Living With Hospice
SEPTEMBER 26, 2020
Revisiting this complex topic for a third time, Mitch Ware takes a deeper look into the seven stages of grief and explores how we cycle through them. From shock and denial to rebuilding and acceptance, the journey through these phases can be exceptionally difficult to experience.
Seniority, the Mavencare Blog
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, many doctors’ offices began offering telehealth services. In the US, Medicare expanded its coverage for telehealth services , so that senior patients can take advantage of ‘virtual’ visits with their doctors. As we continue to practice physical distancing and keep our socialization limited to our ‘bubbles,’ telehealth will remain one of the common ways many of us access healthcare services.
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Three Oaks Hospice
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
End-stage COPD, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, can cause a variety of symptoms and complications, and families often worry about how to provide proper care for a loved one with advanced lung disease.
Hope Hospice
SEPTEMBER 2, 2020
Research suggests that leading a healthy lifestyle may help to reduce a person’s risk of developing dementia later in life. The general rule is what’s good for the heart is good for the brain, so both should be well looked after with a balanced diet and regular physical and mental exercise. Much of what’s needed are simple activities you can include in your regular schedule.
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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.
Healthcare Law Insights podcast
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
September was another busy month as hospices and other providers try to keep pace with the government’s constantly evolving rules and standards around various COVID-19 federal relief programs. In this episode, Meg Pekarske , Tom O’Day and Andrew Brenton hone in on recent key changes to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) paid leave requirements and Provider Relief Fund compliance reporting requirements, and discuss what these changes may mean for hospices.
Hearts for Hospice & Home Health
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
By: Portia Wofford Home health clinicians play an essential role in caring for patients who are: At risk of developing sepsis Recovering from sepsis or septic shock Home health providers are vital in preventing hospital admissions and readmission among sepsis patients. According to the CDC, sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection. It […].
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Elizz
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
The term ‘palliative care’ stirs up different images and thoughts and feelings in people’s minds. Within the healthcare field, the meaning of palliative care has changed over time. Read on to learn more about key questions and answers about palliative care today. 1. What is palliative care? Palliative care is really about an approach to care for individuals and families who are living with life-limiting or life-threatening condition.
Hearts for Hospice & Home Health
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
During Healthy Aging Month, we focus on celebrating the many positive aspects of aging. Here are some tips to incorporate in your daily routine that can lead to a healthier lifestyle, allowing you to live your life to the fullest. Exercise – Get moving and active on a daily basis! Socialize – Stay in touch […].
Healthcare Law Insights podcast
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
In this episode, Husch Blackwell's Meg Pekarske is joined by colleague Stephanie Kaiser for a rich conversation on what it means for a hospice board to carry out its fiduciary duties and how this relates to the role and responsibilities of hospice executives. Through counseling and training boards across the country, Stephanie has gained unique insights on the inner workings of boards, and breaks down what good governance looks like in action.
Hearts for Hospice & Home Health
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
Happy National Assisted Living Week! As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to change our daily lives, assisted living facilities continue to take the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of their residents and employees. While keeping your loved ones safe might mean you cannot connect in person, here are some ways to support facility residents and […].
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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.
Healthcare Law Insights podcast
SEPTEMBER 2, 2020
No employer wants a union. While unions have not had deep presence in hospice, hospice employers are not immune to unionization efforts. In this session, Meg Pekarske is joined by her colleagues Jon Anderson and Tom O’Day , who offer their insights on what makes unions attractive to employees and what you can do about it. The session addresses how a well-trained management staff can identify union activity at the outset and can use proven human resource best practices to effectively prevent a u
AlayaCare
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020
First background screening supplier to integrate with AlayaCare’s leading software for home and community care providers ClearStar (AIM: CLSU), a provider of Human Capital Integrity SM technology-based services specializing in background and medical screening, announces that it has signed an agreement for an integration with a leading end-to-end homecare software platform, AlayaCare.
Elizz
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
The term ‘palliative care’ stirs up different images and thoughts and feelings in people’s minds. Within the healthcare field, the meaning of palliative care has changed over time. Read on to learn more about key questions and answers about palliative care today. 1. What is palliative care? Palliative care is really about an approach to care for individuals and families who are living with life-limiting or life-threatening condition.
Elizz
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
The term ‘palliative care’ stirs up different images and thoughts and feelings in people’s minds. Within the healthcare field, the meaning of palliative care has changed over time. Read on to learn more about key questions and answers about palliative care today. 1. What is palliative care? Palliative care is really about an approach to care for individuals and families who are living with life-limiting or life-threatening condition.
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AlayaCare
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
September 25, 2020 – AlayaCare is pleased to announce it placed No. 51 on the 2020 Report on Business ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies. Canada’s Top Growing Companies ranks Canadian companies on three-year revenue growth. AlayaCare earned its spot with three-year growth of 1,051%. Launched in 2019, the Canada’s Top Growing Companies editorial ranking aims to celebrate entrepreneurial achievement in Canada by identifying and amplifying the success of growth-minded, independent businesses
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