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GeriPal Needs Your Feedback

GeriPal

Sorry, no podcast this week. Rather, we are asking a favor of you. It’s been several years since we did our last GeriPal survey to give us a sense of who our listeners and readers are, and how we can do better. We’ve received some feedback already, like increasing our inter-professional representation, but we want more! So, if you have 3 minutes (really, we tested it and it takes 3 minutes to do) here is the link to the survey: [link].

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AlayaCare Announces Release of Code-Free Integration Tool for Home-Based Care Providers

AlayaCare

AlayaCare Connector allows users to easily set up integrations between systems and automate workflows within AlayaCare in a few simple clicks. RICHMOND HILL, N.Y. – March 14, 2022 – AlayaCare , leading home care software, today announced the release of AlayaCare Connector – a code-free integration tool that gives home-based care organizations the keys to build their own API integrations and provides an easier way to connect systems with fewer resources.

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Barbershops are for girls too

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

Renee Kinder. The Lansdowne Barber Shop in Lexington, KY, is a special place for many reasons. . To begin, it is a hidden gem tucked literally behind restaurants, a candy store and an ice cream shop, requiring its customers to walk through a small bricked alley to its entry. If you are not a local, you would never find this place. Second, in a time where we have all learned to expect the unexpected, you always know who will be present and what level of quality will be delivered during your visit

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Hospice Misconceptions

Adobe Hospice & Home Health

Hospice is a special type of care for those living with a terminal illness and a life expectancy of six months or less, should the disease run its natural course. It uses a team approach in which the care team focuses on the patient’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Although over 1 million patients and families experienced the value of hospice firsthand in 2018 alone*, there are still a.

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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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What Are the Symptoms of Chemo Brain, and How Can You Reduce Its Effects?

Responsive Home Care

Confusion. Short-term memory problems. Inability to focus. Could it be Alzheimer’s? Perhaps; however if you are a cancer survivor, there is another likely culprit that could be at play: chemotherapy. Known as chemotherapy induced cognitive impairment (CICI) or “chemo brain,” effects such as these can continue for months and on occasion even years post-treatment.

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AlayaCare Announces Release of Code-Free Integration Tool for Home-Based Care Providers

AlayaCare

AlayaCare Connector allows users to easily set up integrations between systems and automate workflows within AlayaCare in a few simple clicks. RICHMOND HILL, N.Y. – March 14, 2022 – AlayaCare , leading home care software, today announced the release of AlayaCare Connector – a code-free integration tool that gives home-based care organizations the keys to build their own API integrations and provides an easier way to connect systems with fewer resources.

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Larry Zahradka Joins Hospice of the Red River Valley as Community Relations Specialist

Hospice Red River Valley

Hospice of the Red River Valley welcomes Larry Zahradka as a community relations specialist. In this role, Larry collaborates with local health care professionals, facilities and community organizations to help serve patients and families in need of hospice care. He educates the community and other health care professionals about the benefits of hospice care.

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Hospice Misconceptions

AT Home Care & Hospice

Hospice Misconceptions Hospice is a special type of care for those living with a terminal illness and a life expectancy of six months or less, should the disease run its natural course. It uses a team approach in which the care team focuses on the patient’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Although over 1 million. The post Hospice Misconceptions appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Do We Really ‘Lose Our Filter’ as We Age?

Chicago Caregiving

Many of us will have experienced some unexpected honesty from the older people in our lives. Whether it’s grandma telling you your outfit is unflattering or grandpa saying he doesn’t like the meal you’ve prepared, we often explain it away by saying “Oh, don’t mind grandpa, he’s just lost his filter.”. But do we really have a “filter,” and do we lose it as we get older?

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MAUDE’S AWARDS APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE MARCH 14

Today's Caregiver

Welcome to the Third Annual Maude’s Awards program! Maude’s Awards was developed to gather and share innovations that will enrich the quality of life for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease, and related dementias, and their care partners.

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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How to Make Friends as a Senior and Why It’s Important

Home Sweet Home In-Home Care

Find out how to make friends as a senior and how it can enrich your quality of life. If you’ve ever watched children on the playground, you know how effortlessly friendships are formed. A small group might be playing tag, and a newcomer rushes over with a breathless, “Can I play?” By and large, the reply is a resounding, “Sure!” and thus – instant friends.

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Joan Bengs Joins Hospice of the Red River Valley as Community Relations Specialist

Hospice Red River Valley

Hospice of the Red River Valley welcomes Joan Bengs as a community relations specialist. In this role, Joan builds relationships with healthcare professionals and facilities. She provides education and advocacy for hospice care and Hospice of the Red River Valley’s benefits and services. Joan is based out of Grand Forks and serves multiple communities in northern North Dakota and Minnesota. .

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Benefits of Home Care for Seniors with CHF | Caring Senior Service

Caring Senior Service

Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a chronic condition that affects how the heart pumps blood through the body. Seniors with CHF may experience difficulty breathing or periods of fatigue, which can make it difficult for them to complete routine tasks and participate in activities they once enjoyed. They may require help to remain safe at home and manage their condition properly.

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Discussing Memorial Tattoos with Deborah Davidson of The Tattoo Project, Episode 105

The Heart of Hospice

Memorial tattoos have become a popular way of remembering loved ones. Our guest today is Deborah Davidson, creator of The Tattoo Project. Deborah has done some amazing research and work into how we express our grief through tattoo body art. Tattoos have become more mainstream than ever. As a sociologist, Deborah has researched deeply into … Continue reading "Discussing Memorial Tattoos with Deborah Davidson of The Tattoo Project, Episode 105".

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The Ultimate Guide to Improving Caregiver Engagement & Retention

Want to learn how to retain your caregivers & improve caregiver retention X3? The home care industry is experiencing turnover rates of over 80%. How are you ensuring your agency is retaining caregivers? This FREE eBook from Smartcare Software is packed with industry secrets needed to keep your caregivers happy, engaged, and retained, unlocking the full potential of your agency.

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How to Spot Government Imposters

Today's Caregiver

Do you know how to spot a government imposter scam? Scammers continue to evolve and find new ways to steal your money and personal information.

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Your Nursing Career Report Card

Nurse Keith's Digital Doorway

Remember the days when you'd run home with your report card to show your parents how you did in school? Or were you the kid who hid it at the bottom of your bag so they wouldn't see it? Well, your nursing career deserves a report card, too. How've you been doing and what grade do you think you deserve? Report cards can be a measurement of performance, communication, talent, intelligence, diligence, attention to detail, time management, relationships, and many other categories.

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FREE Webinars from Comforcare

Comforcare Home Care

Comforcare offers continuing education for healthcare professionals and the community. We are pleased to provide two FREE CEU events in 2022 including: ~May 11 | How to be a better ally for the LBGT+ community | Register here: [link]. ~October 12 | Understanding Sleep and Dementia: Tips for a Better Night's Sleep | Register here: [link]. Any health care professional supporting older adults can benefit from these informative and engaging presentations.

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New York District Court: The Choice of Medical Necessity Criteria is a Fiduciary Act

Healthcare Law Insights blog

We continue to see an increase in fiduciary litigation involving employer-sponsored group health plans, particularly litigation involving mental health. A recent New York Federal District Court case, Collins et al. v. Anthem, Inc. & Anthem UM Services, Inc., Case No. 1:20-cv-001969 , is one example that may have wide-ranging impact. This case caught our attention because of its potential impact on plan design and plan administration of its mental health and substance use disorder (collectiv

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Best Practices for Sharing Protected Health Information (PHI)

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.

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Fearless Caregiver Profile: Peggy Miller

Today's Caregiver

Join us as we celebrate Fearless Caregivers, Peggy Miller sharing her personal story of caregiving.

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Weed Out Inquiry Management Problems and Watch Your Home Care Sales Grow

Corecubed Care Marketing Solutions

With spring just around the bend, our thoughts are turning to growth. Flower beds bursting with color. Gardens filled with sprouts. All things that seem so natural, but require time and effort on the part of the gardener. Much like gardeners, home care agency owners and operators sow a lot of time and effort into marketing and home care sales. Read More.

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Emergency & Evacuation Assistance Program (EEAP) of Miami-Dade

Comforcare Home Care

Important information for residents of Miami-Dade County. The Emergency & Evacuation Assistance Program of Miami Dade (EEAP) helps residents of Miami Dade in the event of emergencies. EEAP offers special needs transportation (MUST come with a caregiver), safe shelter, medical monitoring, and wellness checks after an emergency. To qualify residents must enroll and meet the following: 1.

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What is Hospice Palliative Care

Changing Lives Podcast

Hospice Quinte has been delivering quality hospice palliative care in our communities, at no charge, since 1985. Learn more about this special kind of health care in this week's Changing Lives podcast.

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The Essential Guide to HIPAA-Compliant Messaging for Home Care Teams

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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List of Hospices in Los Angeles, CA

Hospice Valley

51 total views Last Updated on March 12, 2022 by Frank Davis A crucial component of hospice care is its emphasis on providing pain relief and attention to terminally ill patients at the end of their lives as well as providing emotional and spiritual support to them. There is a fundamental goal in hospice care to […]. The post List of Hospices in Los Angeles, CA appeared first on Hospice Valley.

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Help for Your Grieving Heart Series Wrap Up with Gabby Jimenez, Heartbeat Episode 281

The Heart of Hospice

We’re wrapping up our Grief Series in collaboration with Gabby Jimenez of The Hospice Heart, featuring social workers Isabel Stenzel and Lisa Pahl of The Death Deck. After discussing prolonged grief, helping children manage grief, and dealing with grief for someone while still providing care for someone else, we’ve grown in our understanding of how … Continue reading "Help for Your Grieving Heart Series Wrap Up with Gabby Jimenez, Heartbeat Episode 281".

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Hospice Audit Series: Beyond Part D, OIG Scrutinizes the Hospice Industry to the Tune of $6.6 Billion

Healthcare Law Insights podcast

Hospice Audit Series Audits are a fact of life for hospices—it’s not a matter of “if” a hospice will be audited, but “when.” The alphabet soup of audits has expanded, from UPICs to SMRCs, CPIs, TPEs and more. With the hospice carve-in to Medicare Advantage, MAO audits will join the list. The recent pause in audits as a result of the COVID pandemic hints at increased activity as the pandemic wanes.

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Getting My Kicks

Today's Caregiver

My personal route 66 starts today (and I hope at some time this year, it will actually include California). The speed of my annual trip around the sun seems to increase exponentially each year.

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The Cost of Inefficient Communication in Home Care & Beyond

This eBook explores the critical issues of using consumer-grade messaging apps like WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and SMS in healthcare, especially home care. It highlights the negative impacts on patient care quality, data security, and HIPAA compliance and provides practical solutions to enhance communication efficiency! You will learn how to: Consolidate Messaging Platforms: Streamline communication by reducing the use of multiple apps, improving efficiency in patient care.

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Winners of Hospice Quinte’s 2022 Lucky Luxury Raffle

Changing Lives Podcast

List of winners in Hospice Quinte's 2022 Lucky Luxury Raffle!

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Happy St. Patrick's Day 2022

Comforcare Home Care

You don't have to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick's Day.

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Connect apps and automate workflows with AlayaCare Connector

AlayaCare

Businesses that use APIs to connect their day-to-day systems can quickly create and support new experiences and solutions for their clients, employees, and partners. However, delivering and integrating APIs takes an incredible amount of expertise and stamina. According to an article in the Tech Republic , many businesses say they expect APIs to improve client experiences and speed up innovation.

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Interview with Sean Geehan

Today's Caregiver

Sean Geehan is the Founder of MemaRang

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The Secret to Supercharging Your Organizations Communications

Effective collaboration among all care team members is critical to delivering better patient outcomes. A key element to achieving effective collaboration is through the implementation of a clinical communication and collaboration platform. In a fast-paced, high-stress and critical environment, people tend to do whatever gets the job done. Therefore will scramble and use the systems, people, or processes around them to get an outcome more quickly - which can often be at the expense of quality.