Literature Review
Hospice care recipients of calendar fundraiser
11/11/25 at 03:00 AMHospice care recipients of calendar fundraiser The Grapevine, Martha's Vineyard, MA; by The Martha's Vineyard Times; 11/7/25 In honor of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month and as an ode to his family’s personal experience, Vineyard photographer Michael Blanchard donated $5,000 to Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha’s Vineyard (HPCMV). The proceeds come from Blanchard’s 2026 Inspirational Calendar for the Annual Appeal, which is a dedication to the memory of his parents, who both received hospice or palliative services at the end of their lives. “Hospice was there for my family,” Blanchard said. “This donation is simply a way to say thank you and encourage others to support the work they do for our Island.”
* Care of the dying patient: Maximizing compassionate care on the battlefield
11/11/25 at 03:00 AMCare of the dying patient: Maximizing compassionate care on the battlefield Military Medicine; by Kathryn B Muir, Jeremy Edwards, Rebeccah Dindinger, Benjamin Ingram, Benjamin Baker; 11/9/25... Palliative care has also been employed throughout history on the battlefield and is a vital component of compassionate care for dying patients. Unfortunately, its use on the battlefield is an unpalatable topic with little formal documentation. ... We must prepare now to reduce the pain and suffering of dying patients on the battlefield and potentially mitigate the degree of moral injury sustained by the personnel managing those casualties. Consider ...
* Hospice organizations honor veterans
11/11/25 at 03:00 AMHospice organizations honor veteransHospice & Palliative Care Today; compiled by Joy Berger; 11/10/25 We honor all veterans today with these samples of ways that hospice and palliative care organizations are recognizing and thanking veterans for this 2025 Veterans Day.
A legacy of compassion: estate gift supports hospice care
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMA legacy of compassion: estate gift supports hospice care The County, Presque Ilse, ME; 11/5/25The Aroostook Hospice Foundation is deeply honored to announce a $20,000 estate gift from the late Ricky Kenney, who passed at the Aroostook House of Comfort on May 14. Kenney experienced the compassionate care of the Aroostook House of Comfort firsthand, both through his loved ones and during his own hospice journey. ... In recognition of the devoted care Kenney received by Northern Light Home Care & Hospice, both at home and within the hospice home, a portion of his generous gift was used to dedicate the staff break room. This space offers hospice staff and volunteers a quiet place to rest, recharge and regroup between moments of profound service.
Early lessons learned implementing the dementia-focused GUIDE model
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMEarly lessons learned implementing the dementia-focused GUIDE modelHealthcare Innovation; by David Raths; 11/5/25At NAACOS meeting, Bluestone ACO’s Nate Hunkins, M.P.H., described how GUIDE care navigators are complementing its advanced primary care model. Key highlights:
Non-profit that brought beauty, joy to hospice patients closes its doors
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMNon-profit that brought beauty, joy to hospice patients closes its doors Gold Country Media, Auburn, CA; by Midori Sperandeo; 11/4/25It has been said flowers are sunshine and medicine for the soul. For 12 years, that was the mantra of volunteers for The Petal Connection, who collected donated flowers from local businesses and created lovely bouquets – a little sunshine in a bottle – for people who needed them most. The special floral deliveries were made to hospice patients and senior citizens throughout the region, in Auburn, Folsom, Lincoln, Roseville and Rocklin. During the time The Petal Connection was in existence, volunteers delivered almost 130,000 bouquets, bringing brightness to people whose outlook could often be bleak.
A wedding to remember: Piedmont Athens Regional staff create unforgettable moment for hospice patient and family
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMA wedding to remember: Piedmont Athens Regional staff create unforgettable moment for hospice patient and familyPiedmont [GA]; 11/6/25When Charlie Carnes was placed on hospice care at Piedmont Athens Regional, his daughter, Ivey, shared a heartbreaking sentiment with hospital staff: she was getting married soon, and her father wouldn’t be able to attend. What happened next was simply extraordinary. Moved by Ivey’s story, the compassionate team at Piedmont Athens Regional sprang into action to create a moment the Carnes family would never forget. Within hours, staff members came together to plan a wedding ceremony inside the hospital’s Sacred Space, ensuring Charlie could witness his daughter’s special day.
Providence home health venture launches in California, includes North Bay
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMProvidence home health venture launches in California, includes North Bay The Press Democrat, North Bay, CA; by Cheryl Sarfaty; 11/4/25Providence and home-health care provider Compassus have finalized plans to provide home health, hospice, palliative care and personal home care services to multiple California regions, including Sonoma and Napa counties. California becomes the second of the three-phase joint venture. The first, announced March 3, includes Alaska, Texas and Washington. The third phase, in Oregon, is still pending regulatory review and approval in that state, according to Providence and Compassus. Under the agreement, Compassus will manage operations for all locations of the combined entity, called Providence at Home with Compassus.
The last night
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMThe last nightJAMA Network; by Lenore M. Buckley; 11/6/25... But on this final evening (tonight will be the last day of inpatient consult call of my career), I slow down and stop to think about these things. As I look past those drab gray walls, the rows of computers on chipped Formica tables, and the incessant alarms, I see it in all its glory for the last time—the myriad of patient faces in shared rooms who, due to illness and/or aging, are at turning points in their lives hoping for the best we can offer. I see modern health care’s potential to restore people back to their lives. I think of the times that I and it had failed, but I also think of the wonderful successes. It is a moment of holiness, so profound that I must do it quickly, quietly, and privately or I too might be overwhelmed by emotion.Publisher's note: A wonderful reflection on a medical career.
New hospice provider opens in Corydon
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMNew hospice provider opens in Corydon CorydonDemocrat.com, Corydon, IN; Press Release; 11/5/25 Heart to Heart Hospice, one of the country’s largest private providers of hospice care, is expanding its service area in Southern Indiana with the opening of a new location in Corydon to meet needs in six additional counties. The new site, located at 113 N. Oak St., will serve patients and families who reside in Harrison, Floyd, Washington, Clark, Scott and Jefferson counties.
California bans AI chatbots from posing as licensed health providers
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMCalifornia bans AI chatbots from posing as licensed health providersMedscape; by Steph Weber; 10/30/25California has drawn a hard line on how artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots represent themselves to consumers, banning the tools from implying they are licensed medical providers such as MDs and psychotherapists... “Everything keeps changing, so it’s hard to be definitive,” John Torous, MD, MBI, psychiatrist and director of the Digital Psychiatry Division in the Department of Psychiatry at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, told Medscape Medical News. “But there’s certainly concern that some AI chatbots are marketing directly to children and minors, and there’s direct evidence that some will actually pull up a fake medical license number.” ... “[T]he model by default should not provide instructions about how to commit suicide, but if an adult user is asking for help writing a fictional story that depicts a suicide, the model should help with that request,” Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO, said in a blog post on the company’s website in September. He added that the platform aims to “[extend] freedom as far as possible without causing harm or undermining anyone else’s freedom.”Publisher's note: AI regulatory lines are blurry and far behind advancements.
Hospice of South Texas appoints Laurie Eder as Chief Executive Officer
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMHospice of South Texas appoints Laurie Eder as Chief Executive Officer Press Release Distribution, Victoria, TX; by Hospice of South Texas; 11/5/25Hospice of South Texas® (HOST) has appointed Laurie Eder as Chief Executive Officer after her service as Interim CEO since March 2025. Eder is building on the forty-year legacy of Hospice of South Texas with a focus on compassion and community. ... Her passion for hospice began with her own family's experience with Hospice of South Texas and continues to shape her leadership today.
AAHPM 2026 Award Winners
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMAAHPM 2026 Award WinnersAAHPM press release; 11/7/25Congratulations to all of 2026 award winners!
Hospice executive highlights Medicare benefits during National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMHospice executive highlights Medicare benefits during National Hospice and Palliative Care Month ABC-WWSB, Sarasota, FL; by Thad Randazzo and Summer Smith; 11/5/25 November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, a time to discuss the benefits of hospice care and its importance to communities. Casey Cuthbert, executive director of Affinity Care Hospice of Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, and DeSoto counties, said people often don’t understand that hospice care is a journey everyone faces. ... Many people don’t realize they have paid into Medicare hospice benefits throughout their working lives, Cuthbert said. Medicare covers hospice services at 100%, including the caregiving team of nurses, aides, social workers, and chaplains.
I've learned that just one person saying to me, ...
11/10/25 at 03:00 AMI've learned that just one person saying to me, 'You've made my day!' makes my day. ~ Andy Rooney
“We See the Whole You”: NPHI celebrates National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
11/09/25 at 03:55 AM“We See the Whole You”: NPHI celebrates National Hospice and Palliative Care Month National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI), Washington, DC; Press Release; 11/1/25 The National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI), the national voice for nonprofit hospice and advanced illness care, proudly celebrates National Hospice and Palliative Care Month this November by recognizing the impact of care delivered by nonprofit hospice and healthcare providers across the nation. This year’s national theme, “We See the Whole You,” honors the professionals and organizations who care for people as individuals — each with their own stories, values, and hopes — while supporting families through life’s most meaningful and challenging moments. The theme underscores NPHI’s commitment to care that puts people over profits, ensuring every person is treated with dignity, compassion, and respect.
The silent crisis of Gen AI anxiety in the workplace
11/09/25 at 03:50 AMThe silent crisis of Gen AI anxiety in the workplace HR Perspectives; by Dr. Gleb Tsipursky; 10/27/25 The conversation about generative AI (Gen AI) is unavoidable in today’s business landscape. It’s disruptive, transformative, and packed with potential—both thrilling and intimidating. As organizations adopt Gen AI to streamline operations, develop products, or enhance customer interactions, the inevitable side effect among employees is anxiety. Will jobs vanish? Will expectations shift overnight? Can they keep up with the learning curve? These questions aren’t just whispers in the break room; they’re front and center for many teams.
Disney delivers Halloween magic to children’s hospitals
11/09/25 at 03:45 AMDisney delivers Halloween magic to children’s hospitals The Walt Disney Company; Press Release; 10/31/25 ... For years, Disney has joined with the Starlight Children’s Foundation to deliver not-so-scary Halloween cheer to children’s hospitals. Since 2021, Disney’s donations have reached over 80,000 pediatric patients, according to Starlight. ... These visits are a part of Disney’s wider efforts this Halloween to bring joy to kids facing critical illnesses. Last weekend, for the first time ever, Disney, Make-A-Wish, MrBeast, and YouTube hosted some of the world’s top creators at Disneyland Resort to grant wishes for 40 Make-A-Wish kids at the ultimate Halloween experience. ... At Canuck Place Children’s Hospice in Vancouver, Canada, Disney paid a special visit to the kids there, bringing along costumes, stuffies, and books, and half of those items were shared with the Hospice center’s Abbotsford location.
Home health services drive elevated medical costs for UnitedHealth Group
11/09/25 at 03:40 AMHome health services drive elevated medical costs for UnitedHealth Group Home Health Care News; by Morgan Gonzales; 10/28/25 Home health services are touted as cost-saving for payers, and industry stakeholders often advise providers to share data demonstrating these savings with payers and policymakers. The cost-saving nature of home health may not always be evident, however. UnitedHealth Group reported that home health services have contributed to elevated medical cost trends when discussing Medicaid margins on the company’s third-quarter earnings call.
Northwell celebrates newly endowed chairs and professors
11/09/25 at 03:35 AMNorthwell celebrates newly endowed chairs and professorsBusinessWire.com, New Hyde Park, NY; Press Release; 11/3/25 Northwell Health announced recipients of nine endowments, including several inaugural chairs and professorships in specialty areas including biomedical sciences, nursing, geriatrics and palliative care, psychiatry research and cardiovascular and thoracic surgery. ... Generous donors gave more than $18 million this year in endowed gifts ... The inaugural recipients of newly endowed chairs and professorships [include]: ...
HBO’s ‘The Pitt’ inspires viewers to consider organ donation, end-of-life planning
11/09/25 at 03:30 AMHBO’s ‘The Pitt’ inspires viewers to consider organ donation, end-of-life planning WBOG Country 101.3; by Ozzy; 10/28/25 A University of Southern California study reveals HBO’s Emmy-winning The Pitt motivates viewers toward organ donation and end-of-life preparations. Research examining two multi-episode storylines shows 26.9% of surveyed audiences sought organ donation information while 17.2% shared donation details with others. The organ donation narrative particularly resonated with Black viewers, a demographic overrepresented on transplant waiting lists yet underrepresented as donors. Concerning end-of-life planning, 38.8% of viewers pursued additional information and 15.3% distributed relevant resources.Editor's Note: The Pitt's storyline involving organ donation is from Season 1, Episode 6, titled' 12:00 P.M."
Living with dementia report emphasizes that even those with advanced disease have stories to share
11/09/25 at 03:25 AMLiving with dementia report emphasizes that even those with advanced disease have stories to share JAMA Medical News; by Rita Rubin, MA; 10/31/25 As the average age of the US population has risen, so has the number of people living with Alzheimer disease and related dementias. And yet, dementia is still a highly stigmatized condition, a new collection of essays published by the Hastings Center for Bioethics points out. Clinicians, caregivers, and loved ones could improve the lives of the more than 7 million people in the US who are living with dementia if they only recognized that such individuals still have their own stories to tell, even when they can’t express themselves the same way they did before their symptoms appeared. Editor's Note: Even in the last weeks and days of life, when dementia has advanced, the person’s life-story is still present—woven into photographs, cherished objects, and small details of their surroundings. In Memory Care Centers and long-term facilities, these clues invite us to listen differently. Board-certified music therapists—not performers or volunteer entertainers, but clinicians skilled in attunement—use music to enter a person’s story and give moments of faithful, sensitive companionship. Supporting family members in remembering and storytelling not only honors the person but also informs truly personalized care through those final, quiet hours.
Health Talk: National Care at Home Month
11/09/25 at 03:20 AMHealth Talk: National Care at Home Month Rutland Herald, Rutland, VT; by Nicole Moran; 11/1/25 Throughout the month of November, VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR) will join organizations across the nation in recognizing and celebrating National Care at Home Month.Editor's Note: This article demonstrates great community outreach and education through local new outlets and national observances. For more visit our post, "November 2025 Healthcare Observances," and our ongoing Healthcare Observances webpage for additional dates.
November 2025 Healthcare Observances
11/09/25 at 03:15 AMNovember 2025 Healthcare ObservancesHospice & Palliative Care Today; by Joy Berger; 10/29/25Ongoing, visit our Healthcare Observances webpage for additional dates