At Abundant Hospice, our services extend to the family and friends who have been caring for their loved one even up to the end. Coping with the grief of losing someone, even after a long-term illness, can be devastating, which is why we offer bereavement support to all who are affected.
The passing of a close friend or family member affects everyone differently, but these are some feelings you might experience
Although this person has passed away, you still feel as if he or she has never left. In other words, accepting their death is a challenge.
Whether you were present, or you have just received word of your loved one’s passing, processing this event takes time. Thus, you may have a hard time believing the person is no longer physically present, which is normal.
Grief is often accompanied by anger. Whether dealing with a difficult situation on top of the loss or coping with memories, anger can take us by surprise. Acknowledging and resolving this phase is important to the grieving process.
Many people experience confusion at any point in the grieving process. This comes with having difficulty concentrating or sorting out your thoughts.
Naturally, you will feel sad at such a profound loss. Sadness, like any other emotion related to grief, can be expressed in numerous ways. Never feel like there is any one correct way, as this affects everyone differently.
Losing someone, even in the situation of a long illness, can still make you feel like your world has been profoundly shaken. It is not unheard of for a person to experience shock after their loved one’s passing.
This journey is not yours to undertake alone, and we understand that even when you are surrounded by family and friends, you can still feel overwhelmed by the gamut of emotions related to grief.
Our team wants you to know that you are part of our family, and we are here to help you whether you need advice, a hand to hold or just someone to listen.
At Abundant Hospice Care, we offer personalized bereavement support for our patients’ families and all who are affected by the loss. You can access our counselors for group support or if you need one-on-one counseling. We are here for you.
EXCELLENT Based on 82 reviews Jennifer Hernandez2024-07-16 Where do I begin, the love The care and tenderness that I received when my mom chose to go on her end-of-life journey was fantastic. I can't put into words How much I appreciate, miss Cindy. The staff at abundant hospice is great. They really did a lot for me. They helped me figure out everything as far as my mom's wishes & the DNR. They helped me understand how my life was gonna change for good without my mom. They sent me letters for a whole year with kind words. One of The chaplains who works for abundant hospice. I believe her name was miss Spring well. I asked her if she speak some words at my mom's services and she went out of her way and she went and was by my side and I can't tell you guys enough. How much I appreciated that so in my opinion, anyone who is looking for that love and care for their loved ones? Take abundant hospice into consideration because the staff is great and they really make you feel like a part of the family. They understand your grief. They understand your life is about to change and they won't turn their back on you. Mari Pena2024-04-24 Abundant Hospice is great!! I love that are on top of my residents care! The nurses and other staff are always on point! Travis Reeves2024-04-24 Abundant has been a God send for my father and family. Vanessa and Kim are family to us! In such difficult circumstances they are a rock to lean on and depend on. Vanessa Burnham2024-04-23 Dealing with Dad's dementia was such a challenge and an emotional roller coaster. Christine was willing to listen to all our woes, which I'm sure she'd heard many times before from other families. She listened. She cared. And, she helped make sure we did everything we could to make Dad comfortable in his final days. His nurse, Stephanie, showed great compassion and Dad was visibly at ease in her presence. Making the choice to pursue hospice is not an easy one, but Abundant worked with the whole family in our transition to life without Dad. I highly recommend Abundant! Cindy Cantu2024-04-19 Dear Abundant, Thank you so much for allowing me to be "the daughter" instead of the "hospice nurse!" The gratitude i have in my heart is so gigantic and beyond measure! Its been 2 months since my dad passed away, sooo, since I am having a hard time writing a review that would give justice to the care my pops and our family received, I decided to do something different, photos speak louder than words so please allow me to share these photos with Abundant and Abundant staffers... Because you took over, I was able to concentrate on my dad's wishes.. Who would have thought this man that was so full of life would pass away after a short 3 months on hospice!! I praise God I had you all because I allowed him to dream up his funeral.. His funeral wishes went something like this: "I want all my pallbearers to wear Dallas Cowboys jerseys..Bury me in the #12 Roger Staubach..I want all my pallbearers to wear the #12 too" "I want my dallas cowboys jerseys displayed at my funeral" "What color is my casket? I know it's blue but is it light blue or dark blue?" Me: "dark blue I think" Dad: with his hands gestering, he's says, "put stars on it" Thank you so so much for providing excellent care and thank you for everything you did for me..thank you for all the days off you provided me and thank you for all the support and love you continue to have for me! Rest in peace, Pops 2/17/24 Ruben Estrada Love, Cindy Cantu RNCM Abundant Hospice Since 2021 Walker Jackson2024-04-16 Extremely dependable, reliable, personable, and comforting. I would strongly recommend to anyone! Kim is the best and always goes above and beyond! Sandra Dee Mahone2024-04-16 On behalf of my sister I’m writing this review for the special care she so needed from Abundant Hospice, she kept trying to take care of her husband herself but it was so much attention of lifting and helping him to the restroom it was 24/7 . Since she and her daughters decided to keep him home and take care of him themselves. They all realized she needed help to care for her him even more than they could offer. The word Hospice scarred my sister and knowing strangers would be assisting someone so dear to her, when she decided to reach out to find the right company she was referred to Abundant Hospice of San Antonio Tx even though she lived in Seguin Tx this company did not fail her expectations of service they offered her. The sweet ladies, Crissi and Christine that came into their home to explain the services carried such a loving caring respect to my sister and her family, we were all there to hear about how this was going to help my sister. We cant express enough of the service she had experienced with them. The prompt service and kindness we watched as the ladies from the staffing of Abundance Hospice would come and attend to my brother in law. I witnessed myself the respect from the young lady, Vanessa that came in and bathed and changed him with her sweet and gentle kind person she was. My sister and her daughter expressed to me how much they appreciated these ladies! Being a caregiver over my husband and know numerous of others that have had such bad experiences with other companies that did not express this kind of loving care of our loved ones. I salute to the owners of Abundant Hospice for finding such loving caring people to work for their company. And I salute to these beautiful ladies that step out to do such service with such kind respect to our families.It matters to us when a stranger comes into our lives to help care of our loved ones to be kind and respectful. Thank you Abundant Hospice for being there for all of us who are in need of this kind of care. Crissi Gonzalez2024-04-16 My family and I absolutely love the Abundant team. The care they provided for my uncle showed compassion and kindness all the way! I’m so grateful for their support they provided to my Aunt and her family! Thank you so much for the best care, love, and support, Abundant Hospice! Maria Martinez2024-04-16 Darrel Case2024-04-16 our nurse Stephine Heartman and case worker Angela made our experience calm and filled with genuine care! they upheld their position with the utmost respect and professionalism! The support that was given to the entire family was more than we could have asked for! they were an absolute blessing in a time of great sadness! thank you for what you do, your generosity will not be forgotten!