Hospice News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Lawmakers recently introduced the Value in Health Care Act, which, if enacted, could create inroads toward improved palliative care reimbursement. A new version of the Value in Health Care Act includes updates to program parameters of Alternative Payment Models (APMs) to incentivize participation in Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs). These changes are designed to increase participation in value-based payment programs designed to improve quality outcomes and lower costs of care.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

Caregiving requires a lot — a lot of heart, passion, drive, energy, strength…. As any caregiver knows, the list goes on. Yet, caregivers also need a lot — information, resources, support — and many are too much in the thick of their role to come up for air and ask for any of those things. Today, more than 53 million adults in the U.S. are caregivers — 1 in 5 people.

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Hospice News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Hackensack Meridian Health is testing the utilization of predictive analytics technology to improve timely hospice transitions. A group of hospice providers and data scientists at the New Jersey-based health system have developed artificial intelligence (AI) technology aimed at helping its clinical teams to better identify when a patient is nearing the end of life or could benefit from serious illness care.

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Diversity Nursing

JANUARY 3, 2024

Being a Research Nurse is a unique and vital role within the healthcare system. Research Nurses play a crucial part in bridging the gap between clinical practice and scientific research. Here's an overview of what it's like to be a Research Nurse and why the role is essential: Responsibilities of a Research Nurse Clinical Trial Coordination Research Nurses play a crucial role in the coordination and management of clinical trials.

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Hospice News

JANUARY 3, 2024

BrightSpring Health Services is pursuing an initial public offering (IPO) and expects to begin trading on the NASDAQ. The company, which does not yet have a stock symbol, seeks to raise $1 billion through the IPO. The company indicated its intent to go public on Tuesday in a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing. The filing did not provide the specific financial terms for the pending translation.

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Elder Care Matters

JANUARY 3, 2024

Covid-19 Vaccine Information for 2024 Now is the perfect time to review the current senior COVID-19 vaccine options. With the COVID virus projected to peak in number this winter, availing ourselves (including children) of the new vaccine heads the list of anti-COVID strategies, especially during the seasonal ‘tripledemic’ threats of influenza, RSV and SAR-CoV-2 (COVID-19).… The post Covid-19 Vaccine Information for 2024 appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Nurse Nacole

JANUARY 3, 2024

Category: Fundamentals The only absolute contraindication to the use of neuromuscular blocking agents is the inability to manage the airway once the patient becomes apneic. It is considered inhumane to paralyze and intubate an alert patient.

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Hospice News

JANUARY 3, 2024

When pondering palliative care, most people likely envision older patients dealing with advanced or chronic illnesses, requiring additional support. Seldom do they imagine a scenario involving an otherwise healthy 25-year-old who, after a severe accident on the way to work, finds himself in a trauma ICU. “There’s no preparation time for patients or families, there’s no arc of an illness or narrative for that societally,” Dr.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

When my mother received a statement from her insurance company recently, detailing $5,800 for sleep apnea supplies, I checked it to verify coverage and then tossed it aside. Afterward, it hit me: My mother doesn’t have sleep apnea. While there was no charge to my mother, there was a multi-thousand dollar charge to Medicare for something my mother never needed nor experienced.

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Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

JANUARY 3, 2024

At Freedom Home Care , we take great pride in our commitment to the community through our active involvement in both hosting and sponsoring events. The past year has seen a bunch of engaging and beneficial activities, and we’re eager to shine a light on the contributions of our exceptional team. Here’s a glimpse into a few of the remarkable events that unfolded in 2023: Holiday Activities & Events A lot happened this holiday season.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

Every year, more than 1 in 4 people over age 65 falls. And a fall can drastically change an older adult’s life in an instant. Many factors contribute to a person’s fall risk: medications, health conditions, and senses. Even mild hearing loss, for example, triples a person’s fall risk, according to a study that analyzed people from ages 40 to 69.

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Palliverse

JANUARY 3, 2024

Photo by Gene Gallin on Unsplash Last Christmas I felt like the Grinch, which was a shame as apart from birthdays, Christmas is the only event I usually get into. My kids have no lived experience of Easter or Guy Fawkes Day or Hallowe’en as I am against the rampant commercialisation involved in those days. All restraints are thrown away for Christmas.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

In the months since the Covid-19 public health emergency, we’ve wondered how professional caregiving has changed. Here, representatives from six care businesses share their experiences and insights, as well as how they’re moving forward. What is the no. 1 thing you learned from the pandemic? Jessica: The crucial role that socialization plays in the healing process and its contribution to sustaining overall health and wellness.

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The Nurse Break

JANUARY 3, 2024

We are excited to interview Frank Guerriero about a Day in the life of a Vascular Nurse Practitioner. Frank is a respected Nurse Practitioner currently working with the Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery based at Flinders Medical Centre; a role which entails both clinical and research activities. Frank is the current President of the Australian and New Zealand Society for Vascular Nursing, a committee member of the South Australian Society for Vascular Nursing and past president of

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

Prep your first-aid kit, keep yourself safe, and respond to emergencies and accidents Make a resolution to brush up on first-aid skills. Even if you’ve taken a course before, refreshing your skills or reviewing what you learned will ensure you respond effectively to an accident or emergency situation. “The American Red Cross recommends that people get trained for moments that matter,” says Traci Johnston, Red Cross field operations manager for the central Midwest.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

Joan and her husband are currently caregivers for Joan’s mother, 98, and their adult granddaughter, 35, who live with them on their farm. Their granddaughter has cerebral palsy, is nonverbal, needs extensive physical assistance, and has multiple health conditions that require special attention. They are no longer in contact with their daughter, who had a history of not caring for their granddaughter.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

Scott’s sister has dementia and lives six hours away from him — a distance that introduces unique caregiving challenges. Once, for example, Scott dialed 911 on her behalf because she was having a health emergency she couldn’t comprehend. After placing the call, Scott drove six hours to meet his sister at the hospital. He remained with her there for 10 days, as she was delusional throughout her stay.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

Pam cared for her husband, who recently passed away at age 80 from Parkinson’s disease. He was diagnosed about two years ago, after having symptoms for several years. At first, he was largely able to do things for himself, but a few months after his diagnosis, he was hospitalized for blood clots in his lungs. Before her husband’s decline, friends would visit or help with physical tasks, like getting her husband in and out of the car.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

About six years ago, Russell’s family in Puerto Rico called him in Chicago. He needed to do something, they said, because his mom was forgetting things on the stove and showing other signs of cognitive decline. Russell went to Puerto Rico to bring his mom back to Chicago, despite her resistance. “Honestly, there was nothing I could do because I work,” he says.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

Beth became an unexpected caregiver early, when her husband had an extreme reaction to allergy tests a decade ago. The reaction led to an asthmatic condition that shut down his lungs. He went into a coma, but regained his ability to talk and eat once he emerged. The experience, though, left him blind and paralyzed. Their son was only 11 years old at the time.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

About eight years ago, Gail and her siblings decided that she should care for their mother. Gail’s 76-year-old mother was in kidney failure and AFib; she had vascular dementia and other health issues. The family felt like this was the only financially viable option due to the cost of hiring caregivers and nursing home care. Gail gave up her graphic design career in California and moved in with her brother and his wife in Illinois.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

Mona’s mom, 97, has Alzheimer’s disease and has lived with Mona for the past 11 years. When Mona retired about 12 years ago, she noticed that her mother, who had always been very active socially and politically, was getting forgetful. Her mother lived in an apartment across the alley from her, and the family would take her to the senior center and keep an eye on her, but over time, Mona noticed that something wasn’t right.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

After a long career working overseas, George returned to the U.S. to move in with his mother. She passed away in 2016, two years after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. George, who is single and an only child, did everything for her: providing personal care, meals, and transportation. Caring for his mom changed their relationship, with George becoming the parent in a way.

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