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Deathwives Founders: Death Doulas Fill End-of-Life Care Gaps, Ease Strain on Hospice Staff

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Many come striving for change after witnessing loved ones receive poor end-of-life care or enduring bereavement without support. A death doula is a non-medical provider trained to care for a terminally ill person and their family physically, emotionally and spiritually during the process of death.

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

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The biggest challenge is understanding how cannabis laws in particular apply to pain and symptom management in end-of-life care, according to Jennifer Moore Ballentine, CEO of the Coalition for Compassionate Care of California. Providers toeing lines between local and national laws, she said.

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Breaking Down Barriers: The Crucial Role of Social Workers in Dispelling Hospice Misconceptions

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Social workers have an increasingly important role to play in breaking down barriers among underserved populations, including misconceptions about hospice that can deter or dampen utilization. Gaines has worked in the hospice field for more than 15 years.

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End-of-Life Doulas’ Growing Value Proposition in Hospice

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Hospices and other health care providers are increasingly recognizing the value proposition of end-of-life doulas. End-of-life doulas support patients and their families in a number of broad and diverse ways, according to Erin Collins, program director of The Peaceful Presence Project.

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Stillwater Hospice CFO: A Winning Recipe for Improving Rural Hospice Care

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Montana-headquartered Stillwater Hospice has found a successful rhythm to strategic rural-based growth and sustainability. Launched in 2017, the hospice company serves predominantly rural-based populations in Montana, northern Wyoming and South Dakota. How have the challenges of rural care delivery evolved in recent years?

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Hospices Leverage Community Resources to Serve Vulnerable Homeless Populations

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Hospices are increasingly collaborating with community organizations to better address the end-of-life needs of the homeless population. The Denver-based nonprofit organization offers shelter for people with end-of-life care needs. Projected to swell during the next decade, this age cohort made up 31.7%

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Hospice Educators ‘Planting Seeds’ Among High School Students

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The Harley School is seeking to inspire a new generation of hospice professionals to enter the field with educational programs that highlight the meaningful work involved in end-of-life care delivery. Prince is also a licensed clinical social worker and an adjunct professor at the State University of New York Brockport.

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