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Reason for referral: Documentation tips for therapists

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

Why: Clearly articulate the reason for referral, which may stem from a recent medical event such as hospitalization with a decline in function, a fall, aspiration, communication difficulties, or other relevant factors. No specific medical event reported by nursing.” For further inquiries, she can be contacted here.

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Mental Health Awareness – Elder Care in Rockville, MD

Comfort Home Care

These conditions affect their quality of life and their willingness and/or ability to perform the activities of daily living (ADLs). Encourage your senior to take a class, volunteer their time, or attend social events. Remember that being engaged and active helps prevent cognitive decline and enhances overall mood.

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What the 7 Most Shocking Home Care Trends Mean for the Industry in 2022

Home Care Pulse

Step #2: Choose the right recruitment sources by learning how to navigate online job boards and social media, host virtual hiring events and in-person job fairs, work with a recruiter, and create a caregiver referral program. . Hold virtual hiring events . Network at career fairs . Incentivize employees with referral programs .

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No place like community: Discharge planning beyond the PHE

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

Home assessments should move well beyond home type, kitchen set-up, hallway width, bedroom and ADL analysis and shift into our patients’ “real world” in whatever sense neighborhoods and community are important to them. For community and home events, what is the preferred entrance and distance from transportation to entrance?

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