Hospice News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Though increased virtual health care access can help hospice providers reach patients upstream, the trend may be worsening disparities and outcomes among Asian American populations, according to Victoria Tsze, an outpatient hospice social worker at Tucson Medical Center (TMC) Hospice.

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Caregiver Support Services

MARCH 17, 2024

You’re a caregiver juggling the demands of caring for a loved one. Caregiving can feel overwhelming and isolating. But, caregiver support services are always changing. They provide access to valuable information and resources. And, it’s all tailored to your unique caregiving situation.

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Hospice News

APRIL 11, 2024

Black Americans are frequently denied access to hospice and palliative care due to structural racism, and many of those communities lack sufficient information to make end-of-life care decisions, new research has found. Access to hospice and palliative care is perceived as lacking.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

It’s really having the team approach with our nurses, social workers, providers and counselors so that people don’t feel like they’re alone. This means patients and families are often unaware that end-of-life care can be delivered in the home by their family members or other caregivers, Lin explained.

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Hospice News

MAY 7, 2024

Palliative professionals are among the health care providers with room for improvement in their gender affirming practices, according to Zachary Fried, licensed clinical social worker and training supervisor of Optum at Home, a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH).

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Chicago Caregiving

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Evanston-based anthropologist Rebecca Berman, PhD, spoke with nearly 30 caregivers about their experiences, asking each person about how they became a caregiver, how they find resources, and what they wish society better understood. Caregiving Magazine : What compelled you to explore caregivers’ experiences?

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Hospice News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Brubaker Miller entered the field as a social worker in 1993 and has held leadership positions at hospice organizations for the last 14 years. Hospices are often undergoing multiple audits simultaneously, with auditors examining different types of information. Once that consistency is achieved, it will better inform their roles.

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GeriPal

OCTOBER 10, 2024

social worker, chaplain), everyone should be able to ask a question or two about spiritual concerns, social concerns, or physical concerns. Alex 01:39 And C ara Wallace, who is a hospice social worker and endowed chair and professor in the St. And a social worker or a chaplain will say, wait a minute, can I go in?

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GeriPal

JANUARY 25, 2024

David Bekelman conducted a RCT of a nurse and social worker telephone intervention (ADAPT intervention) for people with heart failure and lung disease (COPD or ILD). It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit. David: Yeah.

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Hospice News

OCTOBER 7, 2024

I would ask a discussion question and say, ‘Okay, Team Body, if you self-identify as being a Team Body person, read this case, and then what information would you like to get from a Team Soul person?’” I’m 10% social worker, and I’m 10% nurse, and I’m 10% chaplain.” McPherson said. What does that mean?

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Hospice News

JULY 13, 2023

But providers can also benefit from considering data that comes from outside their organizations to identify prevailing trends, inform their marketing efforts and guide their decision making. The data will inform continuing discussions of the disconnect between the ways providers perceive hospice lengths of stay and the views of regulators.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

This kind of information can provide a blueprint for how clinical education can be more oriented around patient needs, as well as around pain and symptom management, Bowman said at a recent conference held in collaboration with the Coalition to Transform Advanced Care (C-TAC).

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Hospice News

JANUARY 19, 2024

Bethany Walton, senior oncology social worker and collaborative care therapist at the Lipson Cancer Institute, said Collaborative Care began in 2021 as an extension of the program already in place serving Rochester Regional Health’s Primary and OBGYN Offices. The patient is always an active part of the decision.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 28, 2023

Navigating safety concerns, risks In addition to the risk of crime and violence, workers may have other concerns, such as the ability to reach patients in urban communities in a timely fashion, according to Megan Carrol, social worker at Ascension Illinois – Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care. based in New York.

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Hospice News

JULY 22, 2022

Death doulas also serve as patient advocates and offer respite to caregivers as well as logistical support with tasks like estate and financial planning or funeral services, said Deathwives Founders Lauren Carroll and Erin Merelli. Nurses and social workers are especially stretched thin. We have both been hospice volunteers.

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Hospice News

JULY 3, 2023

Incentive programs to recruit, train and retain palliative care clinicians; education on primary palliative care for all disciplines; and support for unpaid caregivers crucial to addressing the state’s palliative care workforce shortage. Improving the state’s understanding of palliative care and how it differs from hospice.

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American In-Home Care

OCTOBER 17, 2022

While life will change, there are a number of steps to take that can help ensure a practical plan is in place that helps a loved one live with dignity and independence and family caregivers receive needed support. Gathering information and having it readily available will provide an important measure of control and stability.

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Hospice News

MARCH 26, 2023

While the public companies do not represent the entire industry, their obligation to keep investors informed regarding their financial performance can provide insights into larger trends at a time when providers of all sizes are reporting astronomical labor expenses. But the strides have come at a cost.

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Chicago Caregiving

JUNE 29, 2023

Take your turn in our first-ever caregiving game, and learn everything you need for each step of the way Your child has a disabling accident. Employers — yours or your loved one’s — may offer caregiver support, such as access to social workers. Experts urge self-care; it helps you be a better caregiver.

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Chicago Caregiving

JANUARY 3, 2024

When he was in the hospital and rehab facilities, Pam used that time as a break from caregiving. Still, caregiving was taking a toll on Pam. “I Utilizing Resources Pam was connected to a social worker from Family Services of Lake County. Then she would give me information about who to get in touch with,” Pam says.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 16, 2023

A large benefit of palliative care is being able to both identify patient needs and opportunities to help address the full scope of family and caregiving needs as well. The education component is key to really inform the patient and their family of what palliative care really is and how we can serve them.

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Hope Hospice

JUNE 15, 2020

Home health care is specialized medical care that is ordered by a physician and is administered by trained healthcare professionals such as nurses, physician assistants, physical therapists, occupational therapists, medical social workers, dietitians, etc. Senior centers may also maintain registries of independent caregivers.

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Hope Hospice

JUNE 15, 2020

Home health care is specialized medical care that is ordered by a physician and is administered by trained healthcare professionals such as nurses, physician assistants, physical therapists, occupational therapists, medical social workers, dietitians, etc. Senior centers may also maintain registries of independent caregivers.

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Chicago Caregiving

JULY 14, 2023

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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Chicago Caregiving

JULY 27, 2022

Collect and story this emergency information before you need it. As we age, it becomes increasingly important to have medical, financial, and end-of-life information immediately available in case of an emergency. Pensions and Social Security accounts. Long-term care and life insurance contact information. Vehicle titles.

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Diversity Nursing

AUGUST 3, 2023

Communicate with Family and Caregivers: Engage in open communication with family members and caregivers. They may provide valuable information and insights into the elder's situation. Listen to Their Statements: Sometimes, the elder may hint or express directly that they are experiencing abuse.

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Hospice of the North Coast

AUGUST 25, 2023

Armed with knowledge, individuals and their loved ones can make informed decisions, ensuring dignity, support, and well-being during the final stages of life. The hospice care team comprises medical experts, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers who collectively address the needs of patients and their families.

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Hope Hospice

JUNE 15, 2020

Hope Hospice is publishing a five-part monthly series about common family caregiver mistakes. You can obtain lists of home health agencies in your area from a hospital social worker/discharge planner, or possibly your physician’s office. Senior centers may also maintain registries of independent caregivers.

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Hospice of the North Coast

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Key Takeaways Hospice care for dementia patients aims to reduce physical and emotional distress, safeguarding dignity and comfort, with a hospice team that includes physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers. Who Makes Up the Hospice Team?

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AJN Off the Charts

JANUARY 17, 2023

This can cause intense emotional and behavioral reactions and can make it difficult to take in information. Some people with PTSD have poor support networks with few, if any, caregivers due to histories of relational stress or social isolation. Trauma-informed care. Poor support networks and other factors.

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Comforcare Home Care

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

RNs, LPNs, Social Workers and Certified Case Managers - will receive 1 continuing education credit. Dr. Heather McKay, Occupational Therapist and Dementia Care Specialist will present this informative webinar designed to improve sleep for people with dementia and their caregivers. Please register today: [link].

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NHPCO

JUNE 21, 2023

That is not playing God, it is giving patients what they deserve: complete information and the ability to make choices for themselves. By sharing information about his personal end-of-life journey, former President Carter has helped Americans understand this reality. days, according to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission.

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Hospice News

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

If we look at some of the decks and slide presentations on the Medicare Advantage carve-in, going back to 2018, it’s the same information, and we’re still talking about impacting change. 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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Hospice of the North Coast

MARCH 9, 2021

Hospice of the North Coast is a We Honor Veterans Level 5 certified provider, and we have prepared this overview of resources for our local Veteran community and their caregivers to consider when planning for the future. Securing Benefits for Aging Veterans and their Caregivers. Programs for Assisting Veterans and Caregivers.

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GeriPal

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit. So in the VA, psychologist and a social worker and a chaplain and a doctor and a nurse are all mandated components of a palliative care team. We have a social worker.”

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Hospice News

JANUARY 19, 2023

Another recent example came in December when Arizona-based Hospice of the Valley launched a community education program to help inform health care providers about dementia care support and patients’ changing needs as they age. These conditions also put a burden on family caregivers, just as many medical ailments do.

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NHPCO

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Trends in quality of care: CY 2021 saw an increase in visits in the last days of life by both nurses and social workers after a decline in 2020. NHPCO Facts and Figures is the leading resource for hospice providers and others interested in understanding the work of the community.

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