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	<title>Professional Caregiver Blog &#187; Communication</title>
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		<title>Three Steps to Better Marketing Online</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 15:48:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josh Allen, RN</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Providers have faced many challenges over the last few years related to the economy, including challenges related to occupancy and retention. In a poll conducted last year 57% of assisted living and residential care providers told us that &#8220;attracting new residents&#8221; is their biggest challenge. Your online presence and use of the Internet is a [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tuesday Tip: Understanding Advance Directives</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 20:48:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josh Allen, RN</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With your hectic schedule, it is sometimes easy to overlook simple compliance issues. Advanced Healthcare Studies&#8217; &#8220;Tuesday Tips&#8221; will bring you a quick, helpful idea each week that can assist you in your operations related to regulatory compliance. We know that many of you implement outstanding practices in your community, and we welcome your ideas [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tuesday Tip: Stay Current on Staff Training</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:01:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josh Allen, RN</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With your hectic schedule, it is sometimes easy to overlook simple compliance issues. Advanced Healthcare Studies&#8217; &#8220;Tuesday Tips&#8221; will bring you a quick, helpful idea each week that can assist you in your operations related to regulatory compliance. We know that many of you implement outstanding practices in your community, and we welcome your ideas [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tuesday Tip: Maintaining Staff Training Records</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 22:53:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Mickey Gray</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With your hectic schedule, it is sometimes easy to overlook simple compliance issues. Advanced Healthcare Studies&#8217; &#8220;Tuesday Tips&#8221; will bring you a quick, helpful idea each week that can assist you in your operations related to regulatory compliance. We know that many of you implement outstanding practices in your community, and we welcome your ideas [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Margaret Thatcher&#8217;s Battle with Dementia</title>
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		<comments>http://www.careandcompliance.com/blog/communication/margaret-thatchers-battle-with-dementia_08-25-2008/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 20:02:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josh Allen, RN</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When high profile individuals face the challenges of dementia and other debilitating illnesses, it serves as an unfortunate opportunity to raise awareness and further enlighten the general public about the devastating condition. In that vane, the former prime minister of the United Kingdom&#8217;s struggle with dementia has recently been revealed and is being chronicled by [...]]]></description>
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		<title>50 Communication Tips</title>
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		<comments>http://www.careandcompliance.com/blog/communication/50-communication-tips_06-25-2008/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Josh Allen, RN</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Effective and timely communication is a critical skill for any care provider.  Whether communicating with residents, state regulators, or an upset family member, strong communication skills can create a comforting environment and help to prevent potential situations from escalating. Fiona King from RNCentral.com shared her &#8220;50 Communication Tips and Techniques for Caregivers&#8221; with us.  With [...]]]></description>
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		<title>New Course Schedule Now Available</title>
		<link>http://www.careandcompliance.com/blog/communication/new-course-schedule-now-available_05-28-2008/?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=new-course-schedule-now-available</link>
		<comments>http://www.careandcompliance.com/blog/communication/new-course-schedule-now-available_05-28-2008/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Mickey Gray</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Community Education, LLC&#8217;s new Summer-Winter 2008 course schedule is now available to keep students aware of what courses will be offered throughout the year. This brochure covers RCFE and ARF initial certification as well as continuing education for RCFE, ARF, and Group Home. Specialty topics can also be found such as: Basic Medication Training, Annual [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What is Health and Safety Code section 1569.155?</title>
		<link>http://www.careandcompliance.com/blog/communication/what-is-health-and-safety-code-section-1569155_05-08-2008/?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=what-is-health-and-safety-code-section-1569155</link>
		<comments>http://www.careandcompliance.com/blog/communication/what-is-health-and-safety-code-section-1569155_05-08-2008/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Mickey Gray</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Communication]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[All providers face the difficult task of keeping up-to-date with the ever changing laws and regulations that affect our communities. As required by Health and Safety Code section 1569.155 all licensees of an RCFE shall subscribe to an appropriate regulation update service.  Section 1569.155. Upon initial licensure, residential care facilities for the elderly shall be [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Inspirational Hospice Care</title>
		<link>http://www.careandcompliance.com/blog/communication/inspirational-hospice-care_05-07-2008/?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=inspirational-hospice-care</link>
		<comments>http://www.careandcompliance.com/blog/communication/inspirational-hospice-care_05-07-2008/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sandi Flores, RN</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I have had the pleasure of conducting a number of hospice classes statewide. I always find after any I class I lead that learning is a two way street. I could never put a value on the knowledge, care techniques and innovative practices I have learned in classes. Generous providers often share great ideas with [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tips for Preventing Heat-Related Illness</title>
		<link>http://www.careandcompliance.com/blog/communication/tips-for-preventing-heat-related-illness_05-06-2008/?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=tips-for-preventing-heat-related-illness</link>
		<comments>http://www.careandcompliance.com/blog/communication/tips-for-preventing-heat-related-illness_05-06-2008/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Edward Garza</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Communication]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[As summer temperatures approach, we will all deal with soaring temperatures.  It is again time to take precautions to avoid dangerous health conditions such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and overexposure to the sun.  Below are a few bulleted items that will help you prepare: Drink more fluids, regardless of your activity level. Don&#8217;t wait [...]]]></description>
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