2022 Spring Family Fun Fair!
You’re invited to our annual Spring Family Fun Fair! Learn more about the event in this blog post and we hope to see you!!
Types of Grief and Loss
Loss is a natural part of life. Coping with feelings of grief that come with loss is slow, hard work. Most people feel strengthened, encouraged and supported when they learn about grief, understand how it affects them, identify coping strategies and learn ways to help themselves through the grief experience.
Annual December to Remember Event | 2021
We are so happy to bring back RC Hospice Care’s Annual December to Remember Event! Learn more about the event in this blog post and we hope to see you!!
Teaching Kids About Grief
Often times when teaching children about difficult things, the best way we can educate and comfort them is by reading a book.
Making Our Patients Smile
Our RCHC office was recently surprised with a beautiful delivery of flowers for our patients by The Petal Collection.
Rancho Cordova CARES
RCPD and Eskaton are proud to announce a new program, Rancho Cordova CARES, that provides daily phone calls to adults over the age of 65 by RCPD volunteers in the City of Rancho Cordova.
Finding Caregiving Resources & Support
Caregiving often comes with new responsibilities and unfamiliar tasks, yet most caregivers never receive education or training. In most communities there are different organizations that may offer information or support to help with caregiver duties.
Experiencing Grief and Loss
Everyone experiences loss; it is part of life. When a loss is painful, you will experience grief – that is a normal reaction.