Hospice News

AUGUST 22, 2022

The hospice chaplain shortage is reaching a tipping point. As they work to recruit and retain their chaplain labor force, hospices are contending with a barrage of issues that also can impact patient access. More than 7,768 chaplains were employed by hospices nationwide in 2019, according to the Zippia report.

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Hospice News

JULY 22, 2022

Many come striving for change after witnessing loved ones receive poor end-of-life care or enduring bereavement without support. They facilitate conversations regarding the dying process, discuss advance care planning, hospice election and advocate the patient’s wishes around ceremony, memorialization and disposition.

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Journey With Deanna

JANUARY 20, 2016

Blane Brazier has worked full time in hospice since 2008. He currently works at Amity Hospice as their Chaplain and Bereavement Coordinator where he also facilitates grief groups for bereaved family members. He recently wrote a booklet called CELEBRATING LIFE a Compassionate Guide Through Funeral Planning.

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Seasons Hospice

MAY 2, 2023

In a hospice or hospital setting, a chaplain is often seen as a religious figure who offers spiritual support and guidance to patients and their families. In these cases, many may wonder how a chaplain can help a patient who is non-religious. Here are some of the key duties of a hospice chaplain: 1.

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Shining Light Hospice

APRIL 8, 2022

Hospice is designed to provide medical, social, and spiritual care for the terminally ill patient with the goal of keeping the patient as symptom free as possible throughout the end of their journey. What Are The Similarities of Hospice and Home Health? Hospice is indicated for end of life care for patients with a terminal illness.

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Shining Light Hospice

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Let’s explore how hospice services can help your loved one. What Is Hospice? Hospice care is a service that can be provided to terminally ill patients who elect to have comfort care only at the end of life. The physician will oversee all care while on hospice. Chaplains are also available for spiritual care.

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HPNA podcast

JUNE 4, 2020

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