by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | Jul 2, 2021 | Hospice Care, News, Palliative Care
Although fireworks are a sign of celebration and a familiar sight during the summer months — Memorial Day through July Fourth, what you may not realize is that fireworks can alarm your loved ones with dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease. This Fireworks Safety Month, we...
by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | Jun 20, 2021 | Hospice Care, News, Palliative Care, Veteran Care
National PTSD Awareness Day is commemorated every June 27th. PTSD stands for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. PTSD occurs in people of all ethnicities, nationalities, cultures, ages, and occupations. It affects about 3.5 percent of American adults each year,...
by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | Jun 14, 2021 | Hospice Care, News, Palliative Care
National Nursing Assistant Week is June 17-24, 2021. We wanted to take some time to recognize the invaluable role nursing assistants play in delivering the best end-of-life care possible. National Nursing Assistant Week is a great time not only to show appreciation...
by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | May 7, 2021 | Hospice Care, News, Palliative Care
May 9-15 is National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW)— formerly known as National Nursing Home Week. This week is a particular time to recognize the residents of skilled nursing facilities, their family members, and the staff who care for them around-the-clock. It is...
by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | May 6, 2021 | Hospice Care, News, Palliative Care
Every year, National Nurses Week starts on May 6th and ends on May 12th—Florence Nightingale’s birthday. These permanent dates are intended to enhance planning while also positioning National Nurses Week as an established event. This year, we wanted to...
by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | May 3, 2021 | News, Palliative Care
People who have been diagnosed with cancer, heart disease, AIDS, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and a number of other serious illnesses are eligible for palliative care. The primary goal of palliative care is to facilitate...
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