Rob McConnell Interviews - JEAN KEEGAN-DALY - Holistic and Hospice Nurse What does it truly mean to care for someone at the end of life—and how can that journey be approached with compassion, dignity, and holistic understanding? In this deeply moving episode, Jean Keegan-Daly shares her experiences as a holistic and hospice nurse, offering a rare and heartfelt perspective on one of life’s most profound transitions. Drawing from years of caring for patients and supporting families, Jean discusses how holistic care goes beyond physical treatment—addressing emotional, spiritual, and psychological needs during the final stages of life. She explores how presence, empathy, and connection can bring comfort not only to those who are passing, but also to the loved ones who walk alongside them. This episode opens a gentle and honest conversation about death, often considered one of life’s most difficult subjects. What happens emotionally and spiritually as someone approaches the end of life? How can we better support those in hospice care? And how can understanding this process help us live more fully and compassionately in the present? Join us for a powerful and deeply human discussion that honors life, embraces the reality of its natural conclusion, and reminds us of the importance of care, connection, and dignity at every stage of the journey.

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🌸 Exciting News! 🌸

We’re thrilled to welcome Lily Hospice to the Aging Well West expo lineup!

Join us on Thursday, May 28, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Grace Church, 30623 Plank Rd., Burlington, for this premier senior… http://dlvr.it/TRy76L #AgingWellWest #RacineCountyCare #SeniorCare #HospiceCare

We’re honored to welcome Lily Hospice, part of Lily Healthcare, to Aging Well East!

Join us May 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Fountain Banquet Hall for this impactful senior and caregiving expo, hosted by Racine County Eye… http://dlvr.it/TRy40F #AgingWell #SturtevantWI #HospiceCare #SeniorResources

We’re honored to welcome Agrace Hospice to Aging Well East!

Join us May 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Fountain Banquet Hall for this meaningful senior and caregiving expo.

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✨After someone dies, there are quiet moments most people never see.
✨Death care is sacred work.
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Hear Dr. Paul Howard, Palliative Care Formulary Editor in Chief, discuss recent “hot topics” and related PCF monograph changes, today 12:00-13:00 in the Concert Hall.
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📸: (Left to Right) El Siglo XXI’s Hector G., Dr. Elizabeth F., Cecilia B. and our own Dolores R., Dr. Mohammed B. and Dannick B.

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Hospice Admissions Surge, Medicare Targets Fraud Hospice admissions rose substantially; CMS announced March 2026 enforcement and plans to decertify dozens of providers, raising revenue and compliance risks for investors.

Hospice Admissions Surge, Medicare Targets Fraud: Hospice admissions rose substantially; CMS announced March 2026 enforcement and plans to decertify dozens of providers, raising revenue and compliance risks for… 👈 Read full analysis #HospiceCare #Medicare #HealthcareFraud #CMS #PatientSafety

Frontline Honors Award Winner: Amy Shen, On-Call Registered Nurse (RN), MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care Amy Shen, On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) at MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care, has been named to the Frontline Honors Awards Class of 2025 by Hospice News.

READ what Amy, an on‑call nurse who works the night shift at MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care, shared in her Q&A with Jessica Longly ➡️ bit.ly/40O2W7L

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A Fabulous Photo That Tells A Story

“In the heart of the workshop, the smell of leather tells the story of Uncle Ahmed."

A photo from Hospice Egypt that speaks to dignity, and legacy.

See more 👉🏻 l.iahpc.org/fbu?b

#PalliativeCare #EndOfLifeCare #HospiceCare #PatientCare

Opinion | The Hidden Burdens of Hospice Care

GIFT article @nytimes.com thoughtful letters re #HospiceCare www.nytimes.com/2026/03/21/o...

🎥 John Shapiro, our generous donor who started the Charitable Care Fund, receives the Philanthropic Leadership Award for being a long-standing champion of hospice care.

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‘Too many patients’ receiving palliative care in hospitals instead of hospices Too many patients are spending their last days in hospital amid financial pressures, a parliamentary committee has warned.

Too many patients are spending their last days in hospitals rather than at home or in hospice care amid financial pressures that are forcing hospices to reduce services and make staffing cuts, a parliamentary committee has warned.

#Hospices #HospiceCare #PalliativeCare #Nursing

Demystifying the end: Hospice care impact on the Black community When people hear “hospice,” they often think it’s the end of hope, of options, of life itself.  But for the caregivers and advocates, it’s really the beginning of something else. That is peace, dignity and the chance to say goodbye on your terms. Yet, despite its critical role in the healthcare continuum, hospice care remains […]

'Demystifying the end: Hospice care impact on the Black community'

🖋 Laura Onyeneho | Houston Defender
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Fiona and Helen's fundraiser for Hospiscare Help Fiona Cathcart Helen Tailyour raise money to support Hospiscare

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If you've got a campaign you'd like me and my team to spotlight, please do get in touch with my office!

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This #InternationalWomensDay, IAHPC reaffirms our vision of a world free from serious health-related suffering by supporting family, community & professional caregivers—most of whom are women and girls.
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🌙 Reflections
For many families, this hour is quiet — but not always easy.
To the families sitting bedside tonight, and the caregivers offering calm in the stillness — you’re not alone. 💙
We walk with you, day and night.
#HospiceCare #EndOfLifeCare #CompassionAtEveryHour #YouAreNotAlone #Medsky #oc

Florida man with terminal illness faces losing hospice care | Torres A Florida man with a terminal illness faces losing vital hospice care due to an administrative error, leaving his family in crisis.

A Florida man with a terminal illness may lose vital hospice care after Medicaid system errors, highlighting how administrative mistakes can upend end‑of‑life services for vulnerable patients.
🔗 https://ow.ly/o6NH50Yn6gj

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Since Tanner Hospice Care is part of a health system, we can coordinate your care seamlessly with your physicians, specialists, case managers and more for a more connected experience.

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I will be speaking at the 25th Annual, Mary O'Connor Palliative & Hospice Care Conference

This year's theme is 'Palliative Care Through the Lens of Time'.

📅 Save the date: 7th May 2026

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Why do you think #PrivateEquity is buying up so many #HospiceCare facilities? They are taking them over, cutting staffing, equipment, costs & letting people die in filth, pain . If we viewed #Death differently things could be different.

Hospice says home care for children is at risk without legacy giving As demand for palliative care continues to rise, hospices face growing financial pressures

Can legacy giving secure vital home care for children like Fenn with serious conditions? Let's discuss the future of such support! #HospiceCare

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Class of 2025 - Frontline Honors

LEARN more about the Frontline Leaders awards and the other incredible honorees ➡️ bit.ly/3OtIExm

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Level up your hospice & palliative care expertise with AAHPM Learn — your go‑to hub for high‑quality CME/MOC and self‑paced education.

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Palliative Care I - One of two illustrations for the Alberta Cancer foundation’s LEAP magazine about redefining palliative care (2020)

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Midwife for Souls by Kathy Kalina, Paperback | Pangobooks Save 70% or more on Midwife for Souls by Kathy Kalina buying from fellow readers on Pango. Explore new and used inventory or list your own books today!

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Evaluation of Hospice@Home for Home-Based Palliative Care: Development and #usability Pilot Study Background: The demand for palliative care is rising due to population aging and increased chronic illness. However, access to timely palliative care remains limited, particularly for patients receiving home-based hospice care in rural areas. Digital health technologies present an opportunity to enhance care delivery and communication at home. Objective: This pilot study aimed to 1) develop the Hospice@Home system, a digital in-home hospice care solution, 2) assess its #usability and #feasibility among terminal #Cancer patients and their caregivers, and 3) identify challenges for future implementation. Methods: Hospice@Home was developed following the human-centered, evidence-driven Adaptive Health Experience and Application Design approach. After the prototype was developed, alpha testing was conducted with two simulated patients to assess system functionality and identify technical issues. #usability was measured through structured observation and task completion success during these sessions. #feasibility was evaluated during a 3-week beta test involving five terminal #Cancer patient–caregiver dyads, recruited through a home hospice agency. Challenges were identified through user feedback, field notes, and technical logs collected throughout the testing period. Results: Hospice@Home is a web application optimized for Android devices. It integrates wearable biosignal data—blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, sleep patterns, and oxygen saturation—measured via the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6. It also allows self-reporting of body temperature, pain levels, bowel movements, and the severity of symptoms tailored to individual patients. Medication compliance, including scheduled and PRN (pro re nata) analgesics, was recorded in a smart medication box and automatically transmitted to Hospice@Home. Over three weeks, five patients (aged 53–93) with terminal #Cancer and their caregivers (aged 38–63) explored the system. Both patients and caregivers appreciated the consolidated symptom reporting and real-time data sharing, noting that the system helped them feel more reassured and connected to clinical support. #usability was assessed via satisfaction ratings, averaging 3.3 (SD 0.5) for patients and 4.0 (SD 0.7) for caregivers (5-point scale). #feasibility was evaluated through task compliance; dyads completed ≥13 of 18 tasks during stable periods. No major technical issues were reported. Challenges to consistent system use included patient fatigue, cognitive impairments that posed occasional challenges to interacting with the app, even with its intuitive interface and a general preference among patients and caregivers for phone calls rather than using the in-app communication feature. Conclusions: Hospice@Home was perceived as user-friendly, with an intuitive and easy-to-navigate interface, though some users faced challenges depending on their health status. The system was expected to provide meaningful support for home-based palliative care for both patients and caregivers. While early findings suggest its potential to improve palliative care delivery and communication, continuous refinement and iterative #usability testing are needed to address engagement barriers and enhance the systems’s effectiveness.

JMIR Formative Res: Evaluation of Hospice@Home for Home-Based Palliative Care: Development and #usability Pilot Study #PalliativeCare #HospiceCare #HomeCare #DigitalHealth #CancerCare

Old fashioned black text on a lime green background reads: This German abbess was something of a Renaissance woman—except she lived centuries before the Renaissance. The Columbarium. deadparentswhatnow.com/newsletter

In tomorrow's edition of The Columbarium, an investigation: Did St. Hildegard von Bingen invent hospice care over a millennium ago? Sign up to find out: deadparentswhatnow.com/newsletter

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