Heart ‘n Home Hosts International Chalk the Walk Event
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Chalk the Walks and Make the World a Happier Place on August 15th Heart ‘n Home Hospice & Palliative Care…
What You Should Know About Edema
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What is edema? Edema is swelling or puffiness of parts of the body. Edema usually happens in the feet, ankles…
Activities for Individuals with Dementia
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Activities are great for keeping individuals with Dementia busy during times of restlessness. You may find it helpful to say,…
7 Stages of Alzheimers
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Patients suffering from Alzheimer’s will most likely go through progression of ‘the 7 stages.’ It is not uncommon for the…
Help Patients & Families Cope During the Holidays
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How You Can Help Patients & Families Cope During the Holidays Written by Carrie Hawkins, LSW, Medical Social Services Reflecting…
Assisted Living Week 2014: The Magic of Music
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Assisted Living Week 2014: The Magic of Music “One good thing about music – when it hits you, you feel…
Heart ‘n Home Hosts International Chalk the Walks Event in Bend
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(Bend, OR) Always bring your own sunshine, share a smile, yes you can, you are loved, today I am thankful. Those are just some of the uplifting messages chalked on sidewalks across at least 47 states and in six countries during the third annual Chalk the Walks in 2013.
Interesting Facts About Flag Day
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Interesting Facts About Flag Day “The flag represents all the values and the liberties Americans have and enjoy every day.”…
What Does a Nursing Assistant Do?
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“What does a nursing assistant do?” I asked 20 people on the street. Here are the most common responses: “They…
Serving Idaho and Oregon Patients and Families for 10 Years!
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Serving Idaho and Oregon Patients and Families for 10 Years! A Decade of Life-Affirming Vision and Service “Good business leaders…
Supporting Elderly Parents: What You Must Know
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Due to life expectancies increasing, many people are suddenly finding themselves the caregiver of their elderly parent. Most of us do not want to think about our parents growing older and reaching a place that they no longer are able to fully care for themselves. Yet, it is happening to hundreds of people on a daily basis.
Caregiving Through The Holidays: Get Help This Christmas
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A little Bit of Merry Ah, Christmas. The excitement, anticipation, and stress (let’s face it) build for months. What should…
Family Caregivers Month 2013 – What Caregivers Go Through
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With a record and growing number of adult children in the U.S. taking on the role of caregiver for one…
Physician Assistants – Important Member of the Medical Team
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An Important Member of the Medical Team National Physician Assistants Week, October 6-12, 2013 Physician Assistants (PAs) are vital members…
Hospice Medical Director Is A Benefit to the Bend Community
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Anita Henderson,MD – Medical Director in Bend, Oregon HOSPICE MEDICAL DIRECTOR IS A BENEFIT TO THE BEND COMMUNITY Bend resident,…
Physician Answers Frequently Asked Questions About Hospice
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Our physicians frequently hear these common asked questions about hospice and palliative care. Such as "When does hospice care begin?"...
Fascinating History & Facts About La Pine, Oregon
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I really enjoyed putting together this article all about the beautiful city of La Pine. It was as if I could actually smell the fresh scent of pine trees when I closed my eyes. It reminds me of a vacation spot where you could just sit on the side of a lake or take a hike in the mountains and get re-energized, refreshed, and renewed.
I Was Diagnosed with Lung Cancer: What’s Next?
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“You have lung cancer.” If you or someone you love has heard those words from a physician, they probably still…
10 Simple Ideas for Bringing the 4th of July to Someone in Need
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One of our most beloved national holidays, July 4th is about parades, picnics and barbecues, fairs and festivals, games, military…
12 Tips for Living with COPD
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People living with COPD face physical challenges. They may also have worries and feelings that can make life difficult. If you or a loved one is learning to live with COPD, there are steps you can take to help cope with the lifestyle changes this disease brings. Knowing about COPD and the management of the disease’s symptoms can help you feel more in control.
A Guide For Those Living with COPD: Avoiding Troublemakers
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Knowing what affects your lungs and makes your breathing worsen will help you gain control to better breathing. If you know what triggers bad breathing spells, you can eliminate some of the causes and gain control over others.
How To Identify The Signs of Elder Abuse
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It only seems logical to post this as it is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15, 2013) and our senior loved ones, friends, and neighbors safety should be top of mind. The question that many people ask is, "but how do I know the difference between a bruise or mark from 'abuse' versus 'old age - falls?"
How To Honor Your CNAs: Ceremonial Hand Washing
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Our patients’ personal care needs are very important to us. At Heart ‘n Home, our Hospice CNAs are experienced and caring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) who treat family and patients with honor and respect. Your Nurse and Hospice CNA will work as a team to make sure personal needs are always taken care of.
What Nursing Assistants (CNAs) Contribute To Patient Care
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According to JustForNursingAssistants.com, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) provide nearly 90% of the hands-on care for the sick and elderly. At…
Pain in the Cognitively Impaired
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Approximately 70 percent of patients admitted to hospice are in pain with 50 percent dealing with daily pain. One third of these patients are in excruciating pain and over half are in moderate pain. Of all the patients admitted, 50 percent had at least moderate cognitive impairment.
HEART ‘N HOME OPENS BEND OFFICE
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The Bend office will be one of the eight Heart ‘n Home locations. Other offices reside in La Pine, La Grande, Baker City (Oregon), Emmett, Caldwell, and Meridian (Idaho), with corporate headquarters in Fruitland, ID. Heart ‘n Home has served over 3,000 patients and is excited to bring the same quality of care and legendary customer service to the community.
National Volunteer Appreciation Week: April 21-27
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There are numerous simple, yet powerful ways Heart 'n Home Volunteers make a significant difference as they provide emotional, spiritual, and physical support to hospice patients and families. Every hospice volunteer experience is as individual as the person donating their time.
New Research Validates That Hospice Saves Medicare Dollars
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Research out of Mt. Sinai shows hospice patients have lower Medicare costs, reduced use of hospital services, and that hospice can improve care quality. New research published in the March issue of Health Affairs found that hospice enrollment saves money for Medicare and improves care quality for Medicare beneficiaries with a number of different lengths of services.
Most Common Symptom in Heart Failure Patients: Dyspnea
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Dyspnea is defined as a subjective sensation of difficulty breathing also described as “breathlessness.” It is one of the most frightening and distressing symptoms for hospice patients and their loved ones. Dyspnea can occur in any patient, but it is most common in patients with COPD, lung cancer, CHF, stroke, and ALS.
HOSPICE SPOTLIGHTS BAKER CITY RESIDENT
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Valerie Potter, RN, BSN, is the Executive Director for the Baker City office at Heart 'n Home Hospice & Palliative Care. Valerie joined the team in December of 2012. She graduated from nursing school in 1996 and is currently licensed in Idaho and Washington and will soon be in Oregon as well. As Executive Director, her focus will be in management and supervision of nursing service, social services, and spiritual care services. She will be involved in recruitment, hiring, and training in cooperation with the Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations.