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Determining whether a loved one may need in-home senior care can be challenging, especially if you don't see them regularly. That's why it's essential to pay close attention when you're with them, noting any evidence of behavioral, cognitive, or physical changes. Here are some signs to look out for: Behavioral Changes - Severe mood swings and withdrawal from activities they used to enjoy - Imagining things or displaying unusual behavior - Leaving their home and getting lost or pacing - Misunderstanding others or lashing out physically You might also notice some changes in their living conditions and routines: - Their house appears unusually cluttered or dirty - They keep expired groceries or lose interest in their favorite activities - Their sleeping patterns have changed and they frequently forget to take their medications - Missed appointments, late bill payments, or stacks of unopened mail These signs could indicate that your loved one might benefit from in-home senior care. At Open Systems Healthcare, we provide personalized care to ensure your loved ones can maintain their independence while receiving the support they need. If you have noticed these signs in a loved one and want to explore the option of in-home senior care, feel free to contact us. We're here to help. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/efsvGpzx

Great work by the hospital avoidance team at #CALHN AND the community can also play a part in reducing hospital congestion by taking some simple steps for your self and your family/loved ones: 1. Discuss the goals of care with older family members or those with serious health issues - not everyone wants Resus/CPR or ICU 2. Ensure that everyone is aware of what is appropriate/desired and what is not 3. Make sure people's wishes are documented and the document is "findable" 4. Plan ahead - many admissions are the result of people being unwilling to talk about failing health until it becomes critical 5. Organise and accept community services and other help when available EDs and hospitals are very important for acute care - but they are not always the nicest place for those with frailty and gradually failing health. We risk delivering care which is not wanted or helpful when we spend a lot of time and resources without having thought about these simple steps....

"People are worried [...] not having that reward system that you do something, and you get paid for it, as opposed to preventing something and getting paid for it." Fantastic interview on #valuebasedcare and the mind shift that must occur before you enter it. #healthcare #vbc #healthcarequality #privatepractice #healthcareinnovation #physicians #doctors #healthcareadministration

THIS! Our healthcare system is broken! Those on the frontline are hurting and we have failed to address it in any meaningful way. Rather than rant about it, let’s work towards meaningful solutions. I know a lot of smart people, we can do this! Give me your thoughts! #nurses #nursingleadership #nursepractitioners #nursesonlinkedin #nursingeducation #nclex #aanp #acnl

Check out this is a very informative interview explaining just how Sun Life Health can be your first choice for health and wellness!!

🏡 Choosing the Right Level of Care - Assisted Care at Almost Home Senior Care 🏡 Finding the perfect place for your loved ones to call home is a significant decision, and Almost Home Senior Care is here to make it easier. We take pride in being a top-quality alternative to standard assisted care facilities in Northern Virginia, offering a wide range of services tailored to every state of health. Today, let's focus on our Assisted Care services. 🌟 Assisted Care 🌟 Our dedicated and well-trained staff is committed to ensuring the well-being of your family member while preserving their freedom and independence. Here's how we can assist: 1️⃣ Medication Management: We ensure that medications are taken on time and as prescribed, giving you peace of mind that your loved one's health is in good hands. 2️⃣ Activities of Daily Living: We provide assistance with daily tasks, making daily routines smoother and more manageable. 3️⃣ Transportation: Our caregivers can safely transport your loved one to medical appointments and their favorite places in town, allowing them to stay engaged in the community. 4️⃣ Active Lifestyle: We encourage and support an active lifestyle, accommodating your loved one's hobbies and interests to help them maintain the lifestyle they're accustomed to. Choosing Almost Home Senior Care means choosing a place where your loved one can thrive, with compassionate caregivers who treat them like family. We invite you to schedule an in-person tour to experience our warm and welcoming environment firsthand. Call or email us today to arrange your visit – we can't wait to meet you and show you why we're the best choice for Assisted Care: 📞 Call 703-Call-Home to schedule your tour now or learn more at https://bit.ly/3FDc3xl Your loved one's well-being and happiness are our top priorities. 💙 #AssistedCare #SeniorLiving #ActiveLifestyle #AlmostHomeSeniorCare

This was posted by the Beryl Institute and Mike Dellosso. All of our patients experience some level of anxiety. Our challenge as clinicians is to (1) avoid increasing their anxiety, and (2) reduce their level of anxiety. Home healthcare presents its own challenges when it comes to patients and anxiety. It’s true, there’s no place like home. But home is not a hospital or rehabilitation center; there is no nurse a button-call away. Doctors don’t stop by daily. Vitals aren’t constantly monitored. There is a sense of being stranded, even abandoned. There’s also often family dynamics to deal with, unannounced visitors, spouses, children, grandchildren, pets to care for, transportation issues. And on top of that, there are strangers coming and going, giving instructions, homework, suggestions, handouts to keep track of, more schedules to accommodate, phone calls to make. Because home health is unique to any other setting in healthcare, the paradigm of patient experience must be shifted. Consider the anxiety, fear, and concerns patients have about having care performed in their home. Think about safety, environment and hospitality when attempting to decrease the patient's anxiety. As clinicians, our goal should be to reduce the patient's anxiety about having strangers in their home while delivering great care and creating a memorable experience. #patientcare #patientsfirst #patientsatisfaction #patientexperience #homehealth #homehealthcare Emerus Holdings, Inc.WellSpan HealthBaylor Scott & White HealthBaylor Scott & White Medical Center - Frisco Baylor Scott & White Institute for RehabilitationTexas Health Care AssociationTexas Hospital Association

Spotlight on Innovation: Discover the origins of #BEAMS, a groundbreaking solution developed in collaboration with Sheffield Children's Hospital. This video by the Department of Health and Social Care takes you behind the scenes of its creation, addressing the critical need for effective bedside alarm management. Watch now to see how BEAMS is transforming patient safety! 🏥🚨 🔗 https://lnkd.in/egaaxckn #HealthcareInnovation #PatientSafety #SheffieldChildrensHospital #Healthtech #MedTech #WardEfficiency #StaffEfficiency #PatientExperience #TechInHealthcare #PatientMonitoring #WardManagement

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐞: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 People visit hospitals to receive care for injuries or diseases or undergo needed medical procedures and surgeries. Hospitals are open 24/7 every day of the year to provide essential and specialized health services to our communities. Of course, a hospital’s reach and impact extend beyond its walls and into the surrounding neighborhoods and communities. Each community may have different needs, and those needs can change. Whether providing transportation for patients to and from an appointment or hospital stay, offering education and employment opportunities, providing affordable housing — and so much more — all hospitals and health systems provide innumerable benefits to their communities. Source Info: https://lnkd.in/d2ymhw8Y

Navigate the complexities of eldercare with PyxisCare Mangement! Our expert team provides ongoing support and comprehensive evaluations. Improve the quality of life for your loved ones through proactive planning and tailored strategies. #ProactivePlanning #PyxisCareManagement