Construction Has Begun on the Assisted Living and Hospice Inpatient Center
January 5, 2012
View is from the parking lot of the new Hospice Inpatient Center. Ground has been leveled and ready for a foundation.
fter more than two years of planning,
Hospice of Hope has officially broken ground on two exciting community projects. In late 2012, a 32-room Assisted Living Facility and an 8-bed Hospice Inpatient Center will call Maysville their home. As a recognized community unmet need, Hospice of Hope in the process of creating a “Senior Living Community” environment that residents will want to choose and consider when making lifestyle decisions. The design, location, amenities and grounds will create a desired homelike environment while in a safe supervised atmosphere. Highlights of the project will be
Kenton Pointe Assistant Living Facility and
Hospice of Hope Inpatient Care Center.
34 acres of land has been acquired adjacent to Kenton Station Golf Course in Maysville, Kentucky where construction has already begun with an anticipated completion date of late 2012 for both projects. The total costs of these projects is over $9.5 million dollars and Hospice of Hope had secured funding for just over $7.3 million. Currently, the organization is conducting a $2.2 million building campaign to complete the funding needs of the project. See attached brochure on how you or your business can help support these projects.
17th Annual Hospice of Hope Bowl-A-Thon
January 5, 2012
he 17th annual Hospice of Hope Bowl-A-Thon is scheduled for
Saturday, February 18th and Sunday, February 19th. As always, this annual fundraiser will be held at T&C Bowling Alley in Aberdeen, OH with all proceeds supporting end-of-life care services at Hospice of Hope. For only $15 you can enjoy three games of bowling that comes with shoes, a ball, soft drink and chips. Start times for Saturday will be 2:00 and 12:30 on Sunday. We invite you to join us for a Fun Weekend of Bowling, Music, Raffle, Silent Auction, and our "Memory Wall". Purchase an "angel" in honor or memory of a loved one for only $1 each. Angels are available at Hospice of Hope, and at Town and Country Lanes. Also back this year is our Colored Pins where you can earn additional prizes. Call T&C Bowling Alley at 937-795-2153 to reserve your lane. Call today as spaces do spaces do fill up quickly.
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Honoring America's Veterans
We Honor Veterans Program Helping Hospices Better Care for Veterans
November 8, 2011
t surprises many Americans to learn that 25 percent of all deaths in the U.S. are Veterans. That's 1,800 people a day; more than 680,000 Veteran deaths every year. As the nation honors these American heroes for their military service on Veterans Day, November 11, it's important to remember that they also deserve recognition and compassionate care at the end of life's journey.
An innovative program, We Honor Veterans, is helping healthcare professionals honor our Veterans. The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs launched We Honor Veterans, a pioneering campaign to help improve the care dying Veterans receive from the nation's hospice and palliative care providers. By recognizing the unique needs of our nation's Veterans who are facing a life-limiting illness, hospice and palliative care providers are able to accompany and guide these men and women towards a more peaceful ending. For Veterans who experienced combat service or other trauma, this can be particularly important as experiences from the past may resurface at the end of life. “All hospices are serving Veterans but often aren't aware of that person's service in the armed forces. Through We Honor Veterans we are taking a giant step forward in helping hospice and palliative care professionals and volunteers understand and serve Veterans at the end of life,” said J. Donald Schumacher `NHPCO president and CEO. “It is time that we step up and acquire the necessary skills and fulfill our mission to serve these men and women with the dignity they deserve.”
More than 1,000 hospice organizations across the country, Including Hospice of Hope, have joined We Honor Veterans and are increasing their skills and capacity for serving Veterans. Activities range from utilizing a military history checklist at admission, recognition events like pinning ceremonies and certificate presentations, to outreach to other community organizations. Additionally, WHV is helping hospices work more effectively with VA medical facilities in their communities. As we celebrate our nation’s heroes this Veterans Day – and every day of the year – we must not forget that it is never too late to give them a hero's welcome home. Learn more at www.WeHonorVeterans.org.
Governor Presents $800,000 in Grant Funding for Hospice Assisted Living Project
January 25, 2011
entucky Governor
Steve Beshear joined state and local officials in Maysville Friday for the presentation of $800,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding for Hospice of Hope's planned assisted living facility and separate Hospice inpatient facility, known as Kenton Pointe Assisted Living.
"This is something to celebrate, ladies and gentlemen," Beshear said of the Hospice project. Beshear said harsh economic times and the state's budget woes eroding its ability to provide basic services should not and are not excuses for "doing nothing." "Instead, we have taken the opposite attitude here in Kentucky, we have become more aggressive in making things happen," he said.
Beshear said regardless of the economy, Kentuckians are finding ways to maintain and improve services, including access to quality health services. Beshear said it is hard to believe that there is no assisted living facility in the Buffalo Trace area, making the Hospice project a special cause for celebration.
The 32 units in the assisted living facility will each have a bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and small laundry and provide senior citizens the independence many crave while placing them within reach of assistance when needed. The eight in-patient units for Hospice are for those who require more care and services but still allows them to be in a home-like environment.
Beshear said there is no better program than Hospice for such a project because of its service to people during a difficult time in their lives. "I'm proud that the state could step up and be a part of this," he said.
Beshear said a primary focus for his administration has been the creation of jobs, something this project will also allow. "It's going to create construction jobs and right now that's really good news… it will also, as I understand it, create 40 permanent jobs," he said.
During his remarks, Beshear spoke of other healthcare-related initiatives undertaken during his administration including K-Chip and a dental initiative, both of which increase health care access to children. "A healthy child or a healthy Kentuckian is going to be a productive Kentuckian," Beshear said.
Additionally, Beshear said the Kentucky Prescription Assistance Program had helped secure more than $62 million in prescription drugs for those who cannot afford the necessary medications on their own.
Beshear said the state has laid the groundwork for a statewide network of trauma care and is in the process of establishing a health information exchange which can allow a doctor to access a person's full health history from anywhere. Beshear said the information exchange would reduce costs for people since fewer duplicate procedures would be done.
Beshear commended all who have been involved in the Hospice project, recognizing State Sen. Robin Webb, State Rep. Mike Denham, Mason County Judge-Executive James "Buddy" Gallenstein, Maysville Mayor David Cartmell, the Buffalo Trace Area District Development staff and Kavin Cartmell, executive director of Hospice of Hope, for their efforts.
Beshear also recognized Bob Vance, Kentucky Environmental and Public Protection secretary, and Tom Fern, state director of Rural Development from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. "You know folks, these things don't just happen," Beshear said. "They happen because all of you come together to make it happen."
David Cartmell said there are two projects the city has been working on since he first became mayor. One, the Hayswood Hospital, is still a work-in-progress, but the dreams of an assisted living facility are coming to fruition.
Gallenstein also said an assisted living facility has been a goal since he became judge executive.
"What a great day for our community," he said.
Webb offered her congratulations for "Team Kavin" and praised Hospice for being a "special organization" that has touched many families, and will continue to touch families.
"I'm a baby boomer, too, and certainly the needs are going to be greater than perhaps the resources we have," she said.
Denham pulled a sheet of paper from his pocket during his remarks and said it was a list of projects foremost in his priorities. He said he is now able to mark off the assisted living project.
"On the other side of this I have new ones, which I'll talk to you about next week," Denham told Beshear.
Kavin Cartmell introduced Sally Teegarden to share her story about her experiences with Hospice. Hospice was with Teegarden's mother, father, mother-in-law and father-in-law when they passed. She also trained to be a volunteer with Hospice.
Teegarden said some time after she lost her father she ran into a woman who had helped care for him. That woman told Teegarden she still missed her father.
"Hospice of Hope became like an extended family to us," Teegarden said.
Teegarden said with Hospice of Hope, a family has peace and hope during a difficult time.
The final plans for the assisted living and in-patient facilities were unveiled during the presentation just before the check presentation, which Beshear joked was the "really important part."
The $800,000 in CDBG grant funding is only a portion of the funding for the project. Hospice of Hope has also received a Rural Development Community Facilities loan from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for $3 million with an interest rate of 3.75 percent over 40 years.
Total cost for the project is estimated to be between $7 and 8 million.
Construction is slated to begin in the spring of 2011 with the facility opening in 2012.
The facilities will be located on 25 acres near the Kenton Station Golf Course.
Story from THE LEDGER INDEPENDENT
Not Always “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”
December 21, 2010
he winter holidays are generally perceived as “the most wonderful time of the year.” But for those who are facing grief after the death of a loved one, the holidays may instead be a time filled with pain and sadness. Even those for whom grief is not as fresh, the holidays may serve as an annual reminder of the loss–not only of that person, but of tradition and celebration.
Bereavement professionals working in hospice and palliative care understand how difficult this season can be. They support families coping with loss all year long. Bereavement counselors stress the importance of making decisions that feel right to the grieving person, and giving oneself permission to make new or different choices at the holidays.
Grief experts remind us that:
- Holidays often center on certain traditions and rituals. For some, continuing these traditions without a loved one may be an important way to continue sharing their memory. For others, it may be more comforting to develop new rituals to help lessen the pain and immediacy of the loss.
- While the holidays can be filled with meaning, they can also be filled with pressure and stress because of additional tasks such as shopping, baking and decorating. Grieving people should be encouraged to prioritize what needs to be done, and focus on those projects that may bring them pleasure. Perhaps the gift list can be pared down, cards need not be sent out, or another family member can cook the family dinner this year.
- The holidays can bring opportunities to remember the person who has died in a way that is personally meaningful. Some families choose to participate in holiday events at a local hospice. Others may choose to share special family stories over a meal. Some may find that making a donation to a special charity or volunteering time to help others in need may be a comforting way to honor their loved one.
Hospice and palliative care professionals know of the importance of providing emotional and spiritual support to those who are grieving but most importantly, they remind us that a person grieving should do what's most comfortable for him or her during this time of year.
Many people may not be aware of the support Hospice of Hope offers to members of our community who are struggling with grief during the holiday season. If you or someone you know may be struggling with issues related to loss, I encourage you to contact Hospice of Hope for support. For more information, contact Hospice of Hope at 800-928-4848.
Hospice of Hope Partners with the FHSSA Initiative
October 1, 2010
s part of the FHSSA partnership, Hospice of Hope has joined the program as a supporting hospice for an organization in Sub-Sarahan Africa. Our partner is the Cicetekelo Hospice and is located in Ndola, Zambia. This hospice was formed in 1996 and has served over 2,700 patients since the beginning. At present, over 80 hospice partners from organizations across the U.S. provide resources to advocate for and assist in the provision of quality, compassionate hospice and palliative care in multiple African countries.
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FHSSA.
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ome people mistakenly think hospice care is just about dying…that hospice is the place you call when there's nothing more that can be done. Nothing could be further from the truth. Hospice helps patients and families focus on living.
