By Emily Gurnon for Next Avenue Shortly before her death, Jeanne had a vivid dream. She was lying in her bed at the hospice center, she told a researcher. People…
Why I decided to make friends with death
We know we will die someday, so we must accept and plan for it By Irene Kacandes for Next Avenue (This article was written as a part of The Op-Ed…
3 Ways to Give to Charity Before Writing a Will
By Ric Edelman for Next Avenue Many Americans leave money to charities in their wills — but you needn’t wait to die before giving aid to a charity. Today’s tax…
Help Parents Avoid Unwanted Medical Treatment
By Laine Bergeson for Next Avenue A new poll shows that almost one in four older Americans — approximately 25 million people — experience excessive or unwanted medical treatment. This…
The One Death This Doctor Can’t Forget
By Vincent Quagliarello, M.D. In over 30 years of being a doctor, I’ve participated in many end-of-life events. But one stands out. She was an elderly woman I had known…
Understanding Directives
The purpose of Advance Directives is to allow you to make your wishes known when you are unable to voice them yourself. Forms are available upon request. Give a copy…
PMMA names hospice administrator
Margaret “Cheyenne” Basingo, Wichita, was recently named executive director for Senior Independence Hospice Wichita (SIHW). SIHW is a service of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Inc. (PMMA). Cheyenne was promoted from…
Senior Independence Hospice of Mid-America receives CHAP Accreditation
Senior Independence Hospice of Mid-America Wichita (SIHW) has received full accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) and was recommended for Medicare certification. SIHW is a service of Presbyterian…