Hospice of the Western Reserve Acquires Hospice of North Central Ohio

Hospice of the Western Reserve Acquires Hospice of North Central Ohio 
Longview News-Journal, Cleveland, OH; by Hospice of the Western Reserve; 8/1/24 
Hospice of the Western Reserve (HWR), a premier provider of hospice and palliative care services in Northern Ohio, has completed its acquisition of Hospice of North Central Ohio (HNCO) effective today. This strategic alliance aims to expand access to high-quality, comprehensive end-of-life care across a broader region. The news follows a February 2024 announcement that the two community-based, nonprofit agencies had entered a management services agreement, allowing HWR to begin a due diligence process in preparation for the full transition. The acquisition comes because of increased competition within the HNCO service area, economic challenges, and a need to stabilize and ultimately grow the organization.