Hospice News

JUNE 20, 2024

The Pennant Group (NASDAQ: PNTG) has inked a management and consulting services agreement with Hartford HealthCare at Home (HHCAH). HHCAH is the home health and hospice segment of the Hartford HealthCare integrated health system. The health system retains ownership of HHCAH, with Pennant providing financial support services, human resources advising, information technology and other management consulting services.

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Life & Death Matters

JUNE 20, 2024

When I was asked to write this blog post, I didn’t know much about the term ‘grief literacy’! I was given a few research article, but other than that, I hadn’t really come across it that often. Once I did a bunch of reading, I feel I have a much better grasp on the subject. […] The post Grief Literacy – What is it? appeared first on Life and Death Matters.

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Hospice News

JUNE 20, 2024

Training staff and volunteers to provide developmentally-appropriate grief support is among the key parts of operating summer camp programs for children and adolescents suffering a recent loss. Whether rolling out summer grief camps for the first time or innovating these programs throughout the course of several decades, hospices need a firm grasp around the different emotional and cognitive needs of pediatric populations coping with the death of a loved one, according to Alissa Drescher, senior

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GeriPal

JUNE 20, 2024

Summary Transcript Summary I have to start with the song. On our last podcast about urinary incontinence the song request was, “Let it go.” This time around several suggestions were raised. Eric suggested, “Even Flow,” by Pearl Jam. Someone else suggested, “Under Pressure,” but we’ve done it already. We settled on, “Oops…I did it again,” by Britney Spears.

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HopeHealth

JUNE 20, 2024

For LGBTQ+ caregivers, reaching out for support doesn’t always feel simple or safe. Our LGBTQ+ Caregiver Support Group hopes to help change that. The post LGBTQ+ caregivers, a new support group is here for you appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Daily Nurse

JUNE 20, 2024

According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the number of Americans 65 and older grew five times faster than the total population between 1920 and 2020, reaching a 2020 peak of 55.8 million (or 16.8% of the population). If 1 in 20 people were 65 or older in 1920 and 1 in 6 are now of an advanced age, our healthcare system’s ability to address those individuals’ needs is crucial.

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Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

JUNE 20, 2024

June marks Aphasia Awareness Month , a time dedicated to raising awareness about aphasia, a language disorder that affects communication abilities following brain damage, often due to stroke. Aphasia affects more than two million Americans, with stroke being the leading cause. It impairs the ability to process language, affecting speaking, understanding, reading and writing.

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Diversity Nursing

JUNE 20, 2024

Nurse Practitioners play a crucial role in the healthcare system, providing high-quality care to patients across the nation. One key aspect of their profession is their hourly pay, which varies significantly depending on the state they practice in. Understanding the mean hourly wages for Nurse Practitioners in each state, adjusted for cost of living, can provide valuable insights into the financial aspects of this important healthcare profession.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

JUNE 20, 2024

Helping Heroes Age Well: How Home Health Care Can Address the Needs of Patients with PTSD Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event. While often associated with Veterans, PTSD can affect anyone who has experienced a serious physical or emotional threat. As the population The post Helping Heroes Age Well appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Traditions Health

JUNE 20, 2024

Franklin, TN – Traditions Health of Lawton, OK has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Home Health Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. The Lawton home health branch underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

JUNE 20, 2024

The Intersection of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and End-of-Life Care: How Hospice Can Help PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event. While often associated with veterans, PTSD can affect anyone at any age, including the elderly. This population may have experienced war, accidents, violence, or other traumas The post PTSD and End of Life appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

JUNE 20, 2024

Helping Heroes Age Well: How Home Health Care Can Address the Needs of Patients with PTSD Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event. While often associated with Veterans, PTSD can affect anyone who has experienced a serious physical or emotional threat. As the population The post Helping Heroes Age Well appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.

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Minority Nurse

JUNE 20, 2024

Starting your career in nursing can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. You can finally use the skills you’ve developed over many years of school to help people, yet the responsibilities that come with care can be intimidating. Rather than fretting about your first few months post-graduation, focus on getting off to a good start by nailing your applications.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

JUNE 20, 2024

The Intersection of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and End-of-Life Care: How Hospice Can Help PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event. While often associated with veterans, PTSD can affect anyone at any age, including the elderly. This population may have experienced war, accidents, violence, or other traumas The post PTSD and End of Life appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.

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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

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Palliative Care Chat Podcast

JUNE 20, 2024

Constance Dahlin, MSN, ANP-BC, ACHPN®, FPCN, FAAN is a consultant to the Center to Advance Palliative Care, a palliative nurse practitioner at North Shore Medical Center and co-director of the Palliative APP Externship. Vincent Jay Vanston, MD FAAHPM HMDCB has been working in the field of Hospice and Palliative Medicine for over 25 years. His work now involves hospice care, hospital-based Palliative Medicine consultation, and medical education.

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AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)

JUNE 20, 2024

Elizabeth Dawn Trice Loggers, MD PhD FAAHPM Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center AAHPM reached out to the 2024 Emerging Leaders to gain insight into what motivated them to pursue leadership positions and what they find more fulfilling in their experiences. Elizabeth Dawn Trice Loggers, MD PhD FAAHPM has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Care.

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AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)

JUNE 20, 2024

AAHPM reached out to the 2024 Emerging Leaders to gain insight into what motivated them to pursue leadership positions and what they find more fulfilling in their experiences. Dominic Moore, MD FAAP FAAHPM has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Care. Who has most influenced your work and how have they shaped your contributions?

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