About Dr. McBryde joined VIA Health Partners in 2022. Education Davidson College - B.A. Science (1986) Medical University of South Carolina (1992) Residency Cook County Hospital, Emergency Medicine Fellowship Carolinas Medical Center, Sports Medicine Board Certifications - Emergency Medicine - Sports Medicine - Hospice Medical Director Physician Dr. John Peter (J.P.) McBryde, MD HMDC

Explore valuable caregiver resources from VIA Health Partners. Find support, information, and tools to help you provide compassionate care for your loved ones. Caregiver Resources Walking this path together . You are not alone on this journey. We support you each step of the way. VIA Tools, Resources, & Programs VIA Resource Documents VIA Care Guides Hospice, Palliative Care, & End-of-Life Organizations Specialty Care Resources Grief Resources More Available 24/7 • 365 Days a Year • Call Us Anytime: 833.839.1113 VIA Tools, Resources, & Programs VIA Tools, Resources, & Programs Whether you have just begun the conversation about Palliative Care or Hospice Care, or are caring for a loved one who has been receiving palliative or hospice care for a time, we offer a variety of resources for caregivers at all stages of the end-of-life journey. Hospice or Palliative Care? >> It can be difficult to know whether hospice care or palliative care is needed, and when the right time may be to make those healthcare decisions. By answering a few short and confidential questions, you can read more about what may be right for you or your loved one. Hospice Care >> Hospice is comfort-oriented care focused on quality of life for patients with a diagnosis of months, weeks, or days to live. We bring our care to you, whether in the home, assisted living community, long term care community, or hospital. Learn more about Hospice Care in the link above, or click the care path link below to read more about what Hospice Care with VIA Health Partners looks like. The VIA Hospice Care Path >> Palliative Care >> Palliative Care, or Palliative Medicine, helps those living with a serious illness maintain their quality of life while also providing support to family and loved ones. Learn more about Palliative Care in the link above, or click the care path link below to read more about what Palliative Care with VIA Health Partners looks like. The VIA Palliative Care Path >> Specialty Care We believe that each patient under our care deserves focused, tailored treatment designed to alleviate pain and symptoms unique to their diagnosis. We offer specialty care through our Dementia Care, KidsPath®(Pediatric Care), and Veteran Care programs. Dementia Care >> Pediatric Care >> Veteran Care >> Grief Support >> You are not alone. We listen . We support . We care . Grief is a normal, natural response to the loss of someone or something important. It is unique to the person experiencing it and is as individual as the relationship that brought it about. Because of this uniqueness and individuality, there is no set timetable for how a person goes through the process. Likewise, what is helpful for some people may not be helpful for others. Wherever you may be in the grief process, know you have support any time you need it. VIA Volunteer Program >> VIA Health Partners couldn't do what we do each day without our incredible volunteers. Through our volunteer program, we offer caregivers much-needed support. Learn more about the support our volunteers provide in the link above. Advance Care Directives >> Honoring the wishes of your loved one. We understand that talking about death and other end-of-life topics is difficult. Having conversations about advance care directives may be uncomfortable, but provide clarity when the time comes to utilize them. VIA Resource Documents VIA Resource Documents We offer caregivers a variety of documents to help at all stages of the end-of-life journey. The Final Journey >> The Final Journey is a 16-page book to aid in understanding and supporting those approaching the final stages of life. The information contained in The Final Journey shares insights on how the body prepares for the final journey. Checklist for Choosing the Right Hospice Provider >> Our checklist reviews 11 questions and answers to help you choose the hospice provider right for you and your loved one. Hospice Care - Dispelling the Myths >> Despite continual growth in awareness and access, society still harbors many myths about hospice and the care it provides. In this booklet, we review 10 of the most common myths about hospice care. Palliative Care - Dispelling the Myths >> Palliative Care as a specialty is a relatively new concept and often misunderstood. In this booklet, we review 8 of the most common myths about palliative care. VIA Care Guides VIA Care Guides Caring for a loved one at end-of-life can be filled with uncertainty. Here we offer care guides for the most common end-of-life symptoms so you can feel confident and empowered in caring for your loved one. Caregiver Care Guide - Anxiety >> A caregiver's guide to helping a loved one under hospice care with the symptoms of anxiety. Caregiver Care Guide - Constipation >> A caregiver's guide to helping a loved one under hospice care with the symptoms of constipation. Caregiver Care Guide - Dementia >> A caregiver's guide to helping a loved one under hospice care with the symptoms of dementia. Caregiver Care Guide - Pain >> A caregiver's guide to helping a loved one under hospice care with the symptoms of pain. Caregiver Care Guide - Seizures >> A caregiver's guide to helping a loved one under hospice care with the symptoms of seizures. Caregiver Care Guide - Trouble Breathing >> A caregiver's guide to helping a loved one under hospice care with the symptoms of trouble with breathing. Hospice, Palliative Care, & End-of-Life Organizations Hospice, Palliative Care, & End-of-Life Organizations There are many organizations that offer end-of-life resources and helpful information online. Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina (AHHC) >> VIA Health Partners is a proud member of AHHC of NC, an organization that advocates for patients, families, and providers in North Carolina. South Carolina Home Care & Hospice Association (SCHCHA) >> VIA Health Partners is a proud member of SCHCHA, an organization that advocates for patients, families, and providers in South Carolina. American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine >> AAHPM is an organization that works to spread education and awareness of hospice and palliative care and further advancements in care. North Carolina Area Health Education Centers (NC AHEC) >> NC AHEC's vision is for everyone in North Carolina to be healthy and supported by an appropriate and well-trained health workforce that reflects the communities it serves. Carolinas Center for Hospice & End-of-Life Care >> National Institute on Aging >> North Carolina Medical Society - End of Life Resources >> North Carolina Department of the Secretary of State - Advance Health Care Directive Registry >> North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Division of Medical Assistance >> Specialty Care Resources Specialty Care Resources There are many resources available to those caring for a loved one with a specialty diagnosis. ALS Resources ALS Association Publications................. www.als.org Alzheimer's Resources Alzheimer's Association Publications...... www.alz.org Cancer Resources Cancer Care Publications...................... www.cancercare.org National Cancer Institute Publications.... www.cancer.gov Dementia Care Program >> Learn more about our Dementia Care program. Pediatric Care Program >> Learn more about our Pediatric Care program, KidsPath. Veteran Care Program & Resources >> Grief Resources Grief Resources Wherever you may be in the grief process, know you have support any time you need it. Grief Care Program & Resources >> What's Your Grief................. www.whatsyourgrief.com Compassionate Friends........ www.compassionatefriends.org Grief.com............................ www.grief.com Caring Connections.............. www.caringinfo.org Grief Support Group Event Calendar >> Youth Grief Care Program & Resources >> Chameleon's Journey................ www.chameleonsjourney.org The Doughy Center.................... www.dougy.org

About Dr. Fisher joined VIA Health Partners in 2016. Education Wake Forest University - B.A. Biology Wake Forest University School of Medicine (2003) Residency Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, Emergency Medicine Board Certifications - Hospice Medical Director - Emergency Medicine Personal Interests Traveling internationally with family, medical mission trips, & being active outdoors Physician Dr. Christen (Chrissie) J. Fisher, MD HMDC

Mon, Oct 14 | Levine & Dickson Hospice House "Grief: The Reluctant Journey" Support Groups - Group 3 These are SIX-WEEK, closed grief groups guided by our counselors to promote conversation, healing and connection in your grief journey. A PRE-GROUP INTERVIEW IS REQUIRED BEFORE REGISTRATION. Time & Location 5 more dates Oct 14, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Levine & Dickson Hospice House, 11900 Vanstory Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA Select Different Date About the Event "GRIEF: THE RELUCTANT JOURNEY" SUPPORT GROUPS These are SIX-WEEK, closed grief groups guided by our counselors to promote conversation, healing and connection in your grief journey. A PRE-GROUP INTERVIEW IS REQUIRED BEFORE REGISTRATION. GROUP 3 Begins Monday, September 9 Weekly I 4:00 - 6:00pm Levine & Dickson Hospice House 11900 Vanstory Drive Huntersville, NC Contact our Lincoln Office (704. 732.6146) or Lake Office (704.375.0100) to register with a grief counselor Read More > Share This Event

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