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Don’t stop dreamin’ turns nursing home residents’ dreams into reality
01/24/24 at 04:00 AMDon’t stop dreamin’ turns nursing home residents’ dreams into realityiAdvanceSeniorCare, by Paige Cerulli; 1/22/24The nonprofit now works to fulfill dreams for residents of all Quality Life Services homes, as well as for patients of Three Rivers Hospice. “There is one employee at all ten locations, including Three Rivers Hospice, that represents Don’t Stop Dream’ as a Dream Ambassador,” explains [Paula] Elder. “They are responsible for learning about our residents and patients’ needs and dreams, and submitting them for request. Most dreams are typically granted to our residents and patients after research is completed to ensure their safety, travel arrangements (if necessary), and staffing is available.”
Sutter Health announces its first-ever Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer; Dana Beckton to drive diversity, equity and inclusion strategy and initiatives
01/15/24 at 04:00 AMSutter Health announces its first-ever Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer; Dana Beckton to drive diversity, equity and inclusion strategy and initiativesGlobeNewsire; 11/29/23... Beckton will lead the diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) strategy for the California-based integrated health system, while serving as a key member of Sutter’s Executive Leadership Team. She will work directly with Sutter Health President and CEO Warner Thomas and interim Chief Human Resources Officer Gail Lerch to drive DEI programming and initiatives.
Hospice of the Western Reserve targeting $75,000 grant to address racial disparities
01/15/24 at 03:00 AMHospice of the Western Reserve targeting $75,000 grant to address racial disparitiesCleveland.com Community News, by John Benson; 12/14/23Hospice of the Western Reserve applied for and recently received a Three Arches Foundation grant, with the intent to address healthcare inequity. Providing end-of-life care, caregiver support and bereavement services throughout Northern Ohio, the nonprofit was recently awarded $75,000 to expand outreach and address racial disparity in utilization of in-home, pre-hospice palliative care for patients with advanced serious and progressive illness.Quotes Heidi L. Barham, Hospice of the Western Reserve Manager of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
New Hosparus care center for elderly nearing final approval
01/12/24 at 04:00 AMNew Hosparus care center for elderly nearing final approvalThe News-Enterprise, by Gina Clear; 1/11/24Known for hospice care for 45 years, Hosparus Health is expanding its mission with a new level of care at its Care Guide Partners PACE center in Elizabethtown (KY). Not yet open — the agency still is seeking approval from Medicare — the program is meant to offer services to elderly family members who need extra assistance, but might not want or be ready for full-time nursing care, Hosparus Health President and CEO David W. Cook said.
"We can't save lives without you."
01/11/24 at 04:00 AM"We can't save lives without you."PR Newswire, Philadelphia; 1/10/24Gift of Life's Community & Hospital Partners Advance 50-Year Legacy as the Most Generous Region in the Country ... Gift of Life has coordinated 14,196 donors and 39,469 organs for transplant – more than any other U.S. organ procurement organization (OPO) since the inception of our national donation system in 1988. Yet the need for life-saving organs continues to far exceed the number available. Each day, seventeen people die waiting for a transplant and, every ten minutes, another child or adult is added to the national waitlist.
Palliative Care Consultation and Family-Centered Outcomes in Patients With Unplanned Intensive Care Unit Admissions
12/29/23 at 03:08 AMPalliative Care Consultation and Family-Centered Outcomes in Patients With Unplanned Intensive Care Unit AdmissionsJournal of Palliative MedicineJamie T Nomitch, et.al.December 25, 2023Context: Hospitalized patients who experience unplanned intensive care unit (ICU) admissions face significant challenges, and their family members have unique palliative care needs. Objectives: To identify predictors of palliative care consultation among hospitalized patients with unplanned ICU admissions and to examine the association between palliative care consultation and family outcomes.Conclusions: For patients experiencing unplanned ICU admission, palliative care consultation often happened after transfer and was associated with illness severity, comorbid illness, and hospital site. Patient death was associated with family symptoms of psychological distress.
Helios Care Partners with Bassett Healthcare to Expand Hospice, Palliative Services
12/23/23 at 03:36 AMHelios Care Partners with Bassett Healthcare to Expand Hospice, Palliative ServicesHospice NewsDecember 21, 2023The hospice and senior care provider Helios Care is partnering with the integrated health system Bassett Healthcare Network to bring more extensive access to hospice and palliative care to patients in central New York. ... As a result of the partnership, the New York State Department of Health issued certificates of need allowing Helios to expand into additional counties.
NAHC and NHPCO Announce Transition Board of Directors
12/23/23 at 03:20 AMNAHC and NHPCO Announce Transition Board of DirectorsNews ReleaseDecember 21, 2023Alexandria, VA, and Washington, DC—The National Association for Home Care & Hospice and the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization jointly announced today that they have developed a proposed slate of Transition Board of Directors and officers for 2024. The Transition Board will oversee the transition to a new, consolidated organization pursuant to its ratification by both associations’ Boards of Directors in an agreement to combine which is contemplated in early 2024. ... The proposed Transition Board was selected collaboratively by the boards of NAHC and NHPCO and represents the full breadth of the patient-centered healthcare sector providing care in homes and communities nationwide, with wide-ranging expertise, demographic and geographic diversity, varied organizational tax statuses, and other criteria. The Transition Board includes equal representation from NAHC and NHPCO ... The proposed Transition Board is as follows:
Top 5 ‘Hidden Gem’ Palliative Care News Stories from 2023
12/20/23 at 03:00 AMTop 5 ‘Hidden Gem’ Palliative Care News Stories from 2023Palliative Care NewsDecember 18, 2023Reimbursement and regulation reigned in the news this year, but other important trends garnered attention as well. Below are top five under-the-radar stories that, while important, didn’t make our most read this year. The topics range from unmet staff and patient needs, financial and operational headwinds and research fueling innovative care delivery approaches.
The Denver Hospice Announces Grand Opening of Second Optio Palliative Care Outpatient Clinic
12/13/23 at 03:00 AMThe Denver Hospice Announces Grand Opening of Second Optio Palliative Care Outpatient ClinicNews ReleaseDecember 7, 2023Denver, CO—Focused on providing comfort and a better quality of life for patients facing serious or chronic illnesses, The Denver Hospice is opening its second palliative care outpatient clinic, Optio Palliative Care Clinic-South. ... “Finding care for patients with serious illness presents significant challenges and stress for those patients and their caregivers. Optio Palliative Care Clinics provide support so that patients have the best possible quality of life while they complete their treatments, and caregivers get their questions and concerns answered about the care. Easy, convenient, access to palliative care services is a key reason for opening our second outpatient palliative care location,” said Ernesto Lopez, president of The Denver Hospice.
New Jersey Passes Community-Based Palliative Care Medicaid Bill
12/10/23 at 04:00 AMNew Jersey Passes Community-Based Palliative Care Medicaid BillPalliative Care NewsDecember 8, 2023A New Jersey state bill recently passed that establishes community-based palliative care benefits under Medicaid. The new legislation includes coverage for specialized medical care, emotional and spiritual support, as well as pain and symptom relief for Medicaid beneficiaries with advanced illnesses, including both adult and pediatric populations.
Chris Comeaux, nationally recognized Hospice leader, announces the release of first leadership book.
12/01/23 at 04:00 AMChris Comeaux, nationally recognized Hospice leader, announces the release of first leadership book.