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Social Workers' Month
Posted on March 25, 2021
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This month, we are putting the spotlight on April Wubbens, a senior member of the team.
Keeping team spirit high this holiday season
Posted on November 7, 2020
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We all managed the last few months in different ways, which is why, for me, NOW is the best time to talk about Team Spirit.
What's the deal with EQ?
Posted on October 16, 2020
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In a nutshell, emotional intelligence is generalized awareness for our feelings and the feelings of others. EQ
Cultivating Calm in the Chaos
Posted on September 16, 2020
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With so many hectic days and things that come at us that are beyond our control, it may surprise you to learn that the most common source of stress is ourselves.
The Power of Diverse Teams
Posted on August 5, 2020
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By recognizing the power of diversity in everyday situations, we can build an outstanding company culture, that brings out the best that Islands Hospice has to provide to our patients and families.
Change your diet, change your life
Posted on July 16, 2020
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Every time you eat or drink something, you are feeding disease or fighting it. The good news is that small changes in your daily diet and exercise routine can help you avoid or even reverse the effects of disease.
A brief history of hospice care
Posted on June 5, 2020
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In the U.S., hospice as we know it today came about even more recently than one would think.
Remembering Mom on Mother’s Day
Posted on May 7, 2020
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Mother’s Day is a chance to celebrate moms and mother figures everywhere, but for those who have lost a parent, the day can trigger painful feelings of loss and sadness.
What does customer service look like in hospice care?
Posted on September 1, 2019
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When we think about the many different customers we serve — our patients, their families, their primary care physicians, and even the hospitals and facilities we partner with — we need to ask ourselves how we can provide them with a “Wow” experience.