Empath Health News and Blog
Tending To The Soul
One American Author writes, “I will not dishonor my soul with hatred, but offer myself humbly as a healer of misery, as a messenger of wonder, as an architect of peace.” You see, our souls need tending. That place within us where hope lives and compassion springs...
Volunteer Brightens Day of Couple in Hospice Care – WFTS ABC Action News Story
Sonia Hidalgo is a Suncoast Hospice volunteer who helps patients like Ed Wisner and Jo Beth who are receiving hospice care at home. Each week she visits the couple and helps by cooking meals and providing an upbeat, comforting presence. Watch the heartwarming story in...
How to Honor Your Loved Ones this Valentine’s Day
It’s that time of year again for Cupid to strike and chocolate and roses to delight – Valentine’s Day. Countless sweethearts and families will show their love and celebrate the occasion. What happens when the one you loved has died? You never forget the feelings you...
EPIC Generations: Supporting the Lives of LGBTQ Elders
Everyone can live better with support and care from the community, especially when aging. EPIC (Empath Partners in Care) Generations is a new program created to educate the community and respond to the unique challenges and needs of older LGBTQ residents in Pinellas...
Celebrating MLK Day of Service: Children Share Music with Seniors
Music is universal. It connects us, young and old. In honor of MLK Day of Service on January 21, we spotlight a group of elementary students with hearing loss who perform live musical shows twice a year for participants at Suncoast PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care...
Suncoast chief medical director working to curb narcotic use among seniors
William Burt, MD, DABFM, recently became chief medical director of our Suncoast PACE program. Dr. Burt has seen firsthand the impact of how having too few resources can affect patients. Learn how he helps seniors remain independent, reduces their pain and symptoms and...
Allow Yourself A Second Chance
I heard the story of a young man who shared his New Year’s resolutions with a close friend. His friend had to laugh when he heard the resolutions, saying “You put that same resolution on your list every year and every year you fail!” The young man smiled and...
MLK Day of Service: 2nd Annual Gospel Health Brunch Jan. 12
The late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. led with love, faith, unity, justice and service. We are proud to come together to serve in honor of his legacy at our second annual Gospel Health Brunch at Empath Health on Saturday, Jan. 12. Read the full story in the Weekly...
Meet Our 2018 Employee Catalyst Awardees
This has been another amazing year providing life-changing care and support to our community. We are committed to delivering the highest level of care and service to everyone we serve. Many of our employees stand out in their work and dedication to living our mission...
Local Artist Raises Awareness With Couture Condom Dresses
Local artist Ryan Young created a series of handmade dresses using condoms to raise awareness about our HIV services and the stigma associated with HIV. He conceptualized each dress after discussing the fight against HIV and AIDS with those personally impacted. We're...
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