by Julie Theado | Jan 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
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For Immediate Release
LANCASTER, Ohio (January 21, 2020) — FAIRHOPE Hospice and Palliative Care appointed two new members to its board of trustees.
Joining the Board of Trustees are:
- Eric Smith
- Gregory Riffle
“We are proud to welcome these respected community members to our board of trustees,” said Denise Bauer, FAIRHOPE President/CEO. “Their healthcare expertise and passion to help others make them wonderful advocates for the patients and families we serve.”
Eric Smith is the vice president and funeral director of Frank E. Smith Funeral Home and Crematory. From 1999 to now, he’s worn several hats including: embalmer, insurance licenser, certified crematory operator, certified funeral service practitioner and land acquisition manager. Aside from his career, he is a proud husband and father to their two children.
Gregory Riffle is a physician at Fairfield Medical Center, where he has experience in Internal Medicine. He grew up in Ohio and currently resides in Fairfield County with his wife and two children.
To learn more about FAIRHOPE Hospice and Palliative Care, visit www.fairhopehospice.org, or find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FairhopeHospice.
by Julie Theado | Jan 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
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FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. awards Mark Linn as the January Employee of the Month recipient. The peer-nominated award is determined after drawing from employee submissions to recognize individuals who go above and beyond in providing care to patients and their families.
“End-of-life care requires an immense amount of compassion and empathy, which Mark does best,” said Denise Bauer, FAIRHOPE President/CEO. “His passion to share scripture and words of love to patients makes them and their families feel at ease.”
For the past three years, Linn has built relationships with the people of FAIRHOPE and considers himself extremely blessed to work here. In his free time, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife and kids, watching college football and indulging in a good book or song.
by Julie Theado | Dec 9, 2019 | Uncategorized
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LANCASTER, Ohio (December 9, 2019) — FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. selects Sherri Conkey as the December Employee of the Month recipient. The peer-nominated award is determined after drawing from employee submissions. These employees have been noticed for working diligently to provide the utmost care to our patients and their families.
“For the past three years, Sherri has always shown immense heart in everything she’s done,” said Denise Bauer, FAIRHOPE President/CEO. “She never fails to show compassion and understanding to our patients in their time of need. We couldn’t be more proud to have her on our team.”
After a rewarding day at work, Conkey enjoys coming home to her family, including her cat and dog. If you’re looking to spread a little joy in her life this Christmas season, she loves to snack on Slim Jims and Babe Ruth candy bars.
To learn more about FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. visit www.fairhopehospice.org, or find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FairhopeHospice.
by Julie Theado | Dec 3, 2019 | Uncategorized
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For Immediate Release
LANCASTER, Ohio (December 3, 2019) — FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. is hosting a clinical hospice bootcamp for healthcare professionals on Wednesday, January 8, 2020, from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the FAIRHOPE Anita M. Turner Center, 282 Sells Road, Lancaster.
This day-long offering presented by LeadingAge Ohio will include what direct care staff need to know related to the Medicare hospice benefit, the hospice conditions of participation, advance care planning, hospice-nursing facility collaboration, non-cancer documentation, symptom management and professional barriers and communication in hospice.
This education will greatly benefit all new hospice nurses, social workers, chaplains and volunteer and bereavement coordinators, not to mention being a good refresher for all seasoned front-line staff.
The cost of the program is $50 and includes 6.5 CEs for nurses and 6 for social work, as well as breakfast and lunch.
To register or additional information, please contact Beth Luning at bluning@fairhopehospice.org.
To learn more about FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, visit www.fairhopehospice.org, or find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FairhopeHospice.
by Julie Theado | Nov 18, 2019 | Uncategorized
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LANCASTER, Ohio (November 15, 2019) — FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. awards Carissa Dean as the November Employee of the Month. The peer-nominated award is determined after drawing from employee submissions to recognize one employee who has gone above and beyond in their duties and improved the quality of care to patients and their families.
“Carissa’s an absolute joy to have and a wonderful advocate for our patients,” said Denise Bauer, FAIRHOPE President/CEO. “We are thankful for our employees who whole-heartedly believe in our mission and carry it out every day.”
For nearly two years, Dean’s goal to be part of something bigger than herself has been fulfilled through FAIRHOPE. By caring for patients and their families, she’s been able to make a real difference in people’s lives. After a rewarding days work, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and kids.
To learn more about FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. visit www.fairhopehospice.org, or find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FairhopeHospice.
FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Since 1982, FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care has provided exceptional and compassionate care in our community. We are dedicated to meeting the emotional, spiritual and physical needs of those we serve by honoring life during its most difficult times. We will meet you on your journey wherever you need us. This includes serving you at our serene 38-acre campus in Lancaster, home to the Pickering House hospice in-patient facility and the Anita M. Turner grief center. We invite you to learn more about us by visiting our website at www.fairhopehospice.org.
by Julie Theado | Nov 18, 2019 | Uncategorized
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For Immediate Release
LANCASTER, Ohio (November 13, 2019) — FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. will hold its annual Celebration of Life Tree of Remembrance lighting at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, December 4 at 282 Sells Rd., Lancaster. The tree’s ornaments and donations honor departed loved ones during the holiday season and benefit the FAIRHOPE Hospice Memorial Fund.
“The Celebration of Life Tree of Remembrance provides a time to reflect and celebrate and at the same time, helps others who come to FAIRHOPE seeking care,” said Denise Bauer, FAIRHOPE President/CEO. “We invite the community to join us by placing an angel, snowflake or cardinal on the tree in memory or honor of their loved one.”
Memorial ornaments are available by donation and will remain on the Tree of Remembrance through December 31. Individuals interested in contributing can visit www.fairhopehospice.org/tree-of-remembrance.
To learn more about FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, visit www.fairhopehospice.org, or find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FairhopeHospice.
FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Since 1982, FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care has provided exceptional and compassionate care in our community. We are dedicated to meeting the emotional, spiritual and physical needs of those we serve by honoring life during its most difficult times. We will meet you on your journey wherever you need us. This includes serving you at our serene 38-acre campus in Lancaster, home to the Pickering House hospice in-patient facility and the Anita M. Turner grief center. We invite you to learn more about us by visiting our website at www.fairhopehospice.org.
