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Helpful Resources for Older Adults & Caregivers The Resources section of our website provides tips and guidance on what services are available for older adults and their caregivers. While some of the information is Denver-specific, many of these services are available in other regions or states (i.e., Meals on Wheels). These guides also address more general issues like caregiver / care partner burnout, what to do when in-home help is resisted and documents to include with a Medicaid application. If you have any questions about these resources either in Denver, Colorado or other parts of the United States, contact Western Care Partners. https://buff.ly/49pMHR4

Helpful Resources for Older Adults & Caregivers The Resources section of our website provides tips and guidance on what services are available for older adults and their caregivers. While some of the information is Denver-specific, many of these services are available in other regions or states (i.e., Meals on Wheels). These guides also address more general issues like caregiver / care partner burnout, what to do when in-home help is resisted and documents to include with a Medicaid application. If you have any questions about these resources either in Denver, Colorado or other parts of the United States, contact Western Care Partners. https://buff.ly/49pMHR4

When I deliver a presentation about difficult family dynamics to hospital discharge planners, I ask: How many families you currently help are in conflict over a decision? The answer is the same, no matter which hospital system: ** The majority (and growing) of families can't make decisions about a caree's care plan because of conflict. ** One discharge planner shared a story that the family couldn't decide about hospice services for their mom so their mom died in the hospital without hospice services. I've been thinking about a solution to both help discharge planners and support the families. The goal is to intervene with listening support so that the family can regroup to make a decision so a caree receives the care he or she deserves. I'm presenting that idea (The Listening Solution) today at 1 p.m. ET during our event, Big Ideas to Change the Caregiving Experience. Is my idea workable? doable? possible? You'll have an opportunity to weigh in with your thoughts after my 10-minute presentation about my idea. You'll also hear an idea from Laura Herman, who will offer a solution for dementia care partners. I'd love for you to join us today to let us know what you think.

“The worst day of my life.” That’s how Bruce McIntyre, who cares for his wife, and Roberta Carson, who cared for her son, described the day their family members received a life-changing diagnosis. Bruce and Roberta shared their experiences during our first episode of The Caregiver’s Journal talk show. How can we better support family caregivers on Diagnosis Day? What if doctors shared three pages of resources for the family caregiver? Roberta received a four-inch thick binder of resources, which was so overwhelming she never cracked it open. The three-page resource brochure could include: --information about a disease-specific organization, which could make volunteers available to connect with the family caregiver. --a suggested plan for the next few days, which offers guidance on how to manage the stress that comes from such difficult news. --a suggested communication plan, which includes suggestions on how to share the news with family members and friends. --an invite to our free monthly planning meeting, After the Diagnosis. During this planning meeting, we talk out next steps and worries. During our talk show, Bruce mentioned it took time for him to process his wife's diagnosis. Because we offer this planning meeting every month, the family caregiver can join us when he or she feels ready. In addition, doctors can refer the caree and family caregiver to a Community Health Worker to receive Principal Illness Navigation Services, now reimbursable through Medicare. When your family member received a diagnosis, what support did you receive? What support did you wish you would have received? #caregiving #caringwork #diagnosis

Millions of Americans provide palliative care for loved ones, often juggling work, family, and personal needs with caregiving. Steven Lee, co-founder and CEO of ianacare, emphasized the role of family caregivers as essential partners in palliative care. Family caregivers are often overlooked by the healthcare system, leading to burnout and hindering patient care. There's a growing need for models that recognize caregivers as part of the care team and offer them resources and support. As hospice leaders, you have the power to make a difference. ✨ By recognizing the immense contributions of family caregivers and implementing support systems, you can ensure better patient outcomes and a more sustainable care environment for everyone involved.

If you missed the Green Table Live Talk Show yesterday, here are the key points from our discussion about how you can get paid as a family caregiver. The Structured Family Caregiving Program: For Senior Loved Ones to qualify: 1. Must need assistance with 2 or more ADLs (Activities of Daily Living). 2. Must be on Medicaid. 3. Must participate in CCSP or Source Medicaid Waiver programs (we can help you with this). 4. Must require 5 hours of care each day. 5. Family Caregiver must live in the home with the Senior Loved One. For Family Members to qualify as Caregivers: 1. Must be 18 years or older. 2. Cannot work outside the home. 3. Cannot have a business in the home. 4. Cannot be the spouse or parent of the Senior Loved One. 5. Must be related by blood or marriage. What you will receive: 1. Tax-free weekly direct deposit stipend of $60 per day. 2. Health coach support and training. 3. Built-in 2-day per week Respite at our Adult Day Health Care center. If you missed the episode, you can watch the replay by following the link https://lnkd.in/esEu6i47 Contact us at info@innovativecaregiving.com to learn more and get started on this program today! #GreenTableLive #StructuredFamilyCaregiving #SeniorCare #FamilyCaregivers

GUIDE providers, meet your newest GUIDE partner! Mellie Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CMS, recently launched the GUIDE (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience) Model -- an innovative model that prioritizes care coordination and caregiver support to improve the lives of dementia patients and their supporting family caregivers. This model also incorporates several key elements to advance health equity, support innovation, and address health disparities and affordability in dementia care. Supercharge your operations and scale your GUIDE program when you partner with Mellie, an approved GUIDE Model partner. We'll help you drive additional revenue and provide more comprehensive client support. How does Mellie match GUIDE requirements? ➝ Personalized care plan to guide the entire team ➝ 1:1 professional Care Coordinator to family caregiver support ➝ Centralized communication and collaboration ➝ Personalized care plan to guide the entire team ➝ Education and training on critical elder care topics ➝ One-stop shop for member's care information ➝ Easy-to-use native app with 24/7 availability We're already seeing great relevancy and demand from accepted GUIDE providers. Reach out to learn more about Mellie's approach and how we can help. https://lnkd.in/dGD4cZwX. #CMSGUIDEModel #HealthcareInnovation #Mellie #CareManagement #FamilyCaregivers #HealthOutcomes

Hospice care isn’t a conversation that anyone wants to have. Coping with a loved one’s decline or terminal prognosis takes a toll on caregivers, family and friends. Assured Hospice is there to support you with taking some of the pressure off of the family. We provide a support network to help you start the conversation and make sure that you don’t have to go through anything alone.  #hospice #hospicecare #hospicenurse #hospicenurse

Did you know most negative reviews for hospice agencies come from family members? Families who feel isolated, confused, or unsupported are more likely to leave a negative review—even if the patient care was excellent. Check out our blog: "Avoiding Negative Hospice Reviews: The Critical Role of Family Caregivers". Link in comments.

Whoop whoop 😍 We had a great session together with Marcus yesterday, talking about all things pain, including very practical tips for alleviating it at home 👏 If you missed it there might be a recording available, let us know and we may be able to share it with you 😉 BUT, before you go we have a quick question to ask (or two, really): Do you have ideas for future topics we should cover that are relevant for serious illness, palliative care, or caregiving? Or are you perhaps a healthcare professional who wants to share your knowledge with our audience? Let us know in the comments or by contacting Nara at nara@palhelps.com 💌 See you in the next one! 👋