Hospice Volunteering
DECEMBER 18, 2020
Here’s a lovely article about the resilience and flexibility of hospice services and volunteers in the Kawartha Lakes region of Ontario. Now more than ever we need to find ways other than in-person to support others in need in our community. [link]. Let’s do our best to reach out to neighbours, family members, friends, and people in your community, especially people who may be isolated or alone.
Donna Cardillo, The Inspiration Nurse
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, or winter solstice, it is a season of watching, waiting and preparing for the light. The symbolism is perfect for our lives as we often find ourselves in personal and spiritual darkness unable to find our way. As the old adage goes: It is better to light a candle … A Season of Watching, Waiting, and Preparing for the Light Read More » The post A Season of Watching, Waiting, and Preparing for the Light first appeared on Donna Cardillo
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Hospice of the North Coast
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy New Year – those good old familiar and welcome sayings may not be as welcome to those of us who have suffered the loss of a loved one this year. Everything is different. Every single thing. Colors are duller, food tastes bland, drinks are not quite as refreshing. What was a typical time of joy and spiritual rejuvenation may now seem dull and dreary and rejuvenation has been replaced with despair.
Hearts for Hospice & Home Health
DECEMBER 22, 2020
By Elizabeth Townsend, RN People are social beings. With COVID-19 introducing social distancing guidelines and restrictions on visitations, social isolation and loneliness are increasing. A report referenced by JAMA discussed the need for solutions for social isolation and loneliness in older adults. There is significant documentation that social isolation and loneliness are related to a higher rate of major mental and physical illnesses, including: Cardiovascular and cerebrovascular risks
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The Productive Home Health Nurse
DECEMBER 22, 2020
This is great, you have your home health nursing orientation and preceptor time all next week…. Killin’ it! Wait, both in the same week…that doesn’t sound quite right…. Especially because Hilary definitely told you that she had 2 weeks worth of orientation and preceptor time. Hmmm, what’s really going on here…??!! Ever played this “comparison game” with your fellow home health nurse buddies?
Seasons Hospice
DECEMBER 17, 2020
As 2020 comes to a close, you may be thinking of a way that you can improve your life for 2021. New Year’s resolutions are a cultural touchstone as many see the change as a clean slate and a chance to do better. As an older adult, you may be wondering what you can do this year to better your life. You’re not alone. According to a Finder.com New Year’s resolution statistics roundup , Millennials and Gen Zers were more likely to have resolutions for next year than Gen Xers, Baby
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Hospice Law Blog
DECEMBER 9, 2020
On December 3, 2020, MEDPAC reviewed hospice data from 2019, noting these key metrics: Medicare payments grew just under 10% to $20.9 billion; Hospices served 1.6 million patients, including 51% of 2019 decedents (both modest increases); Average length of stay grew by 2 days to 92.6 days; and. 4,800 providers gave service, numerical growth of 4.3%. MEDPAC notes that although hospice was supposed to save money, evidence on this point is just “mixed.
AlayaCare
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Among the many themes demonstrated by the year 2020 , we know now more than ever that , technology is now imperative to the delivery of ho me care. COVID-19 has accelerated the pace of change in an industry that was already experiencing waves of change ; as we wrote back in the spring , it felt like we’d done 10 years of work in 10 days. From recalibrating remote care to ensure accurate documentation and tracking online, to introducing new virtual ways to engage clients and families in the circl
Hearts for Hospice & Home Health
DECEMBER 22, 2020
By: Elizabeth Townsend, RN People are social beings. With COVID-19 introducing social distancing guidelines and restrictions on visitations, social isolation and loneliness are increasing. A report referenced by JAMA discussed the need for solutions for social isolation and loneliness in older adults. There is significant documentation that social isolation and loneliness are related to a […].
Seniority, the Mavencare Blog
DECEMBER 7, 2020
The holidays are going to look different for most families this year. COVID-19 cases are spiking in both the US and Canada, and this means that it isn’t advisable to travel for the holidays and/or to gather in large groups with our loved ones. Sacrificing our holiday plans and traditions isn’t easy, but it’s important, especially for our senior loved ones, who are particularly vulnerable to COVID-19.
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Hearts for Hospice & Home Health
DECEMBER 17, 2020
Grief. It’s a small word with a big effect. At worst it is crippling. At best it is nagging. And holidays seem to magnify the heartache that follows grief, regardless of when the loss took place. For some, pushing through the holidays and honoring time old traditions can be the perfect way to memorialize a […].
Hearts for Hospice & Home Health
DECEMBER 14, 2020
By: Wilma Peterson, RN According to the American Lung Association, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death in the United States. Living with the distress and panic caused by difficulty in breathing with COPD can induce stress for both the patient and the family. Due to this, Doctors are beginning […].
Healthcare Law Insights podcast
DECEMBER 2, 2020
With all that 2020 has brought, the Information Blocking Rule that came out of the Cures Act was under the radar of many hospices. Thankfully, HHS extended the compliance date for the Rule to April 5, 2021, from November 2, 2020. With this additional time, hospices need to evaluate how they will achieve compliance; what policies they need to update; the work they need to do with their EMR vendor; and their rollout to patients, families and staff.
AlayaCare
DECEMBER 20, 2020
Among the many themes demonstrated by the year 2020 , we know now more than ever that , technology is now imperative to the delivery of ho me care. COVID-19 has accelerated the pace of change in an industry that was already experiencing waves of change ; as we wrote back in the spring , it felt like we’d done 10 years of work in 10 days. From recalibrating remote care to ensure accurate documentation and tracking online, to introducing new virtual ways to engage clients and
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AlayaCare
DECEMBER 14, 2020
The holidays are usually a time filled with celebration and gatherings; a time to reset and recharge – but against the backdrop of a pandemic, 2020 feels a little different. In fact, a recent. survey. found over half (54%) of Americans felt more financially stressed about the holidays this year than they did last year. Nearly a third (34%) reported negative feelings about the holidays this year, citing COVID’s impact on celebrations as a key reason.
AlayaCare
DECEMBER 13, 2020
The holidays are usually a time filled with celebration and gatherings; a time to reset and recharge – but against the backdrop of a pandemic, 2020 feels a little different. In fact, a recent survey found over half (54%) of Americans felt more financially stressed about the holidays this year than they did last year. Nearly a third (34%) reported negative feelings about the holidays this year, citing COVID’s impact on celebrations as a key reason.
AlayaCare
DECEMBER 8, 2020
To say that your healthcare agency has enough to worry about at the moment is likely an understatement. It’s always been tough to hire and retain quality applicants, but the pandemic has made filling essential roles all the more difficult. Hiring and onboarding in any climate is time consuming and resource constraining, but with the right technology, you can fill your open roles with speed and efficiency, without bogging down your HR team.
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