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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. The model comes at a time when dementia-related illnesses are on the rise among hospice patients. For a lot of hospice providers, caregiver services are not their bread and butter,” Lee said.

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How Health Literacy, Education Influences a Patients’ Hospice Experience

Hospice News

In case you missed it, Hospice News has launched a new specialty publication for palliative care professionals. You can subscribe to Palliative Care News here: Subscribe today! When it comes to the patient experience in hospice care, what do you see are the biggest problems or barriers that need to be addressed?

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NHPCO and HAN Welcome Introduction of Community-Based Palliative Care Act in Congress

NHPCO

For Immediate Release June 8, 2023 (Alexandria, VA) – The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) and its affiliate group, the Hospice Action Network (HAN) thank Congressional leaders, U.S. There are many benefits to allowing patients to seek palliative support through early referrals.

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Future Leaders Class of 2022: Lauren O’Dwyer, CFO, Anvoi Hospice and Anvoi Management

Hospice News

Lauren O’Dwyer, CFO at Anvoi Hospice and Anvoi Management, LLC, has been named a 2022 Future Leader by Hospice News. The program is designed to recognize up-and-coming industry members who are shaping the next decade of senior housing, skilled nursing, home health, and hospice care. What drew you to the hospice industry?

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Explaining Hospice Care to Your Patients

Traditions Health

But as their care provider, you have the opportunity to guide patients and their families to resources like hospice care that can make their remaining time more comfortable and fulfilling. As you begin the delicate conversation about choosing hospice care, make sure you cover the following talking points.

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Words of Encouragement for 2021

Seasons Hospice

Here at Seasons Hospice of Tulsa and Muskogee, we would like to share some words of encouragement with you and your family as we move into the new year. Whether you’re specifically looking for what to say to someone in hospice, or just looking for words of encouragement and strength in general, we have a few scriptures that may be helpful.

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

Hospice News

Aging LGBTQ+ populations have few options for quality end-of-life care – particularly those in rural areas – and hospices are ramping up efforts to reach them. Access to hospice can be challenging for many seniors in remote or rural regions. She also serves as medical director of palliative care at the nonprofit organization. “I

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