Hospice of Hope Recognized as a Best Place to Work
January 25, 2012
ospice of Hope was recently recognized as one of the best places to work in Kentucky. The Kentucky Society for Human Resources Management (KYSHRM), in conjunction with the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, recently announced the finalists in the Eighth Annual Best Places to Work in Kentucky competition. Winners from across the state were selected in two categories: small/medium-sized employer (companies of 25 to 249 U.S. employees) and large-sized employer (companies of 250 U.S. employees or greater). Hospice of Hope is classified as a small/medium size employer. The selection process, managed by Best Companies Group, is based on an assessment of the company's employee policies and procedures and the results of an internal employee survey. The competition is a multi-year initiative designed to motivate companies in the Commonwealth to focus, measure and move their workplace environments toward excellence.
Kavin Cartmell, Executive Director for Hospice of Hope added, “We extend congratulations to our Board of Directors, our staff, dedicated volunteers and our communities for helping us with this achievement. We could not achieve this level of success without this our tremendous support”.
Final rankings will be announced at a banquet in April. For more details about Best Places to Work in Kentucky visit www.bestplacestoworkky.com.
Hospice of Hope Welcomes New Volunteers
January 23, 2012
Left to right: Marrie Hall, Ron Sutton, Brittany Coy, Herb Rumford, Stephanie Simms, Davina Newton (Volunteer Coordinator), Aurora Jones.
t a recent volunteer training,
Hospice of Hope welcomed aboard six new volunteers. Volunteers help in a variety of ways including fundraising, office work and patient care support.
Davina Newton, Volunteer Coordinator added, “Our volunteers are a very important piece of our mission to provide quality end-of-life care. They provide much needed support and companionship to our patients and caregivers”.
We are still looking for volunteers to help in a variety of ways. If interested call Davina Newton at 759-4050 to find out how you can help support Hospice of Hope.
Leadership Horizons Visits Office
January 23, 2012
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Leadership Horizons class of 2011-2012 made a visit to our office during the annual
Health and Human Services Day. Each year, participants of the group spend a day learning about the various healthcare options in around our service area. Also included in the day was a tour or Fleming County Hospital, the Women's Crisis Center, DaVita Dialysis and Meadowview Regional Medical Center.
The photograp to the left was taken at Fleming County Hospital: Front Row: Paula Fryman, Missy Stitt, Jeff Drury, Dana Calland, Angela Reaves, Dana Belcher and Tiffany Reeder. Back Row: Tracey Parriman, Katie Wallingford, Terry Wilson, Bill Kamer, Davina Newton, Kyle Shadoan, Melissa Greenwell and Drew Watts. Not Pictured: Nola Berry, Paul Wallingford, Mary Bishop, Rhonda Purdon.
First Step Program
December 29, 2011
ospice of Hope and Limestone Family YMCA, and Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley and Highland County Family YMCA have collaborated to bring the community a new program to assist people as they move through the grief process. First Step is a program specifically designed for individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved one. This unique program incorporates gentle exercise, healthy living tips, skills to assist in the grieving process, and the support of others who are walking the same path. Join us on this journey.
Both groups will meet February 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 and March 1, 6, and 8 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Limestone Family YMCA in Maysville, and Highland County YMCA in Hillsboro, Ohio.
Hospice of Hope bereavement programs and support groups are free and open to the community. Individual support is also available. For more information, contact Peg Lynch at 800-928-4243.
Loss Support Group Scheduled
December 29, 2011
ospice of Hope will offer “Tear Soup” – a 4-week educational group for individuals who have lost a loved one. Groups will meet in both our Kentucky and Ohio offices beginning January 10 at 5:30 p.m. at Adams County Regional Medical Center (2nd floor); and beginning January 12 at 5:30 p.m. at Hospice of Hope in Maysville.
Please join us in finding and providing support to others who are struggling with the loss of a spouse or partner. Learn about grief, its challenges, and the opportunity for finding new meaning.
Hospice of Hope bereavement programs and support groups are free and open to the community. Individual support is also available. For more information, contact Peg Lynch at 800-928-4243.
Hillsboro Eagles Conducts 3rd Annual Poker Run
November 3, 2011
agles Riders of the Hillsboro, OH Eagles Club #1161 recently conducted a
Poker Run with all proceeds benefiting Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley. This marks the third year for the Poker Run which has raised over three thousand dollars to help fund the end-of-life care needs for Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley patients & families. Presenting the check is Judy Roberts, Eagles Club Secretary. Accepting the check is Erin Richmond, Provider Relations Specialist with Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley.
How to Choose a Quality Hospice
October 6, 2011
epending on where you live there could be one or several hospice organizations serving your community. If there are multiple hospices
in your area, you can decide which hospice you want to care for you or your loved one and let your physician know which one you prefer.
The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization and Caring Connections have developed some questions to help you identify factors that may be important to you and your family when selecting a hospice. Click here to learn more about Hospice of Hope and our quality Initiatives.
Hospice of Hope Achieves We Honor Veterans Partner Level One Status
September 18, 2011
e Honor Veterans, a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has awarded Hospice of Hope a Partner Level One status. Hospice of Hope provides Veteran-centric education for staff and volunteers, and identifies patients with military experience.
We Honor Veterans invites hospices, state hospice organizations, Hospice-Veteran Partnerships and VA facilities to join a pioneering program focused on respectful inquiry, compassionate listening and grateful acknowledgment. By recognizing the unique needs of America's veterans and their families, community providers, in partnership with VA staff, learn how to accompany and guide them through their life stories toward a more peaceful ending.
2011 Hope for the Holidays Workshops
September 18, 2011
ach fall, workshops are scheduled in Hospice of Hope's Kentucky and Ohio service areas to provide our families and communities an opportunity to commemorate the death of loved ones and gain insight on how to cope with the approaching holiday season.
This year, we will present Hope for the Holidays—How Are You Coping?—a workshop designed to give you strategies for managing your grief during the holidays. Workshops will be held on November 13 at the Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley office in Mt. Orab at 2:00 p.m.; and at the Hospice of Hope office in Maysville on November 20 at 2:00 p.m. Come join us to share ideas, learn coping strategies, and discover ways to remember and honor your loved ones through the holiday season. We will make a remembrance luminaria for you to take home.
All programs are free and open to the community. Invite family and friends to attend with you. If you plan to attend, or would like information on Hospice of Hope bereavement programs and support groups, please call Peg Lynch at 800-928-4243.
In addition to workshops offered by Hospice of Hope, holiday memorial services are held in Bracken and Pendleton counties. Call Hospice of Hope (800-928-4243) for more information on these memorial services.
5K Run 2 Mile Walk Scheduled
September 2, 2011
n celebration of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, Hospice of Hope will be conducting an inaugural 5K Run and 2 Mile Walk. This fundraising event is scheduled for Saturday, October 8th at Maysville's Limestone Landing. Registration will be at 8:00am with the race starting promptly at 9:00am. Cost for the race is only $15 prior to the pre-registration date of September 23rd. After that day and the day of the race the cost will be $20. Click here for more details.
As part of the celebration of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, Hospice of Hope is proud to partner with the Cictekelo Hospice in Ndola, Zambia. Earlier this year, Hospice of Hope announced our partnership with the national FHSSA (Foundation for Hospices in Sub-Saharan Africa) initiative
. Proceeds from this event will help strengthen the awareness of FHSSA and to patients in Sub-Saharan Africa.
