Seniority, the Mavencare Blog
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Adults over the age of sixty-five have an increased risk of heart-related health problems such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, heart attacks, and heart disease. While some risk factors are unavoidable, such as pre-existing conditions like diabetes, there are many other risk factors that can be managed to lower the chance of seniors developing these heart problems.
Comfort Home Care
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
For those who give their time and energy caring for a sick, aging, or disabled family member, this can be highly rewarding — but it can also be tough in some situations. Caregiving is a demanding job. It is important that the caregiver takes time for themselves to maintain their own health. At Comfort Home Care, we’re proud to provide the best in-home respite care services to clients throughout Rockville.
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Hearts for Home Care
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
For thousands of Americans across the country, home care allows them to be contributing members of society, giving them the freedom and independence to live life to the very fullest despite their diagnoses. During National Patient Recognition Week, Hearts for Home Care celebrates some of these unique and inspiring patients who are foraging their own path and letting nothing slow them down.
Corecubed Care Marketing Solutions
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Do you remember the first time you fell in love – how your heart fluttered at the realization that you had perhaps found THE one? Wouldn’t it be great if you could emulate that level of response from your website visitors? As corny as it may sound, capturing the attention of your target audiences and maintaining their interest in what. Read More. The post How to Get Consumers and Caregivers to Choose YOUR Home Care Company appeared first on corecubed.
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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.
Diversity Nursing
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
There are large disparities in mental healthcare across races and ethnicities in the U.S. Many factors contribute to the poor mental health outcomes of minority populations. Such as: Inaccessible mental healthcare services. Transportation issues, difficulty finding childcare/taking time off work. Lacking health insurance coverage. Cultural stigma regarding mental healthcare.
Healthy Workforce Institute
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
For more than 10 years, we’ve been working with healthcare leaders and their teams to create a healthy workplace by first, addressing bullying and incivility. Over time, we’ve notice patterns of behaviors and attributes common in departments that, well, really didn’t need our help because they had already built a healthy team. On the contrary, in departments that were “begging” for help, these attributes were missing – sometimes all together, but most often, they were deficient in a few, but tho
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Nurse Keith's Digital Doorway
JANUARY 31, 2022
If you're a nurse, when was the last time you said, " Oh, I'm just a nurse " or " I'm not really an expert--I'm just a nurse "? If you stop to think about it, what are you really saying when you deny your expertise? Words are powerful, and the words we use to describe ourselves can have far-reaching effects -- for others, and within our own psyches.
AT Home Care & Hospice
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
What Black History Month Means to Me By: Angelique Riley Meet Angelique My name is Angelique Riley, and I have been at Grane Hospice Care, King of Prussia (an Abode Healthcare and BrightSpring Health Services company), for a little over two and a half years. I joined Grane after spending twenty years managing Life Enrichment. The post What Black History Month Means to Me appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.
Adobe Hospice & Home Health
JANUARY 31, 2022
By: Angelique Riley My name is Angelique Riley, and I have been at Grane Hospice Care, King of Prussia (an Abode Healthcare and BrightSpring Health Services company), for a little over two and a half years. I joined Grane after spending twenty years managing Life Enrichment in Continuing Care Retirement Centers. I found Life Enrichment rewarding, but it was time to hang up that hat and move on to.
1-800-HOSPICE
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Hospice sends nurses, aides, and other caregivers to the homes of patients with advanced, terminal illnesses. Expert consensus holds that people should receive hospice for three to six months. 1-3 This three-month minimum promotes hospice’s ability to provide the physical and emotional support that helps patients and their family caregivers. Unfortunately, for most U.S. families, time in hospice falls short of recommendations.
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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.
HEALTHCARE first
JANUARY 31, 2022
Medicare has announced several changes to data available on Care Compare in 2022. Most recently, the CAHPS Hospice Survey Star Ratings is anticipated to debut August 2022.
Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Renee Kinder. Two weeks ago, over her post-game Chick-fil-A, my 14-year-old put me in my place. I was, because I thought being a good mother required so, upset over the overly aggressive basketball schedule her father had set forth. Fifteen games and practices over a three-day period to be exact. Half of which included her playing on a varsity team.
Palliative Care Chat Podcast
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Trained as a physician, Professor Higginson is currently Professor of Palliative Care and Policy, Vice Dean (Research) of the Florence Nightingale Facuty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care and Director of the Cicely Saunders Institute at King's College London. She has had international impact in the development of hospice and palliative care. Trained as a physician, Professor Higginson is currently Professor of Palliative Care and Policy, Vice Dean (Research) of the Florence Nightingale Fac
Healthcare Law Insights podcast
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Our hospice team has been fielding questions from hospices across the country on administering COVID-19 vaccination requirements. In this episode, Husch Blackwell’s Meg Pekarske is joined by colleague Jessica Brown , where they discuss the most pressing vaccination issues and how to navigate them. They explore strategies for handling vendors, the role unvaccinated staff can have in direct patient care, obligations to require boosters and what enforcement may look like.
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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.
AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Read the editor’s picks for the most recent issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (JPSM), the official journal of AAHPM. Has Declining Opioid Dispensing to Cancer Patients Been Tailored to Risk of Opioid Harms? – Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (jpsmjournal.com). Tarlise N. Townsend, PhD, Talya Salz, PhD, Rebecca L. Haffajee, PhD, JD, Megan E.V.
SAGE Palliative Medicine & Chronic Care podcast
JANUARY 31, 2022
This episode features Dr Nicola White (Marie Curie Palliative Care Research Department, Division of Psychiatry, University College London, London, UK), Dr Christina Gerlach (University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany), Dr Bert Leysen (Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction, Faculty of Medicine, Imperial College London, London, UK) and Prof Yvonne Engels (Anesthesiology, Pain and Palliative Medicine, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands).
Palliative Care Chat Podcast
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Trained in economics and management, Ms. Silvers has been involved in many aspects of health care. She is an expert in payment and helps palliative programs develop sustainable program. She is VP for Payment and Policy at CAPC Trained in economics and management, Ms. Silvers has been involved in many aspects of health care. She is an expert in payment and helps palliative programs develop sustainable program.
HomeTouch
JANUARY 29, 2022
The CQC, or the Care Quality Commission, independently regulates health and social care in England. The CQC is in charge of ensuring that people receive the care they need. We're here to help. Call us if you have any questions about our exceptional live-in care. 020 3870 4220 It regulates care in areas of safety, … Continue reading "What is the CQC (Care Quality Commission) And What Do They Do?".
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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.
Palliative Care Chat Podcast
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Trained as a physician, he is also educated in business and public health. He is a leader in quality and research. He serves as faculty within the Master’s program at University of Maryland. Trained as a physician, he is also educated in business and public health. He is a leader in quality and research. He serves as faculty within the Master’s program at University of Maryland.
Palliative Care Chat Podcast
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Trained in psychology, therapy, and divinity, Chaplin Hess is the Director, Supportive Care at The Catholic Health Association of the United States. She has clinical experience with palliative care. She serves as faculty within the Master’s program at University of Maryland. Trained in psychology, therapy, and divinity, Chaplin Hess is the Director, Supportive Care at The Catholic Health Association of the United States.
Palliative Care Chat Podcast
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Trained in measurement, Ms. Kerr has expertise in palliative care, quality improvement and program evaluation, with particular interest in assessing financial outcomes. She works with the California Health Care Foundation. Trained in measurement, Ms. Kerr has expertise in palliative care, quality improvement and program evaluation, with particular interest in assessing financial outcomes.
Palliative Care Chat Podcast
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Trained as a pharmacist Dr. Walker, is the regional director for Palliative Clinical Outcomes, Research and Education for MedStar North. She also is an associate professor at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. Trained as a pharmacist Dr. Walker, is the regional director for Palliative Clinical Outcomes, Research and Education for MedStar North.
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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.
Palliative Care Chat Podcast
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Trained as physician, Dr. Gonzales serves as chief medical information officer for the Institute for Human Caring at Providence. He began his career in biology and created software. Trained as physician, Dr. Gonzales serves as chief medical information officer for the Institute for Human Caring at Providence. He began his career in biology and created software.
SAGE Palliative Medicine & Chronic Care podcast
JANUARY 31, 2022
This episode features Jennifer Baxley Lee (Ulster University, Institute of Nursing and Health Sciences Research, Northern Ireland, UK University of Florida, Center for Arts in Medicine, College of the Arts, Florida, USA). An expanding body of evidence demonstrates the positive impacts of the arts on health and well-being. No synthesis currently exists presenting evidence on arts interventions facilitated by artists as distinct from creative arts therapists with individuals with life-limiting ill
SAGE Palliative Medicine & Chronic Care podcast
JANUARY 31, 2022
This episode features Dr Eloise Radcliffe (University of Southampton, Southampton, UK) and Aysha Khan (The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, UK) People living with cancer that is treatable but not curable have complex needs, often managing their health and wellbeing at home, supported by those close to them. People living with cancer that is treatable but not curable often wish to maintain independence, normality and control over their lives.
SAGE Palliative Medicine & Chronic Care podcast
JANUARY 31, 2022
This episode features Prof. María Arantzamendi (Institute for Culture and Society, ATLANTES, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Navarra, Spain). Coping is essential to manage the challenges that palliative care professionals face in their daily clinical work and most well-known explanations focus on emotion or problem-based coping. Many of the studies about coping tend to focus on its effect and consequences.
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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.
SAGE Palliative Medicine & Chronic Care podcast
JANUARY 31, 2022
This episode features Madeleine Juhrmann (Northern Clinical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia. HammondCare Centre for Learning and Research in Palliative Care, Greenwich Hospital, Greenwich, NSW, Australia). Global demand for palliative care is increasing and the reliance on exclusively specialist hospital-based care is becoming unsustainable.
SAGE Palliative Medicine & Chronic Care podcast
JANUARY 31, 2022
This episode features Dr Catherine Auriemma (Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania). Prior surveys and limited qualitative work have identified several health states that patients value as equal to or worse than death. The broad range of health states consider equal to or worse than death and the shared attributes of those states are not known.
SAGE Palliative Medicine & Chronic Care podcast
JANUARY 31, 2022
This episode features Professor Scott Murray (Primary Palliative Care Research Group, University of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK). People living at home with advanced progressive illness require well-coordinated services at all times of the day and night. Early identification for generalist palliative care support and care planning in the community can improve outcomes but requires effective information sharing across services.
HomeTouch
JANUARY 29, 2022
Over 100,000 cases of stroke are reported annually in UK alone, making it a very prevalent condition. A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs because the blood supply to the brain is suddenly interrupted. We're here to help. Call us if you have any questions about our exceptional live-in care. 020 3870 4220 This … Continue reading "Live-in Care: Perfect Solution for Patients Recovering from a Stroke".
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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.
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