Sustainable Caregiving
DECEMBER 31, 2022
When we experience a significant life change, our support network often changes. Therefore, it isn’t surprising that we will want to rethink and recreate our support system when we step or fall headfirst into a caregiving role. When we think of a support system, we often think of people.
Hospice News
JANUARY 2, 2023
The number of hospice volunteers plunged during the first two years of the pandemic, and many are still working to rebuild their ranks. Many hospices saw volunteer volumes dip drastically as they suspended activities during the pandemic.
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AlayaCare
JANUARY 6, 2023
Daily Nurse
JANUARY 3, 2023
Medicine and technology have continuously operated hand-in-glove, and never has that been more true than today — and this is all the more reason for nurses to prioritize tech literacy if they want to be the best nurse they can be.
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Solace
JANUARY 6, 2023
Every year, January brings a flurry of new laws as states around the country add or update legislation on everything from new state holidays to jaywalking. In 2023, some new laws will impact those at the end of life or the people caring for, or grieving, them.
Hospice News
JANUARY 2, 2023
Wisconsin-based Agrace Hospice & Supportive care is raising employee compensation and expanding their benefits. The three-pronged initiative includes a higher minimum hourly wage, year-end gratitude bonuses for all employees and lower health insurance premiums for lower-wage earners.
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Daily Nurse
JANUARY 4, 2023
Tessa Migliano, a Milwaukee-area nurse, and her son, Lukas, saved a man’s life when he collapsed on the pickleball court. They were in the right place at just the right time, and for playing the role of lifesaver, Migliano is our Nurse of the Week.
Always Best Care Senior Services
JANUARY 4, 2023
Retirement is a big milestone that many adults look forward to for years. Yet once they are retired, they find they have more time on their hands than they realized and aren’t quite sure how to occupy themselves.
Hospice News
JANUARY 6, 2023
Hospice leaders can benefit and improve by staying engaged with bedside care. This is one of the most important lessons that Empath Health CEO Rafael Sciullo has learned during his 40-year career in health care.
Nurse.com
JANUARY 3, 2023
Nurses work every day to ensure patients get the care they need — and the comfort and compassion they deserve.
Daily Nurse
JANUARY 6, 2023
Beekman 1802 kicks off its new Nurses First initiative today, celebrating hardworking nurses in 2023 with kind surprises, special products, and Kindness Grants throughout the year.
Home Care Pulse
JANUARY 1, 2023
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Hospice News
JANUARY 4, 2023
The Elizabeth Hospice recently purchased a medical office building complex in its home state of California for a price tag of $8.1 million. As 2022 came to a close, the nonprofit hospice provider took ownership of the 26,945-square-foot property in Escondido, California.
Elder Care Matters
JANUARY 5, 2023
Even if your loved one left a last will and testament behind, there may be instances in which it can be challenged.
Daily Nurse
JANUARY 5, 2023
The American Nurses Association (ANA) welcomes its newest president, Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, Ph.D., MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN. She brings more than 25 years of nursing experience to the ANA presidency.
Diversity Nursing
JANUARY 5, 2023
Thinking about changing careers? At any stage in life, N ursing is a great choice because Nurses are always in demand. It's a challenging, but rewarding field and previous education can help you become a Nurse faster. I'm a second career Nurse.
Hospice News
JANUARY 3, 2023
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) has vetoed legislation that would have effectively banned new, for-profit hospices in the state. The New York State Assembly passed the bill in June and submitted it to the governor’s office in mid-December.
Elaine Mansfield
JANUARY 3, 2023
April 18, 2009. Dearest Elaine, …Ross (86, Marion’s husband) and I (80) laugh many times with our faulty hearing…. Tears and laughter are now two sides of one feeling. I love every workshop, but I’m finding my energy not up to it—not quite.
Daily Nurse
JANUARY 2, 2023
Writing a nursing resume is a challenging process for most. Lack of guidance prevents nurses from investing the time to develop a well-written resume, so it’s essential to know how to write a quality resume so that you can apply to any job with confidently.
Responsive Home Care
JANUARY 3, 2023
Following the holiday feasts, many people choose to reduce their calorie intake.
Hospice News
JANUARY 3, 2023
Hospices can assist terminally ill patients and their families who have questions about “green” burial options by connecting them with services like death doulas or by educating staff on those practices.
Today's Caregiver
JANUARY 3, 2023
Play is serious work. We work hard to make sure our kids have the right play toys to help them learn skills that match their age and abilities. These include hand-eye coordination games such as the one that buzzes when you take out the funny bone
Home Sweet Home In-Home Care
JANUARY 4, 2023
Understanding the causes when a senior refuses to eat can help family caregivers get to the bottom of the issue. After the indulgence of the holiday season, many of us decide to minimize calorie consumption.
HEALTHCARE first
JANUARY 4, 2023
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) first launched its value-based insurance design (VBID) model in 2021. The model tests Medicare Advantage health plan innovations designed to reduce Medicare spending and improve the quality and delivery of care for Medicare beneficiaries.
Hospice News
JANUARY 3, 2023
Today’s health care environment is flooded with data, but hospice leaders should include three types of indicators in mind as they assess their performance.
Palliverse
JANUARY 5, 2023
Photo by Tyler Nix on Unsplash. Where is your pain?”. He grimaced as he pointed towards the left side of his neck. How would you score it out of 10, with zero being no pain and 10 the worst you’ve ever felt?”. Jaw clenched tightly he opened his gritted teeth to tell me, “7 out of 10.”.
Minority Nurse
JANUARY 4, 2023
No matter where you are in your career path, retirement planning is something you need to think about. From young nurses just starting out to nurses who will retire in the next year, retirement planning is a big issue.
Living Assistance Services
JANUARY 5, 2023
Winters in Canada can be harsh—even when there isn’t much snow on the ground, the cold winds and icy sidewalks can make it difficult for
Hospice News
JANUARY 2, 2023
The possibility exists that hospice care will change more in the next few years than it has during the previous four decades. The Medicare Hospice Benefit turned 40-years-old in 2022, and in that time the program has remained fundamentally unchanged.
Palliverse
JANUARY 3, 2023
Photo by Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash. Do you understand what is going on with your gut? Yes, the cancer has caused a blockage. That’s right, anything that you swallow will probably come back up again. It’s a mechanical obstruction and our medications won’t be able to keep it unblocked.
American In-Home Care
JANUARY 6, 2023
The news has been flooded this season with the devastating effects of RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, on babies and toddlers. Hospitals have been stretched beyond capacity and scrambling to find the resources to care for these young patients, who typically recover quickly from this common virus.
Comfort Home Care
JANUARY 6, 2023
As we age, it can become difficult to complete our daily activities. Seniors who are living alone in the Rockville, MD area can get help with the day-to-day tasks that come with aging by hiring an in-home caregiver.
Hospice News
JANUARY 5, 2023
Though buyers remain hungry for hospice acquisitions, smaller deals will likely be the most prevalent during 2023. Acquisition patterns established in 2021 and 2022 are shaping the M&A outlook for the current year.
Palliverse
DECEMBER 31, 2022
Photo by Elena Mozhvilo on Unsplash. Somehow despite decreased levels of consciousness and clouded thinking patients can still sense what the date is. People may hang on for significant dates such as Christmas and New Year’s Day. These particular days may be times for a traditional family gathering.
Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing
JANUARY 6, 2023
At Freedom Home Care , we love giving back to the community by either hosting or sponsoring events. This year has been busy with so many fun and useful events, so we wanted to put a spotlight on what our amazing staff have helped to make possible.
Nurse.com
JANUARY 5, 2023
I’ve emphasized the importance of following employer policies and procedures in past blogs. The following case reveals that these policies are in place for good reason.
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