by Candyl Eyster | Feb 25, 2016 | bereavement, counseling, grief
Many Americans struggle with drug addiction. It can affect anyone, anyplace, anytime. For some, it’s a long, grueling battle that consumes and eventually claims their lives. Drug overdose deaths have spiked in the U.S. in recent years, particularly among young...
by Candyl Eyster | Jan 20, 2016 | caregiver, Donations, grief, hospice care, inspiration
By Brenda Moore Loving daughter and Riviera Day School VPK Teacher My family and I lost our beloved husband, Daddy and “Popo” (grandfather) – William F. McDonald – to prostate cancer on January 30, 1999. He was a man devoted to his family; his...
by Candyl Eyster | Jan 12, 2016 | advance care planning, care centers, caregiver, grief, Home health, hospice care, pace, palliative care, seniors
Empath Health is committed to serving everyone in our community who needs us. Karen Davis-Pritchett joined Empath Health as the new community outreach specialist last summer. In this Q&A, Karen discusses her education background, insights of the African-American...
by Candyl Eyster | Jan 5, 2016 | bereavement, grief
Traumatic Loss Hearing your loved one has died in an accident or other sudden death can throw you into despair and darkness. You didn’t see it coming and you weren’t prepared. Your whole world changed. You wonder…why? Every day people die unexpectedly. These types of...
by Candyl Eyster | Dec 2, 2015 | bereavement, grief
The holidays ring with family, cheer and celebration. In the midst of this season, some people may feel like shutting out the holidays as they struggle with the loss of those they love. There’s hope and help to get through this season at Empath Health’s Hope for the...
by Candyl Eyster | Nov 3, 2015 | bereavement, caregiver, grief, Health & Wellness
Grieving the deaths of the people we love can grip and shake our core and well-being. When we confront our losses, get support and engage in healthy activities, we can find new meaning and purpose. We can transform our lives. Internalizing Grief Dawn Melvin, LCSW is a...
