Arizona Senior Law » Hospice

The Role of the Medical Social Worker in Long Term Care

kburns — Tue, 18 May 2010 16:44:47 +0000

Clinical Advisors for Resources and Educational Services is proud to provide a 2 day workshop addressing many topics that social workers face. It will be held on May 25th and 26th at the C.A.R.E.S office. It is also approved for 15 CEU’s by NCIA and NASW.

If you work in a profession that touches the lives of the elderly, disabled or chronically-ill, our seminar will enhance your ability to meet the needs of clients, their families and the ever-changing state and federal rules and regulations. The seminar will cover topics relating to clinical, state and federal health care regulations, compliance and the understanding of benefits.

Topics include:

¨ Role of the Social Worker
¨ MDS, RAPs and Care Planning
¨ Documentation
¨ Behavior Management/PASRR
¨ Benefits and Financial Planning
¨ Case Management/Discharge Planning
¨ Advance Directives
¨ Psychosocial Assessments

If you are interested in finding out more about this wonderful educational opportunity, please feel free to call or email the following:

Office: 602-466-3461 / 800-326-7176
Fax: 888-296-9229
Email: angelapage@clinicaladvisorsllc.com

You’re Invited! Health Fair Saturday, March 20th

ltownsend — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:30:19 +0000

JacksonWhite is proud to participate in Synergy Home Care’s 1^st Annual Northwest Valley Sunset Health Fair this Saturday, March 20^th from 9am to 1pm at Sunset Ford on the corner of 91^st Avenue and Bell Road in Peoria.

Vendors from across the spectrum of healthcare will be on hand to discuss products and services available in our community. Representatives from home health care, assisted living, hospice, insurance, and medical equipment companies are just a few of the providers who will be onsite.

Healthcare professionals will also be on hand to offer free blood pressure checks, optical screening, body fat testing, and seated massages. This event is open to the public and there is no charge for admission. Opportunities to win raffle prizes from the vendors will take place every 15 minutes.

Health fairs are a great way to explore available resources while spending time with loved ones. A casual, fun environment allows participants to obtain general information on the topics that they are most interested in. Vendors are always happy to offer follow-up contact if you would like to discuss a more personal situation with them based on your specific needs or circumstances. It is never too early to take charge of your health!

Grief Workshop

tgranado — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 21:26:38 +0000

Evercare Hospice is offering a free 6-week support workshop for those who have lost a loved one. Coping with the death of a loved one during the holiday season can be very difficult especially for the first holiday they experience without them.

The Holidays Without You
September 28^th – November 2^nd6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Foundation for Senior Living (Caregiver House)
12^th Street and Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85014

Registration or questions: please call Ellie Isaacson or Cheryl Askew at 602-749-5900

Arizona Cremation Laws

jallen — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:52:18 +0000

Individuals who want to be cremated should be aware of fairly recent changes to Arizona cremation law. The Arizona legislature passed A.R.S. §32-1365.01 to provide guidance in disputes arising from cremation. It used to be that if a mortuary cremated an individual against the wishes of a loved one, the mortuary was left open to potential legal action for causing emotional distress. This of course caused mortuaries to hesitate before proceeding with a cremation. Now, individuals wishing to be cremated can remove any uncertainty from the situation by simply executing a cremation certificate, which expresses their desire to be cremated. By executing a certificate, individuals can be certain that their final wishes are respected.

For more information on other end-of-life legal issues, visit the JacksonWhite End-of-Life Transitions Blog or the JacksonWhite Web site.

Are You Tuned In?

kburns — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:56:44 +0000

I was recently introduced to a great resource for anyone dealing with end of life issues and just planning ahead. Hospice of Arizona hosts a weekly radio show on Mondays at 3pm. Tune in to 1100AM KFNX to listen to Marsha Hall and Judy Peters as they host, “We’re There for You.” For those who think it’s just an hour about hospice services, think again. They touch on topics such as advanced directives, financial planning, as well as Elder Law/Care. They offer a relaxed environment for listeners to call in if they wish. If you decide to become a listener, you may even hear some familiar voices from the Law Firm of Jackson White!

3.0 Free CEU’s

jallen — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 21:45:11 +0000

This Thursday, September 25th from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. you have the chance to earn 3.0 FREE CEU credits while learning from five outstanding speakers. JacksonWhite will be presenting their ALTCS 101 course and Understanding the VA Benefit. Hospice of Arizona will be speaking on Alzheimer’s and Dementia and the Myths and Misconceptions Regarding the Hospice Benefit. Continental breakfast and lunch are included at the training being held at Plaza del Rio Community Center in the West Valley. You don’t want to miss out!

Feel free to contact Michelle Moore at (602) 751-7858 for more information. RSVP’s are needed to attend and can be made by calling Michelle.

We’ll see you then!

Anticipatory Grief

tgranado — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 22:36:05 +0000

Most people associate grief with death. But what do you call what you feel when you know your loved one is going to die? Anticipatory grief is a term used to describe those feelings we feel before our loved one dies. When a loved one is given a diagnosis of a chronic progressive illness such as Alzheimer’s many begin the grieving process. We are all aware of the five stages of grief. We might have learned about these stages from hospice, a counselor or social worker. It is healthy to grieve. It is just as important to us as it is to the one dying. If you feel that you need help with coping with the anticipated loss of a loved one don’t be afraid to ask for help. There are many programs such as hospice and organizations like the Alzheimer’s Association that can offer support.