Butterfly Moments: Inspiration & Guidance from AseraCare Hospice 12/17/24 Edition

Supporting You, One Moment at a Time

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Allison Howell
December 17, 2024

Butterfly Moments: December 16th Edition: Finding Peace and Connection Amid the Holiday Hustle

Featuring the 🦋Butterfly of Transformation in Our Logo- where our care transforms as your loved ones’ needs transform.

As we approach the final days of the holiday season, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the busyness of it all. At AseraCare Hospice, we’re here to remind you to pause, take a breath, and focus on what truly matters—connection, compassion, and moments of peace.

This week, we’re sharing resources and reflections to help you navigate the holidays with calm and care.

Enjoy all the sections below:

The Heart of Hospice:

The Gift of Hospice During the Holidays

For families facing the challenges of a loved one’s life-limiting illness, the holidays can feel bittersweet. Hospice care offers support to ease physical, emotional, and logistical burdens, allowing families to focus on creating meaningful memories together.

Here’s how hospice care can bring peace during the holidays:

🎁 Specialized Care: Hospice provides expert pain and symptom management, ensuring your loved one feels comfortable and cared for.

🎁 Emotional Support: Social workers and chaplains offer guidance to help families navigate feelings of grief and stress.

🎁 Time Together: With a care team handling medical needs, families can focus on being present and sharing meaningful moments.

At AseraCare Hospice, we believe in giving the gift of compassionate care—not just during the holidays but throughout the year.

For administrators and referral sources: Hospice care can be a valuable resource for families during the holidays, providing them with much-needed support. Reach out to discuss how we can assist your patients and their loved ones.

Have fun with our Weekly Quiz!

Little Practices, Big Impact: Happiness Starts Here

Weekly Happiness Tip: Finding Joy in Small Moments

The holidays don’t have to be picture-perfect to be meaningful. Sometimes, joy is found in the smallest moments—a shared laugh, a quiet cup of cocoa, or a simple “thank you.”

Quick Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday:
✅ Focus on presence, not perfection.
✅ Simplify traditions to fit your current needs.
✅ Practice gratitude for the moments you do have.

Quote of the Week:

"In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity." – Sun Tzu

For administrators and referral sources: Encourage your staff and residents to embrace the season by creating small moments of connection. Even a simple activity like sharing a holiday story can brighten someone’s day.

Creating Meaningful Connections: Events Recap

Recent Events:

🌟 Weekly Quiz Fun!
We started something new this past week. We’ve been sharing a fun and engaging quiz to spark curiosity and connection among residents, patients, and staff. It’s been a wonderful way for residents and patients to pass the time while waiting for appointments or just enjoy a lighthearted activity.

Staff members have joined in on the fun too, creating moments of camaraderie and shared laughter. It’s been exciting to see how a simple quiz can bring people together, one question at a time!

We’re spreading the word about this weekly tradition by encouraging facilities and staff to join in and share the joy. After all, who doesn’t love a little trivia to brighten their day?

🌟 Coping with Holiday Stress and Depression at Clovis Senior Center
At the Clovis Senior Center, we presented Coping with Holiday Stress and Depression. This holiday-focused presentation has been a powerful tool for spreading awareness and offering comfort to those navigating the challenges of the season.

For administrators and referral sources: Activities like our weekly quiz are not just entertaining—they’re meaningful opportunities to build engagement among staff, patients, and residents. Let us help you foster connection in your community.

Upcoming Opportunity to Inspire and Uplift

🦋Host a Presentation: Coping with Holiday Stress & Depression

Bring this impactful session to your staff, residents, or families this holiday season. It’s a great way to provide support and encourage calm during a busy time.

📩 Contact Allison at 559-447-2540 to schedule a session

Please contact our Community Engagement Coordinator, Allison, at 559-447-2540 or via email [email protected] .

FAQs

Who can attend these trainings and events?

Our events are designed for caregivers, healthcare professionals, staff at skilled nursing and assisted living facilities, and members of the elderly community, and their loved ones.

Are these events free to attend?

Yes, all of our community engagement events are offered at no cost to participants.

How do I sign up for a training or event?

You can register by contacting our Community Engagement Coordinator directly via phone or email, or by reaching out to your Hospice Liaison.

Can trainings be customized for different audiences?

Yes, we can tailor our trainings to meet the unique needs of different audiences, including seniors, family members, healthcare professionals, caregivers, or specific facility staff. Let us know your specific requirements, and we will work with you to customize the content to ensure it’s relevant and valuable for your team.

Quiz Winner for last week

Madison Z. of the Nazareth House 🥳🥳🥳🥳

Have questions about how AseraCare can support you, your loved ones, or your team? Let’s connect—we’re here to help. We’re just a call or click away.

Hospice is 100% covered by Medicare for all eligible patients and is covered by most Medicaid and commercial insurance plans. Anyone can refer a patient to hospice, and the evaluation is free.

If you're not sure whether you or your loved one might be eligible to receive hospice care, this brief questionnaire might help by providing a personalized report.

Please reach out to our Hospice Community Engagement Coordinator, Allison, at 559-447-2540 or [email protected] 

Want to make a difference in your community? Consider becoming a hospice volunteer.

Whether you have a special talent you'd like to share, want to help with administrative tasks, or would like to spend time with our patients,

We have a place for you.

There are many types of opportunities to volunteer in Hospice, including:

• providing direct care activities, such as patient companionship visits
• assisting with Bereavement Support
• performing administrative duties
• utilizing professional talents, i.e. Hairdressing, barber, etc.
• providing Complementary and Alternative therapies (as approved)
• providing certified Pet Therapy visits
• providing respite care
• sitting vigil with dying patients
• engaging in Veteran specific programs, such as Vet-to-Vet cafés,
Veteran pinnings, etc.

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