Bella Care Stepping Stones
What is the Bella Care STEPPING STONES Program?
Bella Care's Stepping Stones Program exists to give strength and comfort to families and their loved ones as they embark on their final journey.
The Stepping Stones Program provides music, listening, touch, comfort, support and, above all, presence.
- Research indicates that hearing is often the last of the senses retained.
- Touch can relay as much, if not more, than talking.
- Presence involves members of the Hospice team, family and others as desired.
“The most important gift you can offer during a time of loss, is your presence.”
~Bella Care Hospice Team Philosophy
Why Bella Care STEPPING STONES Program?
- Individualizes care and support
- Bridges the gap in communicating and sharing
- Provides coaching as life’s journey ends
- Celebrates life memories
- Provides ongoing support and education
Some examples of the STEPPING STONES Program may include:
- Shoulder/hand massage
- Spiritual Support
- Sharing Life Stories
- Comfort Care
- Listening to Music
- Reading Poetry
- Life Review
- Therapeutic Touch
- Family Connection
- Sitting quietly
“Death is but a transition from this life to another existence, where there is no more pain and anguish. All the bitterness and disagreements will vanish, and the only thing that lives forever is love.”
~Elisabeth Kubler-Ross