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This trip is not about politics. It is about people. Taking Patient Voices to Capitol Hill On September 21 and 22, I will be traveling to Washington, D.C., to participate in HPNA on the Hill with the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association. This trip is an opportunity to join nurses and other hospice and palliative care professionals in conversations with policymakers about the needs of patients, families, caregivers, and the professionals who care for them. Why This Matter

Right Time Care Partners is excited to participate in the Community Connections Expo/Festival on Friday, September 25, 2026, at the VFW Hall in Bedford. This event brings community resources, local vendors, entertainment, food, and opportunities to connect together in one place. Stop by the Right Time Care Partners table to: Learn how a patient advocate can support you or someone you love Ask questions about healthcare planning and care coordination Explore ways to organize i

Have you ever left a healthcare appointment and realized you were not sure what happens next? Maybe you thought of questions after you got home. Perhaps you were trying to understand an insurance decision, find support for a loved one, or make an important healthcare choice without knowing where to begin. That is why I created The Right Time Today, the monthly newsletter from Right Time Care Partners. Each issue offers practical information to help individuals and families be

What is an advance directive? An advance directive is a way to document your healthcare wishes before a crisis happens, so your voice is heard even if you cannot speak for yourself. This may include: A living will A healthcare power of attorney Preferences for life-sustaining treatments Why this matters more than you think Without clear direction: Families are often forced to make decisions in crisis There can be confusion, guilt, or disagreement Care may not align with what

What’s really happening Frequent ER visits are often not about a single issue they’re a sign of system breakdown: Lack of clear care plans Poor communication between providers Unmanaged symptoms at home Families unsure what to do in the moment Common triggers Patients often return to the ER due to: Shortness of breath or uncontrolled pain Medication confusion or side effects Falls or sudden changes in condition Anxiety or uncertainty about what’s “normal” What families are mi

What families often think Many families believe hospice is only for the final days of life. In reality, hospice is meant to support patients and families much earlier, when the focus begins to shift from curing to comfort. Signs it may be time to consider hospice You might consider hospice when: There are frequent hospitalizations or ER visits Treatments are no longer improving quality of life There is progressive decline (weight loss, weakness, more time in bed) Managing sym