Hospice News

AUGUST 2, 2024

The National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) are moving forward on the integration of their combined new organization. Temporarily dubbed the NAHC-NHPCO Alliance as of July 1, among the goals of merging two of the nation’s largest home health and hospice advocacy groups is to garner stronger legislative support to advance meaningful change, according to Kenneth Albert, president and CEO of Andwell Health Partners.

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Caregiver Warrior

AUGUST 2, 2024

My Mom was a beautiful force to be reckoned with. I made sure the world saw her that way. The post My Mom Died a Brunette: How I Celebrated her life. appeared first on Caregiver Warrior.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 2, 2024

New Jersey-based Hunterdon Hospice has relaunched its bereavement program aimed at supporting loved ones who have experienced a traumatic loss. The hospice provider temporarily halted the eight-week grief support program during the COVID-19 pandemic due to social distancing requirements. Set to restart on Aug. 20, the group sessions will occur weekly on Tuesdays at Hunterdon Hospice’s office location in Flemington, New Jersey.

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Hospice of the North Coast

AUGUST 2, 2024

We are honored to share that Hospice of the North Coast has been featured in a article by Katherine I. Pettus, PhD, titled “Up Close & Personal: Caregiving for My Sister with a Brain Tumor.” Published by the International Association for Hospice & Palliative Care (IAHPC), this heartfelt piece highlights the exceptional care and support we provide to patients and their families during some of the most challenging times.

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Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 2, 2024

The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed a new avenue of funding for Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) with implications for palliative care providers. The agency’s 2025 Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule contains a provision that would establish a new “prepaid shared savings” option for Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) participants.

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Caregiver Support Services

AUGUST 2, 2024

You are currently running a clinic and you’re looking to increase your revenue. One thing for sure is you will need to do more than just maintain trustworthy relationships with your patients. Not only must you ensure there is a steady flow of new patients accessing your services, to see steady growth in revenue, but also move towards a patient-centric model to remain competitive in the market.

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Elder Care Matters

AUGUST 2, 2024

Estate planning is vital for seniors to ensure their wishes are honored and their assets are managed properly. Our latest article covers essential documents every senior should have, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Learn how these tools protect your interests and provide peace of mind. Visit Elder Care Matters for expert guidance. The post Estate Planning 101: Essential Documents Every Senior Should Have appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Nurse Nacole

AUGUST 2, 2024

Category: Infectious Diseases Hepatitis A virus is a vaccine-preventable fecal-orally transmitted RNA virus that causes acute hepatitis. Hepatitis A is never chronic, is often asymptomatic in younger patients and causes fulminant hepatic failure in < 1% of cases.

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