Hospice Volunteering

APRIL 27, 2021

I wanted to share the latest videos I’ve made on caring for caregivers. These videos were made at the request of Abbotsford House, the Seniors Centre where, in “normal times,” I would take fitness classes. The pandemic has disrupted everyone’s lives. For some people, the changes are more easily integrated into their pre-COVID lives.

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Seasons Hospice

APRIL 30, 2021

The loss of a child is one of the worst traumas that any person can experience. The emotional, mental and physical pain it puts on parents, siblings and other loved ones is overwhelming. Losing a child has an unnatural, visceral nature that can leave lasting emotional damage. In 2019, the CDC reported 9,173 deaths of children between one and 14 in the United States.

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Palliative Care Chat Podcast

APRIL 27, 2021

Arlen Gaines, MSW, LCSW-C, ACHP-SW and Meredith Polsky, LMSW, MS Special Ed discuss their new book “I Have a Question About Coronavirus” – a free download! www.ihaveaquestionbook.com Arlen Gaines, MSW, LCSW-C, ACHP-SW and Meredith Polsky, LMSW, MS Special Ed discuss their new book “I Have a Question About Coronavirus” – a free download! www.ihaveaquestionbook.

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Donna Cardillo, The Inspiration Nurse

APRIL 26, 2021

A few years back during a loss of power after a storm, I went to a convenience store that had electricity to get coffee and ice… essentials during a power failure! A customer (a man in his 40s) saw me trying to juggle several bags of ice and picked one up to help me out … Those Small Moments of Connection and Support Read More » The post Those Small Moments of Connection and Support first appeared on Donna Cardillo, RN.

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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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