Hospice of Golden Isles returns to independent operations

Hospice of Golden Isles returns to independent operations 
Savannah Tribune - Social and Community News; by Savannah Tribune; 10/2/24 
Hospice of the Golden Isles (HGI) is pleased to announce it will resume independent operations in the coming months. This decision was made as HGI approaches the final year of its five-year agreement with Alivia Care, a Florida-based nonprofit hospice provider. Throughout the affiliation, HGI faced significant challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, increased for-profit competition, and Medicare reimbursement changes. Despite these challenges, HGI has continued to deliver high-quality care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. “We are incredibly grateful for the benefits this partnership has brought to Hospice of the Golden Isles,” said Paula DiLandro, Executive Director of HGI. “However, as the Board of Directors assessed the current landscape, they realized the factors that initially drove the affiliation are no longer as pressing. After careful consideration, the Board decided to return to independent operations, ensuring the future success of HGI.”