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7 ‘Hidden Gem’ Hospice News Stories in 2024

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Meanwhile, Addus HomeCare Corporation (Nasdaq: ADUS) and Gentiva also completed one of the largest deals of the year. Anatomy of Hospice Grief Camps for Children Many hospices offer summer grief camps for bereaved children and adolescents, which come with a host of operational and logistical considerations.

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New Leaders Emerge at Hospices Coast-to-Coast

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Fosinas 30-year career included health care leadership roles, including serving as president of NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital and its home health and hospice services, Lawrence Homecare and Jansen Hospice. He also served as the hospitals COO, executive director and director of integration and accreditation.

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Hospice Executives Retire as New Leaders Rise

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Addus president, COO retires Addus HomeCare Corporation (Nasdaq: ADUS) President and COO Brad Bickham recently announced his retirement, effective March 2026. The nonprofit hospice offers bereavement care, caregiver resources and supportive care for pediatric populations.

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HAP Foundation Launches to Research and Advance Hospice, Palliative Care

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The foundation’s launch follows the $85 million acquisition of JourneyCare by the senior services provider Addus Homecare (NASDAQ: ADUS). HAP Foundation includes a Pediatric Palliative Care program, involving a network of providers that also offers bereavement care services.

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Staffing Shortages Weighing on Hospice Executive’s Minds in 2025

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Staffing challenges were cited as the leading concern among 35% of 112 hospice professionals who participated in this years Outlook Survey by Hospice News and Homecare Homebase. Photo by Hospice News Photo by Hospice News 2025 Outlook Survey Results by Hospice News and Homecare Homebase. The most significant concern is qualified staff.

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Hospice Leaders ‘Scratching the Surface’ of Public Awareness Opportunities in 2025

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The ability to increase public awareness and community education efforts was cited as the third top concern by 16% of 112 hospice professionals who participated in this years Outlook Survey by Hospice News and Homecare Homebase. Photo by Hospice News Photo by Hospice News 2025 Outlook Survey Results by Hospice News and Homecare Homebase.

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Future Leaders: Deanna Bieniek, Director of Support Services, St. Croix Hospice

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The Future Leaders Awards program is brought to you in partnership with Homecare Homebase. Having overseen our bereavement program, I’ve seen how crucial spirituality is for both patients and their families during and after their journey. To see this year’s Future Leaders, visit [link].

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