Hospice News

JANUARY 22, 2024

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. Social workers can be pivotal to shaping care delivery approaches and community outreach efforts that improve hospice access and understanding, according to Arlen Gaines, licensed clinical social worker and director of hospice social services at Maryland-based Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA).

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Daily Nurse

JANUARY 22, 2024

As a popular career path, nurse practitioners have been in the ascendant for some time now, and 2024 is no exception. Every time you turn around, it can seem like someone else you know is in NP school or considering applying. No matter how you slice it, the nurse practitioner career has been enjoying its day in the sun, and the trend is destined to continue for the foreseeable future.

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Hospice News

JANUARY 22, 2024

Agape Care Group is a company on the move, focused on multi-state expansion in the Southeast quadrant of the United States while continuing to to build density in its existing markets. The hospice and palliative care provider, a portfolio company of Ridgemont Equity Partners, acquired two organizations in 2023, as well as purchases of additional licenses, despite last year’s industry-wide M&A slump.

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Caring Senior Service

JANUARY 22, 2024

While many do not look forward to aging, there are some perks to getting older. One of the big benefits is getting senior discounts at some of your favorite retailers and restaurants. Here are some discounts seniors qualify for! Make sure to check the age because you can qualify for some discounts at just 50.

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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.

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Diversity Nursing

JANUARY 22, 2024

In Gallup's 2023 Honesty and Ethics poll , Americans' evaluations of almost all 23 professions have experienced a decline compared to previous years. Interestingly, only one profession, labor union leaders, has managed to maintain its standing since 2019. Surprisingly, a mere 25% of respondents consider their honesty and ethics to be "very high" or "high.

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Home Sweet Home In-Home Care

JANUARY 22, 2024

Get help learning how to support senior sleeping habits Everyone knows the feeling: deep breaths, white noise, counting sheep, all in an attempt to force our brains to shut down to allow us the sleep we desperately need. As we grow older, it can be even more challenging to get enough sleep. Older adults can experience changes in their sleep architecture, including lighter sleep, more frequent awakenings, and a shift towards earlier bedtimes.

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Changing Lives Podcast

JANUARY 22, 2024

Hospice care is a specialized form of healthcare that focuses on providing comfort and support to individuals facing life-limiting illnesses. We often receive the same set of questions around hospice care and for someone who has never had any exposure to it in the past, there are many aspects of it that aren’t intuitive. In this episode we will be answering some of the most common questions about hospice care and the services provided by Hospice Quinte.

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Traditions Health

JANUARY 22, 2024

Nashville, TN – Traditions Health has recently hired Jay Henderson as its new vice president of sales for the hospice business line. In this capacity, he oversees the sales function for Arizona, California, and Oregon. Additionally, Henderson will be responsible for building customer-focused, high-performing sales teams, while ensuring that we continue to provide value to the communities we serve.

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Caring Senior Service

JANUARY 22, 2024

Caring for a loved one at the end of their life can be emotionally challenging. This type of care requires a deep commitment to preserving your loved one's dignity and maintaining their privacy as they pass. Family caregivers can help provide this type of support and care to their loved ones as they pass. Learn more about strategies to maintain privacy and dignity for a dying loved one.

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Traditions Health

JANUARY 22, 2024

Nashville, TN – Traditions Health has recently hired Hannah Echols as its new vice president of clinical applications and business intelligence. Echols will manage the data and business intelligence strategy across the organization and implement new technologies necessary to support our patients and internal business units. “Hannah is an outstanding addition to our team.

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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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The Caregiving Years Training Academy

JANUARY 22, 2024

Last week, we took a Soul Break, our monthly 20-minute meeting to reflect and receive. During our meeting, which helped us take a break from anticipating, I asked this question to help us stay in the present rather than fret about the future: What will center me today? This question reminds me of the willow tree, which bends but does not break. The tree always comes back to center.

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Hospice News

JANUARY 22, 2024

Dr. Eduardo Bruera is a true pioneer in the field of palliative care. Bruera founded the first academic fellowship program in palliative care at the University of Alberta in Canada. He later founded the Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston where he is now department chair.

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The Caregiving Years Training Academy

JANUARY 22, 2024

When you care for a family member, you can feel overwhelmed. The overwhelm can keep you running from responsibility to task to decision. It’s incredibly difficult to take a moment to reflect on what you need. To help you stop to take stock of what’s going well and what needs your focus, join us for a special event we’re hosting on January 27 called Coaching for Caregivers.

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