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Dementia Support Gaps Compromise Hospice Care, Help Inform GUIDE Models

Hospice News

Individuals with Alzheimers and dementia-related conditions could benefit from stronger caregiver programs upstream of end-of-life care. This is according to recent research findings, which could help inform approaches to care under the new Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) payment model.

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Mahogany CEO: Hospice on Cusp of ‘Tremendous Revolution’

Hospice News

We are also in the process of putting together a one-day caregiver retreat. That one-day caregiver retreat will not simply only be for caregivers of hospice patients who may be receiving services from us. What do you see as the largest opportunities in hospice care delivery today?

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Caregiver Burnout

Traditions Health

That’s why caregiver burnout is very common. In observance of National Family Caregiver’s Month, it’s important we share the signs of caregiver burnout — and ways to prevent it. Signs of Caregiver Burnout Everyone experiences caregiver burnout differently. Caregivers can neglect their own health and well-being.

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Three Things to Expect When Heading Home for Hospice Care

Traditions Health

Hospice care is an option for someone who has been diagnosed with a terminal illness and a life expectancy of six months or less. Your family can arrange hospice care at a hospital, inpatient hospice facility, long-term care facility, or home. During these visits, you can share concerns or ask questions.

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Hospices’ Mythbusting Strategies: ‘It’s Not Brink-of-Death Care’

Hospice News

National hospice utilization rates have hovered around this vicinity for the past decade, with 44% of decedents receiving these services in 2010, the Alliance report found. We must be better at positioning hospice care as a part of improving their lives, rather than simply being present at death.”

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Assessing Caregiver Burnout for Hospice, Palliative Patients

Hospice News

Given the significance of family caregivers in hospice care, providers can benefit from having tools to assess whether or not they are experiencing burnout. Caregiver burnout carries high risk for emotional, social and financial consequences for caregivers. There’s a very high number of U.S.

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New Pediatric Center Aims to Improve Patient, Family Support

Hospice News

The center will be located in Jacksonville, Florida, and create a dedicated, child-friendly space for pediatric palliative and hospice patients and their families to receive caregiver support and engage in recreational and therapeutic activities. Support and activities for siblings will also be a vital part of the services offered.

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