National Center for Health Statistics - Long-Term Care Data Collection Update
Get the latest update on long-term care data collection through the National Post-acute and Long-term Care Study. Explore sectors like home health care, hospital inpatient rehab, adult day services, residential care, community hospice, and nursing home. Discover the challenges, data sources, and fut
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Hospice 101
The history of hospice, the benefits it offers, and the care team involved in providing holistic end-of-life care. Learn about the Medicare hospice benefit and the various physical, psychosocial, and spiritual care management services available.
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Guidance on Hospice Care and Feeding Tubes for Elderly Patients
Learn about the appropriateness of hospice care for a 74-year-old female with heart failure and the use of feeding tubes for an 89-year-old female with advanced Alzheimer's dementia. Understand important considerations for palliative care decisions.
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Quick MD Care_ Your Trusted Partner in Primary Care Medicine
Quick MD Care: Your Trusted Partner in Primary Care Medicine\n\nWelcome to Quick MD Care, where compassionate primary care meets convenience. We understand the importance of having a trusted partner in managing your health. Our team of dedicated primary care doctors is committed to providing persona
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Thank you for your interest in the post of Director of Care at Rowans Hospice
Rowans Hospice is an independent hospice serving Portsmouth and South East Hampshire since 1994. They provide in-patient care, virtual ward services, care at home, living well services, and bereavement support. Their strategic priorities include expanding clinical services, collaborating with health
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Medicare Waivers Technical Advisory Group Meeting Recap
In this meeting, discussions focused on potential waivers related to skilled nursing facilities, hospice care, and future steps. The group aims to identify key asks on Medicare waivers for CMS to inform the AHEAD model design. The Theory of Change emphasizes that waivers are a means to implement des
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Primary Care Services: Comprehensive Health Management for Everyone
Primary Care Services: Comprehensive Health Management for Everyone\n\nPrimary care services are the foundation of a robust healthcare system, ensuring that individuals have access to comprehensive, continuous, and coordinated care. These services are typically provided by primary care medical cente
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Understanding Palliative Care: Enhancing Quality of Life in Serious Illness
Palliative care is a holistic approach focused on improving the quality of life for patients and their families dealing with life-threatening illnesses. It involves early identification, assessment, and treatment of pain and other physical, emotional, and spiritual issues. This comprehensive trainin
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Compounded Drugs in Hospice and Palliative Care: Enhancing Patient Comfort
Explore the utilization of compounded drugs in hospice and palliative care settings, focusing on addressing complex clinical issues like wounds, pain, infections, and more. Discover how medications like Phenytoin and Morphine are customized to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life for termi
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Hospice Georgian Triangle Strategic Plan 2022-2027
Hospice Georgian Triangle, known for its superb reputation and grassroots history, outlines its strategic plan for the next 5 years. The organization, founded in 1987, has evolved to provide end-of-life care and respite services. With values of inclusion, compassion, accountability, respect, and exc
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Child Care and Youth Programs at Minot AFB
Offering a range of child care services including Child Development Center for ages 6 weeks to 5 years, School Age Care for Kindergarten to 12 years, Family Child Care Program, and Youth Programs for ages 9-18. Services include full-time care, before/after school care, extended duty care, emergency
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Enhancing Palliative Care in Australian Residential Aged Care
PACOP, funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, is a program focused on improving palliative care in residential aged care facilities. It involves standardized assessment practices, early identification of care needs, and a collaborative model for sustainable support.
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Simulation and Training in Nursing: End-of-Life Care Focus
SCENS provides simulations for clinical excellence in nursing services, with a current program focused on end-of-life care. The training aims to equip nurses with the skills to handle sensitive end-of-life situations, including communicating effectively, providing appropriate care interventions, and
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Regulatory Advisory Panel Meeting - October 14, 2020
The Regulatory Advisory Panel meeting held on October 14, 2020, at 3:30 p.m. covered roll call details of attendees from various organizations and agencies. The meeting focused on key members and workgroup organizations pertaining to health care, hospice, and regulatory affairs. Attendees were urged
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Enhancing End-of-Life Meaning Through Dignity Therapy
Explore the profound impact of Dignity Therapy in end-of-life care, focusing on acknowledging personhood, reducing depression, and increasing dignity. Learn about essential questions and protocols to enhance the quality of care provided to individuals in hospice or palliative settings.
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Understanding Hospice General Inpatient Care (GIP)
Hospice General Inpatient Care (GIP) is a level of care in hospice settings intended for short-term management of acute symptoms that cannot be addressed in other settings. Initiated when other efforts for symptom management have not been successful, GIP provides skilled nursing care around the cloc
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Priorities and Quality Measures for Type 2 Diabetes Care in NHS GGC
Dr. Kashif Ali leads primary care for Type 2 diabetes, while Dr. James Boyle oversees secondary care in NHS GGC. The data from December 2018 shows the number of Type 2 diabetes patients, their care processes, HbA1c levels, and BMI status. The Diabetes Quality Improvement and Outcome Measures aim to
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Child Care Challenges in Kentucky: The Child Care Cliff
Explore the landscape of child care in Kentucky, revealing the challenges families face with the Child Care Cliff. Discover statistics on child care centers, family child care homes, and the average cost of child care in Kentucky. Understand the importance of the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
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Texas Association For Home Care & Hospice Regulatory Updates July 2023
HHSC has announced regulatory updates for Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) requirements for Medicaid services in Texas starting January 1, 2024. Providers must transition to the new vendor system, HHAeXchange, by October 1, 2023. The updates also cover the application process for becoming an HHSC
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Exploring European Volunteer Voices in Palliative Care: A Qualitative Analysis
This study delves into the experiences and perspectives of volunteers in hospice and palliative care across eight European countries. Through qualitative analysis, the research uncovers the diverse activities, meanings, and impact of volunteering in these sensitive contexts. Volunteer narratives rev
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Understanding the Work of Mountbatten Hospice in Hampshire
Explore the vital work of Mountbatten Hospice in Hampshire, focusing on providing expert, compassionate, and cost-effective care to those nearing the end of life. Delve into the challenges faced, sources of funding, and the organization's vision for a world where quality care is accessible to all. L
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Pediatric Spiritual Care in Palliative Settings: Insights from Providence Hospice
Explore the nuances of providing spiritual care in pediatric palliative settings through the lens of The Rev. David Yoo at Providence Hospice of Seattle. Learn about the unique themes, challenges, and approaches involved in supporting children and their families facing serious illnesses. Gain insigh
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Delirium: Underrecognized, Undertreated, and Deadly Workshop Insights
Delirium is a serious condition frequently seen in advanced illness and palliative care settings. It is often underrecognized and undertreated, leading to detrimental outcomes such as increased mortality and healthcare costs. Understanding the symptoms, prevalence, outcomes, and impact of delirium i
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Understanding Organized Care in Primary Care Settings
Organized Care refers to a natural community of caregivers with a shared commitment to proactive population and individual care management. Through effective and efficient practices, it serves the needs of patients across various settings and over time, with aligned goals and provider accountability
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Holistic Yoga Therapy for Palliative and Hospice Care
This workshop explores the benefits of yoga therapy in palliative and hospice care settings, providing practical tools and resources for patients, families, caregivers, and staff. Participants will learn about breath work techniques, gentle poses, and online/offline resources to enhance holistic car
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Minot Air Force Base Family Child Care Programs
Offering a variety of child care services including Child Development Center (CDC) for infants to 5 years old, School Age Care (SAC) for Kindergarten to 12 years, Youth Programs for ages 9-18, and Family Child Care Program (FCC) for infants to 12 years. Additional programs include Extended Duty Care
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Heartwarming Community Service Experience: Pet Therapy Hospice Volunteer
A Social Science Teacher volunteered as a Pet Therapy Hospice Volunteer, bringing joy to elderly residents at Brookdale Hospice by allowing them to spend time with a gentle dog named Clay. Through regular visits, the teacher observed how the companionship positively impacted the residents, leading t
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Medicare Trends in End-of-Life Care for Californians
Californians who died in 2014 were analyzed in terms of Medicare coverage, spending at the end of life, and hospice care utilization. The data shows a decrease in the share of total Medicare spending, variations in spending with age, and an increase in hospice use and spending over the years. Furthe
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Inspiring Posters for Children's Hospice South West
Explore creating uplifting posters to inspire others to overcome challenges and reach their goals for the benefit of Children's Hospice South West. Discover positive slogans and images that resonate with compassion and empathy.
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Comprehensive Aging Services and Caregiver Support for Veterans
Veterans can access a variety of aging services and caregiver support resources through the VA Maryland Health Care System. Eligibility is determined based on service connection and financial thresholds. Services include homemaker/home health aide, adult day health care, respite care, continued home
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St. Columba's Hospice Care Protocol During COVID-19
St. Columba's Hospice Care has implemented protocols for safe visits during the COVID-19 pandemic. The protocol covers arriving at the hospice, entering wards, PPE requirements, recording visits, communication, support, LFT kits, and screening questions for visitors. All visitors are required to adh
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Effective Communication Strategies for Building Relationships in Healthcare Facilities
Successful communication and documentation play a pivotal role in fostering relationships with Hospice and SNF facilities. This comprehensive guide emphasizes the significance of communication protocols, such as signing in, introducing oneself to staff, and leaving detailed notes for interdisciplina
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VA Healthcare Pilot Projects FY22-23
Six VA-funded pilot projects for FY22-23 focus on improving obstetrical quality of care, outpatient care utilization by Medicare-eligible veterans, fragmented care analysis, referral coordination, virtual care integration, and addressing disparities in access to care. Projects include assessing obst
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End-of-Life Care Learning Outcomes and Recognition of Dying
Enhance confidence in recognizing end-of-life stages, manage symptoms effectively, understand syringe pump usage, plan care based on priorities, and navigate complicated scenarios. Learn about the North West End of Life Care Model and key signs of dying. Exclusive insights shared by Dr. Elizabeth Ba
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Comprehensive Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine M4 Rotation Program Overview
This program offers a 4-week rotation in Geriatric and Palliative Medicine across Memphis, Knoxville, and Chattanooga. Students engage in various clinical settings, including inpatient palliative care, geriatrics, home visits, hospice settings, and specialty clinics. Didactics cover Narrative Medici
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Outcome Measures in Palliative Care: Introducing IPOS Questionnaire
Outcome measures in palliative care play a crucial role in ensuring quality of life for patients. This study introduces the Integrated Palliative Care Outcome Scale (IPOS) questionnaire as a tool to assess patient well-being, symptoms, and concerns. The primary objectives include implementing and au
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Supporting Military Veterans with PTSD at End of Life: Insights and Video Illustrations
Video illustrations and insights from hospice and palliative care clinicians, focusing on supporting military veterans with PTSD at the end of life. The team of professionals provides tips and personal insights, along with three videos showcasing veterans discussing trauma and compassionate care. Vi
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Enhancing Elderly Care: Direct and Indirect Support Strategies
Implementing a care strategy for the elderly involves integrating both direct, personal care activities and indirect care tasks. This approach benefits two key target audiences, including millions with varying levels of dependency and informal carers. The positive impacts of indirect care include we
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Comprehensive Guide to Hospice Care for Terminally Ill Patients
Hospice care offers specialized support for individuals nearing the end of life, focusing on maximizing comfort and addressing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. This guide covers the benefits, providers, financing, evaluation, and procedures of hospice care, emphasizing the goal of e
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Understanding Subacute Care: Types of Residents and Care Settings
Subacute care involves providing specialized care for individuals who require more attention than what typical long-term care facilities can offer. This level of care is provided in settings like hospitals or certain units within long-term care facilities. Residents in subacute care settings need a
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