Hearts for Hospice & Home Health

We had our employee Halloween party today at the office! Help us vote for your favorite costume by liking the photo of the costume you like the best. Winner will get $100 giftcard to a place of their choosing! Voting will end Sunday night. We hope you all have the best weekend celebrating with your family and friends!

While most of our staff is off today for the recognized holiday, our on call team is on stand by and ready to help ❤ We hope you have enjoyed the holiday weekend with friends and family!

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month! Hearts for Hospice and Home Health is grateful for the opportunity we have to care for patients with Alzheimer’s and Dementia and assisting their families through these diagnosis’s.

While every patient’s signs and symptoms can vary and change through out the disease process, our clinicians are trained to help every step of the way. If you or a loved one have questions about Alzheimer’s or Dementia and how home health or hospice can help, give us a call and a trained staff member will be able to assist you.

Yesterday kicked off National Nursing Assistants Week! We want to give a huge thank you to our amazing CNA's: McKenna Gilles, Britanie Church, Marie Evans, Jaden Bowles and Terrie Critchfield ❤️ We are grateful for you!

We had a great time with our sister company honoring those that have sacrificed so much for our freedoms. We are so grateful for those that have given their lives for our country, and for their families who have given so much as well ♥️🇺🇸 Happy Memorial Day!

Yesterday kicked off National Nurses Week! We appreciate all of our incredible nurses and nurses everywhere for the work that they do. Thank you, nurses!

Today is International Women's Day, a day to recognize the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It is also a day to recognize the amazing women within our organization and the pivotal roles they play each and every day.💗

International Women's Day - Hearts for Hospice and Home Health “A challenged world is an alert world. Individually, we are all responsible for our own thoughts and actions – all day, every day. We can all choose to challenge and call out gender bias and inequality. We can all choose to seek out and celebrate women’s achievements. Collec...

Today marks the start of National Social Work Month! We want to take time to recognize all the Social Workers who have dedicated their lives to helping others - especially those on the Hearts for Hospice Team!❤

You are an essential part of our Interdisciplinary Team, and we are grateful for the work you do each and every day to help our patients and families. Happy Social Work Month!

Did you know that Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) occurs when the heart is not pumping effectively? This can be both debilitating and life-threatening. CHF affects more than 5.5 million Americans, and can be managed for a better quality of life.

Join our team! Are you a RN looking for a rewarding career with a team who cares? Hearts is for you! Visit our website or contact [email protected] to learn more today!

What you don’t know about high blood pressure could hurt you. High blood pressure affects nearly half of the adult population in the United States, yet many people who have the condition don’t know they have it.

Click here to learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure/5_surprising_facts.htm

Did you know that although heart disease is sometimes thought of as a man’s disease, almost as many women as men die each year of heart disease in the United States?

Click here to read more about symptoms and how to reduce risk: https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/women.htm?fbclid=IwAR33toIAYycDWEtIoyWvka8g3wATgAeNmVQEZCWEiAaOYyb1TicSVNwZfI0

During the month of February, we will be focusing on heart health. Heart disease can happen at any age, so now is the perfect time to learn about your risk and the steps you need to take now to help your heart.

Approaching patients or family members about hospice can be challenging - especially if they have specific questions. This hospice checklist can help guide providers on when they should consider a patient for hospice.

Hospice Eligibility Checklist For Emergency Department Staff - Hearts for Hospice and Home Health By Joelle Y. Jean, FNP Due to its busy nature, providers in the Emergency Room (ER) may not immediately identify patients for hospice care. Approaching patients or family members about hospice can also be challenging-especially if they have specific questions. This hospice checklist can help guide p...

Wishing you happiness, hope & peace this Christmas from all of us at Hearts for Hospice & Home Health!❤️🎄

It's the week of Christmas, and we want you to know we are here for you and your loved ones. What matters to you, matters to us... always!❤

American Fork Hospice: +1 (801) 772-0243
American Fork Home Health: +1 (801) 763-9746
Ogden Hospice: +1 (801) 475-6222

Regardless of how you choose to celebrate or not celebrate the holidays, these steps can help you feel more prepared to handle your grief this holiday season.❤

Grief During the Holidays - Hearts for Hospice and Home Health Grief. It’s a small word with a big effect. At worst it is crippling. At best it is nagging. And holidays seem to magnify the heartache that follows grief, regardless of when the loss took place. For some, pushing through the holidays and honoring time old traditions can be the perfect way to memo...

Doctors are beginning to call for earlier hospice referrals for patients with COPD. If accessed at the right time, hospice care can better manage symptoms, prevent unnecessary hospitalizations, and better quality of life.

COPD Patients: Doctors Call For Earlier Hospice Referrals - Hearts for Hospice and Home Health By: Wilma Peterson, RN According to the American Lung Association, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death in the United States. Living with the distress and panic caused by difficulty in breathing with COPD can induce stress for both the patient and the fami...

Home should be more than a holiday wish.❤

Caring for a loved one facing a terminal illness can be demanding, but it can also be incredibly fulfilling. Hearts for Hospice can partner with you or your loved one’s facility to ensure everyone – patient and family alike – is supported and cared for this holiday season.

Hospice: Keeping Loved Ones Home for the Holidays - Hearts for Hospice and Home Health The holidays can be a challenging and bittersweet time for those with a seriously-ill loved one. Electing the hospice benefit may seem like one more item on your to do list, but hospice can ease the burdens of facing a life-limiting illness. If a loved one has unmanageable symptoms, they could end u...

Wishing your family a safe and cheerful Thanksgiving!❤️

Hospice is a calling.❤️ We are so thankful for all the amazing souls that have accepted this calling.

We partner with local with local VA agencies and programs to raise awareness about the benefit of hospice services for Veterans. As a Veteran, expenses for hospice-related services are covered in full.

The Hospice Benefit for Veterans - Hearts for Hospice and Home Health Care at no cost to Veterans and their families. Hearts for Hospice collaborates with local VA agencies and programs to raise awareness about the benefit of hospice services for Veterans. As a Veteran, expenses for hospice-related services or enrolled veterans are covered in full. We Honor Veterans P...

Yesterday, today, tomorrow, and forever we will be thankful for all of your hardships, bravery, and sacrifices so that we may live free.🇺🇸

November is National Hospice & Palliative Care Month. While the world is very different this year, the care and compassion provided by hospices around the world remains the same.❤️

Throughout the month, we will be sharing information, articles, videos and photos, as we unite with hospices across the nation to raise awareness!

This week we celebrate the interdisciplinary team members who offer spiritual support and guidance to our patients, families and team. We are so grateful to work with such caring and dedicated souls. Thank you for all you do to care for those around you every day!❤️🙏

In October, and every day, we support the fighters, admire the survivors & honor those taken by breast cancer.💖🎀

This week we're celebrating and all our case managers do for this team!💜 We'd like to thank you for your constant hard work and passion - it does not go unnoticed!

It's more important than ever to do all we can to protect the ones we love.

Most flu-related hospitalizations and deaths happen in those 65 and older. Getting your flu vaccine can help protect you, your loved ones, and our community. The CDC recommends September and October as the best time to get vaccinated.

For more information, visit the CDC flu page: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/index.htm

Many patients receiving home healthcare services have chronic medical conditions and comorbidities that put them at risk for infection, including COVID-19 and sepsis. Our sepsis program promotes quality of care and improves outcomes for those at risk for developing or recovering from sepsis.

Sepsis Awareness Month: Why Our Program Actually Works - Hearts for Hospice and Home Health By: Portia Wofford Home health clinicians play an essential role in caring for patients who are: At risk of developing sepsis Recovering from sepsis or septic shock Home health providers are vital in preventing hospital admissions and readmission among sepsis patients. According to the CDC, sepsis i...

Today is . Until there is a cure - education, advocacy and support are so important to those living with Alzheimer’s and their loved ones. We are proud to serve our patients, families and community as we continue the fight to .

If you have questions about how Hearts for Hospice & Home Health can support you or your loved ones living with dementia, please call or visit us, https://heartsforhospiceandhomehealth.com/.

During Healthy Aging Month, we focus on celebrating the many positive aspects of aging. Here are some tips to incorporate in your daily routine that can lead to a healthier lifestyle, allowing you to live your life to the fullest.

1. Exercise - get moving on a daily basis!
2. Socialize - stay in touch and find safe ways to connect to friends & loved ones!
3. Keep balanced - try yoga to reduce stress and improve your balance!
4. Rest - make sure you are getting good quality rest each night!

Read more here: https://healthyaging.net/healthy-aging-month/september-is-healthy-aging-month/

As we celebrate National Assisted Living Week, we encourage you to reach out to both residents and staff members with acts of kindness, reminding them of your support and love during these times.❤️

Continue reading here: https://heartsforhospiceandhomehealth.com/supporting-assisted-living-facilities-during-covid-19/

Supporting Assisted Living Facilities During COVID-19 - Hearts for Hospice and Home Health Happy National Assisted Living Week! As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to change our daily lives, assisted living facilities continue to take the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of their residents and employees. While keeping your loved ones safe might mean you cannot connect in person,....

It’s National Assisted Living Week, and we want to recognize the wonderful AL’s we work with throughout Utah!❤️

Your dedication, compassion and care for the residents you serve is always evident, but has shined even brighter during this time. This week, we celebrate YOU!

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The care and support services that hospice provides can be of great benefit to people in the final stages of Alzheimer’s and other dementias and their families. Our team offers expertise that can help families understand what to expect in the final stages of Alzheimer’s and medical care to alleviate symptoms and pain.

September is Month‼️

Sepsis is a medical emergency and its symptoms must be treated rapidly to reduce the risk of death. As many as 80% of sepsis deaths could be prevented with early detection and treatment.

We strongly encourage everyone to take the time to learn the signs of sepsis. You could save a life.

Learn more at www.SepsisAwarenessMonth.org.

When a cancer patient reaches the end stages of treatment, hospice can offer critical services to help ensure they are cared for, supported and surrounded by the people and things they love.

Physicians, scientists, and researchers are still learning about COVID-19 and its effects on the body. As they study the impact coronavirus has on different illnesses and disease processes, diabetes is getting attention.

How COVID-19 Affects Diabetes - Hearts for Hospice and Home Health By: Portia Wofford Physicians, scientists, and researchers are still learning about COVID-19 and its effects on the body. As they study the impact coronavirus has on different illnesses and disease processes, diabetes is getting attention. The CDC notes that having Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes increase...

Right now, more than ever, people around the globe are reflecting on their life values, what kind of treatment they would want in the event of a medical crisis and who they would want to speak for them if a time came where they could not speak for themselves.

Thoughtful Ice Breakers That Lead to Meaningful Conversations - The Conversation Project Right now, more than ever, people around the globe are reflecting on their life values, what kind of treatment they would want in the event of a medical crisis and who they would want to... more »

For many people, the decision to receive hospice care is made following the diagnosis of a life-limiting illness. Even so, some families still question this decision. Here are some common Hospice qualifiers to help determine when it might be time to elect the hospice benefit.