Volunteers Adapt to Pandemic Life

The chance to give back to those who took care of a loved one is a common theme among Empath Health volunteers. As our community learns how to adjust to the many changes caused by COVID-19, the call to serve those in need has not been diminished. While some volunteers...

HIV Testing at Home

Imagine being able to test yourself for HIV in the comfort of your own home. Empath Partners in Care (EPIC), a member of Empath Health, is making this possible through a free, at-home testing program for anyone living in Pinellas and Hillsborough counties. These...

Making an Impact on Care – Carla Creegan

Congratulations to our July Impact Award winner, Carla Creegan, manager of the Suncoast PACE Day Center, a member of Empath Health. Creegan joined the organization in 2010 and has been in the role of center manager for almost five years. During that time she has built...

A New Way to Celebrate with Suncoast PACE

Empath Health volunteer Bob Estes has a special delivery to make. With a cake in one hand and a bag of goodies in the other, he makes his way to the front door of Barbara Rose’s home. The reason for the special delivery: it’s her birthday. Standing on her front porch,...

Telehealth for Hospice Care Patients

In the world of hospice, care often can’t wait. Visits can’t be postponed and many times there is a sense of urgency. When a nurse at the bedside needs to consult with a physician or a visual is needed to triage a patient, telehealth can provide an instant connection....