Please join the ProCare Hospice of Nevada family as we honor, recognize, and remember those we love and are now gone from our sight, but kept alive in our hearts. If you would like to bring a picture (5x7or smaller) or a memory object of the person you're celebrating, it will be laid on The Table of Remembrance, for the candle lighting. We look forward to Celebrating your loved ones. JUNE 4, 20221:00-3:00 P.M.8025 AMIGO ST.LAS VEGAS, NEVADA 89123 Bereavement is the experience of losing someone important to us. It is characterized by grief, which is the process and the...

ProCare Hospice of Nevada delivers hospice and palliative care to adult and pediatric populations within the Las Vegas and Pahrump community. Las Vegas, Nevada – ProCare Hospice of Nevada is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Clevis Parker to the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) Board of Directors for a three year term. Appointment to the Board of Directors demonstrates a high level of commitment to quality end-of-life care in the community.Dr. Clevis T. Parker, Sr. currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer/Chief Medical Officer for ProCare Hospice of Nevada. As amember of NHPCO, ProCare Hospice provides specialized...

With the holiday season approaching, most people get into a festive mood. However, families that have lost someone recently may experience a sense of excessive loss, emptiness, and grief. The festivities around you heighten this feeling. Here are some tips that can help you navigate grief around the holiday season. 1. Do Not Try To Contain Your Grief It is essential to understand that grieving is a very normal process. If you are feeling sad, don't be ashamed to express that emotion, even if certain people around you make you feel uncomfortable about it. You can keep those people at...

Terminally ill patients need care, compassion, and comfort. Relatives and caretakers must work to improve their quality of life during their final days. A hospice provides all the support a patient needs during the final days of their life. However, there are ways to improve their quality of life even more. Here are some ways in which you can help: 1. Give Them Control People in hospice care often struggle because they have lost control over their life and schedule. This can lead to a feeling of helplessness, which takes a toll on a patient’s mental health. Caregivers should give...

Grief is a powerful, overwhelming state of mind. Losing someone who has been a vital part of your life can impact you in many ways, and sometimes your reaction can be unexpected. That's why it is critical to seek out support after losing someone you love. Everyone has a different way of coping with grief, and there's no right or wrong method. But it is essential to ensure your way of coping isn't destructive. People can become lost in grief, which can have a significant impact on their personal and professional life. Fortunately, there are many support options available today:...

ProCare Hospice of Nevada participates in Desert View Hospital's Second Annual Charity Golf Tournament! Desert View Hospital hosted its second annual charity golf tournament at Mountain Falls Golf Club to benefit the Desert View Hospital Foundation, a non-profit that directly benefits Pahrump residents. Special thanks to everyone involved!

There is a universal truth of existence that applies to all, and this truth declares that there are two constants in life relevant to every human being, and none have immunity to these matters. These are the constants of change, and death. The compassionate staff at ProCare Hospice of Nevada knows firsthand that these two constants are also the direct source of Loss and Grief. Death happens and the loss brings grief. Death is the change that comes to all, but this inevitable part of reality can be understood in order to ease unnecessary emotional suffering. The purpose of this...

For people with a life-limiting illness, hospice care can help maximize quality of life for the time they have left. Instead of staying in a hospital, patients can remain at home and receive nursing care. Hospice workers assist with basic tasks such as bathing and dressing, as well as monitor a patient’s symptoms, condition and overall health. A patient’s family members also benefit from hospice care, because hospice offers counseling services that can help both patients and their loved ones cope with the changes they’re facing as a result of the illness.     Emotional and Spiritual Support While many...

Hospice care provides supportive care to patients in the final stages of a debilitating or terminal illness, allowing them to remain at home instead of in a hospital. It’s also an option for people who opt for palliative or supportive care instead of on trying to cure their condition. For example, some illnesses require treatment that is invasive or causes extreme side effects. These patients might prefer to focus on maintaining a high quality of life and remaining comfortable during the time they have left. At ProCare Hospice of Nevada, we can help you determine if hospice is the right choice for you and your family....