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BAYADA, Manatee Health System Launch Home-Based Care Joint Venture

Hospice News

New Jersey-based BAYADA provides home-based hospice, nursing, rehabilitative, therapeutic and assistive care services to adult and pediatric patients. Established in 1975, the nonprofit operates 347 locations in 22 states and in eight countries, employing 26,000 health care professionals.

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The High-Impact Role of Hospice Aides

Traditions Health

Some consider hospice aides, who make it their life’s work to care for people who are dying, a rare breed. Yet most hospice aides will tell you it’s a calling — one they’re honored to answer. The role of hospice aides includes helping with bathing, grooming, and dressing, changing and cleaning bedding, and preparing some meals.

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Florida Awards Chapters Health CON for Pinellas County Expansion

Hospice News

In August, post-acute care provider Chapters set its sights on expanding its hospice business into Florida’s Pinellas County. The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) recently awarded the company a certificate of need (CON) to begin offering hospice services in that region.

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Healthcare Decisions Day

AT Home Care & Hospice

Healthcare Decisions Day April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD ), designed to “inspire, educate, and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning.” Furthermore, many people have misconceptions about hospice and when it should be introduced. What Is Hospice Care?

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Common Hospice Myths Debunked

Traditions Health

Common Hospice Myths Debunked Hospice care can be a profound benefit for patients with life-limiting conditions and their loved ones, and it is an important part of end-of-life planning. However, there are many myths surrounding hospice care that may prevent people from taking advantage of this form of care.

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How Do Hospice Care Providers Help with Emotional Support?

Melodia Hospice

Have you concluded that it is the right time to seek Hospice Care Services? The next step is recognizing that the person you care for has psychological requirements that require your assistance and support. Read More » The post How Do Hospice Care Providers Help with Emotional Support?

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Hospice and Breast Cancer

Traditions Health

If that happens, you may talk with your doctor about the choice to stop treatment, and whether hospice care is the right option for you. In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, here we consider the experience of hospice and breast cancer. What is hospice care? Most people choose to get hospice care at home.

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