by Kim Snarr | Aug 2, 2016 | Donations, hospice care, Community, Spiritual Care, volunteers, physicians, palliative care, integrative medicine
Bonnie Wismer smiles when hand delivered an arrangement of fresh pastel flowers at her home. She and many other patients cared for by Suncoast Hospice, a member of Empath Health, have enjoyed this gesture of kindness carried out by our staff on behalf of the Random...
by Candyl Eyster | Jun 28, 2016 | pace, hospice care, Home health, caregiver, Prevention
The importance of preparing With hurricane season officially upon us, all Florida residents must be prepared with supplies, a list of key contacts and a variety of plans: to take care of pets, for family members to find one another, to ensure others are safe, if...
by Kim Snarr | May 31, 2016 | palliative care, hospice care, caregiver
Living with a respiratory condition can be a longtime, difficult journey. For those approaching the end of life, respiratory therapy helps them breathe easier with greater comfort. Registered respiratory therapist Tricia “Trish” Livingstone, RRT has worked in this...
by Kim Snarr | May 17, 2016 | Community, physicians, hospice care, care centers, advance care planning, caregiver
In honor of the upcoming World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development on May 21, we join in celebrating the many cultures of our world and community. As we’re all part of different cultures, we’re also all unique. In hospice care, we embrace every...
by Kim Snarr | May 11, 2016 | palliative care, hospice care, careers, Nursing
It’s National Nurses Week and we’re celebrating the many dedicated, warmhearted nurses who care for patients and families. At Empath Health, nurses serve on every care team as well as in other roles and services. Our team nurses extend their skills, knowledge and...
by Kim Snarr | Apr 13, 2016 | care centers, volunteers, veterans, teen volunteers, inspiration, hospice care, grief, bereavement, Special Events
It’s National Volunteer Week and we celebrate all those helping others in need across America. Special thanks and appreciation to the many volunteers who support our Empath Health integrated network of care in Tampa Bay. They shine as lights of inspiration, dedicating...
