What does a Health Care Chaplain do?
Spiritual support is a key but often overlooked and misunderstood component of caring for an older adult. It is a common misconception that if an… Learn More
Meal Modifications and Iyashi Care
Being able to eat foods you enjoy is key to a good quality of life. However, for those with serious or chronic illnesses, diet… Learn More
A Glimpse of a First Visit with an Iyashi Care Doctor
The first visit with any doctor may be a daunting one if you do not know what to expect. Iyashi Care’s whole-person approach to health… Learn More
I Statements – A Powerful Tool for Caregivers
When caregiving for a loved one, the first steps include identifying what to do. For example, if your parents’ financial affairs are not in order,… Learn More
How Iyashi Care Helped Improve the Quality of Life of a Kibei Nisei
“Receiving support from Iyashi Care has not only helped me as a caregiver but has also improved my uncle’s quality of life.” Aileen Tanimoto Matsuura… Learn More
Caring for the Caregiver: Iyashi Care’s Support for Patients and Their Loved Ones
The Ohashi Family and Iyashi Care In his ninth year of caregiving for his mother Terry, Dale has built up a network of resources for… Learn More
How Iyashi Care can Benefit the Millennial Generation
Relevance and Importance of Whole Person CareKeiro interviewed Michelle Hirano, family member of an Iyashi Care patient, who shared about her experience with Iyashi Care… Learn More
Iyashi Care Partnership: Continuing the Legacy of Whole Person Care
Keiro’s Iyashi Care program, a community-based palliative care partnership with Providence, first launched in fall 2017. However, the program’s inception goes back to a small… Learn More
What Primary Care Physicians Say About Iyashi Care
For many older adults, their primary care physician (PCP) is their main point of contact for addressing health issues. PCPs help their patients manage general… Learn More
Accepting Iyashi Care: A Sense of Family Responsibility
“My brother-in-law is just not fond of doctors. I’m not sure if he’s ever even been to see one his entire life. He won’t take… Learn More