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New Dementia-Focused Payment Model Emphasizes Caregiver Support

Hospice News

Without family caregivers, most hospice and palliative care patients would be unable to receive care in the home. Now, some emerging payment models are including caregiver support as a key component. In terms of caregiving support, not much has changed. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) unveiled in July 2023.

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How Hospices Can Improve Health Equity for Rural-Based LGBTQ+ Seniors

Hospice News

Terminally ill seniors in these locales often experience higher levels of loneliness and isolation at the end-of-life due to a lack of nearby hospices or support from family caregivers.

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How Health Literacy, Education Influences a Patients’ Hospice Experience

Hospice News

I’d like to ask you the same question as it pertains to the family and to the caregiver. And they’re probably not even coming to the post-acute care world, because they’re so clouded by their experience as a caregiver caretaker for a loved one. Not all of our caretakers are formal caregivers.

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Respite Care Provides Critical Support to Rockville Family Caregivers

Comfort Home Care

Caregiving is a demanding job. It is important that the caregiver takes time for themselves to maintain their own health. Respite care provides a much-needed break for the caregiver. Respite care refers to the breaks caregivers need when providing care to a loved one on an ongoing basis. Value to Caregivers.

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Hydrate This Summer with Fruit Infused Water

Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

Anyone can make fruit infused water, whether it’s yourself or a caretaker. Fruit infused water can be made in large quantities and shared so go ahead and get started or ask a certified caregiver or family member to make it for you. Anyone Can Make It and Drink It. It’s also good for children, parents, and elderly people.

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Caring For Your Loved One During Hospice Services

Shining Light Hospice

To aid caregivers in providing the best care possible for their loved ones, we have put together a list of guiding principles for successful hospice care. Take Care of Yourself It is important for caretakers to take time for themselves. See Your Loved One As An Individual The first principle is to see your loved one as an individual.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Rekha Daniel-Kimani

Minority Nurse

I help make sure our clinicians and caretakers who care for millions of clients worldwide feel that they are personally connected to our mission and values, that they experience a sense of inclusion and belonging, and that they are compensated fairly. While the title is long, the purpose is simple: I care for our greatest asset—our talent.

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