October 16, 2014 was Thursday. It was also the day that Xavier’s mother, Jessica Pequeno, learned that her young son had a rare genetic immune deficiency. “He’s actually one of ten people in the world with his condition,” Jessica says, “and one of two in the U.S.” By the time Xavier had reached the age […]
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Jeannie Stewart was born in San Francisco in 1940. The daughter of immigrant parents, she grew up in the neighborhood of North Beach. She loved the outdoors, and baseball, and was a hula hoop champion. In her later years, though, Jeannie started to slow down. And one day she had a fall. That’s when her
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LARKSPUR, Calif., May 13, 2024 – Skelly Wingard, RN, MSN and Chief Executive Officer of By the Bay Health, the largest independent nonprofit hospice organization in Northern California, joins the Board of Directors of the Marin County Office of Education’s (MCOE) School to Career (STC) Partnership. The School to Career Partnership is a public-private initiative
Being a caregiver is a selfless and noble undertaking. Whether you’re caring for an elderly parent, a family member with disabilities, or someone grappling with a chronic illness, your dedication is commendable. However, amidst the constant demands and responsibilities of caregiving, it’s imperative not to neglect your own well-being. This guide delves into the importance
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Newly combined organization aims to transform serious illness and end-of-life care with equitable access to high-quality, comprehensive, and integrated services across palliative, hospice, and home health care. LARKSPUR, SAN MATEO, DUBLIN, Calif., November 30, 2023 — By the Bay Health, Mission Hospice & Home Care, and Hope Hospice today announced they will merge to become
Hospice care is a vital aspect of the healthcare landscape, offering compassionate end-of-life support to individuals and their loved ones during a challenging phase of life. While the idea of becoming a hospice volunteer may seem daunting, this role can be profoundly fulfilling and gratifying. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons why being a
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Proposed Merger to Serve Nearly 1,000 Patients a Day and Strengthen Exceptional Support Services Including Hospice, Home Health, Palliative Care, and Pediatric Care LARKSPUR and SAN MATEO, Calif., September [21], 2023 — By the Bay Health (BTBH), a not-for-profit, and first hospice organization in California, and Mission Hospice & Home Care (Mission), San Mateo County’s
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Dealing with grief is a deeply personal and challenging experience. Whether you’ve lost a loved one, experienced a significant life change, or gone through a traumatic event, the grieving process can be overwhelming. While grief is a natural response to loss, sometimes it becomes necessary to seek professional help to navigate through the healing journey.
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When facing a terminal illness, hospice care can provide essential support and comfort to both patients and their families. It focuses on improving the quality of life during the final stages of an illness, offering pain management, emotional and spiritual support, and assistance with daily activities. If you or a loved one are considering hospice
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For the elderly living with diabetes, proper diabetic foot care is crucial for maintaining overall health and preventing complications. Diabetes can affect the circulation and nerve function in the feet, making them more susceptible to infections, ulcers, and other foot-related problems. In this blog, we will discuss essential diabetic foot care tips specifically tailored to
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