Hospice News

MAY 22, 2023

A newly established nonprofit organization aims to “transform” the end-of-life experience through the therapeutic use of psychedelics. The stated mission of Florida-based End of Life Psychedelic Care (EOLPC) is to educate health care providers, policymakers and the public as well as foster access to those substances for terminally ill patients. “Everyone deserves compassionate care as they face a terminal illness, and that includes education and access to the transformative potential of psyched

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AJN Off the Charts

MAY 22, 2023

This is the last in a series of four blog posts (listed below) by nurse and attorney Edie Brous that introduce readers to some of the many notable Black nurses of the past. We encourage readers to delve more deeply into these lives and their intersection with key aspects of nursing history, women’s history, and the long struggle against racist barriers. “ Honoring Notable Black Nurses of History “ “ Mahoney, Thoms, Franklin: Black Nurses and Reformers to Remember “

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Hospice News

MAY 22, 2023

Though older Asian-American adults may be less likely to discuss pain and symptom management needs with their health care professionals, they may be more receptive to the psychosocial support included in hospice and palliative care, according to recent research from VITAS’ Healthcare. About 63% of Asians indicated that they would want to receive emotional support services at the end of life, according to VITAS Healthcare’s annual Advance Care Planning Report.

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Minority Nurse

MAY 22, 2023

When Nick Escobedo DNP, RN, OCN, NE-BC , director of Inpatient Oncology at Houston Methodist Hospital, started his nursing career, he didn’t expect to land in oncology nursing. During May’s recognition of Oncology Nursing Month , Escobedo says the career has offered distinctive opportunities for personal and professional growth. “I went into a basic acute care setting right out of nursing school because I wanted to get a good, solid foundation for myself in practice,” Esc

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Hospice News

MAY 22, 2023

Most Americans know how they want their end-of-life care to be handled, but roughly 1 in 3 actually document those plans, a recent study indicates. The result often means a patient’s wishes are unknown or unmet. In 2021, Cigna Health Insurance entered a partnership with Koda Health to provide a platform for advanced care planning on a national scale.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

MAY 22, 2023

Older Americans Month May marks Older Americans Month, a time to celebrate the lives and contributions of people ages 65 and older. Older Americans are living longer, more productive lives than ever before, and they constitute a growing segment of the U.S. population. According to the 2020 Census, more than 55 million people aged 65 The post Older Americans Month appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Home Sweet Home In-Home Care

MAY 22, 2023

When a loved one passes away, it’s important to know what to do next. Our guide on what to do after a loved one dies can help provide guidance and support. After losing a member of family, the very last thing you want to do is complete a list of to-dos. The pain and loss alone are overwhelming enough. Taking time to work through your grief is essential.

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Traditions Health

MAY 22, 2023

Making the Transition from Facility Care to Home Health Care If you or a loved one receives care at a facility, at some point, you may want to get care at home instead. Patients turn to home health care for many reasons. Maybe they need help with specific therapy services or hands-on nursing skills, such as wound care. Or perhaps they feel socially isolated in a nursing home setting.

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Today's Caregiver

MAY 22, 2023

As you can well imagine, one of the most popular members of any Fearless Caregiver Conference Expert Question and Answer panel is the attorney. We have been blessed over the years to have local attorneys join us on the panels.

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Palliverse

MAY 22, 2023

Photo by Riho Kitagawa on Unsplash I’ve had relatives who’ve come in before but they never made it out, they died after a couple of weeks. When he was asked to come in we were pretty nervous, we didn’t quite know what to expect. Yeah, we were scared. We had to do something though. His tummy pain was real bad, but it was his anxiety and panic attacks that were the worst.

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Caring Senior Service

MAY 22, 2023

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition characterized by unintended and uncontrollable tremors. While tremors may start as small shakes in the hands, they become worse and can begin to interfere with tasks of daily living — like brushing your hair or folding your clothes. However, there are different assistive technologies out there that are designed to empower adults with Parkinson’s disease and help them maintain independence and safety at home.

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Nurse Nacole

MAY 22, 2023

Category: Fundamentals Absence seizures (petit mal) usually have a sudden onset, are brief (often lasting less than 10 seconds), and interrupt ongoing activities. The patient exhibits a blank stare and is usually unresponsive when spoken to.

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Home Care Pulse

MAY 22, 2023

Article Contents: – Introduction – Battling Burnout in Post-Acute Care – Brenda’s Story – Are Your Brenda’s At Risk of Leaving – How to RETAIN Your Top Care Professionals – Take the Initiative – Next Steps Article Contents: 1. Introduction 2. Battling Burnout in Post-Acute Care 3. Brenda’s Story 4.

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