Hospice News

APRIL 13, 2023

In the past year, the organization has grown its interdisciplinary team with the addition of a new social worker and three registered nurses, Wood River indicated in a recent newsletter. In the last year, Hospice & Palliative Care of the Wood River Valley indicated that it had restarted its grief program for children ages 6 to 12.

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Hospice News

MAY 31, 2023

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. Medical cannabis can also be beneficial in symptom management for cancer patients, according to recent research.

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Hospice News

MAY 12, 2025

The company is currently in the process of hiring new registered nurses, hospice aides/CNAs, social workers, patient care secretaries, chaplains and community representatives. Its additional services include a grief support program, Rays of Hope and youth bereavement services offered at the hospices Childrens Grief Recovery Centre.

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Hospice News

APRIL 22, 2022

Volunteers, social workers, chaplains and bereavement counselors also make up the center’s staff. The hospice provider began as an all-volunteer organization in 1977 and provides pediatric palliative care and grief support services in addition to hospice. Formerly Hospice of St.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Guaranteed’s technology platform connects patients and family members to palliative and hospice nurses, social workers, spiritual coordinators and other interdisciplinary staff. When a loved one comes to the end of their life and enters hospice, the emotion, grief and responsibilities can be very overwhelming.

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Hospice News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

And while hospices offer social workers and spiritual care, many families continue to have unmet needs that could impede some patients’ access to hospice. Caregivers need practical support and guidance for their experience of taking care of this person, and for their emotional, anticipatory grief they’re feeling.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 23, 2022

I have people who say, “I love that model, but I don’t want a chaplain, I just want a nurse and a social worker.”. A managed care organization may say that they’re really just interested in the social worker and the nurse because that’s where we see the greatest issue with their members. So what do we do?

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Sahara Hospice Care

OCTOBER 25, 2021

A hospice social worker offers many qualities in which helps support the process of hospice. Learn more about the role of a hospice social worker. What is a social worker? Many people don’t know what a social worker is and in fact many social workers are needed for a lot of hospice or palliative care.

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1-800-HOSPICE

JUNE 20, 2023

Amidst the physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges faced during this delicate time, social workers emerge as invaluable members of the hospice interdisciplinary team. Understanding the Role of Social Workers in Hospice Care Social workers in hospice care possess a unique set of skills that complement the medical care provided.

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Hospice News

JULY 13, 2023

“This study confirms that hospice care adds value to patients, family members, and caregivers by increasing satisfaction and quality of life, improving pain control, and reducing both physical and emotional distress in patients and prolonged grief and other emotional distress in their family and caregivers,” NHPCO indicated.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Its technology platform connects patients and family members to palliative and hospice nurses, social workers, spiritual coordinators and other interdisciplinary staff. California-based Guaranteed launched last year in August by founder and CEO Jessica McGlory.

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Hospice News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Established in 1977, Hospice of Cincinnati provides hospice, palliative care, grief support and advanced care planning educational services. “We The health system operates two hospitals, five ambulatory outpatient centers and dozens of medical offices. Staff of Hospice of Cincinnati/HOC Navigators will provide hospice care at the center.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

A state of stress Palliative professionals of all walks are navigating symptoms of burnout, including social workers, grief counselors, chaplains, physicians and nurses. During that time frame, workers reported low levels of well-being that indicated a higher potential risk of burnout.

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NHPCO

DECEMBER 20, 2022

There is no requirement for hospices to use MFTs or MHCs and a social worker is still required if needed under a patient’s plan of care. On the one hand, NHPCO members have been actively advocating for telehealth extension, against a 20 percent cap cut, and for national approaches to supporting grief and bereavement services.

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HPNA podcast

APRIL 13, 2020

In this special edition of HPNA's Podcast Corner, we address moral distress and complicated grief during the COVID-19 crisis. Our guest is Kathie Supiano, PhD, LCSW, F-GSA, FT, APHSW-C, a clinical social worker and an Associate Professor in the College of Nursing.

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Hospice News

MAY 23, 2024

The hospice and palliative provider also offers grief support and services to help address patients’ unmet pet needs. Brubaker Miller is a licensed clinical social worker and brings more than 25 years of experience in the hospice industry. The nonprofit is a subsidiary of Western Wisconsin Health and St. Croix Health.

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Caregiver Support Services

JANUARY 31, 2025

Coordination Palliative care often involves multiple professionals, from doctors to therapists to social workers. This ongoing communication helps align everyones expectations, creating a solid framework for care. Proactive organization reduces potential conflicts and miscommunications, providing streamlined care for the individual.

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CareAcademy Blog

APRIL 30, 2025

At the heart of a hospice care is its staff, including nurses, doctors, social workers, and chaplains. Services such as end-of-life planning and bereavement support are integral, aiding families and caregivers in coping with grief and loss. Is starting a Hospice agency right for you?

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AT Home Care & Hospice

APRIL 25, 2023

A multidisciplinary team can include your doctor, spiritual counselor, social worker, and bereavement counselor to name a few. Three of these services in particular include social work, bereavement, and chaplain services. The primary purpose of bereavement counseling is to help families navigate their grief following a loss.

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Hospice Promise

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The grief that accompanies losing someone you love can be overwhelming. Grief is a natural response to loss, not an illness to be cured. You’re not alone in your journey, and we’re here to help.

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Hope Hospice

MAY 15, 2020

Understanding Loss and Grief”. Grief doesn’t just occur with the loss of a loved one. In this brief session, learn about grief processes and some coping strategies in the era of COVID-19. Panelists: Kathleen Brand, LMFT, ATR, Hope Hospice Grief Support Center Director. Jennifer Hansen, Hope Hospice CEO.

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Traditions Health

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Social workers can address financial issues and access additional support services. Benefits for you, your caregiver, and your family include: Grief support: Bereavement counselors help you process emotions and face loss. They also train your primary caregiver to assist you and give medicine.

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The Heart of Hospice

JANUARY 6, 2023

Hospice social worker and grief counselor Jill Johnson-Young is sharing wisdom and her perspective on end of life care for the LGBTQ+ community. Just like every other patient and caregiver, members of the LGBTQ+ community and their caregivers want to feel safe and be treated with respect during their end of life experience.

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Hospice News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

All hospices provide some form of bereavement care after a patient dies, but many families need help with anticipatory grief as well. What is anticipatory grief? It’s the feelings of loss, grief and anxiety that happened before death when you know there’s a death coming. How do we face this next step?

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Hope Hospice

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Through the new organization’s integrated, trans-disciplinary team-based approach to health care, patients and families will have comprehensive access to a clinically trained, compassionate team including physicians, nurses, social workers, spiritual support and bereavement counselors, home health aides, and physical and occupational therapists.

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Traditions Health

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

For example, volunteers are available to provide companionship and social support in various ways. Social Workers are available to assist patients and families with the social, emotional, and practical challenges that often accompany a terminal condition.

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Seasons Hospice

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Palliative care teams often include doctors, nurses, social workers as well as counselors who specialize in spiritual and emotional support. Palliative care teams are composed of doctors, nurses, social workers, and other professionals who provide round-the-clock care. Why Choose Palliative Over Curative?

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The Bucket-List Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

We created a video for social media featuring the song and put out a public call for help with the digitizing project. Shaunna Patton, a social worker with Caretenders at the time, connected us with Pastor B.J. She needed a digital version if she was going to share it with churches. Strautman with Living Water Church.

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Hospice News

JULY 9, 2024

North Carolina-based Hospice of Davidson County (HODC) will soon unveil a summer grief camp for bereaved children and teens. Dubbed Camp Comfort, the new grief program launches this Thursday for children in 1st through 5th grade. It’s a setting with a sole purpose of learning about grief and the support resources available to them.”

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Shining Light Hospice

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Social worker services. Grief counseling for patient and family. Medical equipment like wheelchairs, walkers, or hospital beds. Medical supplies like bandages and catheters. Speech therapy, physical therapy, or occupational therapy as needed. Benefits of Hospice for Cancer Patients.

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Seasons Hospice

JUNE 27, 2023

These can include social workers, counselors, support groups, and grief and bereavement counseling therapists. What resources are available for emotional support during end-of-life care? Answer: Various resources are available to provide emotional support during end-of-life care.

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Hospice News

JUNE 20, 2024

Training staff and volunteers to provide developmentally-appropriate grief support is among the key parts of operating summer camp programs for children and adolescents suffering a recent loss. Majority of the children who attend the grief program have lost a parent or guardian due to a chronic illness, according to Drescher.

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Hospice News

JANUARY 22, 2024

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. Social workers are advocates for patient-centered care,” Bleiberg told Hospice News.

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Hospice News

OCTOBER 1, 2022

introduced legislation this morning to create a National Strategy on Grief and establish grants to fund trauma-informed care for the bereaved. Establishing a National Grief Strategy will help people move forward with the help of skilled professionals creating a culture of awareness and support. Joe Morelle (D-N.Y.)

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Prince is also a licensed clinical social worker and an adjunct professor at the State University of New York Brockport. Grief education is an additional huge part of the hospice program, she said. What I hear from students after they graduate is that they often feel like were planting seeds, Prince told Hospice News.

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Hospice News

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Some hospices have increasingly recognized the value of collaborating with local educators when it comes to improving community grief support for bereaved children and their families. This involves having educators weigh in the common challenges that kids experience along their grief journeys. “We The groups were a huge hit.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

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. Hathaway’s challenges inspired the launch of PALS’ after-loss services in 2021.

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