Hospice News

OCTOBER 24, 2023

New Hospice Facility Launches in Arizona Bonnie Irr, a retired hospice nurse, is launching a new inpatient facility in southwestern Arizona to improve end-of-life care access to families in need. Patients will have the option to receive end-of-life care from a hospice provider of their choice.

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Hospice Nurse Hero

JANUARY 30, 2024

Finding the balance between compassion and the clock is critical for hospice nurses. Hospice is often portrayed as serene and peaceful. For hospice nurses, mastering time management is an essential skill for long-term success. One routine that I like is leaving my hospice bag and shoes in the same place every day.

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Hospice 101

JUNE 19, 2020

Hospice CNAs (who are known in the hospice world as HHAs or Home Health Aides) are incredibly special individuals and members of the hospice team who provide gentle, compassionate, end-of-life cares for hospice patients. June 18-24, 2020 is the week we celebrate Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

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Seasons Hospice

JULY 15, 2022

There are a variety of ways that hospice care providers can help relieve pain for their patients. Medication is often used to control pain, and hospice nurses are trained in how to administer medications safely and effectively. Hospice care teams can also provide emotional support to both patients and their families.

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Shining Light Hospice

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

The RN case manager will set up regular nursing visits at the patient’s home and will provide the bulk of the medical care. Home health aides provide help with activities of daily living such as bathing, when the patient requires that assistance. Chaplains are also available for spiritual care.

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Shining Light Hospice

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Unfortunately, it will also interfere with the ability to perform activities of daily living such as eating, toileting, and bathing. To keep them safe, they will need a full-time caregiver. It involves the patient, their family/friends, and the hospice team, all working in sync to provide compassionate end-of-life care.

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