5 Stories: San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine


Hear the stories of San Diego Hospice (www.sdhospice.org) patients, their caregivers, our staff and volunteers, who talk about making the most of each moment for as long as life lasts, while living with a serious illness or terminal illness. You can make a difference in patients' and families' lives through your support of San Diego Hospice programs and services. Learn more www.sdhospice.org


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"Pawsitive Pals" San Diego Hospice Pet Therapy Program


The Pawsitive Pals Pet Therapy Program at San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine (www.sdhospice.org has a remarkable way of connecting with patients on a very special level. This video features certified dogs of all shapes, sizes, and breeds who show how they reduce loneliness, depression, stress, and isolation while promoting relaxation and improved morale. Support our life-affirming mission through your gifts of time, talent and treasures. Learn more: www.sdhospice.org


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San Diego Hospice bereavement support services


Charitable support allows programs like San Diego Hospice bereavement services to exist (www.sdhospice.org A San Diego family describes how they found comfort and support through the bereavement services offered at The Center for Grief Care and Education at San Diego Hospice. Grief and loss support is available to adults and children and includes support groups, individual and family counseling, workshops and special childrens programs such as Camp Erin San Diego. If you would like to support our mission, consider a charitable gift: donate.sdhospice.org


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Haircuts @ Home: San Diego Hospice Volunteer Program


Haircuts @ Home is a volunteer program of San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine (www.sdhospice.org Experience the uplifting gift two volunteer hairdressers provide to two hospice patients they work with. Hairdresser volunteers at San Diego Hospice make big impact by doing something as simple as giving a haircut. Consider supporting our mission through your gifts of time, talent and treasures. Learn more: www.sdhospice.org The volunteers are part of a patient's care team, bringing comfort to those with a life-limiting disease by providing haircuts in homes, long-term care facilities and Inpatient Care Centers. To learn more about how you can provide this gift, watch the video or call 619-278-6451.


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Partners for Children: Bryant's Story - San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine


The Comprehensive Care Management Program at San Diego Hospice (www.sdhospice.org is the first Partners for Children program provider in Cailfornia, offering palliative case management services to Medi-Cal and California Child Service (CCS)-approved children with life-threatening illnesses. Children's Programs at San Diego Hospice makes a difference in the lives of seriously ill children and their families because of your support. Learn more: www.sdhospice.org


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Camp Erin San Diego hosted by The Center for Grief Care and Education at San Diego Hospice


The Center for Grief Care and Education at San Diego Hospice brings Camp Erin San Diego (www.sdhospice.org to local children and teens who are grieving the loss of a loved one. The 2012 summer camp will be held June 10-12 and is free to kids ages 6-17. Camp Erin San Diego provides a traditional, high-energy, fun camp with grief education and emotional support for kids who are impacted by a death. The video features some of the campers and staff who participated in past Camp Erin San Diego events. The camp is supported and funded in part by The Moyer Foundation, as well as receiving local sponsor support from the Ellen Browning Scripps Foundation and The Padres Foundation.


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Bandit, a Boston Terrier, Visits the San Diego Hospice


Bandit making one of his routine visits to the San Diego Hospice. Visit was covered by FOX 6 news in San Diego.


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Mayor Jerry Sanders thanks San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine


San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders joined San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine (www.sdhospice.org) in celebrating 33 years of service in 2010. The nonprofit organization provides compassionate expert medical care to 1000 patients each day around San Diego and North County. The Institute for Palliative Medicine at San Diego Hospice was also recognized for its 20 years of world-class education and research in the field of palliative medicine by thanking the many donors and foundations that have supported its work locally, nationally and globally. City of San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders paid tribute to the organization and the gathering, held January 27, 2010.


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San Diego Hospice Bereavement Services - The Loss of a Family Member


The Orr Family talks about their loss and how the bereavement services of San Diego Hospice (www.sdhospice.org helped the family through a difficult time.


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Leadership Development Initiative (LDI): The Institute for Palliative Medicine at San Diego Hospice


The International Programs at The Institute for Palliative Medicine at San Diego Hospice (www.palliativemed.org) hosts the International Palliative Care Leadership Development Initiative (LDI) "Grow Global Leaders and Advance Palliative Care" in order to ease the suffering of people with advanced illnesses worldwide. LDI is an intensive program that develops palliative medicine physicians' leadership skills. Participants return home to share, teach, and advance palliative care among their nation's medical community as well as support policies that encourage palliative care growth. Learn more at: www.palliativemed.org


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Melisa's Memorial 5K Walk and Fun - San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine


Join us for Melisa & Kaye's Memorial 5K Walk and Fun Run on March 31, 2012 (sdhospice.kintera.org The annual Walk/Fun Run is considered the most successful "first-time" event of its kind, for a non-profit organization in the area. Proceeds benefit San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine (www.sdhospice.org Once again, presenting sponsors are Girard Securities and The Kaye and Richard Woltman Endowment.


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Kylie @ Institute for Plalliative Medicine at The San Diego Hospice


Recorded on May 5, 2011 using a Flip Video camera.


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Miss Kylie Maclean performing for the San Diego Hospice May


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Dr. Frank D. Ferris on Palliative Care


The Institute for Palliative Medicine at San Diego Hospice (www.palliativemed.org) Director of International Programs, Dr. Frank D. Ferris, discusses the emergence of Palliative Care during CFAX Canadian Radio Broadcast.


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The Antlers - "Two" (Live)


The Antlers live at the Belly Up Tavern in San Diego, CA. 11.2.09


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Undying Energy


Stephanie Sanders donates her time through the San Diego Hospice to perform massage and energy work for residents around the city. For her, the person benefiting most from her service is herself. Produced by www.missionmediausa.com


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Conrad A. Langley, Jr.


Langley, Conrad A., Capt USN (Ret) Conrad A. Langley, Jr., 61, died on May 5, 2009. The eldest son of Conrad Sr. and Mary Langley, he was born on October 1, 1947 in Bossier City, Louisiana. He grew up in Bossier City/Shreveport, LA. Conrad taught high school for a few years after graduating from McNeese State University in Lake Charles, LA. He joined the Army in June 1972 and transferred to the Navy in 1974 where he began a lengthy and notable career as a Naval Aviator. He began his naval career as a flight instructor in Corpus Christi, TX. In 1977 he transferred to San Diego and began a long and distinguished affiliation with the S-3A (Viking) community, which at the time, was one of the Navys newest and most sophisticated tactical aircraft. He amassed more than 5200 hours flying the S-3A, an incredible feat very few have equaled. He completed tours of duty with 3 S-3A squadrons, which included many extended overseas deployments, and eventually commanded his own squadron in 1983. Later assignments included Operations Officer aboard an aircraft carrier and Commanding Officer, Sea Control Wing, US Pacific Fleet, where he was responsible for all S-3A squadron activity in the Pacific Fleet. He served as Chief of Staff to a Battle Group Commander and Commanding Officer of a major shore facility. He retired from the Navy in 2002 after 28 years of active service. Conrad fought a long and valiant battle with lung cancer. His great strength and will kept him active until just <b>...</b>


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Eve Selis- Where Angels Walk


Eve and Marc Intravaia sang "Where Angels Walk" with the San Diego Symphony at the Civic Theatre for San Diego Hospice's "Light Up A Life" celebration. Definitely not a pro shoot (or edit!) but two little cameras in the audience caught the action. Enjoy


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Eve Selis and Marc Intravia performing with the San Diego Symphony at the San Diego Hospice 2009 "Life Up A Life" Holiday Event . . . (my hand was shaking :(


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Padres Game - August 15, 2008


When worlds collide: The Weirs (both sets), David & Noreen, Chelsea & Matt, and a cast of characters from San Diego Hospice. All designed to make Melanie (in Buffalo) homesick.


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Therapy dog attends movie with dying hospice patient (part1)


A 17 year old therapy dog, named Baxter, attended Harry Potter with a dying hospice patient, whose last wish was to see this movie. This is ABC Channel 10's coverage of the heart-warming event, which took place in San Diego on July, 19th 2007.


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Research on Aging: The Opportunity for Health Care via Hospice and Palliative Care


Palliative care relieves suffering and provides the best possible quality of life for people facing the stresses of serious illness. Join expert, Scott Irwin, MD, PhD, as he talks about the benefits of the palliative care model when used within the existing healthcare system. It significantly improves patient care by addressing pain management and other problems, physical, psychosocial, and spiritual. Palliative care also prolongs life and costs less than standard care alone. This video was produced by UCSD-TV. View more of their videos at ucsd.tv


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Therapy dog attends movie with dying hospice patient (part2)


A 17 year old therapy dog, named Baxter, attended Harry Potter with a dying hospice patient, whose last wish was to see this movie. This is FOX Channel 6's coverage of the heart-warming event, which took place in San Diego on July, 19th 2007.


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Baxter the Therapy Dog dies


I pay tribute to Baxter, a dog who gave love and care to patients at a hospice care center in San Diego


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Arroyo Vista Care - Nursing Center - San Diego - California


Rehabilitation Services: Arroyo Vista Nursing Center offers a full team of in-house therapists who are highly skilled in developing individualized programs to rehabilitate even the most complicated orthopedic, neurological, and medical condictions. -Physical Therapy -Occupational Therapy -Speech Therapy Skilled Nursing Service: Registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses, and certified nursing assistants, in coordination with primary care physicians and their staff, give talented, loving care to our residents 24 hours a day, seven days a week. -IV Therapy -Specialized Wound Care -Tracheotomy Care -Enteral Feeding Program -Individual Care Plans -Restorative Nursing Programs -Pain Management -Wound Vacuums -TPN -Holistic HIV/AIDS Management Therapy Program Specialized Care: For our residents with special needs we offer the following: -Post-Operative Care -Rehabilitation Services -Referral to speciality clinics -mental health services -Therapeutic Diets and Nutrition Services by Registered Dietician -Dental Care -Hospice Program -Discharging Planning -Pharmacy Services -Transportation services -Varied Entertainment and Activities -Community Activities -Religious Programs -Beauty/Barber Shop -Volunteer Visits Accomodations include: -Private and semi-private accomodations -Flat screen TVs with cable television -private telephone lines for all residents -wireless internet Certifications -Medicare Certified -Medi-Cal Certified -Contracted HMO Provider


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The Elizabeth Hospice Video 01 - Part 1


Since 1978, The Elizabeth Hospice has been at the forefront of providing hospice and palliative care, end-of-life home care and counseling in North San Diego County. The Elizabeth Hospice is a private nonprofit located in Escondido, California, providing terminally ill individuals and their families the highest quality medical, emotional and spiritual support at life's final stages, regardless of their ability to pay. The Elizabeth Hospice is a California licensed and Medicare-certified hospice, serving North San Diego County including Bonsall, Camp Pendleton, Carlsbad, Del Mar, Escondido, Encinitas, Fallbrook, Julian, Mira Mesa, Oceanside, Pala, Pauma Valley, Poway, Ramona, Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Penasquitos, Rancho Santa Fe, Scripps Ranch, San Marcos, Solana Beach, Valley Center and Vista.


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The Elizabeth Hospice Video 01 - Part 2


Since 1978, The Elizabeth Hospice has been at the forefront of providing hospice and palliative care, end-of-life home care and counseling in North San Diego County. The Elizabeth Hospice is a private nonprofit located in Escondido, California, providing terminally ill individuals and their families the highest quality medical, emotional and spiritual support at life's final stages, regardless of their ability to pay. The Elizabeth Hospice is a California licensed and Medicare-certified hospice, serving North San Diego County including Bonsall, Camp Pendleton, Carlsbad, Del Mar, Escondido, Encinitas, Fallbrook, Julian, Mira Mesa, Oceanside, Pala, Pauma Valley, Poway, Ramona, Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Penasquitos, Rancho Santa Fe, Scripps Ranch, San Marcos, Solana Beach, Valley Center and Vista.


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