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Hospice Savannah launches The GUIDE Model for Dementia Care Savannah Business Journal; by Staff Report; 6/30/25 Hospice Savannah will launch their latest program, Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE), on July 1 through the Steward Center for Palliative Care in partnership with the Edel Caregiver Institute. The GUIDE model offers enhanced services for people living with dementia along with support for their caregivers. Its’ focus is to bring high-quality dementia care for all individuals, including those in underserved communities.GUIDE recognizes the complex challenges families face in caring for a loved one with dementia. This model provides a framework for delivering care with additional resources that were not available until now.  

Visiting nurse organization makes interim leader permanent Valley News, White River Junction, VT; by Lukas Dunford; 7/3/25 The board of Visiting Nurse and Hospice for Vermont and New Hampshire has appointed a new chief executive officer. Tammy L. Tarsa, who has served as interim CEO and president of VNH since March, will replace Johanna Beliveau, who served as CEO from 2018 to 2025. Tarsa began at VNH as chief clinical officer in 2022. Since then, she led a financial sustainability plan and improved VNH’s hospice rating to four stars. The rating is based on a family caregiver experience survey, which the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services, or CMS, uses to assess the experiences of patients and their informal primary caregivers. Tarsa also increased payouts by 310% from the Home Health Value-Based Purchasing Model, a program designed by the CMS to reward quality and efficiency in home health care. 

Petaluma and Santa Rosa hospice workers kick off 2-day strike against Providence Petaluma Argus-Courier, Petaluma, CA; 7/2/25 Nearly 100 hospice workers and supporters protested in Petaluma and Santa Rosa on Wednesday as part of a two-day strike against what they call bad-faith bargaining with Providence as the health care giant joins forces with a private equity-backed hospice company. The hospice workers, who are represented by the National Union of Healthcare Workers, said they’ve been locked in negotiations for their first contract for two years and are frustrated with Providence’s “stalling.” They accuse the health care provider of not wanting to settle their contract while it works on a joint venture with a for-profit company. 

Home Health & Hospice’s 35th Jiggety Jog surpasses goal: Annual fundraiser supports McClure Miller Respite House Vermont Biz (VB), The University of Vermont Health Network - Home Health & Hospice; by Tim; 7/3/25 A rainy forecast couldn’t stop supporters of the McClure Miller Respite House from gathering on May 31 for the University of Vermont Health Network - Home Heath & Hospice’s 35th Jiggety Jog. The annual 5K run/walk raises funds to directly support the care of residents at the Respite House in Colchester. The 2025 Jiggety Jog included 247 participants and secured 530 donations surpassing the event goal of $125,000. Meeting this goal will provide more than 140 days of care at Vermont’s only Medicare-certified inpatient hospice residence. 

Hospice of Redmond to host special presentation by Project Recover: Bringing missing military home The Source, Redmond, OR; 7/1/25 Hospice of Redmond is honored to announce a special presentation featuring Project Recover, an organization dedicated to finding and bringing home military personnel missing in action (MIA). The event will take place on Thursday, July 9, 2025, from 1:30-3:00 PM ... The presentation will feature Adrian De La Rosa, Chief Operating Officer of Project Recover, who will share insights into the organization's critical work. ... "At Hospice of Redmond, Veterans are near and dear to our hearts," said Jody Logsdon, Volunteer Coordinator at Hospice of Redmond. "We believe every veteran deserves to be honored, thanked for their sacrifice, and returned home with the dignity they’ve earned. ..."

LP Quinn Elementary students raise nearly $13K for High Peaks Hospice; Each grade chose a different way to fundraise The Sun, Tupper Lake, NY; News Report; 6/24/25 The students of LP Quinn Elementary School have once again proven the power of community, creativity, and compassion. During May, the entire school united in their annual fundraising campaign and raised an incredible $12,600+ for High Peaks Hospice. Each grade level chose a unique fundraising strategy, highlighting the ingenuity and heart of LP Quinn students:

Snowline rethinks donation policy Mountain Democrat, Placerville, CA; News Release; 6/18/25 ... Operated in support of Snowline’s nonprofit mission, its thrift stores raise crucial funds to provide palliative care, hospice services, bereavement and veteran support to individuals and families throughout our region. Recently, in response to feedback from the community about donation limitations, Snowline opened its doors to accept a broader range of donated items. The goal was simple: to be more accommodating and say “yes” more often to those wanting to give. ... While the outpouring of donations was generous and deeply appreciated, this well-intentioned shift led to a significant rise in items that simply could be resold, things that were broken, torn, incomplete or nonfunctional. As a result, waste removal costs have skyrocketed in the thousands due to an increased number of trash runs and landfill fees. These unexpected expenses threaten Snowline’s ability to direct maximum funds toward the care programs that are at the heart of its mission. “We want to be a resource for our community and also remain good stewards of the donations we receive,” said Director of Thrift Operations Daron Hairabedian. “But we also have a responsibility to ensure the dollars raised through our thrift operations go where they matter most, supporting patients and families in the most vulnerable times of their lives.” To preserve the long-term sustainability of Snowline’s vital programs, including palliative care and grief support services, Snowline Thrift Stores will return to a more selective donation process. 

Oregon Health Authority seeking public input on Providence home health and hospice deal Oregon Capital Insider; by Mia Maldonado; 6/18/25 The Oregon Health Authority is seeking public input on a proposal from Compassus, a home health provider, to acquire 50% of Providence Home Health and Hospice in Oregon. Under the proposal, the for-profit company would take over management of Providence’s Oregon home health and hospice agencies operating in Beaverton, Hood River, Salem, Seaside, Silverton/Mt. Angel, Medford, Newberg, Oregon City and Portland. The Oregon Health Authority hopes to receive public comment from patients and caregivers of patients who have received home health or home hospice services from Providence. The agency wants to hear about Oregonians’ experiences with Providence and any thoughts about the proposed deal.

Teleios announces addition of Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice Teleios Collaborative Network (TCN), Hendersonville, NC; by Tina Gentry; 6/17/25 Teleios Collaborative Network (TCN) announced the addition of Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice (SSRCH) as a member. Since 2007, SSRCH has been providing compassionate care and quality of life to all those in need through its hospice and palliative care programs. Although most patients are served wherever they call home, they offer a beautiful inpatient center for patients when needed. In addition to these services, SSRCH also provides grief support to the community and offers the We Honor Veterans and No One Dies Alone programs.

'Walk for Hospice' raises $160K for patient programsCBS News 6 WRGB, Albany, NY; by Stephanie Ryan; 6/14/25Grey skies couldn't keep walkers away from a good cause Saturday. An estimated 1,000 people turned out for the 25th Annual “Walk for Hospice” held at Siena College. Walkers of all ages participated in the fundraiser in honor or in memory of loved ones. There was food, fun, facepainting, and music from The Refrigerators. The event raised an incredible $160,000 for patient programs, like music and massage therapies to comfort patients, a special Wish Fund, and Camp Erin – a bereavement camp for children and teens who have lost a significant person in their lives.

Nancy Streber Memorial Golf Classic continues record-breaking fundraising for McLaren Hospice myfenton.com, Fenton, MI; Press Release; 6/13/25 The 28th Annual Memorial Golf Classic, held on May 10 at Heather Hills Golf Course in Romeo, Michigan, raised more than $15,000 in support of McLaren Hospice’s end-of-life care services—surpassing its previous fundraising record set in 2024. Founded by Dave Streber and his family, the event honors the memory of his mother, Nancy, and the compassionate care her father received as a McLaren patient. This year’s outing welcomed 144 participants, making it one of the largest and most successful events in the tournament’s history.

College Station store hosts Hospice Brazos Valley’s benefit this Father’s Day KBTX, Bryan, TX; by Abigail Truman; 6/9/25 This Father’s Day, Hospice Brazos Valley is partnering with Murdoch’s Ranch and Home to encourage families to spend their holiday with classic cars, barbecue, and supporting a good cause. Guys, Gears, and Grills is an event that gives you a chance to do all of dad’s favorites while raising money to support Brazos Valley Hospice. “We’re the only nonprofit hospice in the Brazos Valley, meaning we’ll never send you a bill... And we gave over $250,000 in complementary care last year,” Collen Broussaurd with Brazos Valley Hospice explained its mission.

Commonwealth Hospice cuts ribbon on new office Times Leader, forty Fort, WY; by Sam Zavada; 6/10/25 Commonwealth Hospice — formerly based in Berwick — now has a presence in the Wyoming Valley. They held a ribbon-cutting and open house at their new office at the 900 Rutter Avenue building on Tuesday afternoon. The new location officially opened about two weeks ago. Residents of Luzerne County will now have access to the services provided by Commonwealth Hospice, including nursing assistance, social work and bereavement and spiritual care. Commonwealth also has a team of volunteers who can go to patients rather than vice versa.