Hospice News
JUNE 16, 2025
Empath Health is making investments in its workspaces and technology to improve patient care and the employee experience. As part of this initiative, the nonprofit recently sold one of its service center locations, an administrative office, located in Pinellas County, Florida. The center was initially established by Suncoast Hospice, which is now an Empath Health affiliate.
AlayaCare
JUNE 17, 2025
TORONTO, ON – June 16, 2025 – AlayaCare, a leading provider of cloud-based home and community care solutions, is proud to announce the Canadian launch of Layla, an AI-powered conversational assistant designed to transform how care is delivered across the country. Now available to AlayaCare customers nationwide, Layla provides real-time, secure access to vital information through a conversational chat interface, supporting both caregivers and administrators in delivering higher-quality care with
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Hospice News
JUNE 12, 2025
Creative Hospice Care Inc. CEO Mahlega Abdsharafat has agreed to pay $9.2 million to settle allegations that the company and its affiliates were involved in fraudulent activities. The settlement was released by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) on Wednesday resolved three lawsuits brought against the Georgia-based company and its affiliates, collectively dubbed the Creative Hospice entities.
HopeHealth
JUNE 16, 2025
At the end of life, a hospice aide brings patients comfort, dignity and often much more. Family members share what CNA Nancy Fraser means to their loved ones. The post “She took the time”: A hospice aide’s gift, one patient at a time appeared first on HopeHealth.
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Traditions Health
JUNE 15, 2025
If you or your loved one needs home health care, either on a long- or short-term basis, a vital member of your care team will be a home health aide. The first home health aides worked during World War I , and since then, they’ve become essential for patients and their families. Home health aides, sometimes also referred to as certified nursing assistants (CNA) or state-tested nurse aides (STNA), are healthcare workers who receive their training through a state-approved program, which includes bo
Minority Nurse
JUNE 12, 2025
I was not looking for a standing ovation. I just wanted a reply. Something simple to acknowledge that I had followed the process, submitted what was needed, and did my part. Instead, I was met with silence. The kind that leaves you second-guessing yourself. That moment stuck with me. In nursing, we are expected to show up fully, carry the weight, follow through, and then some.
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Together for Short Lives
JUNE 11, 2025
Following the Spending Review 2025, Together for Short Lives has called on ministers to deliver the government’s plan to provide the best start in life by investing in care and support for the growing number of seriously ill children and their families. The UK’s leading children’s palliative care charity has welcomed the Chancellor of the […] The post Invest in palliative care to give seriously ill children the opportunity to succeed, says Together for Short Lives appeared first on Togethe
Diversity Nursing
JUNE 13, 2025
It's encouraging to see the growing recognition of the "fourth trimester", the crucial postpartum period extending from birth to three months or even a year after delivery. For too long, the focus in maternal care has primarily been on pregnancy and childbirth, often leaving new mothers to navigate the complex physical, emotional, and social changes of postpartum on their own.
Daily Nurse
JUNE 12, 2025
Collaboration among nurses and other healthcare professionals is central to the delivery of high-quality patient care in almost any clinical setting you can name. Nurses are collaborative by nature, and it’s hard to imagine what nursing care would look like without it. The Centrality of Collaboration According to Merriam-Webster , the word collaborate is defined as “ to work jointly with others or together, especially in an intellectual endeavor.
Responsive Home Care
JUNE 15, 2025
People living with dementia often find comfort in the familiar. What might seem like a small shift to most—a chair moved, a visitor in the living room, a shadow stretching across the hallway—can become a major source of stress and confusion for someone with cognitive decline.
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Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.
CareTime
JUNE 16, 2025
You’ve built a successful home care agency. Your caregivers are reliable. Your operations are humming. Your clients trust you. Home care services focus on non-medical support, such as assistance with daily living activities, while skilled home care services provide medical care delivered by licensed professionals. home care clients Now, you’re thinking about what’s next.
Diversity Nursing
JUNE 17, 2025
Pride Month in June is a vibrant and essential time for celebration, advocacy, and raising awareness for the LGBTQ+ community. We see rainbow flags adorning hospitals, clinics, and communities, and it's a wonderful display of solidarity. But as Nurses, our commitment to providing safe, respectful, and affirming care for our LGBTQ+ patients must extend far beyond a single month.
Daily Nurse
JUNE 16, 2025
As the number of cancer survivors in the U.S. is projected to reach 22 million by 2030, oncology nurses are stepping into increasingly critical roles—not only in helping patients survive cance r but in ensuring they thrive after treatment. One of the most pressing yet often overlooked issues in survivorship is lymphedema, a chronic condition that affects up to 82% of breast cancer patients.
Elder Care Matters
JUNE 16, 2025
Navigating the hidden costs of long-term care can be overwhelming. From unexpected fees to limitations in Medicare and Medicaid coverage, families need to plan to ensure they’re financially prepared. In this article, we break down the true costs of long-term care and offer practical advice on how to financially prepare for the future, ensuring your loved ones get the care they deserve without compromising your financial stability.
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Hospice News
JUNE 17, 2025
Hospices are seeing the potential for caregiver support improvement in the first year of the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) payment demonstration. Intended to improve care management, caregiver education and respite access for dementia patients and their families, the GUIDE model could have significant impacts, according to Dr. Marny Fetzer, chief medical officer at Hospice of the Chesapeake.
NHPCO
JUNE 11, 2025
HIGHLIGHTS Support the home care workforce Click below to quickly & easily advocate for care at home The National Alliance for Care at Home is calling on all members and advocates to take immediate action to protect and strengthen access to home-based care. Congress is actively considering a number of policies that could dramatically impact patient access to essential services, the care at home workforce, and reimbursement for these vital services.
CareTime
JUNE 11, 2025
When families begin the search for home care, they’re not just comparing services or checking prices. They’re navigating an emotional process filled with concern, urgency, and the desire to do what’s best for someone they love.
Daily Nurse
JUNE 13, 2025
As the nursing profession confronts persistent workforce shortages, the Community College of Denver (CCD) is stepping up with a game-changing solution for Colorado and beyond. The college has officially launched a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) bridge program—providing a flexible, cost-effective, and accelerated pathway for working LPNs to become Registered Nurses (RNs).
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Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.
Healthy Workforce Institute
JUNE 11, 2025
If you want to create a healthy work culture and truly address disruptive behaviors, there’s one thing you absolutely must do – start building a stronger partnership with HR. As someone who works with healthcare leaders across the country, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard both sides of the same frustrating story. A leader reaches out, ready to take action on a toxic employee – they’ve finally had enough.
Hospice News
JUNE 17, 2025
As we await the announcement of the Future Leaders Class of 2025, Hospice News, in partnership with our exclusive sponsor, Homecare Homebase , wanted to check in with some of our Future Leaders alumni to learn what has changed since they earned their Future Leaders honor. To learn more about this program, visit [link]. What did it mean to you personally and professionally to be honored as a Future Leader?
NHPCO
JUNE 13, 2025
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Three Oaks Hospice
JUNE 13, 2025
A congestive heart failure (CHF) diagnosis can bring feelings of uncertainty for both patients and their loved ones. As the condition progresses to its final stage, many families find themselves asking: What are the signs that the end is near? And how can we keep our loved one comfortable during this time? Recognizing the [.
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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.
Daily Nurse
JUNE 17, 2025
In nursing, empathy is essential—but for Rachel Stewart, BSN, RN, empathy comes with a lived perspective that few can match. In 2020, Stewart, a nursing student preparing for finals, was suddenly faced with an unexpected medical crisis that changed her life in an instant. Rushed to the hospital with internal bleeding and a collapsed lung, she was diagnosed with a massive spinal nerve tumor that had invaded her lung and spine.
Caregiver Support Services
JUNE 12, 2025
Caring for a loved one can be a deeply fulfilling and meaningful experience. Whether you’re supporting an elderly parent, a partner with a chronic illness, or a family member recovering from surgery, your role is vital. However, caregiving also comes with immense emotional, physical, and mental demands. Over time, these challenges can accumulate and become overwhelming, signaling that it may be time to seek additional support.
Hospice News
JUNE 17, 2025
Hospice providers and technology vendors are not ready to transition to the Hospice Outcomes and Patient Evaluation (HOPE) tool by its Oct. 1 implementation date, according to comments on the 2026 proposed hospice payment rule by the National Alliance for Care at Home. The Alliance in its comments recommended that the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to hold off on implementation until at least six months after the agency’s education, training and final validation specific
NHPCO
JUNE 17, 2025
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The Caregiving Years Training Academy
JUNE 15, 2025
A CORE routine helps you manage your daily caregiving stress. When I cared for my parents, I tried so hard to stick to a routine that helped me manage my stress. A caregiving experience, through, is the great routine interrupter. I think I needed support to create and maintain my routine. I’d love to find out what happens when you receive support for a routine you develop to help manage stress.
Nurse Nacole
JUNE 12, 2025
Category: Critical Care Nursing Treatment of torsades de pointes includes discontinuing QT-prolonging agents, correcting electrolyte derangements, administering magnesium and increasing the ventricular rate with isoproterenol or temporary pacing.
Bayshore Care Home
JUNE 16, 2025
How To Choose The Best Professionals For At-Home Senior Care Selecting the right at-home senior care professional is a critical decision that can greatly impact a loved one’s safety, comfort, The post Senior Care in Pasco County, Hillsborough County, Clearwater, Tampa and Surrounding Areas first appeared on Bayshore Home Care.
Hospice News
JUNE 13, 2025
North Dakota-based Hospice of the Red River Valley has rebranded as HIA Hospice. The new name stands for “hearts in action,” a motto the nonprofit has adopted for more than 40 years, according to HIA Hospice Executive Director Tracee Capron. The rebranding reflects the organization’s evolution of hospice services and its growing geographic footprint, Capron indicated.
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