Hospice News

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has made public its first cohort for the hospice Special Focus Program (SFP). Finalized in the 2024 home health payment rule, the program is designed to identify poor performing hospices, mandate quality improvement and in some cases impose additional penalties. However, stakeholders in the hospice space have contended that the agencys methodology for selecting hospices for the program is deeply flawed.

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Daily Nurse

DECEMBER 23, 2024

For most folks, the holidays are a time of reunions and traditionloved ones coming home from out of town, kids back from college, and living rooms full of joy and laughter. However, my holidays have been far from traditional for the last six years as an ICU travel nurse. Most Thanksgivings and Christmases, I’ve traded home-cooked meals and family gatherings for hospital hallways and patient care across the country.

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Enhabit Inc. (NYSE: EHAB) is projecting strong hospice growth in the next year fueled in part by investments in technology and workforce development. The company is currently awaiting for the proverbial dust to settle following its victory in a recent lawsuit and the forthcoming new presidential administration. Enhabit anticipates a nice bump in patient census across both its home health and hospice service lines in 2025, positioning the company for stronger growth than experienced in the last y

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Caregiver Warrior

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Trying to make the Holidays perfect is exhausting and impossible. Let's find some joy and peace instead. Here's how. The post Caregiving and the Holidays: Less Perfection, More Joy! appeared first on Caregiver Warrior.

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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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Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs

DECEMBER 8, 2024

This week’s blog has been written by Mr Alwin Puthenpurakal, Senior Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Greenwhich. As we approach the end of 2024, the NHS finds itself at a critical juncture. The healthcare system is under significant pressure due to growing patient demands, a shortage of workforce, rising costs, and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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HopeHealth

DECEMBER 16, 2024

When 64-year-old Reno first heard about palliative care to help with his chronic illness, he resisted. Now, he calls it a game changer. The post Palliative care has been a game changer: Renos story appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Two states Massachusetts and Oregon rise above the rest when it comes to access to palliative care. This is according to the new rankings from the Center to Advance Palliative Care, America’s Readiness to Meet the Needs of People with Serious Illness Scorecard. The scorecard ranks each state’s capacity to deliver high-quality care to people facing serious illness on a five-star scale by evaluating five domains, according to Stacie Sinclair, the associate director for policy and car

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Aging Life Care Association

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Written By: Lonette Bolden-Smith, MA, BSN, RN, CMC Are you an adult in your 30’s ,40s or 50s and struggling with your home and working-life balance while tasked with taking care of an aging adult? Maybe you are in your 60s and struggling to care for a parent in their 80s or 90s while trying … Continue reading The Sandwich Generation – what is it and are you a member → The post The Sandwich Generation – what is it and are you a member appeared first on Aging Life Car

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Caregiver Support Services

DECEMBER 5, 2024

A family “picture” remains etched in my mind—even though it occurred about three decades ago. We were visiting my parents in Florida, and my young daughters, 6 and 9 at the time, brought along a family tree book. Sitting at the dining room table, they both began filling in facts each of them knew well, such as their name, birth date, my name and their father’s name, their grandparents’ names.

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Community Home Health Care

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, for family caregivers, it can also bring unique challenges, especially when caring for a senior loved one. Whether theyre living with dementia , facing mobility restrictions, managing chronic illnesses, or simply navigating the aging process, careful planning can make the holidays enjoyable and stress-free for everyone involved.

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The Harley School is seeking to inspire a new generation of hospice professionals to enter the field with educational programs that highlight the meaningful work involved in end-of-life care delivery. Based in Rochester, New York, the college preparatory schools curriculum includes a broad range of topics such as visual and performing arts, training in nursery and childhood education, civic engagement and a program focused on hospice education.

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NHPCO

DECEMBER 5, 2024

(Alexandria, VA and Washington, DC) – The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) is proud to announce the addition of a proven leader, Sherl Brand, RN, BSN, who will be joining the Alliance as its first Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective the middle of January 2025.

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Diversity Nursing

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Historically, Nursing has been viewed as a female-dominated profession, but a noticeable shift is occurring. The number of men entering the Nursing field has significantly increased in recent years. This trend reflects a broader recognition of Nursing as a versatile and rewarding career for individuals of all genders. The Rise of Male Nurses Over the past few decades, the percentage of male Nurses in the U.S. has steadily risen.

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AJN Off the Charts

DECEMBER 9, 2024

When ‘the hospital’ speaks as a single, unified entity. Many nurses working in hospitals do not know the decision-makers who affect their job. To patients, visitors, donors, accreditors, and other external constituents, hospital systems benefit from being personified as a single, unilateral-appearing brand. Photo by Erik Mclean on Unsplash However, when a decision is said to have been made by the hospital,’ rather than by a specific person in the hospital, such language obscure

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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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Traditions Health

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Winter can be beautiful, but the harsh weather can also make it dangerous for everyone: Navigating cold temperatures, bitter wind chills, snow, and ice is challenging. Staying warm indoors can be difficult too, and comes with its own set of issues, including safety concerns around the use of space heaters and electric blankets. For older adults, winter poses more risks.

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The health care community should integrate palliative care into all aspects of post-stroke treatments, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA). This should include interventions to address psychosocial health, navigating the health care system and preparation for end-of-life care when necessary, the statement indicated.

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Together for Short Lives

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Following our successful campaign, we warmly welcome the Health and Social Care Secretary, Wes Streetings, decision to increase NHS England funding for childrens hospices to 26 million in 2025/26. The 100 million fund for both childrens and adult hospices in England announced by the UK Government also means many seriously ill children and their families […] The post Together for Short Lives welcomes Childrens Hospice Grant boost appeared first on Together for Short Lives.

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Nurse Nacole

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Resilience, resilience, resilience. It's a word I use to appreciate and respect, but over the past few years, it's been abused and often used to cover up organizational problems. No nurse should be told to be stronger if their support system isn't providing him or her with the environment to be strong in. Nurses shouldn't be expected to rise above problems and barriers that obstruct them from delivering quality, safe care.

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Minority Nurse

DECEMBER 5, 2024

There comes a time in every nurse’s career when it may be time to quit a nursing job. It’s rarely a fun decision, but we all must go through it, even when it’s uncomfortable or scary. Uncertainty can throw us off balance, personally or professionally, and life can feel a little less safe when we lose that sense of security. It’s often said that the devil you know is better than the devil you don’t, but then again, there are times when you know it’s time to go,

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Daily Nurse

DECEMBER 24, 2024

As we all know, nurses continue to be identified by most Americans as the most trusted and honest professionals in the country. For this reason, the high ethical standards set by the profession pay extraordinary dividends for everyone involved. Speaking of ethics, what are the ethical standards of nursing, and what do they mean? Ethical Standards Hold Meaning Anyone can pay lip service to ethical principles, but when it comes to delivering patient care within a complex healthcare system, the eth

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Hospice News explores the issues garnering growing attention in end-of-life care delivery in seven of this years hidden gem stories. Topics span trends related to program integrity, workforce development, health equity, service diversification and the keys to hospices growth strategies. Hospice Investors to Watch Hospice merger and acquisition (M&A) activity has seen a cooling period compared to previous record-breaking years in the market.

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Caregiver Support Services

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Domestic abuse is awful no matter who you are. But, when you depend on the care of others for your health and well-being and experience domestic abuse, it can be even harder. If youre a caregiver to someone thats been through it, the journey isnt over. Domestic abuse stays with you for years and can seriously impact your quality of life if not dealt with correctly.

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Hospice Nurse Hero

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As a hospice nurse, ensuring the well-being of your patients while prioritizing your safety is essential. Recently, I read a report released by National Nurses United , that stated eight out of 10 nurses have been the victim of workplace violence. From ensuring the well-being of your patients to your security, here’s a look at my top 20 safety tips for hospice nurses.

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Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

DECEMBER 5, 2024

This week, I embarked on a journey: six flights in three days, traveling from the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) conference in Seattle to Asheville, NC, spanning three time zones, grabbing sleep mostly in air, and all capped by a red-eye flight. Despite the itinerary, missing ASHA was never a consideration. Attending this annual conference, a tradition since 2004, is my time to refresh, have the best belly laughs connecting with current and prior colleagues, and learn about

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Responsive Home Care

DECEMBER 5, 2024

If you have ever felt that pang of worry while waiting for test results or found yourself wishing for more personalized attention from a healthcare provider, youre in good company. For so many of us, healthcare feels like navigating a maze with too many unknowns and too little assistance. But with the latest healthcare innovations […] The post The Latest Healthcare Innovations to Watch in 2025 appeared first on Responsive Home Care.

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Cancer patients generally need palliative care, but widespread misperceptions often stand in their way, both among the public and many clinicians themselves. This is according to Nadine Barrett, president of the Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC). The organization has been holding a series of webinars designed to better educate the oncology community about palliative care.

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Daily Nurse

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In a world where commitment to community and healthcare can often feel fleeting, Frank Morisano is a shining example of unwavering dedication. This week, we proudly honor him as the Nurse of the Week for his remarkable nursing contributions and deep-rooted service to the Staten Island community. Born into a family with a rich tradition of firefighting, Morisano’s journey into service began long before he donned the scrubs of a registered nurse.

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Seasons Hospice

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The New Year is the perfect time to focus on creating healthier habits and setting achievable wellness goals, particularly for seniors. As we age, maintaining a well-rounded approach to wellness becomes increasingly important for both physical and mental well-being. Seniors can benefit greatly from setting goals that address their unique needs, ensuring they stay active, engaged, and healthy throughout the year.

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The Caregiving Years Training Academy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

You want to make a difference to support family caregivers. You decide the best way to make a difference is by starting your own small business to serve them. You feel such a passion to serve family caregivers that you cant imagine not starting a small business. Your own business provides the flexibility and freedom to make a difference you know family caregivers deserve.

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Minority Nurse

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA) Minority Fellowship Program (MFP ) at the American Nurses Association is excited to announce that applications for its 2025-2026 Class of Fellows are now open! This esteemed program is dedicated to reducing health disparities and improving healthcare outcomes for racially and ethnically diverse populations.

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