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As human beings, we tend to avoid the topic of death as much as possible. It’s a sensitive and uncomfortable subject that we would rather not think about. However, when it comes to the end-of-life care for our loved ones, it’s essential to have the conversation and make informed decisions. Hospice care is an option […]

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We would like to wish a happy Nurses Week to the nurses who serve our patients and communities daily. Nurses Week 2023 begins Saturday, May 6 through the Friday, May 12, and Addus COO & President Brad Bickham would like to share a special message to begin this year’s celebration. We want to thank the […]

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Caring for an elderly loved one can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience, but it can also come with its own set of challenges. With increasing needs, it can be difficult to be prepared for emergencies, but also ensure that a dependent loved one has what they need to not just survive but thrive. Here […]

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March is Social Work Month and highlights the achievements our social workers accomplish to help others improve their lives and overcome the challenges they face. This year’s Social Work Month theme is “Social Work Breaks Barriers.” There are few vocations better positioned to break barriers and unite people than social workers. The roughly 715,000 social […]

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National Caregiver Day is set aside to celebrate our caregivers, both employees and volunteers, across the nation. These unsung heroes serve the most vulnerable in our society with patience and compassion. Whether it is through illness, aging, or end-of-life, the care they provide reminds us that dignity, love, and care are fundamental rights that belong […]

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As we begin 2023, many are wanting to make changes to their lifestyle for their physical, mental, or emotional health. A new year is always a great time to reevaluate the past and make changes to help the new year a better one. Here are 5 great changes you can make to your lifestyle to […]

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“Remember, there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.” For many, the holidays are a time to celebrate with family and friends during joyous gatherings. However, many seniors and at-risk individuals find themselves with few, if any, family or friends with whom to share […]

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Elderly loved ones and those who care for them face many challenges, but home hazards don’t have to be among them. Creating a safe home environment can prevent accidents and emotional stress, often by making simple changes and checks. For patients and caregivers who also welcome clinicians in their homes for services like home care, home […]

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In my life, my siblings and my great aunt had the greatest influence on my choice of career as a nurse. Being the oldest of six siblings, I learned early in life how to love and care for people. My motto has always been to treat other people in the way that I would like […]

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I chose the nursing profession because of a rather traumatic experience that happened in my family during my childhood. In December 1985, at just 16 years old, I was diagnosed with (Diabetes Mellitus Type 1) Juvenile Onset Diabetes. I would be one of two of my parents’ children that would be diagnosed with the same […]

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