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The government shutdown showed why healthcare reform keeps failingForbes; by Rita Numerof; 11/20/25The government shutdown that ended last week exposed a familiar pattern in healthcare policymaking. A dispute over whether temporary ACA subsidies should be extended escalated into a 43-day standoff that snarled air travel, caused millions of federal workers to miss paychecks, disrupted SNAP food benefits and slowed the economy. The shutdown should prompt policymakers and industry leaders to confront why healthcare costs keep rising and why the system remains resistant to reform. Lasting progress demands an honest examination of structural forces that push costs upward.Guest Editor's Note, by Chris Comeaux: Dr. Rita E. Numerof offers an incredibly clear diagnosis of the root causes of our nation's broken healthcare system. More importantly, she outlines the foundational principles and core tenets required to rebuild it correctly. Listen to our podcast where she details the tenets of this essential fix: https://www.teleioscn.org/tcntalkspodcast/transforming-healthcare-a-conversation-with-rita-e.-numerof. 

The hidden value of thrift stores in hospice care Teleios Collaborative Network (TCN); hosted by Chris Comeaux with Mark Cohen and Lin Sue Flood; 11/19/25 This TCNtalks episode explores the multifaceted role of thrift stores in Hospice Care, highlighting their impact on community engagement, grief support, and economic sustainability. Our guests, Lin Sue Flood, Director of Community Engagement at Hospice of the Valley, and Mark Cohen, retired Editor & Publisher of Hospice News Today, and Principal, Cohen-Fyfe Communications, discuss how thrift stores serve as vital assets for Hospices, providing not only financial support but also fostering community connections and environmental sustainability.

‘No Place Like Valley Hospice’ gala honors four decades of care WTRF.com, Wintersville, OH; by WTRF Staff; 11/15/25 Community members followed the yellow brick road to Wintersville on Saturday night [11/15] to celebrate Valley Hospice’s 40th anniversary. St. Florian Hall was transformed into the Emerald City for the “There’s No Place Like Valley Hospice” celebration. “We have been a part of Valley Hospice from the beginning. We are thrilled to be a partner with Valley Hospice. ... I can’t imagine not being a part of the mission of Valley Hospice,” said Laurie Labishak, director of marketing and communication for Trinity Health System. ... From all of us at 7News — congratulations, Valley Hospice, on your 40th anniversary. Editor's Note: This news story reflects your long-standing culture of relationships with your community partners, local news sources, and donors, all splashed with a bit of fun. Yes, congratulations Valley Hospice! 

Missoula students build labyrinth at local hospice8KPAX; by Caroline Weiss; 11/18/25Missoula seventh grade students built a labyrinth at Hope Hospice Center on Monday, creating a path to process grief. The maze aims to offer a place for hospice patients, families, and staff to meditate and reflect. “It helps you understand how to handle your emotions and stuff like that, and part of it is walking through the labyrinth,” said seventh grade student Gracie. Students from Sussex School built the labyrinth one rock at a time. Putting them into place only took a few hours, but the completed maze was the culmination of a six-week collaborative project aimed at giving back to the community.

Honoring compassion: A beautiful afternoon with Hospice Austin ActiveRain, Austin, TX; by Dorie Dillard; 11/16/25 Each year, I look forward to the Beauty of Life Luncheon hosted by Hospice Austin, a tradition that has become both meaningful and deeply personal for me. Held at the JW Marriott in downtown Austin, this year’s event was nothing short of extraordinary. More than 1,000 attendees filled the grand ballroom, creating a powerful sense of community and shared purpose. Even more inspiring, the luncheon raised an incredible $1,000,000 to support Hospice Austin’s mission of providing compassionate end-of-life care.

How CFOs can harness the power of their shifting role HealthLeaders - Analysis; by Marie Defreitas; 11/17/25 As turnover rises and expectations expand, CFOs are redefining their influence; from financial stewards to enterprise strategists and even future CEOs. The role's evolution demands new skills, deeper relationships, and a broader vision of what value means. ...

[Hospice] Christmas drive ongoing for local nursing homes McAlester News-Capital, Stigler, OK; by Remus Martin; 11/11/25 San Bois Hospice [in southeast Oklahoma] is hosting a Christmas drive for local nursing homes lasting until Dec. 10. Stacey Harvey, marketing employee with San Bois Hospice, started the drive eight years ago with the organization. ... She said children are always remembered during Christmas time, but the elderly tend to be forgotten. They want to make sure people in the nursing home are not forgotten and receive gifts.

United Way helps Hospice in the Pines bring care to all The Lufkin Daily News, Lufkin, TX; by Ruben Ibarra, Jr.; 11/15/25 For nearly four decades, Hospice in the Pines has offered end-of-life care with compassion to hundreds of families each year. Now approaching its 40th anniversary, the nonprofit continues to provide care to patients across 12 counties, with crucial support from the United Way of Angelina County helping fill the gaps for those who cannot afford care. ... Through the United Way, Hospice in the Pines receives funding that directly supports charity care for uninsured patients. Each year, the nonprofit provides more than $250,000 worth of medical services and equipment to individuals who have no Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance coverage, making sure patients receive the same level of care as any other.

Carolina Caring Foundation “Gift Back” grant provides cardio-pulmonary supplies at no cost to patients Carolina Caring, Newton, NC; Press Release; 11/10/25 In a powerful demonstration of its mission to support compassionate, whole-person care, Carolina Caring Foundation has awarded a $1,000 Gift Back grant to fund cardio-pulmonary equipment for patients served through Carolina Caring’s Palliative Care program. ... While hospice patients often receive these medical supplies at no cost, palliative patients do not qualify for those same benefits—causing barriers to care. The Gift Back grant closes that gap. Carolina Caring Foundation used the $1000 to fund numerous medical devices: 19 scales, 12 electronic blood pressure cuffs, and 10 pulse oximeters, all provided at no cost to the Palliative Care program or its patients. 

Hospice to deliver meals for homebound patients' Thanksgiving: Program volunteers will deliver over 700 Thanksgiving Day dinners on Nov. 27. Pike County Courier, Scranton, PA; 11/12/25 Hospice of the Sacred Heart will again spread the spirit of gratitude and compassion this holiday season through its annual Thanksgiving Program, taking place on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 27. This is the program’s 20th year. Each year, staff and volunteers come together to prepare, package, and deliver traditional Thanksgiving meals to Hospice of the Sacred Heart patients receiving care at home, along with their families. Over 700 meals are expected to be delivered. ... Diane Baldi, CEO, Hospice of the Sacred Heart said, “This program allows us to bring comfort, care, and a sense of togetherness to our patients and their families on one of the most meaningful days of the year.”

Inside Compassus’ 2-pronged plan to expand Providence joint venture Home Health Care News; by Morgan Gonzales; 11/11/25 The joint venture between Compassus and not-for-profit health system Providence is set to expand through two key growth tactics. ... For the first pillar, the joint venture aims to expand through multiple sources within Providence, including case management, discharge planning, hospital-based clinicians and Providence’s ambulatory environment. ... Its second growth strategy looks outside of the Providence ecosystem for referrals, whether from long-term care facilities, skilled nursing facilities or physicians working directly with patients. 

From good to better with Andrew Molosky Teleios Collaborative Network (TCN); podcast hosted by Chris Comeaux with Andrew Molosky; 11/12/25 In this week’s special joint episode of TCNtalks and Anatomy of Leadership, host Chris Comeaux welcomes Andrew Molosky, President and CEO of Chapters Health System.  Together, they explore what it means to lead with perseverance, authenticity, and vision in times of change. Andrew shares powerful insights on cultivating culture, navigating uncertainty, and the role of vulnerability in leadership.