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How Hospice Helps People Live Longer

WEBA 2018 study of patients with advanced heart failure found that those in hospice had longer median survival compared to those receiving standard care (80 days vs. 71 days). A 2015 study of lung cancer patients noted that the hospice group had a longer median survival time compared to the non-hospice group (511 days vs. 402 days).

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Hospice Care in Virginia

WEBHospice of the Piedmont is a community-based nonprofit hospice that has offered expert care and peaceful resolution to Virginia families for over 40 years. We’re here for more than the end. We’re here to care for patients and their families as they navigate serious illness and death, and offer grief and bereavement services to the entire

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Understanding Hospice vs Other Types of Healthcare

WEBUnlike traditional healthcare, which often focuses on a specific disease and its treatment, hospice care embraces a holistic perspective, considering the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of patients and their families. Alina Fomovska, MD, HEC-C. Dr. Fomovska shares that in medical school, doctors are taught a particular type …

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The Role That Hospice Plays in Caring for Seniors’ Mental Health

WEBManaging mental health is an important part of navigating the final stages of life, and we recognize how difficult it can be to get quality mental health treatment during hospice. Call us to learn more about our care services at 434-817-6900 or toll-free at 1-800-975-5501. Mental health is as important as physical health in the care of senior

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The Important of a Living Will

WEBHaving a living will also give you control over what medical treatments and procedures take place if you are incapacitated. In this situation, a living will instructs doctors to fulfill your wishes in writing. This way you take the burden of this decision out of your family member’s hands. 3. Reduces Unwanted Medical Bills.

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Community Based Hospice Care

WEBAbby Denby. DNP, RN, NE-BC. Chief Clinical Officer. Dr. Abby Denby has been a Registered Nurse since 2001. She obtained her Associate’s degree in nursing from Piedmont Virginia Community College, her Bachelor’s degree in nursing from Old Dominion University in 2008, her Master’s degree in nursing from the University of Virginia with a …

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Are Hospice Patients Required to have a DNR

WEBDefinition of a DNR. A Do Not Resuscitate order (DNR) is an order written by a doctor that lets healthcare providers know not to perform CPR if a patient stops breathing or their heart stops beating. By classifying a patient as DNR, it’s instructing providers to not attempt life-saving procedures if they are no longer responsive.

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Intergenerational Relationship Benefits

WEBIf you’re interested in seeing what Hospice of the Piedmont can do for your loved ones who may be experiencing serious or terminal illness, contact us at 434-817-6900 or [email protected]. Can seniors and children benefit from time spent together? Studies show improvements in health, loneliness, and purpose. Learn more at Hospice of the …

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Creating Five Wishes for the End of Life

WEBFive Wishes is a twelve-page workbook that covers multiple aspects of end-of-life planning. The first wish identifies the person you want to make decisions for you if you cannot make them for yourself. This person can be called a health care agent, a medical power of attorney, a medical surrogate, or a medical proxy.

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Palliative Care Services

WEBIf you are interested in starting a palliative care program, ask your doctor about arranging a Palliative Medicine consult, or give us a call at 833-888-0265 or 434-423-0700 and we’ll request the order from your doctor for you. If you opt to participate in the Palliative Medicine program, you’ll receive in-home palliative care visits from a

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Cathy L. Campbell

WEBTelephone: +1 434-817-6900 Toll Free: +1 800-975-5501 E-mail: [email protected]

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Non-Profit Hospice

WEBHospice of the Piedmont welcomes gifts through your long-term estate or financial plans. By making gifts in this way, you join with us to ensure our unique model of patient-centric hospice care continues for generations to come. Please contact Lauri Wilson, Director of Major Gifts, at 434-972-3538 for more information.

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Simran Mann -Medical Director

WEBDr. Simran Mann joined Hospice of the Piedmont as Associate Medical Director in August 2020. She is board certified in hospice and palliative medicine, as well as internal medicine. Additionally, she has obtained her Hospice Medical Director board certification. With a background as a hospitalist, Dr. Mann came to Hospice of the Piedmont with

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Nancy Littlefield Named as New CEO

WEBLittlefield brings decades of experience and passion to Virginia’s 4 th largest hospice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – September 8, 2023 – After a nationwide search, the Hospice of the Piedmont Board of Directors announced today they have named Nancy Littlefield, DNP, MSHA, RN, FACHE, NEA-BC, as the …

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Nancy Littlefield

WEBDr. Nancy Littlefield has a deep breadth of experience in healthcare, particularly in hospice and palliative care. Prior to Hospice of the Piedmont, she served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer for Riverside Health System. Nancy has served in leadership positions both for Evercare Hospice and Palliative Care and Capital

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