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Intentionally Interprofessional Care: DorAnne Donesky, Michelle Milic, Naomi Saks, & Cara Wallace

GeriPal

The many arguments, theories, & approaches across settings and conditions are explored in detail in the book they edited, “ Intentionally Interprofessional Palliative Care ” (discount code AMPROMD9). social worker, chaplain), everyone should be able to ask a question or two about spiritual concerns, social concerns, or physical concerns.

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Images of the Dying: A Podcast with Wendy MacNaughton, Lingsheng Li, and Frank Ostaseski

GeriPal

Our focus today, however, was on her most recently published book titled How to Say Goodby e. This beautiful book began as a very personal project for Wendy while she was the artist-in-residence at Zen Hospice. The wisdom and experiences of hospice caregivers (who are often underpaid and undervalued). She has a TED talk.

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Telling the ‘Story of Hospice’ in 2023: Perspectives from 8 Industry Leaders

Hospice News

If you were to write a book about hospice in 2023, what would you call it? To help answer that question, Hospice News asked the CEOs of eight providers how they would title a book about the state of the field today. We want to impact the lives of not just our patients, families, not just the other caregivers, but our team members.

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Accuracy Matters

Chicago Caregiving

Bannan When a loved one can’t find the answers, a caregiver can fill in the gaps Anna Falkenstein’s husband went into cardiac arrest six years ago while walking outside. The conversation can set expectations, and it gives you the chance to explain why it’s important for you, as a caregiver, to provide input to doctors. “If

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To Marry the Love of My Life

The Bucket-List Blog

I’ve been his caregiver since November 2019, when Hospice Care Plus started caring for him in our home. And Kristy, our social worker, was busy with a few surprises. Junann brought a book she made for the ceremony so that Jerry, who can’t hear well, could read and follow along. For most of them, we were married.

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Preparing Your Home for Hospice Care: A Practical Guide

Seasons Hospice

The care team, which typically includes nurses, physicians, social workers, and chaplains, works closely with the patient and their family to develop a care plan that addresses their medical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Ensure Accessibility: The room is easily accessible for caregivers, family members, and hospice staff.

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Home Health Care Can Help Seniors With Loneliness and Social Isolation

Hearts for Hospice & Home Health

5 ways to relieve isolation and loneliness After assessing and finding that your patient is suffering from social isolation, consult with their caregivers and healthcare team —specifically the agency’s social worker—to find ways to relieve their isolation. Listen to what they have to say.