Dear Friends, It has been a year filled with activity as California hospice providers and government agencies continue to work together to protect the quality of care delivered to the community. I’m proud to share that The Elizabeth Hospice was at the forefront of advocating for better regulatory oversight to ensure that families facing the challenges of advanced, severe illnesses receive the excellent care and support they deserve. Some other highlights from this past fiscal year include: • New Headquarters Location. We moved to a modern, two-story building in Escondido, the city of our roots. This move strengthens our community presence and provides opportunities for future growth. The new location includes offices, conference rooms, a dedicated education center and a skills lab. • Heart Failure Certification. We earned Heart Failure certification from the American Heart Association, a leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health. This certification assures patients and families that our end-of-life heart failure care is coordinated and follows the latest evidence-based guidelines. • Enhanced Veteran Pinning Ceremonies. We added a color guard to our veteran pinning ceremonies to improve the overall experience further and help evoke positive memories for our veterans. These events are a tangible expression of our gratitude for those who have served our country. • Community Engagement Grew. More than 650 people attended Wings of Hope, a butterfly-release ceremony, and more than 300 people joined us for Light Up a Life, our candle-lighting ceremony. These activities offered comfort, community and an opportunity to honor and remember their loved from our President & Chief Executive Officer
ones. Motown Downtown brought community members together for a live musical performance, dinner, dancing and an opportunity to show their support for comprehensive bereavement services, which we offer free of charge to our community’s children. On behalf of our Board of Directors and staff, I want to thank the community for its generosity and continued support. Together, we ensured that children and adults had access to an experienced resource they could rely on for care and guidance when confronted with advanced serious illness and grief. We are deeply grateful for the honor of caring for those who need our services.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Sarah McSpadden, RN, MSN, MHA President & Chief Executive Officer
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