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7 ‘Hidden Gem’ Hospice News Stories in 2024

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Hospice News explores the issues garnering growing attention in end-of-life care delivery in seven of this years hidden gem stories. Topics span trends related to program integrity, workforce development, health equity, service diversification and the keys to hospices growth strategies.

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Psychedelics, Cannabis Show Promise in End-of-Life Care, But More Research Needed on the Risks

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Research is growing around how certain substances such as psychedelics and cannabis can aid in treating pain, anxiety, depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief, migraines and other medical conditions. Fratkin, California-based palliative care specialist, stated.

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The Hospice CARE Act‘s Potential Unintended Consequences

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The most recent iteration of Hospice Care Accountability, Reform and Enforcement (Hospice CARE) Act, currently in a discussion draft phase, could have some unintended consequences in the future of end-of-life care delivery. Developed by U.S.

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Mahogany CEO: Hospice on Cusp of ‘Tremendous Revolution’

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We’re using that acronym to guide how we approach the scope of care that we’ll be providing. Our services will include the standard hospice functions such as individual bereavement care and volunteer-based therapy, but we also have grief support groups. Having community-based staff is important.

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Treasure Coast Hospice, St. Francis Reflections Lifestage Care Complete Affiliation

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Francis Reflections operates two general inpatient hospice care units in Melbourne and Titusville, Florida. The nonprofit provides hospice, palliative care and bereavement services. Francis’ NorthStar Child Grief Support is designed to specifically address the needs of bereaved children and their families.

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New Executives Tapped At Hospice Organizations Across Country

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Cameron Muir has been named as the new CMO of the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI). His new title signals the organization’s strategic plans to reshape hospice care delivery through patient-centered, innovative approaches, according to NPHI CEO Tom Koutsoumpas. “We

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As Inpatient Hospice Doors Swing Open, Others Slam Shut Nationwide

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Patient preferences are trending towards home-based hospice care, leaving some inpatient facilities between a rock and a hard place. Meanwhile, other hospices diversify and expand their inpatient service capabilities. Shifting care preferences are another driving force behind the closure, according to MercyOne.

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