Lighthouse Hospice NJ

Today on October 29th, we raise awareness for World Stroke Day. We are here to educate. Know the symptoms and preventions. Act FAST. Call 9-1-1 What is a stroke? A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients. Brain cells start to die within minutes.

Happy World Occupational Therapy Day! The theme for this year is, “Occupational Therapy for All.” The theme reflects the important role of the profession in facilitating the ability of individuals, communities, and populations to participate in the activities that they want, need, or are expected to do in their daily lives. Occupational therapy is a vital part of hospice. This form of therapy is used to help those recovering from physical or mental illnesses. We work to encourage rehabilitation to help with certain activities that are necessary for daily life. OTs play a crucial role in the hospice care team. They help identify significant life roles and activities that provide some meaning to patients. They’ll talk to the patient to find out what they want to accomplish and what’s most important to them. They also consider the available support systems and resources they may have to achieve those goals. Thank you, Occupational Therapist, for all the hard work that you do each day!

Curious about what sets our team apart? Hear straight from our colleagues themselves! Meet Aaron, who has been with us for 2 years, sharing what makes our team truly exceptional. Check out their insightful words and join our team! Visit https://lnkd.in/etRGQYuZ to explore our current openings and embark on your journey with us! #ourcarefamily

This week we want to take the time to celebrate and educate you for Spiritual Care Week! Spiritual care can be a wide range of different cultures and religions. The theme this year is “Chaplains Beyond Religious Roles.” These colleagues wear so many different hats and our team would be incomplete without our Chaplains. Help us show them some love this week! #OurCareFamily #SpiritualCareWeek #ChaplainsBeyondReligiousRoles

Today we want to remind you to schedule your mammograms. Did you know that a mammogram can often detect a problem before there is any outward physical sign? All women over 40 years old are recommended to have a mammogram yearly for preventative measures. #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #PreventativeCare #WomenHealth #KnowYourRisk #ScheduleYourMammogram #BreastCancerAwareness #ScreeningSavesLives

It's that time again for our annual Lighthouse Trick or Treat bags! Pictured on the right is Sara, Administrative Manager, and on the left is Julia Haughey, RNCM. Each year, we prepare bags for our colleagues, their children, and even their grandchildren. Our team enjoys sharing treats with their loved ones and indulging in some goodies while they are out visiting patients throughout the day! #TrickorTreat #ColleagueFestivities #FamilyFun #SpreadingJoy #HalloweenTreats #WorkplaceCulture #OurCareFamily

Harvest the season’s best opportunities! We are looking for new colleagues to join our patch. Visit https://lnkd.in/etRGQYuZ

Happy National Case Management Week 2024! 🎉 This year's theme—'Encouraging, Engaging, and Empowering'—perfectly captures the heart of what our case managers do every day at Lighthouse Hospice. From guiding patients through complex decisions to advocating for personalized care, case managers are the unsung heroes of healthcare. Let's take this week to celebrate their dedication to improving lives and ensuring compassionate, coordinated care. We honor your commitment not just this week, but all year long! 💙 #NCMW2024 #CaseManagersCare #EncourageEngageEmpower #OurCareFamily

For over two centuries, we have proudly celebrated the Navy's Birthday on October 13th, showing respect to the armed forces for their courage and commitment. We express gratitude to both historical and current servicemen and women, wishing ongoing safety for those currently in service. #HappyBirthday #Veteran #Navy

Lighthouse Hospice is dedicated to offering support, education, guidance, and resources for patients receiving hospice and palliative care, as well as their families and the broader community. In 2024, we are celebrating a decade since the World Health Assembly (WHO's Governing Body) adopted its unique resolution on palliative care. This resolution urged all nations to enhance palliative care services as part of holistic care across all stages of life. We share with you some comparisons between Hospice and Palliative care: - Hospice is for terminal patients with 6 months or less to live. - Palliative care is for any stage of serious illness, alongside curative treatments. - Both focus on comfort, pain management, and quality of life. - Hospice care is often at home; palliative care can be in hospitals or clinics. - Both involve a multidisciplinary care team. - Hospice is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most insurance plans; palliative care varies. #WHPCDay24 #10YearsOn #Hospice #PalliativeCare