Hernando-Pasco Hospice

Not to be gloomy, but Hospice has a balanced view on life with the phrase, Every Day is a Gift. I work for Hernando-Pasco Hospice, which is now in Citrus County, Florida. With this philosophy, cleaning is not the priority of life. I grew up in a house where perfection especially in cleaning was a must. We had few visitors, hence, few friends who were allowed in. The cleaning after anyone who entered our home was immediate. A bit OCD, but what did I know, I was a little kid. Today, working for HP Hospice puts that balanced perspective into place. Not that clutter and a dirty house to the point of disease or critters emerging is correct, but that balance for time with the children and the aging parents. We don't know how much time we have with each other, so do take the time now. Tombstones and eulogies don't read, she had an immaculate house. Making a house a home is a gift you give your family. more

After raising my children, I found myself one day toying with the idea of going back to work. As an RN, there was a time to refresh knowledge and now I am back into the workforce. I could have worked anywhere due to the shortage. I chose Hospice because of caring for 2 aging parents while raising my children. It seemed to be the perfect fit. I live in a semi-rural county that already has a Hospice, but HP Hospice has expanded into my county and has so much to offer. The training and professionalism they offer makes them one of the top Hospice's in the country. Their website is user-friendly http://www.hphospice.org/ This is how I make a difference to someone, even though they begin as strangers. When you touch a person who is very ill and has less than 6 months to live, you can quickly get an attachment. We have to take care of each other as well as the patients. Making a difference in someone's life can take a lot out of you also. Be good to yourself as well as others. more