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Volunteer Spotlight: Karin, The “Floral Volunteer”

Each week at the South County Service Center, Karin leans over a long table covered in stems and vases. With practiced care, she sorts through blooms—roses, carnations, daisies—donated by Trader Joe's....

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Empath Health Earns National Heart Failure Certifications Across Hospice and Home Health

Advancing Care with Compassion, Coordination, and Clinical Excellence Empath Health is proud to announce that four of our affiliates have achieved national certification from the American Heart Association for...

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Teen Volunteer Spotlight: A Song, a Smile and a Celebration

When 17-year-old volunteer Mallory walked into Irmagard's room with a guitar case in her hand, neither of them knew just how special the next hour would be. Irmagard, a patient with Suncoast Hospice, was...

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The Healing Power of Hydration: A Clinician’s Perspective on Full Life Care

By Dr. Nick Joseph, SVP, Complete Care Division At Empath Health, we believe every drop matters. Across home health, hospice, and other supportive services,...

How Do We Talk About Dying? Start Here.

Andrea Gibson died this week after four years of living with cancer. Their words remain. Gibson was not only a poet but also a cultural voice for people navigating illness, identity, grief, and love. They gave...

Job hiring event for home health positions in Sarasota with smiling healthcare worker and senior patient.

Grow Your Career in Home Health with Empath Health

Empath Health is growing—and we're hiring. We're looking for compassionate, qualified professionals to join our Home Health team in Sarasota and Charlotte County. With full-time and PRN opportunities and...

Mission Match: Connecting People to Purpose

At Empath Health, we know that culture isn't built in boardrooms—it's built in break rooms, during team huddles, over shared patient stories, and sometimes, even in Halloween costumes. That's the spirit...

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Honoring Women Veterans: The Spirit of Service Lives On at Empath Health

June 12 marks Women Veterans Day, a time to recognize the more than 2 million women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. These courageous individuals are the fastest-growing segment of the veteran population,...

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Second Chances: How a Rescue Dog Became a Hospice Hero

Fred never expected to adopt another dog so soon. After losing his beloved pup, he thought his heart needed time to heal. But just two days later, during a casual chat at the gym, someone mentioned a young pit bull...