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Hospice Programs Slated for Closure Remain Open

Hospice News

“There has been some confusion and an assumption by some that hospice services were no longer available in our county,“ FOCH Executive Director Elena Twiss told local news. “At At present, Hospice of Central New York & the Finger Lakes is providing hospice care to patients in Oswego County.

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My Loved One Is Entering Hospice, Who Can I Turn To?- Five Benefits To Grief Counseling.

Seasons Hospice

Be present. And if they don’t want to talk, simply being present can be a comfort. Grief Support Group. If you are struggling with grief, there are many support groups available to help you cope. Hospice Volunteers. Five Benefits To Grief Counseling. Training That Can Help.

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NHPCO and the National Alliance for Care at Home Celebrate Healthcare Leader and Volunteer Award Honorees at Final NHPCO Conference

NHPCO

Award presentations began on Sunday, September 15 with the NHPCO Founders Awards , honoring exceptional individuals whose pioneering vision, leadership, and innovative spirit have significantly contributed to the advancement and success of the hospice and palliative care community.

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2024 AAHPM Visionary Elizabeth Hart, MD

AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)

Elizabeth Hart, MD has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Visionaries in Hospice and Palliative Care. Being present for the deaths of my father and a dear friend early in my residency deeply impacted who I became as a doctor and as a person. Patients are often my most treasured teachers.

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Navigating End-of-Life Conversations: A Guide for New Hospice Nurses

Hospice Nurse Hero

Emotional Turbulence: End-of-life discussions are emotionally charged, and both patients and their families may experience a range of emotions like fear, grief, and anxiety. I like to ask the patient and family if it’s ok to speak openly with everyone present. You should also utilize your hospice volunteers when you can.

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Global Challenges Persist in Bringing Hospice Care to Incarcerated Populations

Hospice News

This isnt exclusive to one country or another, Ashpole told Hospice News. It presents real challenges for underresourced health care services and prison staff who are not trained to address end-of-life care needs.

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End-of-Life Doulas: A Podcast with Jane Euler, Beth Klint, and John Loughnane

GeriPal

In addition to being a palliative and hospice RN, she is the Executive Director for Goodwin Hospice , a large non-profit hospice that added end-of-life doula care to their services in collaboration with Jane and John’s doula organization, Present for You. Beth: It depends on the volunteer. John: Yeah.