AlayaCare

APRIL 10, 2023

Risk management can be a daunting task in home care, but it’s essential to ensure that clients receive the best possible care. With data analytics tools and sound policies, you can launch an effective risk management plan for your home care agency. Client care can present a variety of risks that can impact the quality of care provided. In our blog, 3 methods to enhance home care risk management , we talked about ways to enhance client risk management through your client’s circle of care, e

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Hospice News

APRIL 12, 2023

A majority of people in the United States know the types of end-of-life care they wish to receive, but only 22% have documented their wishes. Significant variations in advance care planning utilization also exist among racial and ethnic groups. About 25% of those who have documented their wishes are white. African Americans represented 22%, Hispanics 21% and Asians 7%.

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HopeHealth

APRIL 11, 2023

If you're caring for someone with Parkinson's disease, a support group offers information for navigating the disease, and a safe space to share your experiences. The post Advice & support from Parkinson’s caregivers appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Today's Caregiver

APRIL 14, 2023

Stories build community and connect us (even if we can’t be physically together). Whether you’re a group of friends, a neighborhood community, or an organization, stories are a great way to learn about and engage with others.

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AlayaCare

APRIL 14, 2023

Cybersecurity should be a top priority for home-based care IT specialists. With the emergence of digital healthcare solutions and new tech tools specifically designed for homecare, safeguarding patient data is a must – but sometimes it can be difficult to know where to start. To help you get started, here are the basics of cybersecurity in homecare so you have the knowledge and information necessary to protect your patients’ sensitive data.

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Hospice News

APRIL 12, 2023

The next generation of hospice CEOs will need to be data-savvy to succeed. Data is more crucial to hospice businesses than ever before when it comes to payer and referral partner contracting, compliance and building their census. In negotiations with Medicare Advantage plans, for instance, hospice and palliative care providers will need to demonstrate their performance in terms of star ratings, other quality metrics and reduced hospitalizations.

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Daily Nurse

APRIL 12, 2023

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa student Yasmeen LaTore is leading the ʻImi Ola Piha Homeless Triage Center as program manager, helping Oʻahu homeless patients to ‘seek one’s fullest life’ while completing her doctor of nursing practice (DNP) at the Nancy Atmospera-Walch School of Nursing (NAWSON). Focal to her capstone DNP project is developing a training program module for onboarding new health services staff at The Institute for Human Services (IHS).

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Elaine Mansfield

APRIL 11, 2023

“Want to go outside, Willow?” I asked in a gentle voice. She struggled to her feet, stepped forward, and stretched her painful back legs. Her hind knees had ACL surgery when she was young and they stiffened as she aged. Willow came to live with me in 2009 when she was eight weeks old. A snuggly brown puppy became my Soul Animal and brought new joy to my grieving heart after my husband Vic’s death.

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Hospice News

APRIL 13, 2023

The U.S. Justice Department has indicted Eduardo Lopez, a former hospice executive and current senior vice president of a private equity firm, for violations of the Sherman Act. Lopez is charged with agreeing to “suppress and eliminate competition” for nursing services between March 2016 and May 2019, the U.S. Justice Department has indicated. The department did not name alleged co-conspirators involved in the case.

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Together for Short Lives

APRIL 9, 2023

Families caring for a seriously ill child were treated to a special day out at Cadbury World last week, thanks to Mondelez as part of our charity partnership with Morrisons. Making special memories on days like this is a big part of our partnership with Morrisons, helping families make the most of every moment they […] The post Choc-tastic day at Cadbury World helps families make special memories together appeared first on Together for Short Lives.

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Caring Senior Service

APRIL 10, 2023

Cancer can develop at any age and affect any part of the body. However, nearly 60% of cancers occur in seniors over the age of 65. The most common cancers affecting seniors are carcinomas, which are cancers that form in cells that make up the skin and lining of internal organs. Common carcinomas affecting seniors include breast cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, colon cancer, and pancreatic cancer.

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Today's Caregiver

APRIL 9, 2023

Being a caregiver can be one of the most rewarding experiences you will ever have. Not only is it a great career option, but it also allows you to connect with and provide care for those who need it the most - the elderly and disabled.

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Hospice News

APRIL 13, 2023

Idaho-based Hospice & Palliative Care of the Wood River Valley has initiated Spanish-speaking services in an effort to reach underserved Latino patients and families. The organization recently held its first Spanish-speaking group for families at a local church. Additionally, the hospice provider is seeking a $5,000 grant from a local charity foundation to fund its new “language line,” a telephone translation service it will offer to Hispanic patients and families to help improve equitable a

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Diversity Nursing

APRIL 10, 2023

As Nurses, death can be a regular, everyday occurrence. But just because we encounter death frequently does not mean that experiencing the loss of a patient won't impact us. In this profession, we care for people when they are at their most vulnerable, and we create meaningful relationships with many of our patients and their families. When we lose a patient, it’s common for Nurses to experience grief and it can be challenging to navigate the grief you feel.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

APRIL 13, 2023

Healthcare Decisions Day April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD), designed to “inspire, educate, and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning.” Being diagnosed with a terminal illness can be overwhelming for individuals and their families. When diagnosed with a terminal illness, knowing where to turn next can be The post Healthcare Decisions Day appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Today's Caregiver

APRIL 11, 2023

In my 20s, I remember spending (possibly) too much time hanging out with friends at my local watering holes. In my 30s, we moved our hangouts into a variety of different and interesting restaurants.

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Hospice News

APRIL 11, 2023

Hospices are leveraging predictive analytics to get a clearer picture of their performance amid regulatory pressures. Hospices have relied on data to enhances their ability to assess the quality and quantity of bedside care delivered during a patients’ final days. This includes two key quality measures: Hospice Visits in the Last Days of Life (HVLDL) and the Hospice Care Index (HCI).

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Daily Nurse

APRIL 14, 2023

New York passed a bill addressing the state’s nursing shortage. The new legislation permits nursing programs to provide up to one-third of a student’s clinical work in a high-tech simulation environment. A national study by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing showed that substituting clinical simulation for up to 50 percent of traditional clinical experiences was an effective model that ensured nursing students were fully prepared to enter their profession.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

APRIL 14, 2023

Healthcare Decisions Day April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD), designed to “inspire, educate, and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning.” Being diagnosed with a terminal illness can be overwhelming for individuals and their families. When diagnosed with a terminal illness, knowing where to turn next can be The post Healthcare Decisions Day appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.

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Home Sweet Home In-Home Care

APRIL 11, 2023

Proper senior hygiene is essential to maintaining seniors’ health and dignity. Sinking into a soothing, warm, bubble bath at the end of a stressful day, and stepping into a hot, invigorating shower first thing in the morning are daily pleasures for a great many of us. However it is possible to have too much of a good thing in regards to senior hygiene.

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Hospice News

APRIL 11, 2023

As the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) extends the Medicare Advantage hospice carve-in through 2023, providers are concerned about preserving patient choice and the nature of concurrent care. Originally slated to complete in 2024, CMS recently extended the hospice component of the value-based insurance design model (VBID). The agency further announced that patients will be able to receive curative treatments in tandem with hospice care and that it would permit health plan

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Daily Nurse

APRIL 11, 2023

Nurses have begun using connectRN to find hospital shifts at multiple Nashville hospitals. Previously, clinicians and nurses used the app to find shifts in skilled nursing facilities and home health settings. Now they can connect with hospitals in their areas as connectRN works to expand hospital availability to additional regions. “We’re thrilled to see the accessible work model and flexible scheduling options that have already made a strong impact in SNF and home health care settings now tran

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Living Assistance Services

APRIL 12, 2023

It’s not uncommon for an individual to name one or several Powers of Attorney (POAs) as they age. It’s a term most Canadians are familiar.

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Today's Caregiver

APRIL 9, 2023

Join us as we celebrate Fearless Caregivers, Mary Ross, sharing her personal story of caregiving.

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Hospice News

APRIL 14, 2023

UnitedHealth Group’s (NYSE: UNH) sights are set on home-based care, as evidenced by its acquisitions and investments in value-based care. The insurance company’s subsidiary Optum Health recently completed its acquisition of Lousianna-based home health and hospice provider LHC Group for $5.4 billion. Acquiring LHC Group was a key step in UnitedHealth’s larger plan to delve deeper into home-based care, according to President and COO Dirk McMahon.

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American In-Home Care

APRIL 14, 2023

Going into the hospital for surgery is never something we look forward to, although it is a relief to know that a problem is going to be addressed and the necessary care will be provided for healing. What’s not as widely known, however, is that there’s a common and concerning condition that can arise as a result: post-operative delirium. How Do Hospitalizations Lead to Post-Operative Delirium in Older Adults?

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Palliverse

APRIL 12, 2023

Photo by Pars Sahin on Unsplash Will another CT scan make things worse for her? The scan itself wouldn’t make much difference. But the energy used to go out and get it would not be a good use of the precious time she has left. We only do tests if the results might change our treatment plan. I wouldn’t recommend a scan as we already know what’s going on.

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Nurse Nacole

APRIL 14, 2023

Category: Fundamentals The significant changes associated with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) include synovial membrane proliferation followed by subarticular cartilage and subchondral bone erosion. The precise etiology of RA is unknown.

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Hospice News

APRIL 14, 2023

Based on current trends, risk-based payment systems will likely shape the future of palliative care. The palliative care market is projected to swell during the next decade. However, no standardized definition exists for “palliative care.” Providers use a range of approaches to providing the service, from consults with advance care planning to short-term transitional care or longer-term symptom management for the chronically ill.

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Comforcare Home Care

APRIL 14, 2023

April 18, 2023 is tax day. Please be aware of tax fraud scams. According to Internal Revenue Services: "IRS Impostor Scams are aggressive and sophisticated phone scams targeting taxpayers. Callers claim to be employees of the IRS identification badge numbers. Victims are told they owe money to the IRS and it must be paid promptly through a wire transfer or stored value gift card such as a gift.

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Palliverse

APRIL 10, 2023

Photo by Kier in Sight on Unsplash You’ve been very unwell. Nod. How’s your chest, any pain? Shake of head. Do you still have nausea? It’s pretty bad. And your breathing? No good. How long have you had the hiccups? Two days. What did the doctors at the hospital tell you about your condition? They said it’s no good. Did they talk to you about time? They said it was bleak.

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Hospice Promise

APRIL 14, 2023

Being a hospice volunteer may seem challenging, but it also has amazing benefits! Caregiving can be incredibly gratifying, from building strong relationships to developing new skills. Plus, the feeling of knowing you’re positively impacting someone’s life is truly priceless. Are you interested in volunteering? Hospice Promise offers a free online comprehensive training program to prepare you for your journey as a hospice volunteer.

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Hospice News

APRIL 14, 2023

The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is moving towards the development of health equity quality measures for hospices. Last year, the agency convened a technical expert panel (TEP) to study the issue, according to language in its 2024 proposed hospice rule. Among the questions the panel has considered is the addition of new measures to the Hospice Quality Reporting Program (HQRP).

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Minority Nurse

APRIL 14, 2023

Every year, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH) designates the month of April as Minority Health Month. This year’s focus for Minority Health Month is on providing accurate and helpful health information to encourage xxxx. With a Better Health Through Better Understanding theme, Minority Health Month promotes the importance of providing information to diverse groups and populations that is both linguistically and culturally competent.

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Palliverse

APRIL 8, 2023

Photo by Andrea Dibitonto on Unsplash I’m sorry for your loss. Are you sure he’s died? I thought I saw his nose move before. Let us check. There’s no heartbeat, no breath sounds. No eye reflexes to light. He is dead. Tears. I can’t believe he’s gone. He was such a good man. A good husband. A very good man who looked after his family. The cancer came on so fast.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

APRIL 13, 2023

Healthcare Decisions Day April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD ), designed to “inspire, educate, and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning.” Being diagnosed with a terminal illness can be overwhelming for individuals and their families. When diagnosed with a terminal illness, knowing where to turn next can be difficult.

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