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CAN Health Project Focuses on Stronger Virtual Care Solutions

AlayaCare

National social enterprise and Canadian software company partner to change the way home care is delivered As the demand for virtual care solutions increases, SE Health and AlayaCare are working together to modernize the in-person home care experience, empowering home care staff, patients, family, caregivers, and other professionals in the circle of care for better health outcomes.

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The 7-Minute Scoop: Sundowners Syndrome Explained

Living With Hospice

Many people suffering with dementia experience a strange restlessness mid to late afternoon. This phenomenon is known as Sundowning and can affect a persons sleep patterns and mood. In this episode, Mitch Ware discusses the symptoms of Sundowners Syndrome and provides guidance on how to manage and help your loved one through this difficult period. " Sundowning is a group of symptoms experienced with one of the different forms of dementia that typically start at a specific time and continue into

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Dementia and Appetite Decline

Hope Hospice

Persons living with dementia commonly exhibit challenges with eating, but the reasons vary. Let’s explore a few possible causes of appetite decline. Memory trouble. In the early stages of dementia, when a person may still be caring for himself or functioning with limited assistance, the problem might be simply forgetting to eat. When this problem is discovered, it’s a sign that care partners need to provide more frequent living assistance and check-ins.

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Exercise for Seniors: Starting and Maintaining an Active Lifestyle

Seniority, the Mavencare Blog

At every age, exercise is an essential component of how we care for our bodies. As we grow older, it can feel as though our ability to exercise is shifting, or even declining. This can lead some seniors to believe that they’re “too old” to exercise, but this is a misconception. No one is “too old” to move their body - in fact, a lack of exercise can have negative impacts on seniors’ bodies, like an increased risk of falls, muscle loss, and weight gain in areas that affect heart health, like the

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The Ultimate Guide to Improving Caregiver Engagement & Retention

Want to learn how to retain your caregivers & improve caregiver retention X3? The home care industry is experiencing turnover rates of over 80%. How are you ensuring your agency is retaining caregivers? This FREE eBook from Smartcare Software is packed with industry secrets needed to keep your caregivers happy, engaged, and retained, unlocking the full potential of your agency.

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COVID-19 Hasn’t Interrupted Everything: Certain Hospice Audit Activity Continues Despite Public Health Emergency

Healthcare Law Insights podcast

COVID-19 threw a wrench into certain hospice audit activity, but the machine rumbles on. In today’s episode, Meg Pekarske , Erin Burns and Bryan Nowicki discuss the current state of hospice audits, including TPE, UPIC, and OIG audits and the high number of technical denials hospices have seen lately. The team highlights the top five most frequently seen technical denials in 2020 and provides first-hand insight into CMS’s QIC Telephone Discussion Demonstration.

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What are the Hallmarks of a True Technology Partner?

AlayaCare

Now more than ever home and community-based care organizations are looking to modernize their businesses. In doing so, they’re faced with the daunting challenge of selecting a technology partner to support evolving regulations, an ever-changing landscape and the needs of staff, clients, family members and patients. What is the most critical component when evaluating a technology solution?