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Blue Ridge Care has ribbon cutting for its Hope Campus
06/16/26 at 03:00 AMCelebrating the opening of the Hope Campus with community ribbon cutting Blue Ridge Care, Winchester, VA; by Blue Ridge Care Marketing; 6/12/26 A New Home for Care, Connection, and Support: Blue Ridge Care [formerly known as Blue Ridge Hospice] officially celebrated the opening of its Hope Campus on Thursday, June 11, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held in partnership with the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber. ... One Campus, Many Ways to Care: The Hope Campus brings together several Blue Ridge Care programs in one place, including our Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) at Blue Ridge Independence at Home; our Community Grief Support Services at the Center for Hope & Healing; Volunteer Services; and our new Supportive Care Program.
Hospice care takes a community: Lynn Mock
06/16/26 at 02:00 AMHospice care takes a community: Lynn Mock Cleveland.com, Cleveland, OH; by guest columnist Lynn Mock, chief strategy officer for Reserve Care; 6/14/26 ... Across Northern Ohio, families face some of life’s most difficult moments when a loved one is living with serious illness. In those moments, medical expertise matters. But so does something less clinical, but just as essential: human presence. Hospice brings both. ... This support allows patients to focus on what matters most in the time they have. But hospice does not stand alone in that work. It is strengthened by the community around it. ... Community support also makes grief care possible.
The Foundation of Community Hospice & Palliative Care celebrates grand Opening of the Dorion Family Pediatric Center
06/15/26 at 03:00 AMThe Foundation of Community Hospice & Palliative Care celebrates grand Opening of the Dorion Family Pediatric Center PR Newswire, Jacksonville, FL; by The Foundation of Community Hospice & Palliative Care; 6/12/26The Foundation of Community Hospice & Palliative Care celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the Dorion Family Pediatric Center on Thursday, June 11, marking a significant milestone in expanding care for children with serious and complex illnesses in Northeast Florida. More than 300 community leaders, donors, families, and supporters gathered at the Earl B. Hadlow Campus to commemorate the opening of the new center, which is the first-of-its-kind pediatric hospice and palliative care center in Florida and one of only a few in the United States.
Celebration of Compassion raises over $100,000 for Hosparus Health Hospice Care Center
06/15/26 at 02:00 AMCelebration of Compassion raises over $100,000 for Hosparus Health Hospice Care Center Hosparus Health, Louisville, KY; Press Release; 6/11/26 Hosparus Health, one of the region’s leading nonprofit providers of hospice and palliative care, hosted its fourth annual Celebration of Compassion on Friday, June 5, at the Kentucky Derby Museum. The inspiring evening, presented by Republic Bank Foundation, honored outstanding caregivers, donors, and community partners, and raised over $100,000 in support of a bold vision: building the region’s first standalone Hospice Care Center – a facility now under construction after breaking ground last fall. ... Becky Tooker, President of Hosparus Health said, “Because of this community, the vision for the Hospice Care Center has progressed from promise to reality—construction is underway, and we look ahead to opening in 2027.”
Chapters Health System awarded $150,000 grant from the Golisano Foundation to expand inclusive pediatric hospice care in Southwest Florida
06/12/26 at 03:00 AMChapters Health System awarded $150,000 grant from the Golisano Foundation to expand inclusive pediatric hospice care in Southwest Florida PR Newswire, Temple Terrace, FL; by Chapters Health System; 6/9/26 Chapters Health System, the nation's leading chronic illness innovator and largest nonprofit hospice provider, has received a $150,000 grant from the B. Thomas Golisano Foundation through the Chapters Health Foundation ... The grant will support the launch of "Advancing Inclusive Pediatric Hospice Care," an initiative designed to expand access to developmentally appropriate, family-centered end-of-life care, particularly for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities through the integration of a Certified Child Life Specialist and Hospital-Hospice Liaison at Hope Healthcare, a Chapters Health affiliate in Fort Myers.
Fashion for a Cause raises more than $300K for community health programs
06/11/26 at 03:00 AMFashion for a Cause raises more than $300K for community health programs Hospice of the Chesapeake; Press Release; 6/10/26 Hospice of the Chesapeake’s annual Fashion for a Cause event drew a sold-out crowd ready to celebrate community, style and families who depend on the nonprofit’s services. When the night was over, more than $300,000 had been raised for community health programs. ... Guests were treated to a red-carpet experience complete with bites from local restaurants, food trucks and a moving celebration of compassion and community care.
Stitching love
06/11/26 at 03:00 AMStitching love The Ironton Tribune, Ironton, OH; by Mark Shaffer Patriotic-themed quilts made by the Ohio Hospice Quilters are on display at the Lawrence County Courthouse. Some of the quilts are for sale to buy more quilting supplies and the others will be donated to veterans. Ohio Hospice Quilters has made hundreds of quilts to comfort. For years, the members of the Ohio Hospice Quilters have put their skills to use to bring comfort. ... Each quilt is catered to the recipient as much as possible, they are designed for men, women, veterans or to a person’s interest or hobby.
Pulling for Hospice draws record turnout
06/09/26 at 03:00 AMPulling for Hospice draws record turnout WIFR, South Beloit, IL; by Madalyne Korzeniewski and Caleb Mays; 6/7/26 Teams put their strength to the test Sunday during Pulling for Hospice, a fundraiser supporting Beloit Regional Hospice patients and their families. Teams of eight to 10 people competed to pull a fire truck 75 feet as quickly as possible. The event raises money for services not always covered through traditional care, including grief support and family programs. Beloit Regional Hospice has served families across southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois for more than 40 years. Organizers say the fundraiser has grown significantly since it began six years ago, expanding from about eight teams to 16 this year and moving to the Beloit Health System.
Every bead tells a story: Carolina Caring Foundation invests $5,000 in Beads of Courage® program for children facing serious illness
06/09/26 at 03:00 AMEvery bead tells a story: Carolina Caring Foundation invests $5,000 in Beads of Courage® program for children facing serious illness Carolina Caring; Press Release; 6/8/26 For children living with serious illness, every milestone matters. These moments of achievement can include completing a medical treatment, overcoming a hospital stay, celebrating a birthday, or reaching a personal goal for the first time. To help create more of these meaningful moments, the Carolina Caring Foundation has awarded a $5,000 Gift Back Grant to the Cardinal Kids Beads of Courage® program. This grant supports one of the many life enrichment experiences offered to pediatric patients and families served by Carolina Caring. Beads of Courage® is a nationally recognized program that honors the journeys of children facing complex medical conditions.
Aroostook Hospice Foundation nets funding
06/09/26 at 03:00 AMAroostook Hospice Foundation nets funding The County, Presque Isle, ME; by Aroostook Hospice; 6/3/26 The Aroostook Hospice Foundation recently received generous donor advised funding through the Maine Community Foundation in support of its Charity Care Patient Assistance Fund. The Foundation received a $15,000 contribution from the Willey Family Foundation as part of its five year pledge commitment connected to the naming of Suite 4 at the Aroostook House of Comfort. The gift was designated toward Charity Care. In addition, the Foundation received a $1,000 contribution from the Mimi Fund.
HopeHealth receives $200K grant to expand community engagement efforts
06/09/26 at 02:00 AMHopeHealth receives $200K grant to expand community engagement efforts Providence Business News, Providence, RI; by PBN Staff; 6/7/26 HopeHealth, the second-oldest hospice organization in the country, says it has received a $200,000 grant from Papitto Opportunity Connection to support the launch of a new community engagement program aimed at connecting underserved people with grief support, palliative care services and end-of-life care through hospice. The aims of the new program include building awareness of the benefits of palliative care, hospice, grief support and family caregiver support.
Hospice of the Valley charity art gala raises record $1.2 million
06/08/26 at 03:00 AMHospice of the Valley charity art gala raises record $1.2 million Hospice of the Valley; by Lin Sue Flood; 5/21/26 The energy inside the JW Marriott Camelback Inn ballroom was electric, as a spirited crowd of 500 gathered to support Hospice of the Valley’s compassionate care and community programs. The result was a historic $1.2 million raised at this year’s charity gala: aaha! art. food. wine. ... This record-breaking night also enables Hospice of the Valley’s specialized programs to continue to expand, from dementia support to grief counseling and community education provided at no charge.
Sunset Nursing & Rehabilitation Center partners with Hospice & Palliative Care
06/08/26 at 03:00 AMSunset Nursing & Rehabilitation Center partners with Hospice & Palliative Care PRLOG - Press Release Distribution, Buffalo, NY; by Sunset Nursing & Rehabilitation Center; 6/5/26 Sunset Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Boonville, NY, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Hospice & Palliative Care, enhancing the level of care and support available to residents facing life-limiting illnesses. This collaboration introduces comprehensive hospice services within Sunset Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, ... Sunset Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides post-hospital rehabilitation, skilled nursing care and respite care. Hospice & Palliative Care delivers specialized hospice services and is the sole provider of hospice services in Boonville, NY.
A first look at first of its kind children's hospice in Florida
06/08/26 at 03:00 AMA first look at first of its kind children's hospice in Florida Ocala StarBanner; by Doug Engle; 6/3/26 The Bailey Family Tree of Wonder graces the hallway in The Foundation of Community Hospice & Palliative Care’s new Dorion Family Pediatric Center at 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville. The $10 million center was built within Community Hospice's Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring and is named in honor of the Dorion family, led by Dorothy "Dottie" Dorion and her late husband, George Dorion, longtime Community Hospice supporters.
Trellis Supportive Care supports CMS efforts to strengthen hospice oversight
06/05/26 at 03:00 AMTrellis Supportive Care supports CMS efforts to strengthen hospice oversight The Stokes News, Winston Salem, NC; by Ann Gauthreaux; 6/3/25 [Background information about the CMS Hospice six-month moratorium] “Hospice care should always represent dignity, compassion, and trust,” said Dr. Mike Lalor, CEO of Trellis Supportive Care. “Actions that address bad actors in our industry are necessary to preserve the integrity of hospice and ensure that patients receive the quality care they deserve.” Trellis Supportive Care wants to reassure patients, families, referral partners, and the broader community that this moratorium does not impact its services or operations. The organization continues to provide hospice, palliative, and supportive care throughout the region without interruption.
Community Hospice and Health Services invests in behavioral health
06/05/26 at 03:00 AMCommunity Hospice and Health Services invests in behavioral health Hospice News; by Jim Parker; 6/3/26 California-based Community Hospice and Health Services is extending its mission to improve quality of life into the behavioral health space. In addition to the nonprofit’s bereavement care program, five years ago it established Hope Counseling Mental Health Services, to provide talk therapy to individuals from the community in need of additional support. Licensed clinical social workers and a marriage and family therapist staff the center, according to Monica Ojcius, director of strategic development at Community Hospice. “We formalized a mild to moderate outpatient mental health program. We did that because folks heard about our services for people experiencing grief and bereavement after hospice,” Ojcius told Hospice News.
FBI Public Service Announcement: Emerging hospice fraud targeting Medicare recipients
06/04/26 at 03:00 AMFBI Public Service Announcement: Emerging hospice fraud targeting Medicare recipients Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Public Service Announcement, Alert Number I-060326-PSA; 6/3/26 The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is issuing this Public Service Announcement to warn the public of an emerging hospice fraud scheme that targets vulnerable Medicare recipients who are not in need of hospice services. Scammers are enrolling Medicare patients in hospice care for services they do not need or for services that are not provided. ... Tips to Protect Yourself:
Golfing for a cause: Tournament raises more than $190,000 for hospice
06/04/26 at 03:00 AMGolfing for a cause:Tournament raises more than $190,000 for hospice Herald-Advocate, Laurinburg, SC; by Lauren Monica; 6/2/26 Hospice of Scotland County raised more than $190,000 during its 40th annual golf tournament May 5-6 at Scotch Meadows Country Club, continuing a longtime fundraiser that supports hospice care for patients regardless of their ability to pay. ... The tournament, which serves communities in Scotland and Marlboro counties, has raised more than $5 million over four decades. Organizers said the 2025 total exceeded last year’s by $14,842. The tournament drew 250 golfers and featured about 300 auction items ...
‘Life-changing’: Florida’s first pediatric hospice and palliative care center to open in Jacksonville
06/04/26 at 03:00 AM‘Life-changing’: Florida’s first pediatric hospice and palliative care center to open in Jacksonville News4JAX, Jacksonville, FL; by Tiffany Salameh; 6/2/26 A new center opening in Jacksonville aims to provide children with serious illnesses and their families something many say is hard to find: a place designed specifically for them. The Dorion Family Pediatric Center, set to officially open June 11 inside the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring on Sunbeam Road, is being described as Florida’s first dedicated pediatric hospice and palliative care center and one of only a few such facilities in the nation. The center will become the new home of Community PēdsCare, a program that currently serves more than 300 children across Northeast Florida living with serious and complex medical conditions.
NPHI submits comments on FY 2027 Hospice Proposed Rule, urges CMS to strengthen transparency, support access, and advance meaningful reform
06/04/26 at 02:00 AMNPHI submits comments on FY 2027 Hospice Proposed Rule, urges CMS to strengthen transparency, support access, and advance meaningful reform National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation, Washington, DC; Press Release; 6/2/26The National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI), the national voice for nonprofit hospice and advanced illness care, has submitted formal comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update, Hospice Conditions of Participation Updates, and Hospice Quality Reporting Program Requirements proposed rule. In the letter, NPHI welcomed CMS’s continued engagement with hospice stakeholders and offered detailed recommendations designed to strengthen patient access, improve transparency, reduce unnecessary administrative burden, and support high-quality, community-based hospice and palliative care.
Repost: Modern Healthcare Awards, "Best Places to Work 2026"
06/03/26 at 12:00 AMMore Modern Healthcare Awards, "Best Places to Work in Healthcare 2026"Editor's Note: In addition to the organizations named in our 6/2/26 post, "Awards and Recognitions May 2026," we add these to the list. If we have inadvertently ommitted anyone, please email jberger@hospicepalliativecaretoday.com.
Tree of Life supporting hospice patients set up at YMCA
06/02/26 at 03:00 AMTree of Life supporting hospice patients set up at YMCA Beatrice Daily Sun, Beatrice, NE; by Christina Lyons; 5/28/26The Cottonwood Hospice Charitable Foundation Tree of Life was set up on Wednesday morning at the YMCA in Beatrice. The tree is to honor the memory of those individuals who have been touched by local hospice services. Each leaf on the tree signifies a donation made to the foundation in memory of a loved one. The foundation uses the funds from the leaves to provide support to hospice patients. ... In addition to the tree, there are fliers and information for Cottonwood Hospice and the foundation in the lobby of the YMCA.
Minster Baseball Hospice Night raises record $8,000 for Grand Lake Hospice
06/02/26 at 03:00 AMMinster Baseball Hospice Night raises record $8,000 for Grand Lake Hospice Mercer County Outlook, Minster, OH; by Mercer County Outlook Staff; 5/30/26 The Minster Wildcats baseball program once again brought the community together for a meaningful cause during its annual “Minster Baseball Hospice Night,” raising a record $8,000 this year to benefit Grand Lake Hospice. ... In addition to fundraising, Hospice Night serves as a time of remembrance and recognition for local families who have been touched by hospice care. The Minster baseball program continues to honor those individuals, reinforcing the personal connections that make the event so impactful.
‘Behind the blue’: social work's Abbie Latimer on how to support those who are suffering
06/02/26 at 03:00 AM‘Behind the blue’: social work's Abbie Latimer on how to support those who are suffering UKNow | University of Kentucky HealthCare, Lexington, KY; by Kody Kiser; 6/1/26 When someone we care about is going through something painful, many of us struggle with the same question: what do I say? On this episode of “Behind the Blue,” Abbie Latimer, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the University of Kentucky College of Social Work, discusses hospice and palliative care, serious illness communication and how people can better support one another during difficult moments. Latimer also holds an affiliate appointment in the UK College of Medicine’s Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Palliative and Supportive Care.
Lawmakers boost grant awards for local nonprofits
06/02/26 at 03:00 AMLawmakers boost grant awards for local nonprofits The Honolulu Star, Honolulu, HI; by Andrew Gomes; 6/1/26 About 170 Hawaii nonprofits providing food, healthcare and other services are slated to share $40 million in legislative grants this year. ... ... This year, the biggest award was $1 million for Hospice of Hilo [doing business as Hospice of Hilo] ... in part to help the organization build a workforce training center in Hilo that would help turn out a new generation of palliative care professionals to serve more Hawaii island community members.