Sat.Oct 26, 2019 - Fri.Nov 01, 2019

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Ep. 3 - Stories from the Field with Barb Schmal

HPNA podcast

. In this episode of Stories from the Field , we welcome Barb Schmal, Certified Hospice and Palliative Registered Nurse, as she reflects on the impact of compassion fatigue throughout her career-long journey. She shares with us the importance of reflecting on the individual strengths that allow us to continue to do this meaningful work of caring for patients and families with serious illness.

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Mental Health and Worship: Relating Faith and Psychology Part 3

The Chaplain's Report

Last time I wrote about practical ways in which churches can work to address the concrete needs of those affected by mental illness and emotional distress in their congregations. That frankly is something that is not too difficult or controversial. The more difficult task for clergy is how to address mental health during the service. Here as well I think a holistic approach is best and necessary.

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Five Wishes: Taking Control of Your Final Days

Hope Hospice

So much in life is out of our control, and, at times, the uncertainty causes frustration and stress. However, this doesn’t have to be the case at the end of life. The Five Wishes document is a way for you to communicate your desires for how you want to be treated—medically, physically, and spiritually—if you get seriously ill and/or death is near. For your family, Five Wishes ends the bedside guessing game of what you want or do not want at the end of your life.

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4 Important Predictions for Home Care in 2020

AlayaCare

As 2019 enters the home stretch and we look forward to the year ahead, it’s an opportune time to prepare for the issues and trends that will impact the home care industry. The first step, of course, is the forecast. {{ script_embed(‘wistia’, ‘2v5caa0r0z’, ”, ‘inline,responsive’, ”wistia’, ‘2v5caa0r0z’, ”, ‘inline,responsive”) }} A year ago, we accurately predicted that 2019 would be a year where caregiver engagem

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

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.