Elder Care Matters
MARCH 24, 2025
Advance directives, including living wills and healthcare proxies, are essential for seniors to ensure their healthcare preferences are respected if they become incapacitated. These legal documents help eliminate confusion and stress for family members during critical medical situations, offering clear guidance on life-sustaining treatments and decision-making.
Hospice News
MARCH 24, 2025
Founders of a new Iowa-based pediatric hospice facility have recently pushed legislation forward to help improve the availability of end-of-life support for terminally ill children and their families. Masons Light House is anticipated to open in 2027 or 2028, depending on state licensing processes and funding, according to Shanna Sieck, founder and board president of the nonprofit organization.
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CareAcademy Blog
MARCH 24, 2025
Are you thinking of starting a new community or revamping your technology stack to make operations run smoother? Look no further. Did you know there are approximately 30,600 assisted living communities in the U.S.? As older adults continue to age into this level of support and expectations increase for the best resident experience, you and your team need an interoperable technology ecosystem that can scale with your facilitys evolving needs.
Hospice News
MARCH 24, 2025
Research into value-based care has been gaining momentum in its ability to demonstrate the benefits of palliative care delivery. Research has been an important part of transformational development in health care, providing evidence around the systematic policy changes needed to improve access, according to Bridget Doherty, director of access and policy research at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine.
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Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.
Daily Nurse
MARCH 24, 2025
The healthcare profession is at a pivotal moment. A growing crisis is evident across various sectors, driven by healthcare workforce shortages and a lack of skilled professionals prepared to thrive in high-stress environments. The recent global pandemic intensified this issue, leading to higher turnover rates among new nurses who often opt for less demanding roles.
Hospice News
MARCH 24, 2025
The term personalized medicine is often used to describe health needs based on a patients genetics. However, more stakeholders are applying the term to hospice and palliative care. Personalized medicine is a step away from a one-size-fits-all approach to health care. The model uses information gathered from a patients genome to plan for care, treatment and services, and to some extent, predict a likely health trajectory, according to the National Human Genome Research Institute, part of the Nati
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Hospice News
MARCH 24, 2025
Taylor Tosto, Hospice Floor Registered Nurse at Friendship Village, has been named a 2024 Frontline Honors honoree by Hospice News. To become a Frontline honoree, an individual is nominated by their peers. The candidate must be: A dedicated, high-performing frontline worker who delivers exceptional experiences and outcomes A passionate worker who knows how to put their vision into for the good of their respective industry, the patients and residents they serve, and their families An advocate for
High Peaks Hospice
MARCH 24, 2025
We are thrilled to welcome Martha Crawford to the High Peaks Hospice family! Martha, a native of Hudson Falls, joined our team in March of 2025 as our new Volunteer Manager after a distinguished career as an educator. Her passion for helping others and her dedication to community service make her a perfect fit for our mission of providing compassionate end-of-life care.
Caregiver Support Services
MARCH 24, 2025
As a caregiver, you dedicate yourself to providing the best support possible. With numerous prescriptions often involved, understanding how caregivers can prevent medication errors at home is essential for creating a safer, healthier environment for those in your care. Communicate With Other Members of the Care Team Whether you’re a family caregiver coordinating with a doctor or a professional caregiver maintaining contact with a clients family, transparency is critical.
Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing
MARCH 24, 2025
For individuals living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) or end-stage renal disease (ESRD), dialysis is a vital treatment that helps maintain overall health. Traditionally, patients undergo dialysis treatments in a clinical setting, but advancements in medical technology have made at-home dialysis a viable and often preferable option. At Freedom Home Care, we understand the importance of personalized, comfortable, and convenient healthcare solutions.
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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.
AT Home Care & Hospice
MARCH 24, 2025
Restoring Function, Enhancing Independence Occupational Therapy (OT) is a cornerstone of home health care, enabling patients to regain essential life skills and maximize their independence. Unlike Physical Therapy (PT), which primarily focuses on movement and strength, OT takes a holistic approach – addressing physical, cognitive, and environmental factors to enhance a patient’s ability to perform The post The Vital Role of Occupational Therapy in Home Health Care appeared first on A
Adobe Hospice & Home Health
MARCH 24, 2025
Restoring Function, Enhancing Independence Occupational Therapy (OT) is a cornerstone of home health care, enabling patients to regain essential life skills and maximize their independence. Unlike Physical Therapy (PT), which primarily focuses on movement and strength, OT takes a holistic approach – addressing physical, cognitive, and environmental factors to enhance a patient’s ability to perform The post The Vital Role of Occupational Therapy in Home Health Care appeared first on A
Corecubed Care Marketing Solutions
MARCH 24, 2025
In the hectic world of home care, standing out requires more than superior serviceit takes strategic marketing to connect with those in need. However, finding the time and resources to market effectively can feel impossible between hiring and training caregivers, managing client intake, and delivering top-quality care. Thats where outsourcing comes in.
Hospice Promise
MARCH 24, 2025
Spring is a time of renewal and hope. As the season changes, were reminded of the beauty of small moments and the joy they bring. Just as flowers bloom and the days grow brighter, hospice care helps bring comfort, peace, and meaningful connections during lifes most tender moments.Wishing our Hospice Promise family a peaceful and bright spring season!
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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.
SevenPonds Blog
MARCH 24, 2025
Marianne Faithfull, the English singer, actress and 1960s It Girl, died in January at the age of 78. She was perhaps most famous for her UK 1964 hit single As Tears Go By, a melancholy song that contemplates the passage … Continue reading → The post <img src="[link] Tears Go By” by Marianne Faithfull appeared first on SevenPonds Blog.
Nurse Nacole
MARCH 24, 2025
Category: Fundamentals Sildenafil and related drugs (vardenafil [Levitra] and tadalafil [Cialis]) inhibit type 5 phosphodiesterase, relaxing vascular smooth muscle. These agents can prolong and intensify the vasodilating effects of nitrates, resulting in severe hypotension.
AJN Off the Charts
MARCH 24, 2025
Human trafficking (HT) is a global humanitarian and public health crisis. It is a crime that is happening in plain sight with its victims walking among us. Sadly, HT goes grossly undetected because of a lack of understanding, misperceptions, and lack of knowledge about its identification. Although addressed on social media, news outlets, and portrayed in Hollywood films, HT’s reality is often quite different from the sensationalized ways (chains and ropes, abductions by ‘white vans&#
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