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People for Quality Care (PFQC) recently conducted an informal survey via social media to gain insights to challenges current patients, and caregivers, are facing when it comes to getting home medical equipment and supplies. Upon analysis, three key themes were identified.

Give Me Your Keys, Please
Most of us rely heavily on our vehicles daily to get us to and from work, run errands, shuttle children or grandchildren, and a host of other tasks. Or sometimes we...
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Not having the medical services or supplies you need when you need them can be a very frustrating experience – to say the least. And, oftentimes people suffer in silence, not realizing their voice can make a difference. That is why People for Quality Care is here, and we want to help!

One way you can share your story is by taking our survey. People for Quality Care is conducting a survey from now until Friday, April 26, and we want to hear from you!

The survey intends...
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This year, Congress added 100 new members. That means there are 100 new opportunities to make a change for those affected by poor health care policies.

If your elected official is a fresh face to the House or Senate, it is critical that you reach out to them now. They may be unaware of the everyday challenges faced by those who use home medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, home oxygen therapy, and CPAPs. You have the unique opportunity to educate them on how vital that equipment is...
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This winter has been a particularly rough one, at least in our neck of the woods. With snow piling up, polar vortexes abound, and blizzards making travel next to impossible, spring can’t come soon enough. But, while we wait out this season for warmer weather, there are precautions you can take for a safer, more comfortable winter.

Prepare for that next snow emergency with these helpful tips:

Being home for the holidays is always special. No matter how many hoops we have to jump through to get there, we know there are people who truly care about us ready and waiting to welcome us with open arms. But, home doesn’t have to be a house. It doesn’t even have to be a place. Home is where our loved ones are. That’s why we asked, “How do you picture home for the holidays?” Well, there was no shortage of great responses.

Your pictures are an amazing reminder...
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There’s something special about going home for the holidays. When we travel during the season of giving, no matter how hectic or stressful the trip may be, no matter how many hoops we have to jump through, we know we have our loved ones waiting for us. They’re always there to celebrate togetherness with good food, great company, and to make some unforgettable memories.

There really is no place like home, especially during this time of the year. And homecare plays an important...
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How I Picture Home is spending time with family in the Great Smoky Mountains.

We spend a lot of time advocating for change, but it’s important to remember why we do it. That’s why People for Quality Care is hosting the How I Picture Home Photo Contest!

Between Nov. 26 and Dec. 12, enter by posting a picture of how you picture home on the PFQC Facebook page with a caption, “How I Picture Home ______.” We’ll announce...
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When someone mentions November, it’s usually Thanksgiving that comes to mind. But November also happens to be National Family Caregivers Month and Home Care Month. It’s a time to celebrate the contributions friends and family members make to support loved ones with their health and how their efforts enable millions of people to live at home. So, join People for Quality Care in saying thank you to these dedicated unsung heroes!

Each year nationwide, more than...
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Hurricane Florence is in the rearview mirror, but hurricane season is still in effect through the end of next month. And then there’s winter weather, wildfires, tornadoes, and earthquakes. The earth is volatile, but that doesn’t mean we can’t be prepared!

Regardless of what region you live in, here are some tips that can help you prepare for natural disasters:

Innovation is a pillar of the human existence. We continue to seek out ways to improve quality of life and functionality.

Modern technologies have undoubtedly made our lives easier. We benefit from smart phones that function as a tiny pocket-sized computer, just as we benefit from advancements in medical equipment that allow us to live independently in the comfort of our homes. Unfortunately, as we continue to move forward in innovations, our access to these luxuries is being threatened.

Think...
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