Hospice News

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Hospice leaders have kept their eyes on four key numbers as 2022 progressed: clinical capacity, length of stay, labor costs and utilization. A fifth, the rising number of new hospices in certain states, has emerged as a priority in recent weeks. These metrics are key to understanding what hospices experienced this year. Though most aggregated, industry-wide data will not be released this year, common themes have emerged in statements from individual providers that offer insights.

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HopeHealth

DECEMBER 21, 2022

A 90-year-old hospice volunteer reflects on 22 years of writing patients’ life stories and comforting families after loss. “My life has been enriched beyond words,” she says. The post “This is what life is about”: The legacy of a 90-year-old hospice volunteer appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Solace

DECEMBER 21, 2022

As we say goodbye to 2022, we do so knowing that some of us have lost loved ones dear to us and all of us have lost public figures we admired — actors, politicians, musicians, writers — who made a difference with their talents and leave a legacy behind. ​​Madeleine Albright, 84. Albright served as the first female Secretary of State and later worked as a Georgetown professor and author of several memoirs.

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Daily Nurse

DECEMBER 21, 2022

San Luis Obispo nurse Elissa Molfino is used to caring for her patients, but her patients’ pets, not so much. But that’s what happened when she volunteered to do when a patient who’d suffered a bad fall showed up at the French Hospital Medical Center. Molfino can now add crisis dog rescuer to her resume […].

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Today's Caregiver

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Social Security-related scams continue to be widespread, especially during the holidays. Criminals pretending to be from Social Security and other federal government agencies are tricking victims into sending money or sharing personal information.

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Chicago Caregiving

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Keep your loved ones with dementia safe through this holiday’s winter storms. While the snow, wind, and colder temps coming this week are a major inconvenience for most of us, for individuals with dementia, they can be life-threatening. The fact that the winter storm’s arrival coincides with the holidays is creating a quandary for families as they consider travel, holiday family gatherings, and religious holiday services.

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Hope Hospice

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Caregivers need to be creative in planning activities for dementia patients, keeping in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. Painting/drawing : Art brings joy to many, but you may need to adjust the method for those whose declining fine motor skills prevent holding brushes and the like. Suggest a theme or provide a couple of inspiration images.

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Living Assistance Services

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Christmas is almost here, and we’d like to take a moment to offer our best wishes to all: our clients and their families, the exceptional.

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Caregiver Support Services

DECEMBER 21, 2022

When you notice that a loved one doesn’t recognize familiar faces and places or they display odd behavioral changes, don’t write it off as aging. These are the warning signs of dementia. You should know that not all dementia is Alzheimer’s disease, and not all types of dementia are irreversible. The Mayo Clinic explains that while Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, some types of dementia may be the result of a reaction to a medication, a nutritional deficiency, an infection, or eve

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AT Home Care & Hospice

DECEMBER 21, 2022

For most, the holidays are a time of joyous celebrations with family, friends, and delicious food. When you are living with a loved one or know a close someone with a terminal illness, the traditional holiday times don’t always carry the same cheer. Hospice is one service that can significantly alleviate some of the burden. The post Hospice During the Holidays appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Seasons Hospice

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Life after retirement can be both exciting and daunting at the same time. For some, the idea of no longer having to go to work every day is thrilling. But for others, the sudden lack of structure can make the adjustment challenging. If you’ve recently retired and are feeling lost, don’t worry – you’re not alone! Here are six ways to socialize during the week and make the most of your newfound freedom. 1.

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Nurse Nacole

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Category: Fundamentals Bacteria that cause UTIs originate in the fecal flora, colonize the vagina and periurethral introitus and ascend to the urethra and bladder. In the bladder, the bacteria multiply and travel up the urethra to the renal pelvis and parenchyma.

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Nurse.com

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Statistics show the nursing shortage is still a crisis, but 2023 could be a turning point. Front-line nurse don’t need numbers to know that the nursing shortage is wreaking havoc on their workplaces. Nevertheless, the data do make a convincing case that it’s past time to get serious about making changes. And in 2023, recruiting and retaining good nurses could be the most critical area of focus in determining a hospital’s success.

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