Care Centers Archives - Empath Health

Teen Volunteers Rule!

by Ebony Faber | Aug 5, 2019 | Blog, Care Centers, Hospice Care, Teen Volunteers

International Youth Day just passed, but let’s give another big shout-out to our Empath Health teen volunteers supporting our mission of care. More than 365 high school teens volunteer throughout the Empath Health network. From Suncoast Hospice care and Resale...

Comforts at Care Centers

by Ebony Faber | Jul 23, 2019 | Blog, Care Centers, Health & Wellness, Hospice Care, Integrative Medicine, Palliative Care, Volunteers

Caring for our Suncoast Hospice patients and families takes tender touch and comfort. When our patients are in the state of severe pain and stress, they may come to our Care Centers for short-term stays, skilled medical treatment and relief. The care teams also...

Suncoast Hospice Physician: Honoring Choices and Easing Journeys at the Care Centers

by Ebony Faber | May 21, 2019 | Advance Care Planning, Blog, Care Centers, careers, Hospice Care, Physicians

Here is part two of our Q&A with Mary Waechter, MD, a Suncoast Hospice physician at our Care Center Mid-Pinellas. She discusses care options, decisions and goals of patients and families, the comfort of volunteer support and her fulfillment with the mission....

Suncoast Hospice Physician: Support and Relief at the Care Centers

by Ebony Faber | May 16, 2019 | Blog, Care Centers, careers, Hospice Care, Physicians

Hospice care revolves around meeting the choices, goals and comfort of patients and their families. That means soothing physical pain, listening to concerns and calming minds, hearts and spirits. Our three Suncoast Hospice Care Centers provide short-term stays for...

Tibetan Prayer Tradition Honors Loved Ones and Wishes

by Ebony Faber | Apr 30, 2019 | Bereavement, Blog, Care Centers, Community, Grief, Spiritual Care, Spirituality

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 Tibetan prayer cloth tradition intended to create peace...

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

by Ebony Faber | Apr 9, 2019 | Announcements, Awards, Blog, Care Centers, Fundraiser, Hospice Care, Special Events, Volunteers

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 to April 30. Much love and appreciation goes out to...