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STRATEGIC PRIORITIES: RESEARCH UPDATE
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Palliative Care in NJ: Gaps and Opportunities to Improve Access
Research Summary & Recommendations
Palliative Care in NJ: Gaps and Opportunities to Improve Access
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Humana and Thyme Care are partnering to expand access to palliative care in #NJ for patients with cancer ensuring individuals get the support they need.Palliative care is about more than just treatment—it’s about improving quality of life, managing symptoms, and making sure patients feel supported every step of the way. Eligible members will receive:✅ 24/7 virtual support from oncology nurses & social workers✅ Help with symptom management, medications & urgent care✅ Assistance with transportation, finances & housing✅ Better care coordination between doctorsToo many people miss out on palliative care when they need it most. This partnership makes sure patients in NJ have access to compassionate, whole-person care—whenever they need it. #GOCCNJ #palliativecare ... See MoreSee Less
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NJ Department of Human Services seeks proposals to expand PACE to serve older adults in all 21 counties."PACE connects older residents with specific health needs to vital health and social services that can help delay or avoid admission to long-term care facilities. This the last step to achieving our goal of expanding PACE as an option to older adults in every country of New Jersey," said Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman. ... See MoreSee Less
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Dr. Brian Cassel’s study highlights the vital impact of palliative care for cancer patients—better quality of life, reducing suffering & improved outcomes. His work with #GOCCNJ on the need and capacity to deliver palliative care in our state reveals high unmet needs and limited capacity for care in NJ.Thanks to tireless advocacy of #GOCCNJ members, support from NJ residents with serious illness, and the leadership of Governor Phil Murphy & NJ Department of Human Services, access to community-based palliative care will become a reality in 2026.Together, we’re ensuring all NJ residents with serious illness get the care they need and no less, and the care they want and no more. #PalliativeCare #NJHealthCare #Medicaid ... See MoreSee Less
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I would love to see you offer something as important as cemetery professionals that can guide our families that are not local residents in helping with end-of life arrangements. As funeral are every where but to get a resting place for my dad was very difficult as were are not religious and many places at short notice was overwhelming. Getting around was out of control. I would like to see these things mention as a cemetery will be the final resting place of our loved ones. They should have a facilitator or someone to guide the family. As that was not at all in any of my family members thoughts at the time. We thought that we were getting a list of what we needed. Just saying I believe every family should have that option and it will make the process less painful and I could have spend more time with dad. Instead I was running all over New Jersey. Not cool. Food for thought. Thanks.
#GOCCNJ is thrilled to welcome Hackensack Meridian Health as our newest healthcare organization member. As a leader in delivering exceptional at-home, inpatient, and outpatient palliative care, HMH is committed to providing the highest quality, coordinated medical care to individuals living with serious illness. We’re honored to partner with an organization dedicated to advancing palliative care to improve the lives of patients and families. We look forward to collaborating and making a difference together! #palliativecare ... See MoreSee Less
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