Memorial Day is often associated with the start of summer, but it is important for us to take a few moments to honor and remember those who have died in military service to our nation. Paradigm Health is pleased and honored to both plan and participate in activities that recognize veterans and their service. Paradigm Health is partnering with the We Honor Veterans Program, a national [...]
Paradigm Health Home Health Nurse Tara VanSickle shares the holistic team approach to care benefits her patients and their families. “Contrary to most companies in the home health, palliative and hospice care industry, I know that I can take as much time as needed with each patient to make sure they are taken care of. It isn’t about a bottom-line number at Paradigm Health, it is about [...]
Paradigm Health’s Hospice Nurse Ashley Meldahl starts patients on the right path by answering the tough questions and calming your fears. “I do have a global perspective about caregiving and healthcare, but I am able to translate that to care right here in Central Indiana. I would tell families searching for a hospice care team that we are doing the right things here for the right reasons. I [...]
Paradigm volunteers are an essential part of our care teams and assist with enriching every day for a patient. As an invaluable resource, they bring a friendly smile, warm conversation, a hand to hold or offer a welcome respite family. To learn more about becoming a Paradigm volunteer, visit our Volunteer page. Janakiramaiah S. Q: What or who inspired you to become a volunteer? A: My [...]
Chaplain Bryan Smith shares some of the adaptations that Paradigm Health is putting in place as they continue to offer spiritual support for patients, their families and their team. Emotional and Spiritual Support The Paradigm chaplain team is working to: Offer emotional spiritual support through telehealth options by contacting patients and family members via phone calls, [...]
Comforting and supporting patients with a unique care plan just for them “When I am taking care of patients or my family or anyone in need, I always have in my mind that if I am the one who is providing your care — I go to sleep every night knowing you are going to be taken care of well.” You might call Paradigm Health Customer Care Specialist and CNA Team Lead Catherine Mangrum a [...]
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Cindy Davis shares some of the adaptations that Paradigm Health is putting in place as they continue to care for patients, their families and their team through evolving education and support even from afar. Education The Paradigm team is working to: Research and share constantly updated emergency assistance information Share information to [...]
The unknown has a powerful effect on our day-to-day lives right now—so prepare, listen and keep a watchful eye on your own well-being. We are now quite familiar with the physical symptoms of the global-sweeping pandemic. What we aren’t quite so familiar with are the mental and emotional symptoms of the coronavirus we may also be feeling. Our day-to-day lives are changing by the week as we [...]
Woman’s best friend? Two dogs and the chance to brighten a hospice patient’s day. "I encourage anyone who has the time to give to get out there and make a difference in someone’s life. It will make such a positive difference in your own life.” Maryann Yeager has a volunteer’s heart. Over the years, she has volunteered in nursing homes, shared spiritual ministry in prison facilities[...]
At Paradigm Health, we are always thinking outside the box. Our staff is known for going above and beyond in caregiving and that includes bringing the joy of music to our patients no matter the distance. One of Paradigm Health’s four music therapists, Becky Sharaya shares how they are finding new ways to connect and enhance patient lives from afar to provide comfort and support during a [...]
