Literature Review

Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice receives $5,000 grant from First Hope Bank Pike County Courier, Newton, NJ; 6/23/26 Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice has received a $5,000 grant from First Hope Bank, supporting the organization’s continued mission to provide compassionate, high‑quality hospice care to the community. ... The grant is part of First Hope Bank’s initiative to recognize and support qualifying small businesses, farms, and nonprofit organizations that have experienced economic challenges and supply‑chain constraints. This investment reflects the bank’s commitment to strengthening local organizations that make a meaningful difference in the communities they serve.

Why generations clash at work—and how great leaders fix it | part one Teleios Collaborative Network; podcast hosted by Chris Comeaux with Karen McCullough; 6/24/26 In this insightful first installment, Chris Comeaux sits down with nationally recognized generational expert Karen McCullough to explore the perspectives, experiences, and workplace expectations that shape Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z.  Drawing from more than two decades of research and real-world consulting, Karen unpacks why many workplace conflicts are not personal attacks, but differences in generational perspective. Together, they examine how communication styles, views on commitment, work-life balance, feedback, technology, and leadership have evolved across generations.  Karen shares practical insights for healthcare, hospice, nonprofit, and business leaders who are navigating multigenerational teams and seeking to create cultures where every generation can thrive.

Forward commits $100,000 to Hope Hospice’s new facility campaign Wisconsin Bankers Association; 6/23/26 Forward Bank, Insurance & Investments is proud to announce a $100,000 commitment to Hope Hospice & Palliative Care’s “40 Years of Hope – Building the Next Chapter” capital campaign, supporting the construction of a new facility in Medford designed to meet the growing needs of patients and families throughout north central Wisconsin. “For 40 years, Hope Hospice has provided compassionate care and support to individuals and families during some of life’s most difficult moments,” said Molly Knoll, VP/Senior Commercial Lender in Medford.

Flourishing within vulnerability: on human fragility and the conditions for a habitable environment Theoretical Medicine and Bioethics; by Irene Quiliconi; 6/24/26 In recent philosophical discourse, "flourishing" has emerged as a concept of growing importance—often linked to the field of well-being studies and explored by various and different disciplines. The article approaches flourishing not as an abstract ideal, but rather as a condition that must be understood as rooted in the lived reality of human vulnerability. More specifically, I argue that any genuine account of human flourishing must regard vulnerability— human inherent fragility and reciprocal dependence—not as an impediment, but as the very foundation from which meaningful flourishing can arise. 

Ahwatukee vet helps seniors stay in their homes Ahwatukee Foothills News, Tempe, AZ; by AFN Staff; 6/23/26  For Alexander Mock, helping seniors remain safely in their homes isn’t just a business model. It’s a mission shaped by military service, years spent working alongside hospice nurses and families, and a belief that caring for people often means caring for the homes they live in. ... [As a hospice volunteer for veterans, he noticed a pattern.] As people’s health declined, the condition of their homes often declined as well. Many families struggled with maintenance issues, accessibility concerns and repairs that made it increasingly difficult for older adults to continue living independently. Mock began to see an opportunity to combine his experience helping people with practical home services.

HCS home care/hospice salary & benefits studies underway American Health Care Association; by LIsa Hohenemser; 6/23/26 Hospital & Healthcare Compensation Service (HCS) has announced the 2026 Home Care and Hospice Salary & Benefits studies are now underway with the deadline of August 10th. The Reports are recognized as the authoritative source for comprehensive marketplace data for home health + hospice agencies. Last year’s Home Care Report contained data from 1,111 home health agencies. The Hospice Report had data from 1,091 hospice agencies. Both studies include questions on staffing issues, nursing turnover/vacancy rates, and sign-on bonuses used by agencies to attract new employees.  ... Directions to Participate in the HCS Home Care or Hospice Salary & Benefits Study: ...

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Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store celebrates grand opening in Chiefland Levy Citizen, Chiefland, FL; by Antoinette Meyer; 6/22/26 The new Haven Hospice Attic Resale Store in Chiefland welcomed hundreds of visitors during its grand opening celebration June 19 and 20, marking the beginning of a new community-focused retail location that supports Haven Hospice programs and services. The two-day event kicked off Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held in partnership with the Chiefland Area Chamber of Commerce ... Saturday’s grand opening celebration continued with local retail and food vendors ... According to Haven Hospice Director of Retail Operations Clay Dzioba, the event drew strong support from across the tri-county area.

Walking with Purpose fundraiser: hospice volunteer shares story of 520-mile journey WBUP/WJMN, Marquette, MI; by Rebecca Bartelme; 6/23/26 A volunteer with Lake Superior Life Care & Hospice gives back to hospice patients and their families in a unique way. Bart Carroll set out on a 520-mile journey along the Camino de Santiago in Spain, turning every step into support for hospice patients and families. Now, he’s back to share stories, reflections, and the powerful impact of walking with purpose ... "All the funds that Bart has raised from the walks goes to support our Patient Care Fund," said Jennifer Voegtline, CEO, Lake Superior Life Care & Hospice. 

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Grief experiences among LGBTQ+ populations: a scoping review BMC Palliative Care; by Tamara Rodríguez Pérez, Cristo Manuel Marrero González, Alfonso Miguel García Hernández; 6/23/26 Objective: To explore research published between 2021 and 2026 on grief and bereavement-related experiences among LGBTQ+ adults in healthcare and palliative care settings, identifying the main topics addressed and knowledge gaps relevant to clinical practice. Results: ... Four main themes were identified: minority stress, complexities of disclosure, disenfranchised grief, and gaps in professional training. Critical gaps included underrepresentation of transgender people, a scarcity of quantitative data, an absence of intersectional perspectives, and concentration in Western contexts.

A smarter approach to fraud means better care at home The Hill | Opinion; by Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-Texas) and Jennifer Sheets; 6/23/26 .. Home health and hospice providers meet people where they are — both physically and through wraparound support — caring for them in their homes at the end of life or during critical healing and recovery periods when trust is paramount. ... Fraudulent operators do not simply steal taxpayer dollars; they harm real people, exploit vulnerable individuals, undermine legitimate providers, and erode confidence in critical healthcare services that families depend on every day. Combatting fraud, waste and abuse in healthcare must remain a national priority. That is why I am glad to partner with the National Alliance for Care at Home on the Protecting Seniors and Stopping Fraudsters Act, designed to strengthen program integrity in home health and hospice while protecting access to care for patients who depend on these services, and reducing burden for legitimate providers.

1776-1786: 250 Years - A History of CareHospice & Palliative Care Today; by Joy Berger; for 6/10/26Continental Congress, Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776