The baby died last night. A member of the hospice staff texted me the news this morning. The baby came to the … More
Category: Mondays @ the hospice
Babies and Hospice by Barbara Darius
09.21.15 It just goes against the natural order of things, a baby, that is a patient, in a hospice. But … More
Being sick: just one indignity after another – By Barbara Darius
Mrs.K. was taking a cocktail of medicines. One of the side effects of one particular pain medication was constipation. It … More
Tightened skin and exposed teeth…I guess I have some explaining to do – by Barbara Darius
09.16.2015 | Barbara Darius At the end of my last blog entry, I mentioned tightened skin and exposed teeth as … More
Handholding is not just for children and lovers – by Barbara Darius
09.15.2015 | Barbara Darius During another visit I was making my rounds and I heard this woman moaning. I go … More
At the end of the day, it is ALWAYS about the money.
09.13.15 | Barbara Darius One afternoon, I was sitting in the Nurses Station just talking about “whatever”. I looked on … More
My Visit to the Hospice (06.07.15)
I am of the belief that dying is just one big loss of dignity, just one small loss right after … More
Mondays @ the hospice (04.20.15)
This week I got an opportunity to speak with the staff, in particular two Registered Nurses (RNs). We had a … More
Mondays @ the hospice (04.13.15)
Hi Everyone! Yes, I know today is Wednesday and I was supposed to report Monday evening (or at the latest … More
Mondays @ the hospice (04.06.15)
This week was really quiet in the hospice. Out of the 22 bed facility there were only 10 or 11 … More