Honoring the Holidays after a Loss

The holidays are a time when many families come together and celebrate. After the passing of a loved one, these special days might not look the same. From as early as August through December our senses are filled with the sights, sounds and smells of the many...

Making an Impact on Care – Carol Sims

Congratulations to our October Impact Award winner, Carol Sims, a care team assistant for Suncoast Hospice. Sims joined the organization as a member of the Burgundy Team and worked with leadership to create the Pearl Team, which she has been a part of for 14 years. In...

Making an Impact on Care – Christine Petitti

Congratulations to our August Impact Award winner, Christine Petitti, administrative assistant for Innovation & Community, Care Support Services and Volunteer Services at Empath Health. Petitti joined the organization in 2005. She provides administrative support...

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...

Grief, A Year Later

Tina remembers her son, Chris, as bright and extremely intelligent. A strong person. Her hero. His path in life was filled with challenges and as a result Tina is no stranger to grief. At age 17, Chris was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, a combination of...