Caregiver Warrior
DECEMBER 21, 2024
Trying to make the Holidays perfect is exhausting and impossible. Let's find some joy and peace instead. Here's how. The post Caregiving and the Holidays: Less Perfection, More Joy! appeared first on Caregiver Warrior.
Hospice News
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Regulators recently extended certain temporary telemedicine waivers granted during the pandemic, with some flexibilities now sunsetting in 2025 rather than the end of this year. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have announced the extension of telemedicine flexibilities for the prescribing of controlled medications until Dec. 31, 2025.
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HopeHealth
DECEMBER 16, 2024
When 64-year-old Reno first heard about palliative care to help with his chronic illness, he resisted. Now, he calls it a game changer. The post Palliative care has been a game changer: Renos story appeared first on HopeHealth.
Sustainable Caregiving
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Caregiving obstacles are inevitable. From logistical challenges to emotional strain, the path of caregiving can feel like a winding river that changes course and requires continuous adaptation. By embracing obstacles, we begin to see them not just as barriers but as potential springboards for growth, resilience, and even positive transformation. The post Embrace and Transform Caregiving Obstacles appeared first on Sustainable Caregiving.
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Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 2, 2024
I began my career as a bedside nurse in the 1990s. I remember one occasion when a doctor, frustrated by our inability to get medical registry data in a timely manner, said, “I could have made changes if I had that information sooner. I’ve had 200 people on my operating room table during this time.” Clinicians have long used data from medical registries to improve care delivery.
Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs
DECEMBER 8, 2024
This week’s blog has been written by Mr Alwin Puthenpurakal, Senior Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Greenwhich. As we approach the end of 2024, the NHS finds itself at a critical juncture. The healthcare system is under significant pressure due to growing patient demands, a shortage of workforce, rising costs, and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Hospice News
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Cancer patients generally need palliative care, but widespread misperceptions often stand in their way, both among the public and many clinicians themselves. This is according to Nadine Barrett, president of the Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC). The organization has been holding a series of webinars designed to better educate the oncology community about palliative care.
Diversity Nursing
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Historically, Nursing has been viewed as a female-dominated profession, but a noticeable shift is occurring. The number of men entering the Nursing field has significantly increased in recent years. This trend reflects a broader recognition of Nursing as a versatile and rewarding career for individuals of all genders. The Rise of Male Nurses Over the past few decades, the percentage of male Nurses in the U.S. has steadily risen.
Adobe Hospice & Home Health
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Holidays at Home As the holiday season approaches, many patients needing long-term care or rehab assistance may feel isolated. Imagine it’s Christmas Eve, and a patient recovering from surgery is alone, unable to attend their family’s holiday gatherings. Sending photos and videos can help a little bit — but it’s never the same. The same The post Holidays at Home appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 23, 2024
For most folks, the holidays are a time of reunions and traditionloved ones coming home from out of town, kids back from college, and living rooms full of joy and laughter. However, my holidays have been far from traditional for the last six years as an ICU travel nurse. Most Thanksgivings and Christmases, I’ve traded home-cooked meals and family gatherings for hospital hallways and patient care across the country.
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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
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Every Drop Counts Did you know that every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood? Blood donations are a lifeline for patients undergoing surgeries, cancer treatments, or dealing with trauma. One donation can save up to three lives, making donors everyday heroes. Key Statistics Home Health Care: Supporting Patients Beyond the Hospital We The post Blood Donors: Everyday Heroes Making a Difference appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.
Responsive Home Care
DECEMBER 5, 2024
If you have ever felt that pang of worry while waiting for test results or found yourself wishing for more personalized attention from a healthcare provider, youre in good company. For so many of us, healthcare feels like navigating a maze with too many unknowns and too little assistance. But with the latest healthcare innovations […] The post The Latest Healthcare Innovations to Watch in 2025 appeared first on Responsive Home Care.
Hospice News
DECEMBER 2, 2024
New Day Healthcare LLC recently secured a $125 million senior credit facility with First Citizens Bank. That capital access will support the company’s acquisition pipeline in home health, hospice and personal care. Part of the funds will be utilized to complete the acquisition of four facilities, as well as several other transactions under consideration, according to CEO and Founder G.
Community Home Health Care
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, for family caregivers, it can also bring unique challenges, especially when caring for a senior loved one. Whether theyre living with dementia , facing mobility restrictions, managing chronic illnesses, or simply navigating the aging process, careful planning can make the holidays enjoyable and stress-free for everyone involved.
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Adobe Hospice & Home Health
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Every Drop Counts Did you know that every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood? Blood donations are a lifeline for patients undergoing surgeries, cancer treatments, or dealing with trauma. One donation can save up to three lives, making donors everyday heroes. Key Statistics Home Health Care: Supporting Patients Beyond the Hospital We The post Blood Donors: Everyday Heroes Making a Difference appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.
American In-Home Care
DECEMBER 16, 2024
For older adults, medication mismanagement is all too common. With age comes an increased likelihood of chronic conditions, and many older adults find themselves taking multiple medications to manage their health. While these medications are prescribed to improve well-being, juggling multiple meds can lead to confusion, missed doses, or even dangerous drug interactions.
AJN Off the Charts
DECEMBER 9, 2024
When ‘the hospital’ speaks as a single, unified entity. Many nurses working in hospitals do not know the decision-makers who affect their job. To patients, visitors, donors, accreditors, and other external constituents, hospital systems benefit from being personified as a single, unilateral-appearing brand. Photo by Erik Mclean on Unsplash However, when a decision is said to have been made by the hospital,’ rather than by a specific person in the hospital, such language obscure
Responsive Home Care
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The way a person with dementia experiences the world is not always grounded in our current reality. One of the more heart-wrenching yet powerful experiences you may encounter is a phenomenon called dementia time-shifting. This isnt just failing to remember what day it is; its a total immersion in a different period of their life. […] The post Dementia Time-Shifting: When the Past Becomes the Present appeared first on Responsive Home Care.
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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.
Hospice News
DECEMBER 26, 2024
A Ventura County, California, physician has been sentenced to 24 months in federal prison for Medicare fraud for medically unnecessary hospice services. Dr. Victor Contreras worked for two hospices in Pasadena California Arcadia Hospice Provider Inc., and Saint Mariam Hospice Inc. The owner of those companies, Jaunita Antenor, is a co-defendant in the case.
Aging Life Care Association
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Written By: Lonette Bolden-Smith, MA, BSN, RN, CMC Are you an adult in your 30’s ,40s or 50s and struggling with your home and working-life balance while tasked with taking care of an aging adult? Maybe you are in your 60s and struggling to care for a parent in their 80s or 90s while trying … Continue reading The Sandwich Generation – what is it and are you a member → The post The Sandwich Generation – what is it and are you a member appeared first on Aging Life Car
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 9, 2024
PACU stands for Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, also known as the recovery room. PACUs are always attached to an operating room or procedure room. They may be part of a hospital, medical center, or a standalone surgical center. PACUs differ depending on the types of surgeries and procedures being performed. These units are typically part of the perioperative area, where patients are closely monitored after their operations.
American In-Home Care
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The holiday season can bring excitement and stress, especially if you're a family caregiver. You want to make the season meaningful and festive, but juggling caregiving responsibilities, family gatherings, and all that comes with holiday preparations can quickly become overwhelming. So, how can you make the most of this time without feeling burnt out?
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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.
Together for Short Lives
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Responding to the news that Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice is planning to make staff redundant and change the way its care is delivered, Nick Carroll, Chief Executive Officer of Together for Short Lives said: “This is awful news for staff and volunteers at Forget Me Not, as well as the children and families who […] The post A statement on service cuts at Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice appeared first on Together for Short Lives.
Responsive Home Care
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Anyone who has looked after an aging parent can fill you in on how overwhelming it can be. But managing care for two parents at the same time, balancing between two unique sets of needs, schedules, and personalities? If you are in this position, it might feel as though you are struggling to stay on […] The post How to Successfully Balance Managing Care for Two Parents appeared first on Responsive Home Care.
Hospice News
DECEMBER 23, 2024
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has made public its first cohort for the hospice Special Focus Program (SFP). Finalized in the 2024 home health payment rule, the program is designed to identify poor performing hospices, mandate quality improvement and in some cases impose additional penalties. However, stakeholders in the hospice space have contended that the agencys methodology for selecting hospices for the program is deeply flawed.
AT Home Care & Hospice
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Holidays at Home As the holiday season approaches, many patients needing long-term care or rehab assistance may feel isolated. Imagine it’s Christmas Eve, and a patient recovering from surgery is alone, unable to attend their family’s holiday gatherings. Sending photos and videos can help a little bit — but it’s never the same. The same The post Holidays at Home appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.
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Nurse Nacole
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Resilience, resilience, resilience. It's a word I use to appreciate and respect, but over the past few years, it's been abused and often used to cover up organizational problems. No nurse should be told to be stronger if their support system isn't providing him or her with the environment to be strong in. Nurses shouldn't be expected to rise above problems and barriers that obstruct them from delivering quality, safe care.
American In-Home Care
DECEMBER 31, 2024
Have you ever wondered, Do I still matter? Its a question that creeps in as the years go by, especially when lifes pace seems to slow. But heres the truth: relevance isnt about age but impact. Our experiences, insights, and contributions hold immeasurable value as we age. The challenge lies in recognizing our own worth and finding ways to share it with others, fostering aging with purpose.
Together for Short Lives
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Following our successful campaign, we warmly welcome the Health and Social Care Secretary, Wes Streetings, decision to increase NHS England funding for childrens hospices to 26 million in 2025/26. The 100 million fund for both childrens and adult hospices in England announced by the UK Government also means many seriously ill children and their families […] The post Together for Short Lives welcomes Childrens Hospice Grant boost appeared first on Together for Short Lives.
Minority Nurse
DECEMBER 5, 2024
There comes a time in every nurse’s career when it may be time to quit a nursing job. It’s rarely a fun decision, but we all must go through it, even when it’s uncomfortable or scary. Uncertainty can throw us off balance, personally or professionally, and life can feel a little less safe when we lose that sense of security. It’s often said that the devil you know is better than the devil you don’t, but then again, there are times when you know it’s time to go,
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