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It's #nationalhealthcaredecisionsday. Have you completed your just-in-case healthcare plan yet? Here's a good place to start, from National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI)

Empowering family members through education, active involvement in one’s care, and facilitating their access to support are core components of the Family Program at Futures Recovery Healthcare. Expand your bookshelf with these valuable recommendations to help both your own and your loved ones' journey towards recovery. #FamilyProgram

📹Our September video insights talks about hospice referrals. A common misconception is that only doctors can initiate hospice care. In fact, anyone—family members, friends, or even the patient—can start the process and explore hospice care options. Visit our blog page to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gqrF65C5

🌟 My Vision for the Future 🌟 I envision a world where healthcare is not just a service, but a deeply personalized and compassionate experience for every individual. A world where home-based care is the norm, providing convenience and comfort to those in need at the right time and in their home of choice. In this future, healthcare is accessible to all, regardless of their circumstances. It's a world where empathy and understanding guide every interaction, where patients feel valued and supported on their journey to wellness. It's a future where healthcare providers are not just caregivers but companions on the path to healing. In my vision for the future of healthcare, I see a world where quality hospice care is an integral part of the care journey, providing comfort, dignity, and support to individuals and their families during life's most challenging moments. From birth to death, every person receives compassionate and personalized care that honors their unique journey. 🌺💙 I believe in a future where hospice care is not just about medical treatment but about creating a peaceful and loving environment for patients and their loved ones. It's a world where every individual's end-of-life wishes are respected, and where support is provided every step of the way. Join me in shaping this vision of compassionate care across the lifespan! Together, we can build a healthcare system that values every stage of life and provides comfort and solace in times of need. Let's ensure that from the first breath to the last, every person receives the care and respect they deserve. Together, we can create a world where quality care is a right, not a privilege. Together, we can create a world where healthcare is truly transformative. Let's build a future where kindness, innovation, and community come together to transform lives and make a lasting impact. 🌍💫 Like, share, and spread the word to help turn this vision into reality. Together, we can make a difference and shape a brighter future for healthcare. #changeyourworld #onepersonatatime 💪💙 #FutureOfHealthcare #CompassionateCare #AccessForAll #JoinTheMovement #ShapeTheFuture

This Healthcare Decisions Day, we're highlighting the importance of recognizing Hospice as a viable choice. Start those vital end-of-life conversations with your loved ones now. Early planning ensures their wishes are respected and their journey is filled with support. 💚🕊 #threeoakshospice #HealthcareDecisionsDay #HospiceAwareness

Advance directives are an essential part of end-of-life planning, ensuring that your healthcare choices are respected when it matters most. Here’s why creating advance directives is so important: • Clarity: Remove any uncertainty by clearly stating your healthcare preferences. • Control: Retain control over critical decisions, even if you’re unable to communicate. • Peace of Mind: Provide your loved ones with confidence and guidance in honoring your wishes. At Amedicus Hospice, we help families navigate these decisions with care and compassion. Planning ahead brings comfort to everyone involved. Learn how we can guide you through this process at www.amedicushospice.org or contact us at (469) 389-1028. #AdvanceDirectives #EndOfLifePlanning #HospiceCare #CompassionAndCare

Yesterday, we had the privilege of being part of the Dying to Know Day Event at the Geelong Library, hosted by Barwon Health. Our very own Jo Betz (Spiritual Care) joined a panel of healthcare practitioners for a meaningful Q&A session with attendees. The audience’s insightful questions left Jo with three key takeaways: 1. Demystifying Palliative Care: It’s essential to understand that palliative care is about living as well as possible. It focuses on improving the quality of life for those with life-limiting illnesses and their families. While it includes end-of-life care, it’s not solely about that. 2. Advance Care Planning: Having these conversations can significantly ease the emotional burden on loved ones by providing clear guidance on your wishes, values, and healthcare desires. Though these discussions may be challenging, they’re crucial if there ever comes a time when you cannot express your own wishes. 3. Choosing Your Medical Treatment Decision Maker: It’s important to select someone who is resilient, dependable, and aligned with your beliefs and values. Consider their communication skills and advocacy abilities before making this vital choice. We’re grateful for the opportunity to engage with the community and discuss these important topics. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the conversation! 📷 Barwon Health

This Healthcare Decisions Day, let's shine a light on the crucial importance of embracing Hospice care as a meaningful choice! In life's journey, discussing end-of-life care with our loved ones might feel daunting, but it's an essential conversation that deserves our attention and care. By starting these conversations early, we honor the wishes of those we hold dear and ensure their journey is surrounded by comfort and support every step of the way. Choosing Hospice isn't just about medical care; it's about ensuring dignity, comfort, and respect for individuals facing terminal illness. It's about empowering individuals to make decisions that align with their values and desires. Let's use this day to initiate those vital discussions, fostering an environment where openness and understanding prevail. Together, let's pave the way for compassionate end-of-life care and meaningful experiences for our loved ones. 💚 #HealthcareDecisionsDay #HospiceCare #EndOfLifeConversations #CompassionateCare #SupportiveJourney

As we celebrate the start of our 10th year in business, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our clients. Your unwavering trust in us to support and guide your healthcare operations, quality, and governance has been instrumental in our journey to help you provide the best healthcare possible. We started govENHANCE in 2015, so at the start of our 10th year, we decided to add up how many clients we had worked with. It turns out it's a staggering (to us at least) 83. Our commitment to our projects is unwavering, often lasting for long periods. The longest project, which involved registering a hospital and leading quality and governance through to its first Care Quality Commission inspection, took seven years from start to finish. One of the most gratifying parts of our work is when a client recommends us to another client. In the last year, we had the great honour of having a client whom another client initially recommended recommend us to another organisation. Healthcare is constantly evolving, and never more so than now. Providers must continually review what they do and how they do it to ensure that change happens safely, protecting patients and staff. At govENHANCE, we understand this and are committed to helping our clients navigate these changes confidently, ensuring their operations remain effective and patient-focused. At govENHANCE, we bring a unique blend of expertise from supporting a diverse range of healthcare providers, including the public and private sector, primary and secondary care, community provision, and almost everything in between. Our comprehensive approach sets us apart and ensures we can meet the unique needs of each client. As we embark on our 10th year, we are as active and committed as ever. We want to reassure both our new and returning clients that we are always here for you, ready to assist and support your healthcare journey. So, if you provide healthcare and want to improve, or if you want to provide healthcare and need help starting, get in touch. marcus.ineson@govenhance.org NHS NHS Improvement #patientsafety #patientexperience #healthcarequality

Our Healthcare Heroes now navigate a maze of challenges: overwhelming administrative tasks, ever-changing regulations, and financial strains that pull focus from patient care. Many are experiencing unprecedented levels of stress and exhaustion. The joy of healing is being overshadowed by paperwork and politics; however, the heart of healthcare remains intact.   In the past year, we’ve lost several family members. During these painful times, it wasn't just the medical care we received that made a difference – it was the compassion shown by our healthcare providers. The hugs, the handholding, the middle-of-the-night calls, the unwavering support – these acts of kindness were beyond what words can express.   These personal touches, this depth of care, are what's at stake when our healthcare system pushes its workers to the brink. We must find ways to alleviate the burdens on our medical professionals so they can continue to provide not just treatment, but holistic, compassionate care that truly heals. Please take a moment to read Elizabeth Schumacher, JD article https://lnkd.in/g_-StNia Together through associations and community involvement, we can better support our Healthcare Heroes.  Affinity Strategies #MedicalCommunity #HealthcareProviders #BurnoutAwareness #Associations #AssociationAccelerator