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HospicePass.......who, what, where, and why? Building this community of like-minded professionals, each a master of their task, involves several key steps. Vision and Planning: Define the vision and develop the plan. Attract Like-Minded Professionals: We network and invite the people we know who understand and appreciate the mission. Infrastructure Development: The newsletter is only the beginning. Workspaces that will be shared and tailored to our needs are being created. Governance and Management: We’re creating an Advisory Board to lead the charge. If you’re interested, email jaredjerotz@hospicepass.com. Subject: Advisory Board Interest and you’ll receive an application to apply. Fostering Collaboration and Growth: Workshops, webinars, and social gatherings are being scheduled so we can collaborate and learn from each other. The goal is to set an unbelievable standard for hospice care. Sustaining the Community: We’re implementing systems for gathering feedback from the community members. This will allow for continuous improvement and create a strong community bond. Are you in? Encourage your team to get involved. We'd be honored if you subscribed to the free newsletter. The stories hit home for caregivers, healthcare professionals, hospice agencies, and anyone looking to make and support the end-of-life journey. Link to the newsletter and our current community members are in the comments. #hospicecare #palliativecare #hospicenurse #endoflife #seniorcare #assistedliving #homehealthcare National Association for Home Care & Hospice Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association Elderly Care Trella Health Qualis - Hospice DME Management Hospice Dynamix SuperCare Health (USA) BetterRX The Death Deck The Hospice Care Plan Horizon Oxygen and Medical Equipment Incline Equity Partners Grief Cards Parting Stone Amity Healthcare Staffing VectorCare Inc. Compassionate Medical Transport The Heart of Hospice Podcast

🌟 Rethinking Hospice Care: Advocating for Patient-Centered Services 🌟 It's time to challenge the status quo and reimagine hospice care beyond the one-size-fits-all model. Contrary to popular belief, not all hospice organizations are created equal. While they may tout similar services, it's essential to recognize that true innovation lies in offering specialized, patient-centered approaches that prioritize individual needs and preferences. Let's face it: the traditional hospice model often overlooks the unique experiences and desires of patients and their families. But there's hope on the horizon. By advocating for more patient-centered services, such as end-of-life doulas, senior advisors, and health advisors, we can usher in a new era of compassionate and personalized care. When searching for a hospice company, don't settle for the status quo. Look for a provider that goes above and beyond, offering specialized approaches and tailored services to meet the diverse needs of every individual. Whether it's the comforting presence of an end-of-life doula, the advocacy of a senior advisor, or the guidance of a health advisor, these specialized services can make all the difference in the quality of care provided. Let's be the change we wish to see in hospice care. Together, let's advocate for more patient-centered services and ensure that every individual receives the compassionate, dignified, and personalized care they deserve on their end-of-life journey. #HospiceCare #PatientCenteredCare #EndOfLifeDoula #SeniorAdvisor #HealthAdvisor #CompassionateCare #HealthcareAdvocacy

Many underserved communities lack access to these essential services. One way hospice organizations can expand their services to these communities is through the utilization of Certificates of Need (CON). The CON program aims to prevent the over-proliferation of health care facilities, which can lead to increased health care costs. It also ensures that new or expanded services meet the needs of the community. By utilizing Certificates of Need, hospice organizations can strategically expand their services to underserved communities. This not only fulfills their mission of providing compassionate end-of-life care to all who need it, but also contributes to health equity by ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their socioeconomic status or geographical location, have access to high-quality hospice care. https://lnkd.in/eMG_JGke #hospicecare #hospice #certificatesofneed #healthequity #homeandcommunitybased #homehealthcare #homecare

Robert Witham (He/Him) (Military Veteran) has uncovered a wildly underserved niche and is aiming to transform how families navigate caring for their loved ones. We know first-hand how hard, confusing, time-consuming, and anxiety-provoking it can be to navigate caring for aging parents. And we're not alone... According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the National Alliance for Caregiving, over 53 million Americans provide care to an aging or disabled family member, with the majority of care recipients being over the age of 50. The economic value of this informal caregiving is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars annually. The need is ubiquitous. The healthcare system is flawed, siloed, and confusing. And a steadily growing percentage of the American population falls into the 50+ age group. There is a huge gap to fill and Azimuth Healthcare aims to do just that.

Reliant at Home Hospice Deciding whether to keep a loved one at home or send them to a skilled nursing facility for hospice care is a deeply personal decision and can depend on several factors: -Comfort and Preferences**: Consider what your loved one prefers. Some people feel more comfortable at home, surrounded by familiar things, while others may prefer the specialized care available in a facility. -Care Needs**: Assess the level of care your loved one requires. If they need constant medical attention or specialized support that you cannot provide at home, a skilled nursing facility might be the better option. -Support System**: Evaluate the support you have. If you have family or friends who can help provide care at home, that may make it more feasible. If not, a facility may offer the necessary resources. -Quality of Life**: Think about where your loved one would have the best quality of life in their remaining time. This includes emotional, physical, and psychological aspects. -Financial Considerations**: Consider the costs associated with home care versus a skilled nursing facility. Insurance coverage may also differ between the two options. -Duration of Care**: If the prognosis is limited, home care might be a more intimate choice. For longer-term care needs, a facility may be more appropriate. #Endoflifecare #ahighercalling #bluebirdpromise #texas #tomballtx #cypresstx #magnoliatx #Houstontx #wallertx #comfortcare #terminalillness #endoflifeplanning #hospice #hospicecare #caregiving #workvibes

McKnight's Senior Living reports, Differentiation, and providing needed access to high-quality care, will continue to drive survival in a market where buyers are hungry to invest in skilled beds. “There is always going to be a portion of people who require maybe a more intensive level of care and also always a proportion of people who would prefer to receive care in a communal setting,” Spanko said. “How are you setting yourself up to be that provider of choice in a market where maybe there’s less global demand for nursing home beds, but people want, you know, privacy, people want to really know their caregivers?” The key to high-quality care is high-quality workforce preparation! With ReadyCNA, you are guaranteed the highest-quality, flexible online CNA training content. Become a choice provider by partnering with Cinematic Health and ReadyCNA. Contact us today to learn more! #controlthepipeline #highqualitycare #highqualitytraining #workforcepreparation #flexiblelearning #onlinelearning #ReadyCNA #CNA #nursinghomes #caregivers #providerofchoice #skillednursing #mcknights #CinematicHealth #skilledbeds https://hubs.la/Q02m3N7P0

Attn. @Health Systems- time to pay attention to this! This study quantifies the imbalance that currently exists in the care ecosystem and needs to be changed. Family caregivers play a significant role in supporting loved ones during Hospital-at-Home programs, but they shouldn't have to face financial burdens while doing so. Health systems can help in many ways: offering financial assistance programs, providing free or low-cost resources like medical equipment, and helping family caregivers with digital tools and training. By investing in the well-being of caregivers, health systems not only improve patient outcomes but also build a more supportive care ecosystem. Let's work towards making caregiving more sustainable for all- certainly an important goal for us at Kinary!! #Caregiving #Healthcare #HospitalAtHome #FamilySupport #Kinary #MakingCaregivingaSustainableChoice #Makingcaregivingeasieronlife https://lnkd.in/gBUfNNg2

An opportunistic "loophole" in NY PHL 2805-x has sparked outrage among hospice advocates. The convenient language was recently used to circumvent the CON process, threatening the existence of several long-serving, quality-driven hospices that serve their communities. The result? Potential poaching of staff and closed system referrals that will likely result in a decrease in the census for already existing hospices. No, wait…it gets even better. The collaboration was only discovered thanks to a social media post. The legislature never intended for the law to be used as a means to avoid the CON process, and without amendment deprives existing facilities of due process, deprives health care consumers of services aligned with community need, creates health care disparities, and exacerbates issues involving social determinants of health that the CON process was designed to prevent. We are calling on lawmakers to REJECT language found in sections 1-3 of Part V of the Health & Mental Hygiene Article VII bill, and require stakeholder input by the Executive, DOH & provider advocates on CON reform as part of a larger effort after the budget is finalized. We are asking the legislature to INCLUDE language that would prohibit the recently expanded interpretation of the PHL 2805-X waiver which effectively subverts the CON process and its intent to preserve health equity. The law needs to align with the State Administrative Procedure Act to require public notification and opportunity to comment when an application is made for a regulatory waiver, and to ensure that any such application meet applicable CON requirements. As New York State considers changes to its current CON process - and as holes in the state budget are filled - it's important to ensure that the quality-driven hospices are protected and that the CON process is not exploited. #hospice #CON #healthequity #nys

At Koi Homecare, we make our services readily accessible to individuals who need our help. Here is the step-by-step process of availing of our home care services. Step 1: Before delivering services, our care professionals will conduct a thorough in-home assessment for free. This assessment will revolve around the tasks you find challenging to perform at home, your health condition, your care preferences, and your capability to do activities on your own. Step 2: After the assessment, our care coordinators develop a custom service plan based on the results of the assessment and your doctor’s recommendations. We ensure that the service plan allows you and your family members to participate actively in implementing the service plan and creating possible modifications. Step 3: Then, we match you with one of our caregivers who can deliver your custom service plan with the utmost professionalism, accuracy, and in the highest quality possible. Should you want to replace your designated caregiver, our care coordinators will work with you to help you select the most compatible caregiver for you. Step 4: During the delivery of services, our care team will conduct regular follow-ups and monitoring, whether through a phone call, video chat, or home visits, to oversee your response to care and current condition. This will then allow our team to create modifications to your service plan when deemed necessary. We’d love to help you.

💥here’s a nice read reinforcing how Caregivers are the backbone of healthcare transformation💥 Whether they are mothers or fathers, husbands or wives, sons or daughters, siblings, or other relatives, these individuals step up every day to provide unpaid care for a loved one. Today, over 110 million people in the U.S.—nearly one-third of the population—are either providing care for a family member or receiving care from a loved one. These unsung heroes dedicate their time, energy, and compassion to support aging or disabled relatives, playing a critical role in shaping the future of healthcare. At Careforth we’ve been committed to empowering caregivers at home for over 20 years, ensuring they get the support they deserve. Studies show the impact of caregiver support is undeniable, with a 21% lower probability of emergency department visits and a 46% lower probability of at least one injurious fall over the course of a year. These statistics underscore the importance of proper care and resources for family caregivers. I’m proud to have Eric Daniels our Chief Growth Officer and a key part of my leadership team, leading our efforts to expand across the country and reach as many caregivers as possible. Eric’s insights in his article, “Family caregivers are central to healthcare transformation”, published in McKnight's Home Care, highlight the profound role family caregivers play in reshaping healthcare. Together, we’re building a more sustainable healthcare model that values and uplifts these caregivers. Take a look…..