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How to Prevent Flu and Cold in Hospice Patients

Seasons Hospice

With the flu and cold season upon us, it becomes increasingly important to take extra precautions to protect vulnerable individuals, especially those receiving hospice care. Because hospice care focuses on comfort rather than curative treatments, preventing infections is crucial to maintaining the best possible quality of life.

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Hospice Nurses Take a Holistic Approach to Dementia Care

Nurse.com

This can only be achieved if care teams, including hospice nurses, know the latest evidence-based strategies for dementia care. But hospice nurses also recognize the challenges these patients and their families face every day and are ready to help ease their distress and fear. Recognizing challenges and risks.

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Caring for Someone with ALS

Traditions Health

In this article, we review the definition of ALS, common ALS symptoms, and how you can better help and support your loved one by seeking the assistance of hospice care services. Eventually, all the muscles that a person can control are affected, forcing the person to use a ventilator and/or feeding tube. What is ALS?

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An Introduction to Advance Directives

Traditions Health

As the disease progresses, you may begin thinking more about Do-Not-Resuscitate orders and mechanical ventilation. The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization website is one of many resources that can help you find information and state-specific forms, as well as your local state health and human services website.

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Longleaf Medical Director: Hospice Care Needs a ‘Revolution’ 

Hospice News

A revolution is needed in hospice care, complete with a new mindset, updated care models and redesigned payment systems, Dr Monisha Pujari, medical director for Longleaf Hospice, told Hospice News. Hospice News spoke with Pujari about her vision for hospice care and what it would take to make it a reality.

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HSPN ELEVATE: Hospice Clinical Innovation Trends

Hospice News

This article is based on a Hospice News discussion with Faith Protsman, regional medical director at VITAS Healthcare, Raianne Melton, senior clinical manager of professional service at Axxess, and Cheryl Hamilton Fried, president & CEO at Blue Ridge Hospice. We’re very pleased to be a four-star quality hospice provider.

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Preparing Your Home for Hospice Care: A Practical Guide

Seasons Hospice

Home Hospice Works Home hospice care is an increasingly popular option for patients with terminal illnesses. It offers a compassionate and personalized approach to end-of-life care. Comfort and Familiarity: One of the most significant benefits of home hospice care is its comfort and familiarity.