Hospice News
West Orange, NJ -- For many caregivers, taking care of an elderly or chronically ill loved one is a job for which they feel unprepared. It is a task that often requires physical, emotional and spiritual strength along with patience and stamina.
As part of its commitment to provide exceptional health care services to the community, Barnabas Health Hospice and Palliative Care Center in West Orange will offer a monthly “drop in” support group for caregivers beginning Tuesday, September 13. The group, which will be hosted the second Tuesday of every month, will be held from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at the Barnabas Health Hospice and Palliative Care Center located at 95 Old Short Hills Road in West Orange. For more information, please contact Susan Engel at 973-322-4800 or sengel@barnabashealth.org.
“Caregivers frequently report feelings of isolation, loneliness and uncertainty,” says Susan Engel, MSW, LCSW, ACHP-SW, director of Social Work and Counseling, Barnabas Health Hospice and Palliative Care Center. “Giving caregivers a place to share concerns and questions will be the focus of the group. Topics may range from practical concerns, such as how to bathe someone, to emotional issues such as sadness and anxiety.”
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the nationally-renowned Barnabas Health Hospice and Palliative Care Center. Since its inception in 1981, its staff of trained professionals has provided comprehensive physical, emotional and spiritual care to more than 30,000 patients with advanced illness and their families. The program, which serves infants, children, adults and the elderly, honors the unique choices and values of patients and their families while offering full access to the broad array of services provided by Barnabas Health. For more information, please visit www.barnabashealthhospice.org.
Date: August 22, 2011
Contact:
Public Relations: ltortorello@barnabashealth.org
973-322-4924
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