Hospice News

JUNE 28, 2024

Improved hospice access and utilization is needed with the growing prevalence of HIV and AIDS among older populations, researchers stated. By addressing these unique needs, providers can offer more compassionate, respectful and effective care for LGBTQ+ patients at the end of life.”

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Hospice News

JUNE 4, 2024

More focused care and detailed patient screenings could less risk factors associated with suicide, they added. The post Research Finds Links Between Hospice Care, Reduced Cancer-Related Suicides appeared first on Hospice News.

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Hospice News

MARCH 15, 2024

Identification of risk factors for ADRs may prevent occurrences in the complex palliative care patient.” Impacts on quality, compliance Adverse drug reactions can detract from the overall experience of hospice care for patients and their families, Krout said.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Garlock previously provided prison-based hospice care to fellow incarcerated individuals at the Kilby Correctional Facility, part of the Alabama Department of Corrections system. Quality issues are tied to a limited supply of clinicians who are trained to provide hospice care in prison settings, Garlock indicated.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released its fifth and final report on the Medicare Care Choices Model (MCCM), which studied the effects of allowing individuals to receive hospice care without foregoing other treatments. The agency launched the MCCM in 2016.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The pandemic demonstrated “gaps and deficiencies in health care, particularly around access to care and barriers to care,” while also illuminating ways to innovate, she stated at the ELEVATE conference. The post 2 Innovative Drivers ‘Reimaging’ Hospice Care appeared first on Hospice News.

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Abuse and trauma experiences impact those delivering and receiving hospice care in many ways, some evident and some less apparent, according to Carole Fisher, president, National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI). Victims of financial abuse lose up to $36.5 billion annually nationwide, the report found.

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Hospice News

APRIL 5, 2023

Originally slated to complete in 2024, CMS recently extended the carve-in, formally known as the hospice component of the value-based insurance design model (VBID). During those additional years, patients will be able to receive curative treatments in tandem with hospice care.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 17, 2023

As Jimmy Carter marks his sixth month in hospice care, the provider community is raising awareness by saluting the former president. The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) convened a group of hospice leaders at Times Square in New York City to commemorate Carter’s hospice experience.

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

A revolution is needed in hospice care, complete with a new mindset, updated care models and redesigned payment systems, Dr Monisha Pujari, medical director for Longleaf Hospice, told Hospice News. Hospice News spoke with Pujari about her vision for hospice care and what it would take to make it a reality.

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Hospice News

JUNE 1, 2022

Croix Hospice has acquired Lombard, Ill.-based based Lexington Hospice Care. In addition to a spate of acquisitions, the Minnesota-based hospice provider has launched three de novos thus far in 2022. Geographically, Lexington Hospice Care fits nicely into St. Financial terms were undisclosed. The post St.

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 13, 2023

VITAS Healthcare Expands Hospital-Based Inpatient Hospice Center Chemed Corp. NYSE: CHE) VITAS Healthcare recently expanded its inpatient hospice care unit at the Florida-based Broward Health Medical Center. Miami-based VITAS has provided community- and facility-based hospice care in the Broward County area since 1980.

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Hospice News

APRIL 12, 2024

“So that is always a primary tenant before we would go to a surrogate decision maker in helping work with the health care team to apply the patient’s values regarding their health care.” The post Challenges in Hospice Care for Terminal Anorexia Patients appeared first on Hospice News.

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Hospice News

APRIL 22, 2024

More research is needed to better understand quality outcomes and ties between referral patterns among assisted living providers and hospices, the researchers indicated. It is likely that some other factors may have drawn lower-quality hospice agencies to ALs.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

JUNE 24, 2024

We understand that you may be going through a difficult time with a loved one who is receiving hospice care, and that there may be communication challenges within the family. Here are The post Navigating Hospice Care When Families Disagree appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Hospice News

MAY 3, 2024

This could lead to patients potentially dying without access to hospice support with a range of unmet emotional, physical and psychosocial needs, according to Lindsey Owen, executive director of Disability Rights Vermont.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

JUNE 24, 2024

We understand that you may be going through a difficult time with a loved one who is receiving hospice care, and that there may be communication challenges within the family. Here are The post Navigating Hospice Care When Families Disagree appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.

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Hospice News

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Because of hospice’s requirement for a prognosis of less than six months, people’s focus on their symptom relief and their access to hospice care is tied to their understanding of their remaining survival time,” the authors indicated in the study. The study appeared in the Journals of Gerontology.

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Hospice News

APRIL 24, 2023

Hospice care has historically been grounded in person-to-person communication without a heavy reliance on technology. However, drastically increased hospice utilization and the pandemic-driven adoption of technology across health care settings have transformed the landscape entirely.

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HopeHealth

APRIL 12, 2023

HopeHealth President & CEO, Diana Franchitto, shared her heart about the important decision former President Jimmy Carter made in electing hospice care. Former President Jimmy Carter has taught many life lessons to many admirers over Read More The post Setting an example about hospice care appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Joy, comfort, connection: In 10 years as a HopeHealth volunteer, Dace Krasts of South County, RI, has seen the many sides of hospice care. The post What to expect from hospice care? A South County volunteer tells her story appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

JUNE 29, 2022

When a child is facing serious illness, they need a special approach to care – and their family does too. Pediatric hospice is here to help. The post What is pediatric hospice care, and how is it different for kids? appeared first on HopeHealth.

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HopeHealth

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Hospice care helps patients with heart failure avoid trips to the emergency room. The post What hospice care can do for advanced cardiac patients appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

MatrixCare is the country’s largest post-acute care technology provider and the only electronic health record (EHR) provider in the industry to focus on the entire continuum of care. We deliver innovative solutions to help you reimagine the way you provide care.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

JANUARY 30, 2023

Understanding Palliative Care Compared to Hospice Care Some older adults and people with serious illnesses, unfortunately, experience the end of life in certain healthcare settings that do not align with their desired wishes.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

JANUARY 30, 2023

Understanding Palliative Care Compared to Hospice Care Some older adults and people with serious illnesses, unfortunately, experience the end of life in certain healthcare settings that do not align with their desired wishes.

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Shining Light Hospice

JUNE 4, 2023

When we think of hospice care, it’s common to associate it with older adults nearing the end of their life. However, hospice care is not exclusive to the elderly. Pediatric hospice care exists for children facing life-limiting illnesses, a topic that is less spoken about but is equally crucial.

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Together for Short Lives

DECEMBER 13, 2023

We have found a huge variance in local NHS spending on lifeline care for seriously ill children, as well as a lack of understanding on the number of children […] The post Postcode lottery in NHS funding for children who need hospice care appeared first on Together for Short Lives.

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Traditions Health

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

If you are caring for a veteran who is terminally ill or nearing the end of life, hospice care can be a smart choice. Corresponding with remedial care, hospice care focuses on facilitating a patient’s quality of life rather than extending its length. rather than merely managing their physical symptoms.

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Melodia Hospice

JULY 18, 2024

Early stages of Parkinson’s manifest as tremors, loss of balance, muscle […] The post Understanding Parkinson’s Disease and Hospice Care appeared first on Melodia Care Hospice.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

JUNE 3, 2024

Hospice Policies: Here’s what to do: Remember: Family dynamics can play an instrumental role during a patient’s time on hospice care. Do you want to The post Siblings, The POA, and Your Loved One on Hospice Care appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health. Patient’s Wishes: 3.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

MAY 25, 2024

Hospice care offers a comprehensive approach to symptom management, emotional support, and spiritual guidance, ensuring dignity and comfort during this critical phase. Many The post Empowering Comfort: Hospice Care for Women with End-Stage Feminine Cancers appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

JUNE 3, 2024

Hospice Policies: Here’s what to do: Remember: Family dynamics can play an instrumental role during a patient’s time on hospice care. Do you want to The post Siblings, The POA, and Your Loved One on Hospice Care appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice. Patient’s Wishes: 3.

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HopeHealth

JANUARY 25, 2022

HopeHealth’s Circle of Love Dementia Care offers specialized care and resources for hospice patients with dementia and their families. Here’s what families should know about how and when a loved one is ready for hospice.

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Melodia Hospice

JULY 24, 2024

Hospice care for kidney failure provides symptom management, assistance with daily tasks, emotional support, and respite care for primary caregivers, enhancing the quality of life for patients in their final […] The post Hospice Care for Kidney Failure: Compassionate Support at End of Life appeared first on Melodia Care Hospice.

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Traditions Health

DECEMBER 19, 2023

But as their care provider, you have the opportunity to guide patients and their families to resources like hospice care that can make their remaining time more comfortable and fulfilling. As you begin the delicate conversation about choosing hospice care, make sure you cover the following talking points.

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Shining Light Hospice

MARCH 27, 2023

The Roles of Medical Professionals in Hospice Care Hospice care is a type of health care that focuses on providing comfort and support to patients and families during the end-of-life process. What Is Hospice Care?

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