February, 2019

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Family Portal: Keeping home care clients connected to their own care

AlayaCare

When it comes to home care, there is no bigger stakeholder than the client. Long considered just the recipients of care, the conversation has now fully shifted: each of us are the most critical members of our own care teams. We should have the freedom to ask questions, take charge of our own health, be responsible and accountable for our own treatments, and determine what medical care we should receive.

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Palliative Care Chat - Episode 20 - Palliative Care Has Gone to the Dogs!

Palliative Care Chat Podcast

In this episode of Palliative Care Chat, "Palliative Care Is Going to the Dogs (and Cats!): A Palliative Care Veterinarian to the Rescue!" Dr. McPherson interviews Beth Marchitelli, DVM, a veterinarian who specializes in hospice care and in-home euthanasia with 4 Paws Farewell in Asheville, NC. In this episode of Palliative Care Chat, "Palliative Care Is Going to the Dogs (and Cats!

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EOL Doulas in Real Life: Elizabeth

Journey With Deanna

Meet Elizabeth, a massage therapist and end-of-life doula in private practice. She shares her story with us here of how she was a hospice volunteer and naturally came to develop her end of life private practice. She also shares about a new technique she developed for practitioners who serve people at the end of life, "Nurturing Touch for the Dying." Listen in and visit her website: www.elizabethernrecht.com Email her at: Elizabeth@elizabetherbrecht.com Another amazing interview brought to you

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Meet Kristen: Here’s Why She Believes AlayaCare Can Make a Difference

AlayaCare

Hi, I’m Kristen – Director, Client Engagement and Support at AlayaCare. So, why do I think AlayaCare can make a difference? In a healthcare environment where agencies are faced with increasing pressure to perform more efficiently without compromising the level of care, there is a huge opportunity to harness the power of technology. I believe that AlayaCare is at the forefront of that movement offering an end-to-end solution that will truly make a difference in the home healthcare industry.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

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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EOL Doulas in Real Life: Elizabeth

Journey With Deanna

Meet Elizabeth, a massage therapist and end-of-life doula in private practice. She shares her story with us here of how she was a hospice volunteer and naturally came to develop her end of life private practice. She also shares about a new technique she developed for practitioners who serve people at the end of life, "Nurturing Touch for the Dying." Listen in and visit her website: www.elizabethernrecht.com Email her at: Elizabeth@elizabetherbrecht.com Another amazing interview brought to you