Disease Management Tag
Tag: Disease Management
Jan
31
2017
#ChoosePT as an Alternative to Treat Chronic Pain
By Gina Epifano, PT, Director of Rehabilitation, Visiting Nurse
Chronic pain and the use of opioids for chronic pain management have been making headlines in recent months. Statistics show that opioid prescriptions have quadrupled since 1999, with 259 million opioid prescriptions written in 2012. That’s enough for every adult in the United States to have a bottle of pills! Overuse of opioids can lead to overdose, addiction, depression and withdrawal symptoms.
Nov
21
2016
Why Palliative Care isn’t just for Hospice Patients
When facing a serious illness, treatment options can be confusing. Some patients pursue aggressive treatment, while others choose to forego curative treatment and enter hospice care. However, there is another option called palliative care. Palliative care is often confused with hospice care, but it is not just for hospice patients. Many patients find palliative care a life-affirming, supportive option for dealing with their serious illness.
Nov
14
2016
Giving the Gift of Games Could Change Risk of Alzheimer’s
Games are common in checklists of gifts for Alzheimer's patients, because they provide mental stimulation and pleasant interaction for patients and their families and other caregivers.
A July 2016 report concerning reinterpretation of data from a 10-year study related to warding off Alzheimer's is creating a stir about cutting risk of the disease through computer brain games.
Registered nurses who aid Alzheimer's patients know all too well the impacts the disease has on patients' families. One concern that often arises is vulnerability of other family members to the disease and what they can do to avoid it.
Many members of Alzheimer's families are interested in whether brain training through computer games may be beneficial.
Nov
10
2016
New Information Emerges About Alzheimer’s in its Early Stage
Approximately 5.3 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. One in nine people over 65 suffer from this devastating illness. Researchers are keen to learn more about the factors that may improve early detection of the disease as well as characteristics that may place someone at greater risk. Now, new information is emerging about subtle changes that may be early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
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Please join us in congratulating our Employee of the Month! Briana, your commitment to serving others with compassion and excellence helps make our mission come to life each day. Thank you for all you do!
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Happy Father`s Day!
Today, we honor and celebrate all fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, father figures who have helped guide, support us.
We remember those fathers who are no longer with us but whose memories and inspiration continue to live on in the hearts of their families and loved ones.
Wishing peace, gratitude, and cherished moments to all who are celebrating today.
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Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day? Join the Visiting Nurse Health System team and help us deliver compassionate care to patients and families throughout our community!
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Happy Juneteenth!
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Happy CNA Appreciation Week from Visiting Nurse Health System and Hospice Atlanta!
This week, we celebrate the compassionate Certified Nursing Assistants who are the heart and soul of our organization. Every day, our CNAs bring comfort, dignity, companionship, and exceptional care to our patients and families throughout our community.
Their kindness, dedication, and commitment make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve, in vulnerable times in their lives. Thank you to our incredible CNAs for the care you provide and the lives you touch each day. We are grateful for all you do!
#CNAWeek #ThankYouCNAs #HealthcareHeroes #HomeCare #HospiceCare #VisitingNurseHealthSystem #HospiceAtlanta #CompassionInAction
We`re proud to have had our Chief Innovation Officer, Jacqueline Ralph-Blair, represent Visiting Nurse Health System at Home Care 100, one of the nation`s premier gatherings of home-based care leaders.
Alongside Jason Growe, Jacqueline spoke on People Power: Unleashing Your Innovation Heroes, sharing how organizations can drive innovation and growth by investing in their people, fostering engagement, and aligning culture with purpose.
At Visiting Nurse, we know our greatest strength is our team. Empowering employees to lead, innovate, and deliver exceptional care is at the heart of our mission and our future.
Thank you, Jacqueline, for representing our organization and helping advance the conversation on the future of home-based care.
#HomeCare100 #VisitingNurseHealthSystem #HealthcareInnovation #HomeHealth #Leadership #EmployeeEngagement #FutureOfCare #homebasedcare #strategy #innovation #leadership
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Join us for our VIRTUAL clinical hiring event on June 24th 10AM - 3PM to learn more about the available roles with Visiting Nurse Health System! Please go to our Indeed event page or copy this event page link into your browser. https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=641a3fe79077d14c. For questions about the event or the roles, please reach out to css@vnhs.org.
Hospice Atlanta cares. We are here when you need us.
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Communication is more than words...it`s connection, dignity, and quality of life. This Speech-Language Pathology Month, we celebrate our dedicated speech pathologists who bring expert care directly into the homes of our patients.
Thank you for helping individuals regain their communication abilities, confidence, and independence every day. 💙
#SpeechLanguagePathologyMonth #SpeechPathologist #HomeHealthCare #CareAtHome #PatientCare #Rehabilitation #Homehealth #VisitingNurseHealthSystem
Congratulations to Tyonia, our Employee of the Month! 🎉
Her compassion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to client-centered care make a meaningful difference every day. Thank You!
#EmployeeOfTheMonth #MissionDriven #VisitingNurseHealthSystem
Congratulations to Tyonia, our Employee of the Month! 🎉
Her compassion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to client-centered care make a meaningful difference every day. Thank You!
#EmployeeOfTheMonth #MissionDriven #VisitingNurseHealthSystem
