From the First Month to the Last Letter: How Structured Bereavement Support Guides You Through Grief
When a loved one passes, grief does not follow a schedule and neither does our support. At Jansen Hospice, we walk alongside families for 13 months after loss through individual counseling, grief support groups, personal phone calls, condolence cards, monthly mailings, and anniversary remembrances. Whether your family received long term hospice care at home or […]
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Caregiver Burnout: Recognizing the Signs and Getting Help Before It’s Too Much
You wake up exhausted even though you slept. The thought of another day managing medications, coordinating appointments, and providing round-the-clock care feels overwhelming. You can’t remember the last time you did something just for yourself. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and what you’re experiencing has a name: caregiver burnout. Jansen Hospice is a […]
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Is It Time for Hospice? Signs That Hospice Care in Westchester May Be Right for Your Loved One
Recognizing when a loved one might benefit from hospice care is one of the most difficult decisions families face. Many people in Westchester County wonder if they’re considering it too early or waiting too long, and these concerns are completely natural. Hospice care is designed to provide comfort, dignity, and support when curative treatment is […]
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Benefits of Hospice Care at Home in Westchester
Jansen Hospice and Palliative Care has been taking care of families for over 35 years. Their nurses, counselors, doctors, social workers, and volunteers are a central pillar in the Jansen community, especially when it comes to hospice at home in Westchester. The staff provide immense care and support to patients who wish to live in […]
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Living Well at Life’s End: Changing the Focus
Facing the end of life can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, families can create space for comfort, connection, and dignity. It’s possible for your loved one to to live fully, even in the midst of illness and aging. At Jansen Hospice and Palliative Care, we’re here to be that support. Living Well Through Change […]
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The Comfort of Therapy Animals: How a Simple Purr or Paw Can Make a Huge Difference in Long Term Hospice Care
At Jansen Hospice and Palliative Care, we believe end of life care is more than just medical support. It’s about offering comfort, connection, and dignity at a very vulnerable time. One of the ways we enable patients and their families to take back control against a terminal illness is through our pet therapy program. This […]
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The Art of a Life Well Lived: Hospice Care in Westchester County
When facing the end of life, the question often arises: What does it mean to live well? At Jansen Hospice and Palliative Care, we believe that a life well lived is one that is remembered with tenderness, care, and dignity. Located in Westchester County, our hospice care facilities support patients and families through the final […]
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A Life Well Lived: Lessons from a Park Bench
At Jansen Hospice and Palliative Care, we are often reminded that the final chapters of life can be the most meaningful. In the stillness of those moments, there is space for presence, for reflection, and for gratitude. One of our longtime volunteers, Tina Stout, shared a memory that captures the beauty of what we strive […]
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Quality Over Everything: How Jansen Hospice Brings Peace and Presence to the End of Life
Choosing hospice is never an easy decision, but it’s one that more families are approaching with open hearts and greater understanding. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many have started to reevaluate what truly matters at the end of life: connection, peace, and the ability to reflect without regret. At Jansen Hospice, we believe that hospice care […]
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Enhancing Life Through Care: Matthew’s Perspective on Hospice at Home in Westchester NY
Facing the end of life is one of the most emotional and complex times a family can experience. It often brings difficult decisions, misconceptions about what hospice means, and the fear that choosing hospice is the same as giving up. At Jansen Hospice, we’re here to change that perception, and to walk with families every […]
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