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High Peaks Hospice celebrates 35 years by looking back at their beginning

High Peaks Hospice

The program was unique, providing family oriented comprehensive services which included medical, nursing, social work, spiritual care, volunteer support, bereavement services as well as the availability of specialty care by physical therapists, nutritionists and speech therapists. Ann and David gathered a team.

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How Hospice, Behavioral Health May Cross Paths

Hospice News

Last year VNA Health Group enhanced its dementia care training programs for social work and nursing staff, with an emphasis on its home health patients. I know how helpless physicians and nurse practitioners can feel when confronted with patients struggling with dementia.

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What Services Does Hospice Provide?

Seasons Hospice

Here is a breakdown of our teams at Seasons Hospice: Medical directors oversee your loved one’s care at Seasons, ensuring they receive care tailored to their needs. Nursing services : RNs visit patients in residential homes, nursing homes and hospitals. What staff members are a part of hospice care?

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