Planning for future health care decisions is essential, especially as we age. National Health Care Decisions Day on April 16 serves as an important reminder to ensure our medical wishes are clearly documented. Legal documents like advance directives and living wills help safeguard personal choices, ensuring they are respected even when we can no longer… Continue reading Understanding an Advance Directive vs. Living Will
Topic: Education
Tips for Medication Management for Seniors
Effective medication management is crucial for seniors to stay healthy and avoid complications. Older adults frequently encounter challenges such as juggling multiple prescriptions, memory lapses, and understanding potential drug interactions.This guide offers practical tips to simplify and enhance medication management for seniors while highlighting the importance of working with health care professionals and involving family… Continue reading Tips for Medication Management for Seniors
How Much Sleep Do Seniors Need?
Sleep is a cornerstone of good health, affecting nearly every aspect of our physical and mental well-being. Quality rest allows the body to repair itself, boosts immunity, and supports cognitive functions like memory and decision-making. However, sleep patterns evolve as we age, making it crucial for older adults to understand their unique sleep requirements. In… Continue reading How Much Sleep Do Seniors Need?
HiSET and TEAS – Upcoming Class Schedule!
Are you preparing for nursing school admission? Do you want a high school equivalency diploma? These classes may be perfect for you! Please contact Sue Strandberg, Director of Mission Integration and Workforce Development for details and to register. Advance registration is required and seating is limited for this free class! Sue Strandberg sstrandberg@notredamehealthcare.org
Industry Collaboration, Perinatal Palliative Care
June Ganley, MSW and Jessica Connolly from Notre Dame Health Care’s At Home Division recently presented at the National Hospice and Palliative Care Federation of Massachusetts Conference sharing their insights on Perinatal Palliative Care. Their presentation, An Interdisciplinary Approach to Perinatal Palliative Care and Bereavement provided helpful information to industry colleagues. We love working collaboratively… Continue reading Industry Collaboration, Perinatal Palliative Care
Palliative Care & Hospice – A Podcast
Check out our latest podcast with Hank Stolz at Radio Worcester! Patricia Thibeault connects to share information on what you need to know about palliative care and hospice services. Listen here. Please contact Patty to learn more!(508) 852-5505 orpthibeault@notredamehealthcare.org
Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cover Assisted Living?
Getting older often means needing a bit more help, and fortunately, plenty of caring, compassionate resources are available to assist. One notable resource is available at Notre Dame du Lac Assisted Living Residence: Assisted Living. As seniors begin to plan for their future, they may need some assistance covering the monthly rate for Assisted Living.… Continue reading Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cover Assisted Living?
Importance of Continuing Education in Healthcare
Notre Dame Health Care and the Legacy of Educating for Life. Healthcare Professionals and Continuing Education. When we think of our healthcare professionals, such as doctors and nurses, we expect that they have undergone rigorous training to qualify them in providing the best care possible for our patients, residents and loved ones. We would be… Continue reading Importance of Continuing Education in Healthcare
Choosing the Right Community for Your Loved One
Sometimes the best next step is placement in an eldercare community. There are so many facilities to choose from, it can be hard to figure out where to start. While eldercare communities can provide necessary assistance for activities such as housekeeping, meals, rehabilitation services, and skilled nursing care, there are many factors to consider when… Continue reading Choosing the Right Community for Your Loved One