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A Caring Sanctuary Co-Author Talks Suncoast Hospice Formation and Mission

Our Suncoast Hospice story began in 1976 when a small group of Pinellas County residents met in Clearwater and led with hearts and determination to bring compassionate care and comfort for the dying and their...

Making an Impact in Care

Congratulations to our April Impact Award winner, Chris Messersmith, MSW, LCSW, social worker supervisor at Suncoast PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly). Messersmith started in social work in 2010....

Tibetan Prayer Tradition Honors Loved Ones and Wishes

The Buddhists and people of Tibet have long believed that the power of prayer set forth in nature brings good to all. Our Suncoast Hospice Care Center Mid-Pinellas is honored to take part in an ancient and sacred...

Celebrating Volunteer Month: Meet Our Last Pair of Volunteers of the Year

As National Volunteer Month comes to a close, learn about our final two 2019 Volunteer of the Year Award winners and their extraordinary service. Irma Porterfield – Specialized Volunteer Service Award ...

Celebrating Volunteer Week: Meet Our First Pair of Volunteers of the Year

Volunteers devote their time and talents for causes close to their hearts. They make a difference. We are happy to join in celebrating National Volunteer Week April 7 to 13 and National Volunteer Month from April 1...

One Day at A Time

There is a saying, “How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!” While the idea of eating an elephant is unthinkable for many reasons, the point of the saying is that when we have a big job to do, looking at...

Happy 25th Anniversary Teen Volunteer Program!

This year marks 25 years for our Suncoast Hospice Teen Volunteer Program. We are proud to be the first program in the U.S. to have teens volunteer in hospice care. Longtime Suncoast Hospice volunteer Charlene Einsel...