Shining Light Hospice

DECEMBER 30, 2021

It is better described as a set of symptoms that include cognitive impairments in memory recall, thinking, communication, and socialization. Unfortunately, it will also interfere with the ability to perform activities of daily living such as eating, toileting, and bathing. Speech may or may not be present. What Causes Dementia?

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Hospice Nurse Hero

JANUARY 18, 2022

For instance, you may need to touch, feed, or even bathe a patient. As a nurse, it might be tempting to promise the family that you will be present when their loved one dies. If they ask you to attend a special event or family gathering, you might be inclined to say yes. Now, let’s break that down in a little bit more.

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GeriPal

JULY 6, 2023

I’m a geriatrically trained social worker and it was my grandmother. Here’s a Meals on Wheels handout and here’s a fall prevention handout, and we don’t have a social worker. But, for a majority, it’s a first time event. Greg: Yeah, great question. I got into this 31 years ago.

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