Remove Chaplain Remove End-of-life care Remove Social worker
article thumbnail

Deathwives Founders: Death Doulas Fill End-of-Life Care Gaps, Ease Strain on Hospice Staff

Hospice News

Many come striving for change after witnessing loved ones receive poor end-of-life care or enduring bereavement without support. A death doula is a non-medical provider trained to care for a terminally ill person and their family physically, emotionally and spiritually during the process of death.

article thumbnail

Breaking Down Barriers: The Crucial Role of Social Workers in Dispelling Hospice Misconceptions

Hospice News

Social workers have an increasingly important role to play in breaking down barriers among underserved populations, including misconceptions about hospice that can deter or dampen utilization. The New York-based health system offers home care, hospice and behavioral health, among other services.

professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Spiritual Care Key to Addressing Disparities Among Underserved Black Communities

Hospice News

Spiritual hospice care providers are an important link to building bridges of access and trust among underserved African American populations. The health system offers hospice and palliative care, along with urgent and emergency services, primary and pediatric care, as well as women’s health services, among others.

article thumbnail

More Medical Schools Investing in Palliative Care Education

Hospice News

The New Mexico Palliative Care ECHO Program is part of the university’s Project ECHO model, which offers roughly 70 different educational programs to more than 750 organizations across the globe through virtual learning courses. Communication skills are a major component of a palliative care curriculum.

article thumbnail

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. Nurses have a right to speak out.

Hospice 301
article thumbnail

Hospices Leverage Community Resources to Serve Vulnerable Homeless Populations

Hospice News

Many medical and nonmedical issues can be exacerbated at the end of life among unhoused and homeless seniors compared to others, according to James Patrick Hall, executive director of Rocky Mountain Refuge. The Denver-based nonprofit organization offers shelter for people with end-of-life care needs.

Hospice 251
article thumbnail

Hospices Strategize Sustainable Growth for Veteran Programs

Hospice News

The hospice and palliative care provider last November launched its military program Challenge Coin, which provides individualized recognition of veterans’ accomplishments and accolades. The program has provided services to more than 200 veterans thus far in 2024 and is led by chaplains from various U.S.

Hospice 279