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How 3 Hospice Companies Are Beating the Workforce Shortage

Hospice News

Her idea was to return hospice to its mission-focused roots, leveraging technology for the timely identification of patient needs and reduced burden on staff, as well as developing a culture that has an emphasis on supporting employees as well as family caregivers.

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2022 Hike for Hope Results

Hope Hospice

DUBLIN, CA – The 2022 Hike for Hope on May 14 at Del Valle Regional Park broke both attendance and fundraising records with more than 1,300 registrants and over $180,000 in support raised for Hope Hospice’s patient care and community programs. The prior records were 702 hikers in 2011 and $114,758 in 2018.

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Why Patients with Lymphoma Are Less Likely to Receive Hospice

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Recently, Oreofe Odejide, MD, of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and colleagues published an analysis of hospice utilization among patients who died with lymphoma, and they made recommendations for improving patient care. 2011; 29 (6): 755-760. References: Peppercorn J. Smith T, Helft P, et al. J Clin Oncol.

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Patient Protectors

Chicago Caregiving

When staffing shortages impact patient care, advocates look out for patients’ best interests, says former nurse and current patient advocate Teri Dreher. Caregiving Magazine is committed to publishing a diversity of opinions. I tell everyone to be kind and patient with staff.

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Holistic Healers: The Value of Wound Care Nurses

Nurse.com

They must stay current on technology and trends, develop and execute treatment plans, treat patients with all wound types, and much more. From patient education to improved care outcomes, wound care nurses reach patients, families, caregivers, and other clinicians in ways that are both meaningful and lasting.

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The Fastest Growing US Hospice Companies

Hospice News

Tradition’s footprint has ballooned from a single location to more than 75 nationwide since Dorilton started backing the company in 2011, with acquisitions as a key driver. 5,000 again is a testament to our team’s relentless focus on providing exceptional patient care and superior clinical outcomes.”. . The company reached No.