by WV Caring | May 15, 2019 | Blog Articles
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. Unfortunately, COPD is the third leading cause of death by disease in the United States, with West Virginia’s population leading the pack...
by WV Caring | May 9, 2019 | Blog Articles
As we observe Older Americans Month, we want to address some of the issues that come with aging, specifically access to end-of-life care. Concerns over health care and how to pay for it are paramount for baby boomers entering their 60s and near retirement age. Many of...
by WV Caring | Apr 12, 2019 | News, News Articles, Uncategorized
West Virginia Caring is holding its Annual Camp Caring, formerly Camp Nabe, on Saturday, August 3, 2019 at Camp Mountaineer on 187 Camp Mountaineer Road, off RT 119 in Morgantown, WV. The non-profit is accepting applications for campers who would like to attend this...
by WV Caring | Feb 22, 2019 | News, News Articles
Meet in a supportive and confidential setting with others who have suffered the loss of a loved one through our community bereavement support groups. Group attendees will gain knowledge of helpful coping skills and gain insight into the grief process. We have...
by WV Caring | Feb 20, 2019 | Blog Articles
According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, approximately 84 million people in America suffer from some form of cardiovascular disease like heart disease. Heart disease can put an individual at risk for heart failure. According to the Centers for Disease Control and...
by WV Caring | Feb 6, 2019 | Blog Articles
At WV Caring, we believe contacting a hospice and palliative care provider for end-of-life services earlier rather than later is important. Starting care earlier can help patients provide the necessary medical care and manage the symptoms, emotional and spiritual...
by WV Caring | Jan 28, 2019 | News
ABOUT THE 10TH ANNUAL “HAVE A HEART” CAMPAIGN West Virginia Caring, formerly Hospice Care Corporation is kicking off its 10th Annual “Have a Heart” fundraiser to increase awareness and raise money for patients who need Advanced Illness Care services. The...
by WV Caring | Jan 9, 2019 | Blog Articles
As Medicare’s first proven coordinated care model, hospice is a program that works. For decades, WV Caring has helped its patients and family’s transition through life-limiting illness. The goal is to provide comprehensive pain and symptom management, emotional and...
by WV Caring | Dec 6, 2018 | Blog Articles
As we get older, driving becomes one of the challenges we have to face. At some point, seniors must turn in the key and retire from driving completely. Before this stage, it’s important to drive as safely as possible and to be aware of your abilities to drive a car....
by WV Caring | Nov 28, 2018 | Blog Articles, Palliative Care
When a loved one is seriously ill, you want them to be the most comfortable and content they can be. Finding the best care to provide for their needs and conditions is important. When researching care options for your loved one, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with...
