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What You Need to Know About Parkinson’s and In-Home Care

Comfort Home Care

From the characteristic tremors and rigidity to challenges with balance and mobility, Parkinson’s presents a unique set of obstacles that can make even the simplest tasks daunting. Living with Parkinson’s Disease presents numerous challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone.

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The Secret is Out: Hospice Recertification Made Easy!

Hospice Nurse Hero

Simply put, you must compare the present to the past. For example, if your patient was eating 50% upon admission and able to feed themselves, and now they require assistance with feeding and are only eating 25%, you should state it in detail. ADLS : dependent in all ADLs; frequently agitated; occasionally delusional.

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The Ultimate Guide to Caregiver Training in 2022

Home Care Pulse

According to our surveys, caregivers with a lack of proper training on the subject find the following tasks the most challenging: handling violent or abusive behaviors, trouble communicating, challenging emotions, finding appropriate activities, and feeding/eating challenges.

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