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By HCSC, on October 10th, 2011%
When the time comes for your loved one to move out of their home and into a place where adequate care can take place, there are many questions to consider.
As our loved one’s age; disabilities, illnesses and other problems arise that present the dilemma of where to move them. In this time of economic uncertainty . . . → Read More: When Considering Moving A Loved One In With You
By HCSC, on June 9th, 2011%
I’m a nurse at Hospice Care of South Carolina and recently when I was making a home visit a family caregiver met me at the door. Her name was Jessica, it was my first visit with her Daddy. She introduced him to me by saying, “this is my Daddy and he’s very sick.” There was very . . . → Read More: Meeting Jessica
By HCSC, on April 20th, 2011%
April is the first full month of spring. A time for new beginnings, new experiences and transitions.
April is also Celebrate Diversity Month, a new national observance that celebrates all diversity. Diversity Month was founded to inspire all individuals to open dialogues with one another to foster an appreciation of the differences that separate us as . . . → Read More: Celebrate Diversity Month
By HCSC, on April 12th, 2011%
Editors note: In recognition of April being Volunteer Month, we salute all of our wonderful volunteers
On the weekend of March 4th, 2011, over 30 volunteers, many of which were Hospice Care of South Carolina Employees, made the trip from all over the state to Myrtle Beach, SC. Their motivation was to participate in our . . . → Read More: Volunteers Help Children at Katherine’s Camp
By HCSC, on March 24th, 2011%
Nurses take their knowledge with them wherever they go, never expecting to experience a time when they don’t need it. I have been a nurse for 30 years and have practiced in the emergency department, clinical supervisor for all areas of the hospital, and obtained a doctoral degree to enable me to teach nursing. . . . → Read More: When I Stopped Being a Nurse
By HCSC, on February 14th, 2011%
i carry your heart (i carry it in my heart)
Though this beautiful line is borrowed from an e e cummings poem, it reflects so closely how we feel about those we care for at Hospice Care of South Carolina. Every day we have the profound opportunity to walk along side so many individuals, to share their . . . → Read More: What Is In Our Heart This Valentine’s Day
By HCSC, on February 2nd, 2011%
Hospice Care Of South Carolina was recently presented the 2011 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Award for Humanitarian Excellence. The awards are presented at the Unity Celebration in Spartanburg each year and is given to one business and one non-profit organization that are recognized for their efforts in promoting and celebrating diversity and for encouraging the . . . → Read More: Hospice Care of South Carolina wins MLK Award for Humanitarian Excellence
By HCSC, on December 7th, 2010%
Caring for a seriously ill loved one takes on special dimensions during the holidays. Whether celebrating Hannukah, Christmas, Kwaanza, or the Feast of the Three Kings, we all want to find ways to include our loved one without overwhelming them. It’s natural for us to want to continue family traditions, especially if we think . . . → Read More: Preparing For The Holidays
By HCSC, on November 8th, 2010%
Hospice Care of South Carolina is honoring veterans throughout the state in honor of National Hospice Month.
“In recognition of November being National Hospice Month as well as November 11 being Veterans Day, we are taking this opportunity to honor our local veterans and give recognition to these incredible, brave individuals who served our country,” said Dawn-Michele . . . → Read More: Hospice Care Of South Carolina Honors Veterans During National Hospice Month
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