Hospice News

MARCH 15, 2024

Another really important intervention is making sure patients, families and informal caregivers have sufficient understanding of the medications. Adverse drug events (ADEs) present on a spectrum from discomfort to medical emergency, so the impacts can range widely,” Krout told Hospice News in an email.

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GeriPal

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Summary Transcript Summary The proportion of people living with dementia who identify as Black/African Americans is on the rise , and so too are the proportion of caregivers who identify as Black/African American. Why a focus on Black/African American caregivers and people with dementia? We talk in particular about: Terminology.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Other key findings suggest that many in the United States don’t believe that nation is prepared to care for the aging population or the associated societal impact. While 76% of respondents indicated that they thought the aging population presented a problem, only 14% said the country was prepared to address it.

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Hospice News

APRIL 4, 2024

Calls are growing louder for Congress to build stronger reimbursement and workforce incentives aimed at improving the availability and sustainability of rural-based end-of-life care. NHPCO penned the letter in response to a recent Congressional Hearing on Enhancing Access to Care at Home in Rural and Underserved Communities.

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NHPCO

OCTOBER 6, 2023

More than 900 attendees and exhibitors joined for the in-person program which included action-packed days of keynotes, concurrent education sessions, networking opportunities, award presentations, and celebrations. We Honor Veterans presented the We Honor Veterans Outstanding Program Award to MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care.

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Hospice News

MARCH 25, 2024

Arizona-based Stoneridge Hospice launched services in 2020 with an aim to address a swelling aging population’s growing need for end-of-life care. You have to be broad enough while still maintaining quality to take care of and find patients. It’s an important piece of the puzzle not to limit yourself.

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NHPCO

JANUARY 12, 2024

Marcantonio commented, “At a time when costs have been increasing across the board and hospices are competing for a limited healthcare workforce, keeping hospice payments flat would put the squeeze on hospice providers even as patient demand for hospice care is expected to keep growing.

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Hospice News

JULY 31, 2023

Representatives from NHPCO, NAHC, NORC, along with hospice providers VITAS Healthcare and Delaware Hospice, presented the data during the briefing. Family feedback included reports that patients received the “right amount” of pain medication and services that aligned with loved ones’ goals of care and end-of-life wishes, she added.

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EAPC (European Association of Palliative Care)

JUNE 26, 2023

Call for Abstracts now open Abstracts are invited which present research findings or methodological contributions under the Research Seminar themes below, Public Health Palliative Care Compassionate Communities Death and grief literacy Engaging and working with patients, informal caregivers and citizens to shape palliative and end of life care, (..)

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Seasons Hospice

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Activities for Quality Time With Older Family Members Storytelling Sessions Sharing and listening to stories, whether from the past or present, create memorable moments and facilitate intergenerational understanding. Being fully present during interactions enhances the impact of the time spent together.

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Hospice News

APRIL 8, 2024

HopeHealth has been growing its pediatric hospice and supportive care service lines in recent years to address a range of unmet needs among seriously ill children and their families. HopeHealth provides home care, hospice, palliative and dementia care, as well as caregiver and grief support services.

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NHPCO

JULY 28, 2023

and Alexandria, VA ) – On Thursday, July 27 a panel of healthcare experts presented groundbreaking new research at a Capitol Hill briefing for Congressional offices, showing that patient use of hospice contributed to $3.5 billion in Medicare savings in 2019, while also providing multiple benefits to patients, families, and caregivers.

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NHPCO

APRIL 17, 2023

Americans are increasingly choosing hospice for end-of-life care. Intentionally underfunding that care should be a non-starter. Recent independent research demonstrates that hospice care resulted in reduced Medicare spending of $3.5 billion in 2019, while benefiting patients, families, and caregivers.

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Hospice News

MARCH 10, 2023

Croix Hospice continues to grow in response to the need for expert hospice care throughout the Midwest,” Bartness said in a statement. Mark Marjala is a proven leader who we are excited to bring on board to support and grow the best hospice caregiving team in the industry.

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Hospice News

JUNE 28, 2023

She has also presented and published literature on the different types of supportive services, including palliative, hospice, acute and post-acute care. Paradigm Health will remain mission-driven, and our main focus will be to support and invest in our caregiving team,” Worswick said in a statement. “We

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Traditions Health

APRIL 24, 2023

Studies have shown that patients with advanced Alzheimer’s who receive hospice care are likely to have better pain and symptom management than in a hospital or other medical facility. Additionally, patients’ families have also been shown to have a higher level of satisfaction with their loved one’s end-of-life care.

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GeriPal

MARCH 7, 2024

In addition to being a palliative and hospice RN, she is the Executive Director for Goodwin Hospice , a large non-profit hospice that added end-of-life doula care to their services in collaboration with Jane and John’s doula organization, Present for You. Jane, welcome to the GeriPal podcast. John: Yeah. I would add, too.

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SAGE Palliative Medicine & Chronic Care podcast

OCTOBER 21, 2020

This episode features Dr Yakubu Salifu (International Observatory on End of Life Care, Division of Health Research, Faculty of Health and Medicine, Lancaster University, Lancaster, Lancashire, UK). Family caregivers do not have easy access to professional support; they often have limited knowledge of disease progression.

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Always Best Care Senior Services

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Oftentimes, these supports come in the form of family caregivers – adult children caring for aging parents. However, many of these caregivers also have children of their own they are raising, in addition to careers and other obligations. Caring for their family and their senior parents can be demanding. Planning Ahead.

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Sahara Hospice Care

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Having a physical communication can also make it easier for them to understand and be present. For more information regarding hospice care , reach out to us at your preferred time. Recommended reading: – End of life care Planning. – Advantages of in-home hospice care in Houston, TX.

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Minority Nurse

MARCH 4, 2024

However, they also present unique emotional and physical challenges that require resilience, empathy, and a strong commitment to patient care. Complex care needs: LTC patients often have complex medical and personal care needs, requiring meticulous attention and patience.

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Additionally, I draw on my own personal experience as a caregiver to my older adult father, which started when I was twelve. He was in his early 60s when I was born, and he suffered a stroke in 1989, which threw our family into the post-acute medical care space and encouraged me to take on a caregiving role.

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Sahara Hospice Care

OCTOBER 11, 2021

From counseling to palliative care, each have a specific role in which the patient must respond to till their last days. Usually, hospice care provides patients with hearing aids, a third-party supporter who is present during decision making. Caregivers confirm everything to the patient to make sure they understand everything.

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Living With Hospice

JULY 27, 2022

Diverging a bit from the Hospice theme, in episode 44, Mitch explores another form of end-of-life care and the role of a "Death Doula". He explains the origins of a doula role in relationship to the dying process, and the recent resurgence of this in modern end-of-life care. " Let me say that again.

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High Peaks Hospice

MARCH 22, 2023

As we celebrate National Social Work Appreciation Month, it’s important to recognize the significant role Hospice Social Workers play in providing compassionate care to patients and their families during end-of-life care. The importance of Hospice Social Workers cannot be overstated.

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The Bucket-List Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Therefore, most stories are in the present tense. For those who have since passed, we share these in their memories with deep appreciation for what they have taught us about life and living. The tree cast a warm glow as gifts were exchanged and the family opened the presents Rob requested we find for them.

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Seasons Hospice

JUNE 22, 2022

Caring for The Caregivers in Your Life. If you have a friend who is in a season of caregiving for their loved one, there are some unique things you can do to care for them – and, in turn, care for their loved one. It is so important for caregivers to take time for themselves. Offer to Help.

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The Bucket-List Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Therefore, most stories are in the present tense. For those who have since passed, we share these in their memories with deep appreciation for what they have taught us about life and living. Our stories about meaningful experiences are written as they unfold. Some of the patients in these stories are no longer with us.

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The Bucket-List Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Therefore, most stories are in the present tense. For those who have since passed, we share these in their memories with deep appreciation for what they have taught us about life and living. Our stories about meaningful experiences are written as they unfold. Some of the patients in these stories are no longer with us.

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The Bucket-List Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Therefore, most stories are in the present tense. For those who have since passed, we share these in their memories with deep appreciation for what they have taught us about life and living. Our stories about meaningful experiences are written as they unfold. Some of the patients in these stories are no longer with us.

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Hospice Nurse Hero

JANUARY 30, 2024

or whatever day works best for both the facility and you ) Notify the patient’s family before your scheduled visit so they can make arrangements to be present if they want to. Remember – You are there to meet the needs of the patient and to educate the family and caregivers. Use checklists and cheat sheets.

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The Bucket-List Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Therefore, most stories are in the present tense. For those who have since passed, we share these in their memories with deep appreciation for what they have taught us about life and living. Our stories about meaningful experiences are written as they unfold. Some of the patients in these stories are no longer with us.

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GeriPal

MAY 25, 2023

Summary Transcript Summary Our guests today present an important rejoinder to the argument that we should refocus away from advance care planning (ACP). Did the caregiver feel heard and understood? Group visits are one way of reaching diverse communities to which advance care planning has not traditionally been targeted.

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Seasons Hospice

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Be present. And if they don’t want to talk, simply being present can be a comfort. Hospice Caregivers Support Group. This group is open to anyone who is providing care for a hospice patient. appeared first on Seasons Hospice OK | End of Life Care | Tulsa, OK. So, reach out and ask for help.

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Hospice Nurse Hero

JANUARY 11, 2022

However, you can support your patients at the end of life by understanding these basic tips. Be present. Listen and be present in the moment. Show Up and Be Present! If you are a new nurse or new to end-of-life care, it might be more natural to spend most of your time talking to the family and caregivers.

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Living With Hospice

APRIL 19, 2021

When we started this endeavor 15 months ago, if you would have asked me what I would consider success in this endeavor, I would have told you, "Well, our goal is to help as many people as we can, especially those folks who are knee deep in an end of life situation, either as a patient or as a caregiver. And I didn't see it.

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The Bucket-List Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Therefore, most stories are in the present tense. For those who have since passed, we share these in their memories with deep appreciation for what they have taught us about life and living. Our stories about meaningful experiences are written as they unfold. Some of the patients in these stories are no longer with us.

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