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Its technology platform connects patients and family members to palliative and hospice nurses, socialworkers, spiritual coordinators and other interdisciplinary staff. Guaranteed serves Medicare and Medicaid patients across five counties in southern California, including the Los Angeles region.
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It was started by a socialworker who really saw some gaps in care with those at end-of-life, particularly those with chronic long-term illness, having important conversations. What the socialworkers are … Eric: Yeah. Beth: From a hospice standpoint, we obviously have the nursing support, social work chaplaincy.
A comprehensive care team comprised of physicians, nurses, hospice aides, socialworkers, spiritual professionals, and trained volunteers. A comprehensive care team comprised of physicians, nurses, hospice aides, socialworkers, spiritual professionals, and trained volunteers.
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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. For instance, your chaplains and socialworkers can be extremely helpful in navigating the type of conversations. Be kind to yourself.
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