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Ahead of National Volunteer Week and in celebration of National Volunteer Month, NPHI CEO urges Americans: “Step forward. Be present. Volunteer with your local hospice.”

04/17/25 at 03:10 AM

Ahead of National Volunteer Week and in celebration of National Volunteer Month, NPHI CEO urges Americans: “Step forward. Be present. Volunteer with your local hospice.” National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI), Washington, DC; by Matthew Wilkinson; 4/16/25 Ahead of National Volunteer Week next week, and in celebration of National Volunteer Month this April, the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI) is shining a light on the often-unsung heroes of hospice: volunteers. These compassionate individuals are central to the mission of NPHI’s member providers nationwide, offering their time, energy, and hearts to patients and families during life’s most tender and vulnerable moments. NPHI member organizations rely on nearly 30,000 volunteers to keep their programs running—almost matching the number of full- and part-time staff employed across its national member network. Nationwide, hundreds of thousands of hospice volunteers contribute millions of hours of service annually. This deep tradition of volunteerism isn’t just symbolic—it’s built into the very structure of hospice care. All Medicare-certified hospices are required to have volunteers actively involved in patient and family support, reflecting the core values of compassion and community care that define the field.Editor's note: Throughout the year, find this and more national observances on our newsletters "Healthcare Observances" tab at the top of our website, https://www.hospicepalliativecaretoday.com/resources/healthcare-observances.

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Join Rebecca Ramsey and Chris Comeaux in exploring the future of home care

04/17/25 at 03:00 AM

Join Rebecca Ramsey and Chris Comeaux in exploring the future of home care Teleios Collaborative Network (TCN); podcast by Chris Comeaux with Rebecca Ramsey; 4/16/25 In this episode of TCNtalks, host Chris Comeaux interviews Rebecca Ramsay, CEO of Housecall Providers.  Rebecca shares her unique journey in healthcare and emphasizes the importance of nonprofit organizations in delivering quality care. Rebecca discusses the evolution of Housecall Providers, the significance of home-based primary care, and the interdisciplinary approach required to meet the needs of patients with complex conditions. She also advocates for Hospice organizations to expand into home-based primary care, highlighting the growing demand and the gaps in current services.  Chris and Rebecca explore the challenges of maintaining a stable workforce, the complexities of payment structures, and the importance of a steady referral stream for viable home-based primary care.  

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Why risk managers need to address SaaS security

04/17/25 at 03:00 AM

Why risk managers need to address SaaS security Risk Management; by Chithra Rajagopalan; 4/15/25 As organizations increasingly adopt cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) apps that store and handle sensitive and proprietary company data, cybersecurity risks have quickly become direct financial concern. The stakes around SaaS have never been higher—today, current spend on SaaS tools like Workday, Google Workspace and ServiceNow is in the hundreds of billions, or approximately $8,700 per employee. ...

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AI in procurement: How different industries are harnessing its power

04/16/25 at 03:00 AM

AI in procurement: How different industries are harnessing its power Spend Matters; by Spend Matters Team; 4/15/25 ... Across industries, AI is capable of reshaping procurement, making it smarter, more predictive and highly efficient. In this article we will highlight some of the key changes AI has made to procurement strategies in the following industries: manufacturing and industrials, life sciences and healthcare, and the public sector.

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The future of management is hybrid: Leading human-AI teams in a new era of work

04/16/25 at 02:00 AM

The future of management is hybrid: Leading human-AI teams in a new era of work Holtz Communication + Technology; by Shel Holtz; 4/12/25 ... Consider healthcare, where an AI agent will draft post-visit follow-up patient care plans, schedule check-ins, send reminders, and flag unusual symptoms in post-visit surveys for review. The human nurse practitioner will review and personalize the follow-up plan, contact patients in need of emotional support or clarification, and make clinical decisions about concerns the AI has flagged. ... Healthcare managers will have to align clinical protocols with AI-generated outputs, ensure HIPAA compliance (in the U.S.), and train staff to interpret and override AI recommendations when necessary. ... With less busy work, managers should be able to to focus on those aspects of managing that require a human touch, shifting to leading and mentoring, employing soft skills over hard skills, as shown in this chart: [Management Task/Skill | AI-AGents - Strength | Human Managers - Strength]

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National Alliance for Care at Home responds to the FY 2026 Hospice Proposed Rule

04/15/25 at 02:00 AM

National Alliance for Care at Home responds to the FY 2026 Hospice Proposed Rule National Alliance for Care at Home, Alexandira, VA and Washington, DC; Press Release; 4/11/25 The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) issued the following statement [Fri 4/11] in response to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Hospice Wage Index proposed rule, which proposes payment and regulatory updates under the Medicare hospice benefit. The proposed 2.4% payment update fails to adequately address the mounting financial pressures facing hospices nationwide. With escalating operational costs driven by inflation, workforce shortages, and rising expenses for supplies and services, the proposed payment increase would threaten the ability of hospices to sustainably provide quality end-of-life care. “The proposed payment update for FY 2026 falls short of what is needed to sustain high-quality hospice care,” said Dr. Steve Landers, CEO of the Alliance. “Without meaningful adjustments, hospices across the country will face serious challenges—jeopardizing access to care for terminally ill patients and placing added strain on families already facing the unimaginable. ..."

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Our newsletter's "Healthcare Observances" calendar

04/10/25 at 03:15 AM

Our newsletter's "Observances" calendar Hospice & Palliative Care Today; by Joy Berger; 4/9/25 We invite you to use our newsletter's "Observances" calendar, with information for numerous annual observances, like National Volunteer Month (April) and Week (April 20-26), National Nurses Month (May) and Week (May 6-12), National Nursing Assistants Week (June 12-18), and much more. To find at anytime, go to our webpage's "Resources" tab; click on "Observances." Do you have edits to suggest? Freely email me.

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Family Hospice partners with Alzheimer’s Association to expand educational outreach

04/10/25 at 03:10 AM

Family Hospice partners with Alzheimer’s Association to expand educational outreach EIN Presswire.com, Atlanta, GA; by Brittany Brown; 4/8/25 Family Hospice announces an official partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association, Georgia Chapter, to enhance educational outreach and raise awareness of available resources for individuals facing Alzheimer’s or other dementia.This collaboration will provide families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals with critical information on hospice and Alzheimer’s and dementia-related support. As part of this effort, Family Hospice and the Alzheimer's Association are planning an upcoming statewide initiative in Georgia aimed at expanding awareness and support. Both organizations will share educational materials at community events and through social media to ensure families and caregivers have access to the guidance they need. [Continue reading ...]

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How housing instability complicates end-of-life take care of growing old unhoused populations

04/10/25 at 02:15 AM

How housing instability complicates end-of-life take care of growing old unhoused populations Health Medicine Network; by Pilar Ingle; 4/8/25 Research estimates that one-third or more of the unhoused inhabitants within the U.S. is age 50 or older. Unhoused individuals of all ages face high rates of ... severe sickness. They additionally die at younger ages in contrast with people who find themselves not unhoused. Yet, there are few choices for palliative and end-of-life care for unhoused individuals. ... As a health care and aging researcher, ... I interviewed 17 well being care and social service suppliers in Colorado to grasp how they attempt to deal with palliative and end-of-life wants for his or her unhoused shoppers.

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Las Vegas’ non-profit urges families to research hospice care after facilities see surge of transfers, neglect

04/10/25 at 02:00 AM

Las Vegas’ non-profit urges families to research hospice care after facilities see surge of transfers, neglect Fox-5 KVVU-TV, Las Vegas, NV; by Jaclyn Schultz; 4/9/25 The Las Vegas Valley’s only non-profit hospice is among many facilities urging families to thoroughly research their choice of hospice care, after doctors see a rise in patients seeking transfers after suffering from neglect or poor care somewhere else. FOX5 told you how numerous doctors called for tougher hospice care standards across Nevada, as Assembly Bill 161 progresses through the Legislature. Nathan Adelson Hospice tells FOX5, from 2022 to 2024 alone, the non-profit took in more than 150 transfers from other facilities across the Las Vegas Valley. The rise coincides with another trend: more than 250 new facilities opening up across the Las Vegas Valley, as other neighboring states enact tougher regulations. [Continue reading ...]

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Most people pursue a toxic type of purpose in life—but if you do this instead, ‘there is no way to fail’

04/09/25 at 03:00 AM

Most people pursue a toxic type of purpose in life—but if you do this instead, ‘there is no way to fail’ CNBC Make It; by Dr. Joran Grumet, contributor/hospice medical director; 4/4/25 It took me many years and quite a bit of emotional heartache to realize a life-changing fact: When it comes to purpose, bigger is not better. Most of our anxiety stems from what I call “big P” Purpose, which is overly focused on the outcome or destination. ... [Dr. Grumet describes what he calls "big P" Purpose vs. "little P" Purpose.] I’ve found that most people end up pursuing the former, toxic type of purpose. It’s the easiest kind to choose, because it means meeting society’s expectations and following in the footsteps of the herd. The harder decision by far is to do the internal work to discover what really lights you up — and find a way to pursue it in the world. This all takes effort, but it’s worth it. ... Little P purpose embraces an abundance mentality. There is room for everyone — I mean everyone — to pursue that which brings them inner joy and happiness. This pursuit will never rely on whether someone else is succeeding or failing. ... [Continue reading ...]

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Leaders’ past experiences bring fresh perspectives to home-based care

04/09/25 at 03:00 AM

Leaders’ past experiences bring fresh perspectives to home-based care Home Health Care News; by Joyce Famakinwa; 4/2/25 ... Home Instead isn’t the only home-based care company that has an eye for recruiting and leveraging outside talent. Multiple home-based care C-suite executives began their careers outside of health care and are now leveraging these past experiences to bring fresh ideas and strategies to their operations. Finance, journalism and fast food corporations are just a few examples of the industries that line the resumes of home-based care’s top executives. Home Health Care News heard from four home-based care executives and leaders who detailed their experiences working outside of health care, and the lessons they brought with them to benefit the industry. ...

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2 key trends shaping the hospice workforce in 2025

04/08/25 at 03:00 AM

2 key trends shaping the hospice workforce in 2025 Hospice News; by Holly Vossel; 4/4/25 Hospice providers have unveiled two key themes that are impacting the ability to sustain and grow their workforce. Staffing shortages have long topped the concerns of hospice executives nationwide. Rising demand for hospice care has been outpacing the supply of clinical resources for several years running. Labor strains have also mounted among nonclinical and back-office administrative, billing and IT roles. ...

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America's Health Rankings: 2024 Annual Report, State Summaries

04/08/25 at 03:00 AM

America's Health Rankings: 2024 Annual Report, State Summaries HHS.gov - 2024 State Summaries; data from the U.S. Government Human Health Services; retrieved from the internet 4/4/25[Examine current data for each U.S. state, and apply relevant information to the services you provide:]

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How hospices can avoid pitfalls in AI implementation

04/08/25 at 03:00 AM

How hospices can avoid pitfalls in AI implementation Hospice News; by Jim Parker; 4/4/25 Hospice providers, along with the rest of health care, are increasingly relying on technology for clinical and business operations, with artificial intelligence among the most common investments. However, careful implementation is necessary to effectively use these systems. ... One of hospices’ key goals with AI is to increase efficiency. This lean toward efficiency reflects larger trends in the industry as the labor pool dwindles. Without more boots to put on the ground, providers are seeking ways to get more productivity from the ones they already have in place. [Continue reading ...] 

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The evolution of work: How Gen Z is reshaping leadership and workplace culture

04/08/25 at 02:00 AM

The evolution of work: How Gen Z is reshaping leadership and workplace culture Forbes; by First Place For Youth - Jayme Catalano; 4/2/25 As Generation Z enters the workforce in growing numbers, they are bringing fresh perspectives and expectations that are reshaping the traditional workplace. This digital-native generation, born between 1997 and 2012, is driving significant changes in management styles, work environments, and organizational values. Their influence is prompting companies to adapt, evolve and innovate, creating a new paradigm for the future of work.

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Jackson County nurse braves floodwaters to reach isolated hospice patient

04/07/25 at 03:00 AM

Jackson County nurse braves floodwaters to reach isolated hospice patient Fox 56, Jackson County, KY; by Corey Elam; 4/4/25 When deadly flooding cut off access and phone service for a Jackson County hospice patient on Friday [4/4/25], a healthcare worker teamed up with emergency management teams to care for her patient. According to Hospice Care Plus, after finding out her patient was isolated and couldn’t be reached by phone, Nurse Makale Fox worked with Jackson County Emergency Management (JCEM) to find a way to get to her. “With the support of Jackson County Emergency Management, Makale ... was able to safely navigate through the flooded area and reach her patient, ensuring they received the comfort and care they deserved,” Hospice Care Plus wrote. The hospice care nonprofit thanked Makale for her unwavering commitment, as well as JCEM for making it possible for her to get to her patient. [Continue for photos and more ...]

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Duke University Health System CEO: 7 lessons learned from a complex transformation

04/04/25 at 03:00 AM

Duke University Health System CEO: 7 lessons learned from a complex transformation Becker's Hospital Review; by Craig T. Albanese, MD, CEO of Duke University Health System; 4/3/25 Change management is both the art and science of preparing, supporting and equipping individuals, teams and an organization to adopt and adapt to new beginnings. ... Unifying our organization over the past 21 months, as with most mergers, has been challenging and we are far from finished. ... Lessons Learned:

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1 Red Flag that reveals bad leadership fast: One clear sign can tell you a lot about whether someone is leading well or failing miserably.

04/03/25 at 03:15 AM

1 red flag that reveals bad leadership fast: One clear sign can tell you a lot about whether someone is leading well or failing miserably. Inc., by Marcel Schwantes; 3/28/25 Bad leadership isn’t always obnoxious, toxic, or obvious. Sometimes it shows up in small, everyday moments—how someone talks to their team, how they handle mistakes, or how they treat people when no one’s watching. You don’t need a long list to spot it, either. A few clear signs can tell you a lot about whether someone is leading well … or just holding the title. ... Here is one quick way to recognize bad leadership before it does real damage: a lack of patience ... [Continue reading ...]

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Moffitt Cancer Center to offer inpatient hospice

04/03/25 at 03:00 AM

Moffitt Cancer Center to offer inpatient hospice Becker's Hospital Review, Tampa, FL; by Elizabeth Gregerson; 3/31/25 Tampa, Fla.-based Moffitt Cancer Center has partnered with Clearwater, Fla.-based Empath Health to offer inpatient hospice services. Moffitt care teams will continue to care for patients while nurses from Suncoast Hospice of Hillsborough in Tampa, part of Empath Health, will ensure inpatient hospice care criteria is met. Moffitt’s palliative medicine team will also “collaborate closely” with the hospice care team ... Moffitt CEO Patrik Hwu, MD, prioritized partnering with a hospice agency two years ago, the release said. “One of the biggest benefits of this partnership is the option for patients and their loved ones to transition from curative treatment to receiving compassionate end-of-life care while they continue maintaining relationships with their care team at Moffitt,” Kerry Hoerner, BSN, RN, senior vice president of Empath Health’s hospice division, said in the release. 

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20 leadership behaviors that undermine trust—and how to restore it

04/03/25 at 03:00 AM

20 leadership behaviors that undermine trust—and how to restore it Forbes; by Expert Panel for Forbes Coaches Council; 3/27/25 Trust is the cornerstone of effective leadership, yet even the most well-intentioned executives can inadvertently weaken it. ... Here, members of Forbes Coaches Council share 20 common ways leaders unintentionally compromise trust with teams, along with strategies to restore it.

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Transforming healthcare: Hospice in the news, March 2025

04/03/25 at 02:00 AM

Transforming healthcare:  Hospice in the news, March 2025  Teleios Collaborative Network (TCN); pod/videocast by Chris Comeaux with Cordt Kassner; 4/2/25 In this episode of TCNtalks, Chris Comeaux and Dr. Cordt Kassner, Publisher of Hospice & Palliative Care Today and CEO and Founder of Hospice Analytics, leverage their data and extensive experience to identify key Hospice headlines, articles, research, and social media posts that are driving change and transforming end-of-life care and healthcare in America. They share personal experiences with hospice care, emphasizing the importance of social work and discussing the challenges of healthcare reimbursement.  The conversation also touches on MedPAC recommendations, new social media trends, and highlights from recent research articles. 

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What’s next for COOs?

04/02/25 at 03:00 AM

What’s next for COOs? Becker's Hospital Review; by Kelly Gooch; 3/26/25 The health system C-suite continues to evolve, as organizations streamline leadership by eliminating or combining roles, and by restructuring leadership teams amid industry headwinds. Against this backdrop, the COO role is also changing, with leaders taking on more strategic responsibilities while continuing to oversee day-to-day operations across their systems. In conversations with Becker’s, Eric Stevens, COO of Roseville, Calif.-based Adventist Health, and Rick Majzun, president and COO of Palo Alto, Calif.-based Stanford Medicine Children’s Health, discussed how they are balancing this growing scope and where the COO role fits in the modern C-suite. [Continue reading ...] 

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Niagara Hospice to offer free community presentation for National Healthcare Decisions Day

04/02/25 at 03:00 AM

Niagara Hospice to offer free community presentation for National Healthcare Decisions Day Niagara Frontier Publications; Press Release; 3/28/25 April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day, which is a day set aside to educate and empower individuals to discuss and document their end-of-life health care wishes. Niagara Hospice invites the community to attend the free presentation, “Advance Care Planning: Advance Directives for Health Care,” ... Advance care planning includes advance directives like health care proxies, do not resuscitate (DNR) orders, and living wills. Advance directives help to ensure end-of-life care wishes are followed if one is unable to make necessary decisions for themselves. [Continue reading ...]Editor's note: For more information about National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD), explor The Conversation Project, at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement. 

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The blind side of leadership: Toxic positivity in workplace culture

04/02/25 at 01:30 AM

The blind side of leadership: Toxic positivity in workplace culture Forbes; by Tracy Lawrence; 3/26/25 A surprising number of leaders are unaware of toxic positivity, even as they unwittingly cultivate it. It’s understandable, but toxic positivity isn't just a cultural nuisance – it's a serious strategic liability. When organizations prioritize "feeling good" over honest communication, they lose the ability to address emerging problems, identify market shifts, and leverage their teams' full capabilities. In my experience coaching executives across industries, I've observed that the most successful organizations aren't those with the fewest problems – they're the ones where issues can be safely identified and addressed before they become crises. [Continue reading ...]

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