Hospice News
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
In many instances, hospices will not be able to provide care if patients lack the support of a family caregiver. Debra Parker Oliver, a professor in the division of palliative medicine at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, is currently researching behavioral interventions to enhance the lives of caregivers for family members with advanced illnesses.
Daily Nurse
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Like many 2020 graduates, I was forced out of school and thrown into a mid-pandemic job search which, for a time, yielded nothing but rejection as most companies were reeling from the early days of lockdown. Eventually, The Cleveland Clinic asked me to join their Covid team at their main campus’ laboratory. I felt lucky […].
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The Bucket-List Blog
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Our stories about meaningful experiences are written as they unfold. Therefore, most stories are in the present tense. Some of the patients in these stories are no longer with us. They, and their families, gave us permission to share their experience with you. 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.
Responsive Home Care
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
It’s been a while since you’ve been able to spend time with Mom. Now that the holiday season is here, you will have some quality time to catch up. Of course, you’ll want to make the most of this time with each other, but it’s also the perfect time to assess how she is really […]. The post Important Questions When Visiting Parents Over The Holidays appeared first on Responsive Home Care.
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Nurse Nacole
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
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Together for Short Lives
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
We’re thrilled to announce that the BNP Paribas Skate Day held earlier this month raised an incredible £40,000 in support of Together for Short Lives and seriously ill children across the UK! BNP Paribas hosted a magical Christmas Skating event at Somerset House in London and chose Together for Short Lives as the beneficiary for […]. The post Magical Skate Day raises £40,000 for seriously ill children appeared first on Together for Short Lives.
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Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Lung cancer is often overlooked because people think it’s only associated with smoking, but really it affects those who have never smoked as well. The leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States is lung cancer. During Lung Cancer Awareness month we stand together across the nation to fight lung cancer, encourage screening, and learn to recognize possible signs.
Seasons Hospice
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
What Is Palliative Care? When having a loved one that is dealing with a terminal disease, you may come across the option of Palliative care. Palliative care is a type of medical treatment that helps to improve the quality of life for people living with serious illnesses. It focuses on providing relief from pain and other symptoms, while also offering psychological and emotional support.
Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
We’re honoring another amazing Hero of the Month this November. This caregiver has shown us all what dedication and compassion look like in the home care field. She really cares for her clients and what she does! Freedom Home Care Hero: Nakala Griffin. Please join us in congratulating Nakala Griffin, Freedom Home Care’s Caregiver of the Month!
Caring Senior Service
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Pneumonia in seniors happens quickly and has a poor prognosis. Seniors are susceptible to their pneumonia being severe. Discover the real danger pneumonia can pose for your elderly loved ones.
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