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Two CEOs Retire, Three Hospice Leadership Teams Grow

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As for myself, my years at hospice have taught me about the value and appreciation of time, and I look forward to spending it with family and friends, interests, and new pursuits.” “This is a special place to work, where everyone shares our mission of providing compassionate care for those facing serious medical challenges.

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Voices: ??Dr. Khai Nguyen, National Medical Director, Geriatrician, CHAP

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He was in his early 60s when I was born, and he suffered a stroke in 1989, which threw our family into the post-acute medical care space and encouraged me to take on a caregiving role. Hospice News: What career experiences do you most draw from in your role today? For those who don’t know, what is CHAP? What does it stand for?

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Between Two Urns: Undertaker Thomas Lynch

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We cover a wide range on this topic, weaving in our own stories of loss with Thomas’s experiences, stories, and poems from years of caring for families after their loved one’s have died. Summary Transcript Summary (We couldn’t resist when Miguel Paniagua proposed this podcast idea and title. This is Eric Widera. Alex 00:03 This is Alex Smith.

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Voices: Michael Porpora, President – Hospice Division, OnePoint Patient Care

Hospice News

I was able to experience firsthand the complexity she dealt with daily — from managing various symptoms in patients, to ordering medications and supplies, to working through emotional family dynamics in each home. Hospice News: What career experiences do you most draw from, in your role today? What has OnePoint done to address these concerns?

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ProMedica Scales Down Operations; New Inpatient Facilities Open at Beacon Hospice, Holy Name Medical Center, The Hansen House

Hospice News

The closures are part of the nonprofit health system’s strategic plans to divest its home health care services, the company indicated in a letter penned to the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services. The new inpatient facility is set to open in spring 2024, and will feature 18 private patient rooms and a family gathering area.

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Summer Sun Safety Month in Highland Park

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Remember that these tips are true for everyone and if you need help following any of them feel free to ask for help from a family member, friend, certified caregiver, or in-home care provider. Outdoor family activities are also provided. Sun Protection to Avoid UV Rays Today. Seek shade and dress appropriately.

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Evaluating Alternate Payment Models in Hospice and Palliative Care

Hospice News

This article is based on a Hospice News discussion with Daniel Schwartz, Chief Strategy Officer at Elara Caring, Devin Woodley, VP of Managed Care Contracting and B2B Sales at VNS Health, Gavin Baumgardner, VP and National Medical Director for Complex and Palliative care at Amedisys, and Anthony Spano, Director of Client Development at Netsmart.