Resources for Navigating Care

Practical guidance about home health, hospice, Medicare, caregiving and what to expect along the way.

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Safe Home Environment & Fall Prevention During Hospice Care

As illness progresses, changes in strength, balance, and mobility can increase the risk of falls. Learn practical ways to create a safer home environment while supporting comfort, dignity, and peace of mind during hospice care.

Kelly Badger, MBA, BSN, RN
Director of Patient Care Services | Hospice

September 3, 2026

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Fall Prevention & Home Safety: Simple Ways to Reduce Your Risk at Home

Falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults, but many can be prevented. Learn practical ways to reduce fall risks, improve safety at home, and know when to reach out to your Benchmark Home Health team.

Amanda Wheeler, RN, Clinical Manager | Home Health

September 3, 2026

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How to Support Someone Who Is Grieving

Supporting someone who is grieving does not require the perfect words. A phone call, shared meal, quiet visit or listening ear can remind someone they are cared for and do not have to navigate grief alone.

Bernie Giesler, Patient Outreach Coordinator | Hospice

September 3, 2026

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There Is No Right Way to Grieve

Grief does not follow a schedule or look the same for everyone. During National Grief Awareness Month, Benchmark Hospice reminds families that grief can take many forms, and that there is no single “right” way to move through it.

Kendra Stewart, MSW | Bereavement Coordinator / Volunteer Coordinator

September 3, 2026

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Does Medicare Cover Home Health and Hospice? Costs & Eligibility

Yes, Medicare covers both when you qualify. See what each includes, what you pay, and how to get started with Benchmark in Houston and Montgomery.

Sherri Ballard | Director of Sales

October 5, 2026

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Does Medicare Cover Home Health and Hospice? Costs & Eligibility

Yes, Medicare covers both when you qualify. See what each includes, what you pay, and how to get started with Benchmark in Houston and Montgomery.

Sherri Ballard | Director of Sales

October 5, 2026

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Home Health vs. Hospice: Understanding the Difference

Home health and hospice both bring care into the home, but they serve different purposes. Home health is generally focused on recovery, rehabilitation and managing an illness or injury, while hospice focuses on comfort and quality of life for someone with a terminal illness.

Zach Chaumont, Administrator & Owner

September 3, 2026

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Fall Prevention & Home Safety: Simple Ways to Reduce Your Risk at Home

Falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults, but many can be prevented. Learn practical ways to reduce fall risks, improve safety at home, and know when to reach out to your Benchmark Home Health team.

Amanda Wheeler, RN, Clinical Manager | Home Health

September 3, 2026

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What Does Homebound Mean for Medicare Home Health?

Homebound means leaving home takes considerable effort because of illness or injury. See Medicare's criteria, real examples, and what it doesn't mean.

Amanda Wheeler, RN Clinical Manager

October 5, 2026

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What Happens After Your Doctor Refers You to Home Health?

Receiving a home health referral is often the first step toward recovering safely at home. Understanding what happens next can help you feel prepared and confident as your care begins.

Elizabeth Fullerton

September 3, 2026

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Is Home Health Right for Your Patient? Understanding Eligibility and Appropriate Diagnoses

Learn when patients may be appropriate for home health services, what diagnoses support skilled care, and how proper documentation helps strengthen referrals and compliance.

Sherri Ballard

September 3, 2026

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Safe Home Environment & Fall Prevention During Hospice Care

As illness progresses, changes in strength, balance, and mobility can increase the risk of falls. Learn practical ways to create a safer home environment while supporting comfort, dignity, and peace of mind during hospice care.

Kelly Badger, MBA, BSN, RN, Director of Patient Care Services | Hospice

September 3, 2026

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How to Support Someone Who Is Grieving

Supporting someone who is grieving does not require the perfect words. A phone call, shared meal, quiet visit or listening ear can remind someone they are cared for and do not have to navigate grief alone.

Bernie Giesler, Patient Outreach Coordinator | Hospice

September 3, 2026

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There Is No Right Way to Grieve

Grief does not follow a schedule or look the same for everyone. During National Grief Awareness Month, Benchmark Hospice reminds families that grief can take many forms, and that there is no single “right” way to move through it.

Kendra Stewart, MSW | Bereavement Coordinator / Volunteer Coordinator

September 3, 2026

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Does Choosing Hospice Mean Giving Up?

Choosing hospice does not mean giving up. It means shifting the focus toward comfort, dignity, quality of life and support for both patients and families during a serious illness.

Kelly Badger, MBA, BSN, RN, Director of Patient Care Services

September 3, 2026