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Caring for the Unrepresented: A Podcast with Joe Dixon, Timothy Farrell, Yael Zweig

GeriPal

Summary Transcript CME Summary Many older adults lose decision-making capacity during serious illnesses, and a significant percentage lack family or friends to assist with decisions. These individuals may become unrepresented, meaning they lack the capacity to make a specific medical decision, do not have an advance directive for that decision, and do not have a surrogate to help.

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The ‘Paradigm Shift’ of Hospice Service Diversification

Hospice News

Some hospices have delved deeper into service diversification to improve timely access and expand their patient reach, while others remain focused on end-of-life care delivery. The decision to launch into new service realms can come with a range of operational and reimbursement questions. Among the keys to diversifying services is establishing a business infrastructure that allows for innovative growth based on communities needs, according to Leslie Campbell, COO of Touchstone Communities.

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Value-Based Care a Driver of Palliative Care Investment

Hospice News

A clear trend has emerged in the health care industry: Mergers and acquisitions of healthcare firms have slowed year over year. Though home-based care M&A showed signs of life in Q3 2024 in what has otherwise been a relatively quiet year thus far, transaction volume was still down last year, according to a report from M&A advisory firm Mertz Taggart.

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The Unexpected Gifts of End-of-Life Reflection

Life & Death Matters

Written by: Reena Lazar When my father was dying two decades ago, he spoke openly about his experience, but I struggled to engage in those precious conversations. Years later, while studying deathcare, I was struck by a profound realizationthere were so many things left unspoken, so many questions I wished I had asked about his […] The post The Unexpected Gifts of End-of-Life Reflection appeared first on Life and Death Matters.

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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Making every word count: The role of AAC in LTC

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

Have you ever reread a text message, wondering if it was taken the wrong way? Or sent an email only to receive no reply, leaving you questioning its tone? We all have, right? Now imagine navigating these communication hurdles without the ability to speak or write fluently. For many individuals we serve who present with chronic, progressive and/or neurological conditions, this is what they face daily.

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Nursing: Leading the Charge for Healthcare Diversity

Diversity Nursing

Diversity in healthcare is essential for ensuring fair treatment and enhancing patient outcomes. Among healthcare professionals, Nurses have emerged as champions for diversity, leveraging their unique positions as caregivers, educators, and advocates to lead the charge. Let's take a look at how Nursing is transforming healthcare by embracing and promoting diversity.

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#HPMParty is Back in Denver for the 2025 AAHPM-HPNA Annual Assembly

GeriPal

The #HPMParty is returning to Denver during the 2025 AAHPM/HPNA Annual Assembly. We will be doing our traditional Pub Crawl, this time starting at 8 pm on Thursday, February 6th at the Celtic on the corner of 14th and Market in historic LoDo. From the Celtic, we will move on to the next location at 10 pm-ish (location is TBD). With that said, exact times and locations are subject to change, so go to geripal.org or follow the hashtag #HPMparty on Twitter or Bluesky for updates along the way.

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How Resources for Palliative Care Enhance Nursing Practices

Life & Death Matters

With palliative care being integral to nursing, this introductory guide explores how specialized resources for palliative care can elevate nursing practices and improve patient care. As global demographics shift and serious and chronic illnesses rise, the demand for palliative care is expected to grow by 40% by 20301. For nurses, this increasing need brings unique […] The post How Resources for Palliative Care Enhance Nursing Practices appeared first on Life and Death Matters.

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Building Healthy Hydration Habits for Older Adults

American In-Home Care

Staying hydrated might seem simple, but as we age, it becomes a cornerstone of maintaining health and well-being. Did you know that as people age, the body loses its ability to sense thirst? Combine this with factors like medications, mobility issues, and health conditions, and its easy to see why dehydration is a serious concern for older adults. At American, Advocate, and Whitsyms In-Home Care, we know that developing healthy hydration habits for older adults protects physical health and enhan

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Traditions Health of Ponca City, OK Awarded Home Health Accreditation

Traditions Health

Franklin, TN Traditions Health of Ponca City, OK has earned The Joint Commissions Gold Seal of Approval for Home Health Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organizations commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. The Ponca City home health branch underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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Nurses Take the #1 Spot on Gallup’s Annual Poll for 23 Years Straight

Diversity Nursing

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Three in four Americans consider nurses highly honest and ethical, making them the most trusted of 23 professions rated in Gallups annual measurement. Grade-school teachers rank second, with 61% viewing them highly, while military officers, pharmacists and medical doctors also earn high trust from majorities of Americans. The least trusted professions, with more than half of U.S. adults saying their ethics are low or very low, are lobbyists, members of Congress and TV reporte

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Advance Your Skills with Complimentary Education

Life & Death Matters

Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) is offering complimentary online training for Ontario-based healthcare providers and administrators working in community settings, including long-term care. Enhance your ability to provide person-centered, compassionate care with two exceptional educational opportunities: Both courses are available online and must be completed by March 31, 2025.

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From Housekeeping to Healing: Meet Anthony Levesque, The Nurse of the Week

Daily Nurse

In the bustling halls of Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital in Valencia, California, a heartwarming story of resilience and compassion unfolds. Meet Anthony Levesque, this week’s honored Nurse of the Week , whose journey from housekeeping to nursing is nothing short of inspiring. Not long ago, one patient lay in his hospital bed, feeling lonely and despondent.

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Traditions Health of Stillwater, OK Awarded Home Health Accreditation

Traditions Health

Franklin, TN Traditions Health of Stillwater, OK has earned The Joint Commissions Gold Seal of Approval for Home Health Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organizations commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. The Stillwater home health branch underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review.

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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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St. Croix Hospice’s 2 Acquisitions Mark ‘Tremendous, Transformative’ Growth Opportunities

Hospice News

Minnesota-headquartered St. Croix Hospice recently acquired Hospice of Siouxland in Iowa and some of Mayo Clinic Health Systems hospice assets in its home state, two moves that stretched its widening footprint across the Midwest. Financial terms of both deals were undisclosed. The two transactions mark important milestones in the hospice providers growth trajectory during a pivotal time of rising demand, according to Heath Bartness, founder and CEO of St.

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Having Trouble Making Decisions as a Dementia Caregiver? This Could Be Why!

Responsive Home Care

Have you ever reached a point where deciding something as simple as what to eat feels like climbing a mountain? Youre not alone. Making decisions as a dementia caregiver can become overwhelming, leading to a unique kind of mental exhaustion called decision fatigue. When caring for someone with dementia, the decisions dont just pile upthey […] The post Having Trouble Making Decisions as a Dementia Caregiver?

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Fuel Your Day: Quick and Delicious Ways for Nurses to Boost Protein Intake on the Go!

Minority Nurse

If you’re busy on your lunch break and lack time, you might decide not to eat a full meal or rely on microwave meals to get through the day. However, fast-minute meals and vending machine snacks may not be the best way to stay full in the long run because of their high salt content. So, how can you feel energized throughout the day if you don’t have enough time to make healthy meals?

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High Peaks Hospice Expands Their Development Team by Welcoming Two New Staff: Nafeesa Koslik and Courtney Keir

High Peaks Hospice

High Peaks Hospice is proud to announce the addition of two talented professionals to its team: Nafeesa Koslik, CHA, MBA, as Development Manager and Courtney Keir as Fundraising Manager. Their diverse backgrounds and wealth of experience will further enhance the organizations mission to provide compassionate care and support to patients and families in the greater Adirondack region.

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

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5 Ways Financial Planners Can Support Families Navigating Elder Care

Elder Care Matters

Learn how Financial Planners help families with Elder Care needs, from managing assets to planning for long-term care expenses. The post 5 Ways Financial Planners Can Support Families Navigating Elder Care appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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CEOs’ Top Predictions for Palliative Care in 2025

Hospice News

Palliative Care News spoke with a group of industry leaders about the most pressing market forces and trends that will shape the space during 2025. Their comments carried some common threads, including further movement towards value-based care, a need to secure payment through business-to-business partnerships, a need for more concurrent curative and hospice care, and a continued status quo of insufficient reimbursement.

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How Will I Challenge the Status Quo?

The Caregiving Years Training Academy

I struggle with the messaging from one of the leaders of a national caregiving organization. I typically grit my teeth when I read what he writes and then move on. I am frustrated because what he writes demonstrates his lack of insights about the caregiving experience. Hes paid to represent the interests and needs of family caregivers. I believe his work falls short of doing that.

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Nursing Students, You Need to Meet Some Nurses

Minority Nurse

If you’re preparing for nursing school, there’s no argument that the more professional nurses you meet, the better. In other words, to kickstart your new career before it officially begins, finding nurses to talk to and get to know should be on your radar and at the top of your to-do list. For nursing students and aspiring nurses, those individuals already working in the profession are a treasure trove of information and experience.

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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ANA President Jennifer Mensik Kennedy Honored as One of Healthcare’s Most Influential Leaders

Daily Nurse

The American Nurses Association (ANA), the leading organization advocating for the interests of over 5 million registered nurses across the nation, named Jennifer Mensik Kennedy , PhD, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, one of Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare for 2024. This recognition highlights individuals who, as determined by their peers and the senior editors of Modern Healthcare, have made significant contributions to the healthcare industry through their leadership

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Navigating Homecare: A 2025 Guide to Choosing the Right Care

Community Home Health Care

As our loved ones age, ensuring they receive the proper support and attention becomes a top priority. With over 11,400 home health agencies in the U.S., according to the CDC , the search for the right provider can feel daunting. This comprehensive homecare guide is here to simplify the process, offering practical tips to help you make informed decisions and highlighting how Community Home Health Care can be a trusted partner in meeting your familys needs.

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Inside Hospice Organizations’ Special Focus Program Lawsuit Against HHS

Hospice News

The crux of a lawsuit filed by hospice organizations against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Thursday is the criteria that the agency uses to select hospices for the new Special Focus Program (SFP). A group of providers and state associations are plaintiffs in the suit, including Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice, Indiana Association for Home & Hospice Care, Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina, South Carolina Home Care & Hospice

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In Home Care in St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Pasco County, Holiday, FL and Surrounding Areas

Bayshore Care Home

Why In Home Care Is The Best For Ailing Patients? In-home care is often the most beneficial option for ailing patients because it provides personalized, comfortable, and holistic support. The post In Home Care in St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Pasco County, Holiday, FL and Surrounding Areas first appeared on Bayshore Home Care.

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Best Practices for Sharing Protected Health Information (PHI)

Explore essential topics in this ebook, including what constitutes PHI and how to identify it using 18 indicators. Gain insights into the importance of safeguarding PHI to protect patient privacy and learn about the severe consequences of HIPAA violations. Discover practical strategies for securely exchanging PHI within your healthcare organization, including assessing risks and implementing effective safeguards.

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5 Tips for Strengthening Your LinkedIn Nursing Profile

Minority Nurse

LinkedIn has been around for many years, and it continues to serve as a powerful and reliable online platform that allows professionals from almost any industry imaginable to connect in meaningful ways. LinkedIn remains the go-to social media platform for serious professionals, and it has been made even more robust with a user-friendly job board and thousands of online groups.

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What’s On Your Mind? AJN Seeking Short, Persuasive Opinion Essays for Viewpoint Column

AJN Off the Charts

Call for Viewpoints! Image from Thought Catalog at Unsplash The American Journal of Nursing (AJN) is seeking submissions for our Viewpoint column an opinion column that presents a clear point of view in a distinctive voice on a topic that may or may not be controversial. Opinion, reflection, debate, and musing are all acceptable in this column. First-time writers welcome.

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Tips to Balancing Caregiving and Your Personal Life

Caregiver Support Services

Balancing caregiving responsibilities is one of the more challenging parts of looking after a loved one. Depending on the needs of the patient, it can eclipse your own life and cause personal problems. But you can cope with finding balance by asking for help or sharing some of the responsibility. Address Emotional Challenges There is an emotional toll that comes with care for you and the patient.

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Hospice Organizations File Lawsuit to Halt Special Focus Program

Hospice News

A group of hospice providers and state associations have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) over the implementation of the Special Focus Program (SFP). The organizations filed the lawsuit in the U.S. District Court in the Southern District of Texas-Houston Division. The plaintiffs include: Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice, Indiana Association for Home & Hospice Care, Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina, South Caro

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The Essential Guide to HIPAA-Compliant Messaging for Home Care Teams

Explore the risks posed by non-compliant consumer apps like Instagram and WhatsApp in healthcare settings. Learn about potential HIPAA penalties and use a self-evaluation flowchart to determine your organization's need for HIPAA-compliant messaging. Discover straightforward steps to implement secure communication solutions efficiently, ensuring compliance and protecting patient data effectively.