Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-Oregon) has introduced the Hospice Care Accountability, Reform, and Enforcement (Hospice CARE) Act in the U.S. House of Representatives, which, if enacted, could revolutionize the Medicare Hospice Benefit. Blumenauer announced that his office was working on the bill at the Hospice News Elevate conference in Washington D.C. Though the bill’s current language is not yet available, a discussion draft shared with Hospice News earlier this year included an overhaul of the per-

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HopeHealth

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Most of us have an expectation of what dying “should” look like. But just as no two lives are the same, no two deaths are the same either. The post Every Life Is Unique. So Is Every Death. appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Leading academic researchers, supported by the American Nurses Association (ANA) Enterprise Institute for Nursing Research and Quality Management, have unveiled a groundbreaking paper on the economic value of Nursing. “ The Nursing Human Capital Value Model ,” authored by esteemed scholars Dr. Marianne Weiss, Dr. Olga Yakusheva, and Dr. Kathryn A.

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Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Every fall, healthcare professionals anxiously await the release of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Final Rule, which outlines policy changes for Medicare payments under the PFS and updates to other Medicare Part B payment policies. What the Final Rule doesn’t fully explain is the journey that brought us here. How did these codes, the ones we use daily for documentation and billing, come into existence?

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The Future Leaders Awards program is brought to you in partnership with Homecare Homebase. The program is designed to recognize up-and-coming industry members who are shaping the next decade of home health, hospice care, senior housing, skilled nursing, and behavioral health. To see this year’s Future Leaders, visit [link]. Logan Hoover, vice president of policy and government relations for the National Alliance for Care at Home, has been named a 2024 Future Leader by Hospice News.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month: The Role of Hospice Care in Enhancing Quality of Life September marks Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, a critical time to raise awareness about this devastating disease and the importance of providing comprehensive care to those affected. As oncologists and medical professionals dedicated to treating ovarian cancer patients, understanding the role of The post Ovarian Cancer and Hospice appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.

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Community Home Health Care

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

When it comes to homecare, it is important to understand that each person has their own unique needs, preferences, and circumstances. This is why Community Home Healthcare offers personalized homecare plans to ensure that every client receives the support they need to live comfortably and independently at home. O ur approach to homecare goes beyond a one-size-fits-all solution.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Innovation’s (CMMI) Kidney Care Choices (KCC) Model demonstration has increased utilization of dialysis in the home and has fostered greater clinician training in addressing related conditions. However, more time and data are needed to evaluate the reimbursement model’s impact on quality and cost, according to the first annual model evaluation report from the U.S.

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Traditions Health

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Franklin, TN – Traditions Health of Florence, SC has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospice Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. The Florence hospice branch underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review.

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Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

In this week’s blog, the 5th and final of our CYP series, Gilda Davis @GildaMDavis, Senior Lecturer in Children’s Nursing at the University of Worcester discusses challenges affecting children’s palliative care. When considering the future of children’s palliative care within the UK, it is recognised that an equitable palliative care service is needed (Together for Short Lives 2023).

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Nutrition is incredibly important to the health and well-being of seniors, but many older individuals experience a loss of appetite that.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Greater education and preparation around the logistical aspects of death and bereavement is needed to better support grieving families. This reality is driving some hospices to forge stronger collaborations with providers of after-loss services. Bereaved families often face tremendous challenges fielding a barrage of tasks following a loved ones’ death, according to Grant Marylander, grief counselor at Trail Winds Hospice, which provides adult and pediatric hospice and palliative care.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month: The Role of Hospice Care in Enhancing Quality of Life September marks Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, a critical time to raise awareness about this devastating disease and the importance of providing comprehensive care to those affected. As oncologists and medical professionals dedicated to treating ovarian cancer patients, understanding the role of The post Ovarian Cancer and Hospice appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Leaders who walk the talk. Remarkably low nurse turnover. An increased ability to attract and recruit top-tier nursing talent. Higher quality care, reduction in errors, and increased patient satisfaction scores. These are among the notable achievements of the three organizations recognized by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN) on September 19 as BCEN’s 2024 National Certification Champions.

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Elder Care Matters

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Estate planning is essential for seniors facing cognitive decline. This guide covers resources and support available to manage finances, healthcare decisions, and care options to ensure seniors receive the appropriate support. The post Coping with Cognitive Decline: Resources and Support for Seniors appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Dr. Ed Martin began working in hospice in 1987 after hearing families talk about their experiences with those services. Today, he is chief medical officer of Rhode Island-based HopeHealth. The more than 50-year-old nonprofit organization also serves parts of Massachusetts. Martin recently spoke about the complicated issue of care that is deemed “unrelated” to a patient’s terminal diagnosis at the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization’s Annual Leadership Conference in Denver.

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NHPCO

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2024 (Alexandria, VA and Washington, D.C.) — The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance), a new national organization formed by the integration of the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) recognizes the introduction of the Hospice Care Accountability, Reform, and Enforcement (CARE) Act, by Congressman Earl Blumenauer (OR-3).

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Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

What is it like to work as a pediatric outpatient hematology/oncology nurse caring for children with blood disorders and cancer? Anisa Hoie, RN, knows firsthand from working at Children’s Nebraska for 41 years. We asked Hoie about her work as a pediatric outpatient hematology/oncology nurse. Our interview follows, edited for length and clarity.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The 1956 painting by Gerald McLaughlin on this month’s cover is titled “Act as if the whole election depended on your single vote, and as if the whole Parliament (and therein the whole nation) on that single person whom you now choose to be a member of it.” See our “On the Cover” column to learn about this work and why we chose to feature it.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Fraudulent operators’ marketing strategies are morphing the competitive landscape, making it difficult for legitimate hospice providers to maintain visibility among patients and families. A mounting concern is that fraudsters stepping into the hospice industry have been implementing marketing and outreach practices that at times mirror strategies utilized by quality providers, according to Jeanne Chirico, president and CEO of the Hospice & Palliative Care Association of New York State (HPCAN

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Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Nurses know that they need to be ready to focus on their patient’s needs and fill their emotional tanks during distress. Knowing that they’re helping others live healthy lives can bring satisfaction to many nurses, but nurses also need to fill their tanks. According to a 2024 study , some nurses have turned to religion and spirituality to help them see meaning in their profession after experiencing work-based trauma.

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Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Nurses are no strangers to working odd hours. Like law enforcement and corrections personnel, firefighters, factory shift workers, and people employed in countless industries, many nurses and their colleagues sacrifice a regular sleep schedule for their careers. For those whose work schedules involve burning the midnight oil multiple nights per week over long periods—or who work on a split shift schedule—the impact can be enormously disruptive and unhealthy.

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Hospice Promise

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Contessa, the innovation and high-acuity arm of Amedisys Inc. (NASDAQ: AMED) has made large investments in expanding access to palliative care, particularly through joint ventures with health systems. Amedisys acquired Contessa in 2021 for $250 million. The subsidiary’s specialty is high-acuity care in the home, including hospital-at-home and skilled nursing facility-at-home programs, but in recent years it has also leaned hard into growing its palliative care business.

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Caregiver Support Services

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Caring for a family member with special needs, chronic illness, or age-related conditions can be deeply rewarding but also emotionally and physically exhausting. Respite care, which provides temporary relief for primary caregivers, offers an essential solution to help maintain balance, avoid burnout, and ensure both the caregiver and the family member receive the care they deserve.

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Home With Help

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Simple Exercises and Activities for Better Health Physical activity plays a vital role in maintaining health and independence as we age. However, many seniors struggle to stay active. By incorporating simple exercises into their daily routine, aging adults can significantly enhance their balance, strength, and overall well-being as well as flexibility and muscle mass.

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Elder Care Matters

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Estate planning involves more than just managing assets; it includes discussing end-of-life care preferences. Ensuring that seniors' wishes regarding medical treatments and quality of life are respected and honored is a crucial part of this process. This article explores essential steps for navigating end-of-life decisions with dignity. The post Navigating End-of-Life Decisions with Dignity: A Comprehensive Guide to Estate Planning appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Palliative care is often delivered in the hospital setting or in the home, but a number of organizations have set up clinics to deliver those services. These locations often assist patients by offering a variety of services beyond symptom management. While they offer an alternative to home-based services, they present their own unique benefits and challenges.

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Daily Nurse

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

As Hurricane Francine unleashed its fury not far from Miles Crawford’s home in New Orleans, fate seemed to intervene, as a man found himself trapped in rising floodwaters in his pickup truck. Luckily, Crawford, the 39-year-old off-duty emergency room nurse at the University Medical Center , was there to spring into action. With his professional training in saving lives quickly, Crawford wasted no time responding to the emergency unfolding in his New Orleans neighborhood.

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Accessible Home Health Care

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

September 28th is National Good Neighbor Day , which aims to improve community engagement and reverse the growing trend of isolation in neighborhoods. This trend leads to more loneliness and fewer friendships among neighbors. Lack of community support and isolation has hit seniors the hardest , as they are most prone to losing their social connections as they age.

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