The Power of Nursing

http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/05/16/the-power-of-nursing

David Bornstein

The New York Times

6 May 2012

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In 2010, 5.9 million children were reported as abused or neglected in the United States. The Nurse-Family Partnership, or NFP, arranges for registered nurses to make regular home visits to first-time low-income or vulnerable mothers, starting early in their pregnancies and continuing until their child is 2.

From Institution To Inclusion

https://wamu.atavist.com/from-institution-to-inclusion

Martin Austermuhle

American University Radio (WAMU)

14 March 2016

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For individuals with developmental disabilities in Washington, D.C., inclusion’s uphill battle, while still happening, has shown results. After the practice of institutionalization ended decades ago, there was a shift to group home living, nonprofit advocacy groups, and job placements. Challenges remain though, like slow-moving bureaucracy, funding, and those still fighting inclusion, but moves toward inclusive jobs and living continue.

If this was a pill, you'd do anything to get it

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2013/04/28/if-this-was-a-pill-youd-do-anything-to-get-it

Ezra Klein

The Washington Post

28 April 2013

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*Medical research has done wonders to rid populations of diseases; however, the U.S. health care system has failed to appropriate the right resources to Medicare patients with one or more chronic conditions. Health Quality Partners in Doylstown, PA enrolls Medicare patients with at least one chronic illness and hospitalization and sends a trained nurse to see them on a routine basis, whether they are healthy or sick. As a result, the HQP program has reduced hospitalizations and cut Medicare costs.

N.Y.C. Nurses Aid Low-Income First-Time Mothers

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/16/nyregion/nyc-nurses-aid-low-income-first-time-mothers.html?_r=0

John Leland

The New York Times

15 December 2012

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New mothers who live in poverty are faced with fewer resources to help them with their physical and mental health as well as the health of their babies. In New York City, the Nurse-Family partnership matches nurses with economically poor first-time mothers. Different studies have shown that women in the program have healthier pregnancies and children.

With a Daily Dial, Police Reach Out to Seniors

http://www.govtech.com/health/With-a-Daily-Dial-Police-Reach-Out-to-Seniors.html

Jenni Bergal

Government Technology (GovTech)

21 March 2017

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Living alone can be tough for seniors, for those without family nearby to check on them no one will know if they suffer a medical emergency. Hundreds of suburban and rural police agencies in the US are offering seniors a free automated phone call every day which they will follow up with a house visit if not answered.

Silver Linings: Medical residents make house calls for elders

http://www.unionleader.com/silver-linings/silver-linings-medical-residents-make-house-calls-for-elders--20161030

Gretchen M. Grosky

New Hampshire Union Leader

29 October 2016

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Emergency room visits cost money and are not the most comfortable places to be. The Massachusetts-based Medicare program called Independence at Home gives doctors incentives to visit frail patients at home and received a cut of the cost. The program also pairs patients with social workers and continues to save Medicare millions of dollars.

A transformative practice in Mongolia is helping people die with grace and dignity

https://qz.com/951879/palliative-care-in-mongolia-is-helping-people-die-with-grace-and-dignity

Andrew North

Quartz

6 April 2017

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Mongolia, under the influence of Dr. Odontuya Davaasuren, has become very advanced in its palliative care. Patients are given full information about their diagnosis, are provided with the proper pain medications, families are involved and guided and spiritual considerations are included creating a better system of care.

Postmen Delivering Kindness to the Elderly

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p04yzcr4

Elizabeth Cassin

Tom Colls

BBC

11 April 2017

Radio / Over 15 Minutes

On the island of Jersey, postal workers don’t just deliver the mail: they also check up on elderly people during their routes. With a quick face-to-face chat, they check that they’ve taken their medication and if there’s anything else they need. The project has caught the attention of post offices (and health professionals) around the world as an approach against the social care crisis for a rapidly-aging population.

Years with no nation, 90 days to become a Minnesotan

http://www.startribune.com/years-with-no-nation-90-days-to-become-a-minnesotan/391310421

Mila Koumpilova

Minneapolis Star Tribune

31 December 2016

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Thousands of refugees are navigating hurdles of integration in the United States. Organizations like the Minnesota Council of Churches provide comprehensive support in a number of areas - from housing to job applications to health insurance paperwork - but all with the end goal of helping the relocated families towards independence and sustainability in their new life.

Online respite training helps build 'networks of support'

http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20161007/news/161009100

Marie Wilson

Daily Herald

7 October 2016

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A new online course called REST provides volunteers in Illinois with the necessary skills and a certification to provide short term care for people with disabilities, allowing for their loved ones and long-term caregivers to take much-needed rest breaks and rely less heavily on state programs for support.