For Graceful Transitions An End-of-Life Doula’s Post

According to a study at the Journal of Palliative Medicine, home-based #PalliativeCare, delivered to people not yet eligible for hospice, reduces hospitalizations, increases length of life, and extends the continuum of care delivered at home for people with serious illnesses and their #caregivers. This demonstrates that health plans and other payers can increase access to high-quality care for their beneficiaries and a higher quality-of-life for people with serious illness and their caregivers without a significant impact on cost of care.⚕️ Read More: https://lnkd.in/eX7eTYEz

#PalliativeCare services can make sense for a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (#PACE) organization for several reasons: 1. #ComprehensiveCare Approach: PACE orgs aim to provide comprehensive care to their participants, addressing their medical, social and emotional needs. Palliative care fits into that by focusing on improving the quality of life for individuals facing serious illness, regardless of their prognosis. 2. Meeting participant needs: Many of those enrolled in PACE have multiple #chronicconditions and may benefit from palliative care to manage symptoms, alleviate pain, and address emotional and spiritual concerns. 3. Enhanced #carecoordination: Palliative care involves a team-based approach with coordination between medical professionals, social workers, spiritual advisors and other specialists. This aligns with the interdisciplinary care model typically employed by PACE. 4. Support for families: Palliative care also extends support to participants' families, providing counseling, education and assistance with decision-making. This can be particularly valuable for PACE participants and their families as they navigate complex #healthcare decisions. 5. Alignment with PACE principles: PACE emphasizes the importance of participant-centered care, which aligns with the principles of palliative care that prioritize the individual's goals, values and preferences in treatment decisions. 6. Cost-effectiveness: Providing palliative care services within the PACE model may also contribute to cost savings by preventing unnecessary hospitalizations, reducing emergency room visits and promoting efficient use of healthcare resources. Jim Parker, editor of Hospice News and Palliative Care News, explores this intersection here: https://lnkd.in/gS5MpjwE

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A wonderful article that I couldn't agree more with - the potential impact of embedding palliative care practices across the healthcare ecosystem would be massive, and address critical pain points experienced by both patients and those who serve them. But to get there, there's definitely a branding hurdle to get over for both providers and patients. Well said, Amy! Looking forward to hearing more about how the work goes!

New Model Of Care Could Improve Residents’ End Of Life In Care Homes Care homes can improve their end-of-life care services, and relieve stress on staff, by adopting a new approach to palliative care, according to research just published. The Palliative Care Needs Rounds approach complements a care home’s existing expertise whilst strengthening staff’s understanding of palliative care, according to the study led by the University of Stirling and funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research. The model – which has been highly successful in Australia – plans for a resident’s last months of life with person-centred planning, case conferencing and staff education. It has been shown to reduce the length of stay in hospitals, and admissions, and improved symptoms at end of life.  Meanwhile, care home staff were more confident looking after residents. The Needs Rounds approach will help Scottish care homes deliver 32 of the recommendations required in new policy for the sector. The approach helps with future care planning, reducing unnecessary transfers to hospital, provides staff education, and provides a framework for multidisciplinary working which values care home staff. The Needs Rounds model helps meet the challenges for the care home workforce, such as high turnover and variable staff skills, say the researchers. Professor Liz Forbat of the University of Stirling’s Faculty of Social Sciences, who headed up the research, said: “Residents of care homes often lack access to end-of-life care from hospice teams, despite how unwell residents are and that care homes are the main place that UK people now die.  If their needs are not fully met, end of life can be distressing, with poor-quality deaths and sometimes futile hospitalisations. “What we saw was that this model can improve the lives and deaths of care home residents. A Needs Rounds approach to palliative care enables them to die with dignity where they want to. It may also benefit relatives by increasing their confidence in the home’s quality of care,” added Professor Forbat, a researcher with expertise in palliative care and relationships at end of life. Read More:

Gaining patient insights from their experience can really help improve patient support and home care programmes. This hospice has specifically used narrative story telling, a change from their usual survey approach. It really highlights how surveys sometimes can be limited in the information they provide. The depth of information gained during these sessions has given the families a voice to contribute to meaningful changes. #feedbackmatters #patientsupport #weareallpatients #weareallcarers https://www.nursing https://lnkd.in/eWQFyGVi

Health literacy plays a vital role in ensuring patients and caregivers can make informed decisions about hospice care. Our aim during #HealthLiteracyMonth is to increase understanding of the support hospice care provides. Learn more at https://nuvi.me/55plk7.

Health literacy plays a vital role in ensuring patients and caregivers can make informed decisions about hospice care. Our aim during #HealthLiteracyMonth is to increase understanding of the support hospice care provides. Learn more at https://nuvi.me/guv7a2.

The Importance of Referring Patients to Hospice and Palliative Care: 🌿 Why Early Referrals to Hospice and Palliative Care Matter 🌿 As healthcare professionals, one of the most impactful decisions we can make is recognizing when it's time to refer patients to hospice or palliative care. Early referrals are not just about the end of life—they’re about enhancing the quality of life. Here’s why referring your patients sooner can make a significant difference: ✨ Improved Symptom Management: Patients benefit from expert care focused on relieving pain, managing symptoms, and improving comfort. This leads to a better quality of life, allowing them to spend precious time with loved ones without the burden of unmanaged symptoms. ✨ Comprehensive Support for Patients and Families: Hospice and palliative care provide a holistic approach, offering emotional, spiritual, and psychological support to patients and their families. This compassionate care can ease the stress and anxiety that often accompanies serious illness. ✨ Avoiding Unnecessary Hospitalizations: Early referrals can help prevent unwanted hospital visits, ER trips, and invasive procedures, aligning care with the patient’s values and wishes. ✨ Personalized Care Plans: Patients receive a care plan tailored to their unique needs and preferences, ensuring they are treated with dignity and respect throughout their journey. ✨ Empowering Patients and Families: Early referrals give patients and families more time to understand and plan for what lies ahead, allowing them to make informed decisions that honor their wishes. Let’s work together to ensure our patients receive the compassionate, comprehensive care they deserve. If you know someone who could benefit from hospice or palliative care, don’t wait to make the referral. Let’s focus on what matters most: quality of life. 📞 For more information on how to refer a patient or learn more about our services, please reach out to us at (888) 515-3007. #HospiceCare #PalliativeCare #QualityOfLife #HealthcareProfessionals #PatientCare #CompassionateCare #EndOfLifeCare #HealthcareCommunity #Nursing #Physicians #SupportiveCare #PatientAdvocacy #PatriotHealthcare #PatriotCares

Health literacy plays a vital role in ensuring patients and caregivers can make informed decisions about hospice care. Our aim during #HealthLiteracyMonth is to increase understanding of the support hospice care provides. Learn more at https://nuvi.me/0exl8f.