Literature Review
The importance of art in a “good death”
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMThe importance of art in a “good death”Hyperallergic, by Brianna L. Hernandez; 2/11/24... Resham Mantri and Eliana Yoneda are two artists and death doulas who are collaborators and founders of Community Deathcare Digest, an evolving collection of art projects and death cafes, as well as a bi-weekly newsletter about death and care. The newsletter gathers resources and educational content, and coordinates mutual aid for death rituals and funeral needs.
Today's Encouragement: from Arthur Ashe
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMFrom what we get, we can make a living; what we give, however, makes a life. – Arthur Ashe
Hospice nursing a ‘privilege and honour’, says chief nurse
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMHospice nursing a ‘privilege and honour’, says chief nurseNursing Times, by Edd Church; 2/13/24The chief nurse of a children's hospice is seeking to challenge perceptions of the specialty and encourage more nurses into it.
Hospice support, staff appreciation
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMHospice support, staff appreciation: [Singing Telegram]Daily News, Wahpeton, ND, by Frank Stanko; 2/9/24You just never know who is going to drop by Daily News’ office in Wahpeton. [On] Giving Hearts Day, celebrated Thursday, Feb. 8, ... a singing telegram [was delivered]. The unique gift was shared by Daily News Publisher Tara Klostreich to appreciate the staff and also as a way to support CHI Health at Home Hospice. [They] sang three favorites, ‘Can’t Help Falling Falling in Love’ and ‘Love Me Tender’ by Elvis, plus ‘Daisy Bell.’
What is a good death? End-of-life doulas can help the dying have one.
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMWhat is a good death? End-of-life doulas can help the dying have one.Boston Globe, by Sherrie Dulworth; 2/9/24... Home hospice agencies offer vital services for terminally ill people who wish to die at home, assisting with, among other things, pain management and helping the terminally ill avoid needless medical procedures. ... But while it is often thought that home hospice workers are the primary caregivers for the dying, this is not so. Instead, it is loved ones who often do the heavy lifting, both physically and emotionally, that comes with tending to the dying. ... This is where a death doula comes in, and the work they do speaks to the nonmedical, more spiritual side of what it means to have a good death.
The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMThe fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time. U.S. Medicine, by Chester Buckenmaier III, MD, COL (ret), MC, USA; 2/13/24New Year’s Eve 2023 was marked with sadness for my family as my mother-in-law, Susan “Sue” Timperley, passed. ... Because of Sue’s strength in life, when her death came faster than we or her physician expected, we were spared further trauma. ... Hospice proved as helpful in death as they were in life by easing the weight of Sue’s loss through arrangements for her body. This support allowed Sue to die as she lived, with quiet strength and regal dignity. Our family was gifted with the time to focus on her memory rather than sterile hospital rules and cold machines.
There’s no place like home — when you die
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMThere’s no place like home — when you die McKnights Home Care, by Liza Berger, McKnights Editor; 2/9/24My dad died last week. I am still processing the event, which now ranks among the hardest, most surreal experiences of my life. As difficult as it is, I, my three siblings and mom take comfort in two things (that may hardly surprise McKnight’s Home Care readers): He died fast and he died at home.
Sister Úna lived a good death
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMSister Úna lived a good deathWTTW-Chicago PBS, video; available for viewing 2/5/24 to 5/5/24Following a cancer diagnosis, Sister Úna—a mischievous, rule-breaking Catholic nun dedicated to social justice—chooses to live as she’s dying. In this touching end-of-life documentary, the self-proclaimed “leader of the misfits” plans her funeral in her last nine months to live.
Digital tool reduced burden, improved mood for cancer hospice caregivers
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMDigital tool reduced burden, improved mood for cancer hospice caregiversCure, by Ashley Chan; 2/9/24Using a Symptom Cancer at Home (SCH) intervention significantly reduced caregiver burden, compared with usual hospice care (UC), according to a study from the journal Cancer.
Silverado Hospice - Hospice stories
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMSilverado Hospice - Hospice Stories
Sally Norden's skydive for Children's Hospice South West: A leap of faith for a good cause
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMSally Norden's skydive for Children's Hospice South West: A leap of faith for a good causeBNN, by Mazhar Abbas; 2/13/24Sally Norden took a leap of faith and skydived from 15,000 feet to raise funds for Children's Hospice South West. Her courage and dedication to the charity inspired others to support the cause.
Michael Stiggers talks on misconceptions of hospice care
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMMichael Stiggers talks on misconceptions of hospice careThe Times-News, by Wayne Clark; 2/10/24"People are always telling me that I must have a difficult job to do and that they wouldn't trade places with me," said Stiggers, who is the chaplain for Chattahoochee Hospice. "They think it must be the worst job in the world, but they are wrong. It's one of the best jobs you can have. I absolutely love my job."
End-of-life care for children: making it possible to die at home
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMEnd-of-life care for children: making it possible to die at homeNursing Times, by Jill Davies; 2/5/24UK - A children’s community nursing team collaborated with an adult palliative care urgent-response service to provide 24-hour end-of-life care for paediatric patients. This made dying at home a realistic option for these patients, which had not previously been the case.
Hospice of Montezuma announces program to help patients care for their pets
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMHospice of Montezuma announces program to help patients care for their petThe Journal, by Bailey Duran; 2/9/24Hospice of Montezuma announced a collaboration with Pet Peace of Mind to help local hospice patients take care of and make plans for ... their pets' care after their life ends. Hospice of Montezuma will partner with local pet care providers such as Denkai Animal Sanctuary to ensure that patients’ pets receive food, veterinarian care and exercise. The nonprofit Pet Peace of Mind, based in Salem, Oregon, partners with hospices and hospitals. ... “Hospice patients fare better when they get to keep their pets and know they are getting the love and attention they need,” Pet Peace of Mind said.
How do you live while your brother is dying? ‘Suncoast’ is a teen take on hospice
02/14/24 at 03:00 AMHow do you live while your brother is dying? ‘Suncoast’ is a teen take on hospiceWisconsin Public Radio, by Mandalit Del Barco; 2/9/24A new film streaming on Hulu considers a subject that’s sometimes in the news, but not often in entertainment: hospice end-of-life care. Suncoast is writer-director Laura Chinn’s fictional account of her life in the early 2000s as a Florida teen with a severely ill older brother. ... Chinn helped her mother care for him for years, and at the end of his life, they moved him into a hospice center. It turned out to be the same place that a woman named Terri Schiavo was on life support for 15 years.
February 14th special edition with heartwarming stories
02/14/24 at 02:00 AMFebruary 14, 2024 Special Edition
What primary care’s “Barnes & Noble moment” means for the future of digital health
02/13/24 at 04:00 AMWhat primary care’s “Barnes & Noble moment” means for the future of digital healthMedcity, by Kyna Fong; 2/6/24Primary care is essential to living healthier lives, and we need all forms of it, from small local practices to big health systems and retail chains. Ultimately, it's going to be all primary care hands on deck, working together to make a lasting change for the health of Americans.
Using patient narratives to evaluate a hospice service
02/13/24 at 03:15 AMUsing patient narratives to evaluate a hospice serviceNursing Times - Patient Experience, by Val Stangoe and Steve Mee; 2/12/24Questionnaire surveys at a hospice proved ineffective as a tool to identify areas for service improvement, but narrative inquiry with patients and their families identified important deficits that offered clear guidance for service development. This method needed a careful, respectful approach, as well as significant time and resources, but proved to be invaluable. Many of the patients enjoyed having an opportunity to tell their stories, while nursing staff could be involved in the project, thereby enhancing their skills and raising their ambitions.
‘Rich opportunities, daunting challenges’ ahead for senior living: report
02/13/24 at 03:00 AMHundreds gather in St. Louis to remember former US Sen. Jean Carnahan
02/13/24 at 03:00 AMHundreds gather in St. Louis to remember former US Sen. Jean Carnahan The Public's Radio - AP; 2/11/24Children and grandchildren of former U.S. Sen. Jean Carnahan of Missouri recalled her wit, curiosity, kindness and hard work during a public memorial service on Saturday. Carnahan, 90, died Jan. 30 in hospice care in suburban St. Louis after a short illness. Carnahan became Missouri's first female U.S. senator when she was appointed in 2001 to replace her husband, Mel Carnahan, [who] died in a plane crash that also killed his son, Randy, and campaign adviser Chris Sifford, just weeks before the 2000 election.
Today's Encouragement - from Muhammad Ali
02/13/24 at 03:00 AMHe who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life. – Muhammad Ali
Aetna forecasts higher Medicare Advantage costs
02/13/24 at 03:00 AMAetna forecasts higher Medicare Advantage costsModern Healthcare, by Lauren Berryman; 2/7/24CVS Health has downgraded its 2024 earnings guidance as its Aetna health insurance subsidiary contends with higher-than-expected Medicare Advantage costs and a looming federal rate cut, the company announced Wednesday.
Highest-paying cities for nurses in every state
02/13/24 at 03:00 AMHighest-paying cities for nurses in every stateBecker's Clinical Leadership, by Mariah Taylor; 2/6/24Here is the top metro area in every state with the median annual wage for nurses. [Highest paying cities include:]
Large study ties OCD to greater risk of death from any cause
02/13/24 at 03:00 AMLarge study ties OCD to greater risk of death from any causeJAMA, by Emily Harris; 2/7/24Previous research on the mortality risk of people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) has shown mixed results and hasn’t gone into specific causes of death. Now, results from a large cohort study published in The BMJ suggests they have an 82% higher risk of dying from all causes.
HPNF Diversity in Health Care Series
02/13/24 at 03:00 AMHPNF Diversity in Health Care SeriesHospice and Palliative Nurses Association; 2/12/24The Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation (HPNF) has received generous philanthropic support to develop a series of educational resources for hospice and palliative care nurses, tailored to cover fundamental considerations for caring for patients of various faith backgrounds.Publisher's note: Video series includes an introduction, and end-of-life care for Jewish, Buddhist, Hindu, and Muslim patients.