by Tracy Hulett | Aug 29, 2024 | ALC Home Health, ALC Primary Care@Home
Older adults in Illinois are at increased risk of suicide due to a number of factors, according to a new study by Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine. Fortunately, research published by Psychiatric Services indicates that in-home care can...
by Tracy Hulett | Aug 14, 2024 | ALC Hospice Care
Music therapy is a growing service in hospice care, providing comfort, relaxation, and emotional support to patients and their families. Data from practitioners suggest a number of benefits from music therapy during hospice: Improved mood and reduced anxiety Reduced...
by Tracy Hulett | May 13, 2024 | ALC Hospice Care
In the context of hospice care within a long-term care community, the expertise in pain and symptom management offered by a hospice agency holds profound significance. Residents in the final stages of life often experience a multitude of physical discomforts,...
by Tracy Hulett | May 13, 2024 | ALC Primary Care@Home
Partnering with a house call provider that boasts a team of qualified and experienced healthcare professionals is indispensable for ensuring the well-being of residents in a long-term care community. These professionals should possess specialized expertise and a...
by Tracy Hulett | May 13, 2024 | ALC Home Health
When selecting a home health agency for a long-term care community, the breadth of services offered holds paramount importance. Residents often have diverse and evolving healthcare needs, requiring a comprehensive range of services to address various aspects of their...
