Hospice News

AUGUST 11, 2023

Pandemic-related headwinds that strained hospice referrals may have lingering impacts on how providers are approaching their community outreach and marketing efforts. Referrals from assisted living and skilled nursing facilities represent a large portion of hospice patients, along with hospital and health system referrals. Limited access to facility-based settings during the pandemic caused hospice referral volumes to drop significantly, posing financial and operational challenges for many provi

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 11, 2023

Whether in a mass shooting, urban violence, self-harm, or intimate partner violence, the damage caused by firearms is something emergency nurses know firsthand – they see it and experience their trauma every day while simply trying to save the lives of those injured by a firearm. As the leading voice for emergency nurses, the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) has a vested interest in the impact of firearms violence because of its direct relationship to injury prevention, patient care, and the h

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Hospice News

AUGUST 11, 2023

A community-based research project launched by California-based YoloCares has revealed that a lack of culturally appropriate educational opportunities is fueling hospice disparities among two underserved groups – Native American populations and rural patients. The hospice and palliative care provider launched a three-year community health needs assessment initiative aimed at better understanding the barriers of access and utilization among rural and Native American communities across its service

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

We offer a support system for people with cancer and their family, friends and caregivers. Our programs and services help answer your questions about cancer, manage life with cancer, find community and connection, and build wellness and resilience. Many of our programs are available in different languages. We’re here to help answer your questions and support you throughout your cancer journey.

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Happy Healthy Caregiver

AUGUST 11, 2023

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

Looking to Simplify the Process of Applying for the Disability Tax Credit? We have designed a way for Canadians and medical practitioners to fill out the most disliked form. Without having to fill out that form. Visit their web page The post Disability Tax Credit Application Help appeared first on Hospice Quinte.

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

211 is a helpline that easily connects people to the social services, programs and community supports they need. Visit their web page The post 211 Ontario appeared first on Hospice Quinte.

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AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)

AUGUST 11, 2023

By Lama El Zein There is an increasingly broad push for a movement towards improving the quality of care at a lower cost for everyone, but especially for patients with serious illnesses, given the historically high cost of their care. The waste in the healthcare system in the United States has been estimated to reach as much as $935 billion, with 25 percent appearing to be avoidable (Shrank, et al. 2019).

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

For many, managing all your social media accounts and other online login information can be a hassle under the best of circumstances. Now imagine having to pass all that information on to a loved one after hearing you have a terminal illness. Your digital presence online is something that will likely be there forever, so it’s important to consider how you will hand over control of your accounts to someone you trust.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 11, 2023

Increasingly, Medicare Advantage (MA) plans have found real value in offering community-based palliative care as a supplemental benefit. Since 2018, the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has allowed MA health plans to cover supplemental benefits for eligible patients. This flexibility has allowed insurance companies to offer assistance beyond what is available within traditional Medicare, including palliative care for members, delivered right to the home.

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

Grieving the death of a loved one can be a very daunting and painful experience. We would like to be there for you if you are going through this and feeling the need for support. This 13 session program consists of excellent videos featuring experienced grief counsellors and people sharing experiences of their grief journey. These teachings help us understand that grieving is normal and is different for everyone.

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

With Kids Help Phone’s texting service, you can chat with a trained, volunteer crisis responder for support any time, about anything, via text message. Visit their web page The post Kids Help Phone appeared first on Hospice Quinte.

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

The Crisis Intervention Centre is a community mental health program located in the Women’s Christian Association wing on the fourth floor (WCA 4) at Belleville General Hospital. Our multi-disciplinary team is ready to respond to crisis calls and offer emergency mental health intervention in the form of assessments, referrals, short-term crisis resolution or simply information.

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

Whether you want to learn more about the programs and services we offer, or find dementia-related information specific to your needs, the Alzheimer Society has the education and resources to help you. Visit their web page The post Hastings-Prince Edward Alzheimer Society appeared first on Hospice Quinte.

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

Have you or someone you know been diagnosed with a lung disease such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD ) (chronic bronchitis and emphysema), pulmonary fibrosis, bronchiectasis, pulmonary hypertension, lung cancer , or asthma ? Have you ever wanted to share your own experiences, accomplishments and frustrations in dealing with this disease?

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

Community Care for South Hastings is a non-profit agency for seniors and adults with physical disabilities. We provide programs and services that assist our clients to remain in their own homes with dignity and respect for as long as possible. Visit their web page The post Community Care for South Hastings appeared first on Hospice Quinte.

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

VON has been leading home and community care in Canada for over a century. They were among the first organizations in the country to offer home care and public health nursing and now, over a century later, they provide home and community support services to over 10,000 people every day across Ontario and Nova Scotia. Visit their web page The post VON Trenton appeared first on Hospice Quinte.

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend, you’ve probably found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. This can be a confusing time when you feel isolated and have many questions about things you’ve never faced before. GriefShare meets weekly to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life.

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

Our counselling services are for people in our community aged 24 years and over who want to improve their mental health. Our team deals with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, recovery and grief. We help our clients to develop wellness tools and coping techniques in the post-crisis stage to improve outcome.

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Changing Lives Podcast

AUGUST 11, 2023

CMHA HPE offers a range of services for those seeking supports for Addictions and Mental Health concerns. Contact Central Intake or completed the online self-referral form to get started. Visit their web page The post CMHA Hastings Prince Edward appeared first on Hospice Quinte.

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