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Navigating the Future: Care Planning for Solo Aging

Aging Life Care Association

By Jennifer Crowley, RN, CLCP, CMC As we journey through life, planning for the future becomes an essential part of our well-being. For solo aging individuals aging without a spouse, partner, or close family support long-term care planning takes on added significance. Ensuring that your future needs are met and your wishes are honored … Continue reading Navigating the Future: Care Planning for Solo Aging → The post Navigating the Future: Care Planning for Solo Aging appeared first o

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New Day Healthcare Acquires Patient Recovery Home Healthcare Services

Hospice News

The Texas-based home-based care provider New Day Healthcare has acquired the home health agency Patient Recovery Home Healthcare Services in Houston. Financial terms were undisclosed. The transaction marks New Days 14th successful acquisition to date and comes approximately one month after it acquired Christian Senior Care, also in Houston. Patient Recovery Home Healthcare has been in operation for 15 years and will not rebrand post-acquisition.

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The Healing Sound of Singing Bowls - Jesse Stark explains how sound healing creates a positive outlook on life and death

SevenPonds Blog

SevenPonds is rerunning some of its readers’ favorite interviews. This originally was published in November 2022. Jesse Starks first exposure to singing bowls occurred roughly a decade ago when his mother brought a good-sized crystal singing bowl over to his … Continue reading → The post <img src="[link] Healing Sound of Singing Bowls appeared first on SevenPonds Blog.

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Texas Hospice Physician Settles Fraud Case for Nearly $500K

Hospice News

A Texas-based physician recently entered a settlement to pay nearly half a million dollars for their alleged involvement in a hospice kickback scheme that transpired roughly four years ago. Dr. John Patterson agreed to pay $486,626 to resolve allegations of kickback payments received from Nursemind Home Care. Patterson is accused of certifying patients for hospice care who did not have a terminal condition and were not eligible to receive these services.

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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When an Older Loved One Loses a Pet… How to Offer Support and Comfort

American In-Home Care

For many older adults, a cherished pet is a steadfast companion, a source of unconditional love, and often a lifeline in times of loneliness. When that bond is severed by loss, the grief can feel unbearable. The emotional toll is profound, often exacerbated by feelings of isolation or a lack of understanding from others. If youre trying to provide support when an older loved one loses a pet, heres how you can help them process their grief and discover new sources of comfort and companionship.

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Transitioning Pediatric Patients Into Adult Palliative Care Programs

Hospice News

Navigating the nuanced differences of adult versus pediatric palliative care delivery can be a challenging feat for seriously ill youths as they age and transition between these two realms. Pediatric patients often experience burdensome care transitions as they reach adulthood, according to Dr. Daniel Karlin, associate clinical professor University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) David Geffen School of Medicine.

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When Your Child Has Questions About Dementia, Here’s How to Respond

Responsive Home Care

When a family member starts showing signs of dementia, children often become curious and worried. They might ask, “Why does Pop-Pop keep forgetting where he lives?” or “Is Granny upset with me because she can’t remember my birthday?” As a parent or caregiver, you may not have all the answers at your fingertips, but creating […] The post When Your Child Has Questions About Dementia, Heres How to Respond appeared first on Responsive Home Care.

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Living Your Core Values: How Healthcare Leaders Can Transform Workplace Culture

Healthy Workforce Institute

A healthy work culture doesnt happen by accident it happens by design. In healthcare, where high stress and competing priorities dominate the workplace, leaders play a critical role in shaping the environment. When core values like respect, compassion, and excellence are just words on a poster instead of guiding principles, the result is often disengagement, turnover, and even patient safety concerns.

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Pamela Duggan Runs the Boston Marathon to Give Back to the Hospital That Saved Her Baby’s Life

Daily Nurse

For Pamela Duggan, RN, of Medfield, MA, every mile of the Boston Marathon is personal. The longtime Tufts Medical Center nurse, mother of three, and first-time marathoner isn’t just running the iconic 26.2 miles this Aprilshe’s running for Tufts Medical Center and the people who not only helped her patients over the years but once saved her own child’s life.

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Мелбет Melbet закачать мобильное аддендум букмекера на Android

Elder Care Matters

, . , . … The post Melbet Android appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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Psychedelics and End of Life Care: Understanding the Legal Landscape

Healthcare Law Insights podcast

There has been a lot of buzz around psychedelics and particularly their potential usefulness in treating existential suffering at the end of life. Husch Blackwell was the first law firm in the country to establish a Psychedelics & Emerging Therapies practice group devoted to helping clinicians, researchers, and investors navigate the complex and difficult legal and regulatory issues involved in developing new therapies in this space.

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Raising Capital in a Highly Regulated Market

Healthcare Law Insights blog

This post is the second in our five-part series, Navigating Life Sciences Transactions , where our team of attorneys provides essential strategies and insights for successful life sciences transactions. What Investors Look for in Early and Late-Stage Funding Rounds and How Regulatory Compliance Impacts Valuation For early-stage life sciences and health tech companies, raising capital is about more than demonstrating scientific promise.

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Fundamentals

Nurse Nacole

Category: Fundamentals Calcium channel antagonists block the slow calcium channels in the myocardium and vascular smooth muscle, leading to coronary and peripheral vasodilation. They also reduce cardiac contractility, depress SA nodal activity and slow AV conduction.

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