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Category: Hospice and Transitions

  1. Canine Chronicles with Quincy, a JSSA Therapy Dog – Vol. 1

    When I first saw the ad in the Montgomery Gazette, I realized the potential of JSSA’s…
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    Quincy, a pet therapy dog for JSSA hospice
  2. The Work of Hospice Chaplains in Washington Jewish Week

    Did you know that hospice is one of the few areas of the American health care system that…
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    Understanding the work of hospice chaplains
  3. The End of Life is Different for Holocaust Survivors

    In JTA, Melissa Apter writes about the special challenges that Jewish hospice chaplains,…
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    the end of life is different for holocaust survivors
  4. JSSA’s Transitions Program Volunteers: Caring Support for the Seriously Ill

    Caring for the seriously ill is often a Herculean task. The emotional and physical resources…
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    Learn more about JSSA Transitions program and volunteers
  5. Through the Eyes of A JSSA Hospice Chaplain

    Author: Anne Kline, MA, BCC, Former JSSA Hospice Chaplain It takes love and patience to…
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    “Staff Tips and Strategies” and a drawing of a family in green
  6. JSSA Hospice – Our Community’s Jewish Hospice

    Author: Joy Sexton, RN, BSN, JSSA Hospice Director …my wife and I would like to thank you…
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    “Staff Tips and Strategies” and a drawing of a family in green
  7. Hospice Care

    Author: Joy Sexton, RN, BSN, Hospice Director Many patients and their loved ones find profound…
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    “Staff Tips and Strategies” and a drawing of a family in green