Compassus’ Post

Many have heard of hospice, but when it comes time to consider it as a course of care, they are left with questions. From understanding how to get started to knowing who qualifies, here are some of the most common questions we receive along with our answers to those questions. We hope they provide some insight, motivating you to spark the conversation about end-of-life care today.💜 #FAQs #HospiceMonth #HospiceCare #VITASHospice #Hospice #EndofLifeCare #Caregivers

According to Hospice News, hospices are exploring adding services like palliative care and end-of-life doulas to improve patient care. While some challenges exist, like staffing and reimbursement, these additions could benefit both patients and hospices. Read more about it here: https://rpb.li/KBsy Which of the following services would you most like to be offered at your facility? 🔵 Palliative Care 🔵 Pediatric End-of-Life Care 🔵 Advance Care Planning 🔵 End-of-Life Doula Services 🔵 Home-Based Primary Care 🔵 PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) 🔵 Others (please comment below) Tell us more about the service you would like to add. We would love to hear your thoughts!

Hey there, friends! 👋 It's essential to have open conversations about end-of-life care, and today, we want to shed some light on the incredible benefits of hospice care. 🌟 Hospice care is recommended by doctors for several essential reasons: 1️⃣ Quality of Life 2️⃣ Pain Management 4️⃣ Tailored Care 5️⃣ Peaceful Transitions Remember, hospice care isn't about giving up; it's about shifting the focus toward comfort and quality of life when a cure is no longer possible. 💕 If you or a loved one are facing end-of-life decisions, don't hesitate to discuss hospice care with your healthcare provider. It can be a source of support and solace during a challenging time. Let's keep the conversation going about compassionate care options. Share this post to raise awareness, and remember, we're here to support each other through life's most challenging moments. 💪❤️ #HomeHealth #HospiceCare #SupportingFamilies #CompassionateCare #EndOfLifeJourney #HereForYou #HospiceCareMatters #CompassionateChoices #QualityOfLife #HomeHealthAgency #Hospice #InHomeCare #ElderCare #HospiceNurse #EndOfLife #HealthCare #EndOfLifeCare #Grief #HomeCare #SeniorCare #Seniors #HomeCareAgency #HomeHealthCare #Compassion #Caregivers #Elderly #Aging #HealthCareAtHome #YourHealthMatters #HealthyLiving #CompassionateCare

In support of #ACPDay2024, Dr. Mindy Smith, a retired family physician and member of the East Kootenay Division of Family Practice Patient Advisory Committee, shares valuable insights on #caregiving and for #AdvanceCarePlanning. Learn about creating care plans, appointing decision-makers, and accessing resources. Read more at https://loom.ly/JyZbT8g

Hospice care isn't about giving up; it's about enhancing the quality of life during a challenging time. By seeking hospice care sooner rather than later, we can make a significant difference in our loved ones' lives and our own. 💬 Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below. Have you or a loved one benefited from early hospice care? Let's inspire and educate one another. Together, we can promote compassionate and dignified care for all. 🙏 #HospiceCareMatters #CompassionateChoices #QualityOfLife #homehealth #homehealthagency #hospice #hospicecare #inhomecare #eldercare #hospicenurse #endoflife #healthcare #endoflifecare #grief #homecare #seniorcare #seniors #homecareagency #homehealthcare #compassion #caregivers #elderly #aging #healthcareathome #yourhealthmatters #healthyliving #compassionatecare

How do you want to live the last months of your life? That’s a big question — and one to talk about with your family.💜 We are the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care. Let us help you get the conversation started. Download our free guide below. 🔗👇🏼 #Hospice #Caregivers #EndOfLifeCare

What do we want more of? Time! But do we need more of? Focus! Let Serenity help you save time by streamlining communication and Workflows to let you focus on what you do best, caring for people. #serenity #hospice #seniorliving #assistedliving #hospitals #assistedliving #pharmacy

New issue of Hospice Pass has been sent. Having Essential Conversations with Loved Ones - It’s not easy, but necessary. Navigating the complex and emotional landscape of end-of-life care requires open, honest, and compassionate conversations with our loved ones. Whether you're in the pre-care stage, during care, or post-care, these discussions are crucial for ensuring that everyone's wishes and needs are respected. In this week's HospicePass newsletter, we break down these conversations into three key areas: Pre-Care, During Care, and Post-Care. None of these conversations are easy. Check it out and subscribe (link in the comments) if you're interested in ways to prepare, have these conversations, discuss these things with your older parents. Trust me - no one has been able to answer 30% of the questions - if you can get them to even talk about it. Making the end-of-life journey as exceptional as possible. Thanks beehiiv - couldn't do it without you. National Association for Home Care & Hospice Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association #hospicecare #seniorcare #assistedliving

Understanding Hospice and Home Care. 🏡❤️ Hospice, a compassionate service for end-of-life care, has its limits—often not providing 24/7 care unless it's very close to the end. This is where non-medical home care, like Homewatch CareGivers, comes in. We fill the gap with services such as bathing, repositioning, and incontinence care, offering crucial support for both patients and families. Additionally, our caregivers provide companionship, meal preparation, errand running, and more to ensure comfort and preserve relationships during difficult times. It's important to note that 24/7 in-home care is available to anyone, not just those in hospice. Don't wait for a crisis; let us be your support system today. #HospiceCare #HomeCareSupport #HomewatchCareGiver #NonMedicalHomeCare #EndOfLifeCare #UnderstandingHospice #CompassionateCare #SupportForFamilies #InHomeCare #Repositioning #IncontinenceCare #BathingCare #ComfortDuringDifficultTimes

Have you heard that Structured Family Caregiving is coming to Ohio? If you are a caregiver or know someone who is and you are looking for resources, coaching, emotional support and payment, then check out this post from Careforth the national leader in Structured Family Caregiving that clearly defines the program.