Chicago Caregiving

APRIL 17, 2024

Family caregivers can help shape the outcomes for their loved ones – an ICU nurse explains their vital role Self-care, although often neglected by caregivers, is critical when looking after a loved one. April had been Marie’s caregiver at home for the past few years after Marie was diagnosed with end-stage Alzheimer’s.

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Chicago Caregiving

OCTOBER 19, 2022

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 presented that documentation and asked to see my client’s records.

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Hospice Nurse Hero

JANUARY 26, 2022

First, like all nurses, hospice nurses are required to document ALL patient care. Inaccurate and inconsistent documentation is a red flag and could have a negative impact on your patients, your license, and your agency. They also demonstrate how the team is educating and supporting the patient’s families and caregivers.

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Hospice Nurse Hero

MARCH 2, 2022

Yep, it goes to the grieving family about 2-3 months after the patient dies. So, when the survey asks about pain control, the “caregiver” is the one answering the question. Hopefully, you can see how important it is for you to communicate with the caregiver. Were there red flags or warning signs present?

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Home Care Pulse

JUNE 27, 2023

Laura is passionate about providing quality care and focuses on company culture, organized processes, and strategic growth. Laura has a team of over 40 administrative staff and 400 caregivers providing over 9,000 hours of service per week in the community. Our caregivers, of course, can do those medication reminders.

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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. Patients may forget even their closest loved one’s names, memories shared in a lifetime, current and past events, and even where they are. Patients will often wander and get lost at this stage.

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