Hospice News
DECEMBER 21, 2023
Two of the nation’s largest hospice and home-based care industry organizations are merging and have announced a combined board that will guide the transition. The National Association for Home Care and Hospice (NAHC) and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) floated the possibility of a combination in March in light of their existing, highly collaborative working relationship.
Aging Life Care Association
DECEMBER 21, 2023
The holidays can often be a time filled with high expectations, requiring lots of energy and engagement in non-stop activities. For the individuals and families living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, it can be challenging and a time of high anxiety. Festivities can agitate, confuse, and overstimulate persons living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia.
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HopeHealth
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Living with a serious illness can be overwhelming — mentally, physically, emotionally and financially. Without the right support, it can be hard to step back, see clearly, and choose a path forward. That’s a key benefit of palliative care. These teams include an additional layer of medical support to help you feel better and plan Read More The post How do palliative social workers help people living with serious illness?
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 22, 2023
The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) is bringing the lessons learned from its proven nurse leadership and innovation program and its Healthy Work Environment (HWE) initiative to help nurses at hospitals around the country improve the health of their workplaces. AACN Clinical Scene Investigator (CSI) Academy is a unit-based program using implementation science to leverage direct care nurses’ expertise and build additional skills, preparing and supporting them as clinician lead
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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 21, 2023
The hospice and senior care provider Helios Care is partnering with the integrated health system Bassett Healthcare Network to bring more extensive access to hospice and palliative care to patients in central New York. The two providers are collaborating to establish a “more cohesive and seamless continuum of care” across Bassett’s eight-county service region.
Caring Senior Service
DECEMBER 18, 2023
As we age, our eyesight naturally worsens. But you can prevent or manage some age-related vision changes, helping to maintain vision and independence longer. One of the leading causes of irreversible blindness in seniors is glaucoma.
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Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 21, 2023
One of the biggest challenges as a nurse is working those long, 12-hour (+) shifts, with small snack breaks, and needing to keep your energy up the entire time. It’s a lot to handle! And I know firsthand as my mom was a shift nurse for over 40 years. I watched her juggle working overnights, getting me off to school in the morning, and getting her well-deserved sleep.
Hospice News
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Reimbursement and regulation reigned in the news this year, but other important trends garnered attention as well. Below are top five under-the-radar stories that, while important, didn’t make our most read this year. The topics range from unmet staff and patient needs, financial and operational headwinds and research fueling innovative care delivery approaches.
Responsive Home Care
DECEMBER 17, 2023
Caring for a family member is often an all-consuming role. It takes a great deal of your time, focus, and energy that when your family caregiving role ends, for any reason, it can leave you feeling lost. Other common feelings to expect if you’re no longer serving as caregiver for a loved one include: Exhaustion […] The post Once My Caregiver Responsibilities Are Over, Who Am I?
Today's Caregiver
DECEMBER 20, 2023
'Twas the night before Christmas, When all through the house A caregiver was scurrying, Caring for her dear spouse His stockings were placed Upon his feet with great care In hopes he felt well enough to step out for some fresh air
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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.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Healthcare professionals work tirelessly to provide care and support for their patients, often at the expense of their physical and mental well-being. It’s no secret that healthcare workers face high levels of stress, long hours, and emotionally charged situations daily. However, healthcare organizations must prioritize their employees’ mental health and wellness , not only for their well-being but also for the quality of care they provide to their patients.
Hospice News
DECEMBER 22, 2023
After a 2023 slump, health care dealmakers are voicing optimism for a 2024 rebound. Transaction volume declined in the hospice and home-based care space in 2023, following the two record-breaking prior years. Only three hospice deals took place in the third quarter of this year compared to 11 in Q3 2022 and 18 in the same period in 2021, according to data from the M&A advisory firm The Braff Group.
Adobe Hospice & Home Health
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Managing Caregiver Stress with a Gratitude Journal Stress (n): ˈstres a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc. something that causes strong feelings of worry or anxiety Stress Management Stress can occur in any aspect of our lives, including (and sometimes especially) caregiving. Those caring for a The post Managing Caregiver Stress with a Gratitude Journal appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.
AT Home Care & Hospice
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Managing Caregiver Stress with a Gratitude Journal Stress (n): ˈstres a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc. something that causes strong feelings of worry or anxiety Stress Management Stress can occur in any aspect of our lives, including (and sometimes especially) caregiving. Those caring for a The post Managing Caregiver Stress with a Gratitude Journal appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.
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Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 18, 2023
In these days of distressing news about nursing shortages, inadequate staffing, nurse burnout and compassion fatigue, moral injury, and the ongoing corporatization of healthcare, nurses and their healthcare colleagues continue to find their pathways to solace, healing, and perseverance despite the odds. On the flip side, for those nurses who feel they’ve reached their limit and need to exit stage left in search of greener pastures, how do we reconcile ourselves to that highly understandable choi
Hospice News
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Hospice and home health care providers’ recruitment and retention strategies have narrowed their focus on workers’ key priorities, with organizational culture among the heaviest hitters on their lists. Amid workforce shortages, hospice and home health providers are often at a disadvantage when it comes to competing with other health care organizations that can have greater financial resources, according to Bill English, president and CEO of Accurate Home Care.
Bayshore Care Home
DECEMBER 16, 2023
5 ways in which in home care is better In-home care can offer several advantages compared to other forms of care, such as nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Bayshore. The post In Home Care in Clearwater, Pasco County, St. Petersburg, Tampa, FL and Surrounding Areas first appeared on Bayshore Home Care.
Elaine Mansfield
DECEMBER 19, 2023
A man I’ve known since he was a boy put up his yearly Holiday Star, high in an old Spruce tree near the road. I look forward to this every December. Thank you, Brett Beardslee. In the forest, ferns cling to green along the path and Oaks rule like kings and Queens—White, Red, and Black. My sweet dog Disco wanders through the leafless trees in her orange coat, staying reasonably close to me as she searches for something to carry or eat.
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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.
Daily Nurse
DECEMBER 20, 2023
ER nurse Melanie Park has seen an increase in the number of visits to hospital emergency rooms by people experiencing homelessness. She blames the lack of homeless shelters in the Plant City, Florida, area. Despite the challenges, Park has been doing her best to assist these patients and was recently recognized by HCA Florida Hospitals with a humanitarian award for her efforts.
Hospice News
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Residential Hospice has acquired Illinois-based Safe Haven Hospice from the senior living provider Christian Horizons for an undisclosed sum. The transaction expands Residential’s presence in four Illinois counties. The company is a division of Graham Healthcare Group, a subsidiary of Graham Holdings Company (NYSE: GHC). “With the addition of Safe Haven Hospice, we are poised for expansion throughout Central Illinois as we continue our mission of making hospice care more accessible to our
NHPCO
DECEMBER 19, 2023
For Immediate Release December 19, 2023 President Carter Honored as the First-Ever Recipient of the Courageous Conversations Award (Alexandria, VA) – The Hospice Action Network (HAN), the advocacy affiliate group of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO), is pleased to announce its 2023 Hospice Action Network Angel Award Honorees.
Home Sweet Home In-Home Care
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Get a partner to help you stay on a consistent senior exercise routine! What resolution are you committing to for the new year? How about setting a goal that can help both you and someone you love live healthier and feel happier? A steady workout routine is important, but it’s not always easy to start or maintain. One great way to stay motivated is to find an accountability partner and encourage one another.
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Nurse.com
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Let’s rewind to three years ago. The COVID-19 pandemic swarmed the United States, bringing life to a halt. Frontline healthcare workers, hailed as heroes, began or ended their shifts to rounds of applause or lights and sirens from thankful citizens. But presently, the healthcare system itself may be kryptonite to those they declared superheroes. Nurses bear the burden of this highly demanding job — balancing safe patient care and high expectations with staffing shortages, patient load, bullying,
Hospice News
DECEMBER 18, 2023
A revolution is needed in hospice care, complete with a new mindset, updated care models and redesigned payment systems, Dr Monisha Pujari, medical director for Longleaf Hospice, told Hospice News. Pujari maintains that the health care system is not effectively managing the lengthy decline that precedes mortality, and that hospices can do more for patients in the home than many are currently doing.
Nurse Nacole
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Category: Fundamentals Ketamine does not relax skeletal muscles and production of the desired intubating conditions requires the simultaneous administration of a paralytic agent, thereby removing all upper airway reflexes.
Minority Nurse
DECEMBER 21, 2023
When Socrates famously said, “To know thyself is the beginning of wisdom,” and that the unexamined life is not worth living, he certainly wasn’t thinking about the 21st-century nursing professional. Still, these Socratic axioms’ universality applies to anyone who breathes air. Amid our busy and complicated lives, knowing ourselves can seem like the last thing we want to add to our already crowded to-do lists.
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Explore essential topics in this ebook, including what constitutes PHI and how to identify it using 18 indicators. Gain insights into the importance of safeguarding PHI to protect patient privacy and learn about the severe consequences of HIPAA violations. Discover practical strategies for securely exchanging PHI within your healthcare organization, including assessing risks and implementing effective safeguards.
Healthcare Law Insights blog
DECEMBER 20, 2023
On November 28, 2023, the California Office of Health Care Affordability (“OHCA”) submitted proposed emergency regulations (the “Regulations”) on the reporting of certain transactions involving health care entities for review by the California Office of Administrative Law, the final step in the regulation process. The final Regulations, reflecting changes in response to public comments and those proposed by the Office of Administrative Law, were released on December 18, 2023, and will apply as o
Hospice News
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Puerto Rico-based Brisas Health has launched a new supportive care service in conjunction with the 20th anniversary of the organization’s founding. The program, branded as Brisas Supportive, will provide palliative care services for patients suffering from chronic illnesses, including services that not universally covered by health insurance plans. “During this commemorative year of 20 years of Brisas Health, we are thrilled to introduce Brisas Supportive, a new practice that reflects our ongoin
Nurse Nacole
DECEMBER 21, 2023
Category: Fundamentals Other features of ketamine anesthesia include increased skeletal muscle tone, preservation of the laryngeal and pharyngeal reflexes, hypersalivation and relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle.
Caregiver Support Services
DECEMBER 22, 2023
As your parents age, you’ll likely play a vital role in their care and support. However, it’s important to remember that there can be a right and wrong way to go about helping your elderly parents. All too often, adult children end up believing that just helping at all is enough, but that’s not the case — managed incorrectly, elderly parents can end up feeling that their adult child is trying to take over their life.
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Explore the risks posed by non-compliant consumer apps like Instagram and WhatsApp in healthcare settings. Learn about potential HIPAA penalties and use a self-evaluation flowchart to determine your organization's need for HIPAA-compliant messaging. Discover straightforward steps to implement secure communication solutions efficiently, ensuring compliance and protecting patient data effectively.
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