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Tuesday, August 13, 2024
As reported by Hospice News
Hospices are increasingly collaborating with community organizations to better address the end-of-life needs of the homeless population.
Isolated homeless senior populations are reaching concerning levels nationwide. Many medical and nonmedical issues can be exacerbated at the end of life among unhoused and homeless seniors compared to others, according to James Patrick Hall, executive director of Rocky Mountain Refuge. The Denver-based nonprofit organization offers shelter for people with end-of-life care needs. Continue Reading…
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
As reported by WiscNews
Agrace will host “Bridges,” a virtual support group for those who are grieving the death of someone close to them. The group provides emotional and peer support in a professionally led virtual group setting. Advance registration required at 608-327-7110 or griefsupport@agrace.org. The group will meet online via Zoom from 9:30-11 a.m. Sept. 11.
Monday, July 1, 2024
As reported by WisBusiness
Agrace has added Gabe Doyle of Madison to its board of directors and Travis Hamele of Portage to board of the Agrace Foundation. Continue Reading…
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
As reported by WisPolitics
To help ensure all area residents have access to its services, Agrace is hosting its 8th annual Race for Agrace fundraiser in Madison on Sunday, June 2. The family-friendly event includes a 5K run/walk and a 1-mile walk, and strollers are welcome on the course. Individuals and teams can race at 9 a.m. from Agrace’s Madison campus at 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway, or individually on any course of their choosing. Continue Reading…
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
As reported by Isthmus, Linda Falkenstein
It started as an idea from palliative care physician Dr. Ann Catlett. Catlett had experienced having to discharge terminally ill patients who had no housing onto the streets. And she had seen a model home where patients without a home could live out their days in peace, receive hospice services and other daily palliative care.
Monday, April 1, 2024
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
As reported by Hospice News, Holly Vossel
Wisconsin is among the states that have recently taken steps to improve palliative care access and awareness.
Wisconsin legislators recently introduced a bill that would establish a statewide Palliative Care Council. If passed, the bill would require the state’s Department of Health Services (DHS) to create a group of palliative clinical professionals, patients and family members to help address care delivery issues in the field.
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
As reported by WisBusiness
Agrace is delighted to welcome Jamie Moen as its chief operating officer, a vital role for the community-supported health care organization. Agrace provides hospice care, palliative care, non-medical personal care, adult day services and grief support to residents of Wisconsin. Continue Reading…
Monday, January 8, 2024
As reported by InBusiness
LGBT elders who use health care services from Agrace can feel confident knowing the local nonprofit agency cares about meeting their specific needs. As a follow-up to earning SAGECare Platinum Certification in 2022, Agrace has been recertified for 2024. At least 80 percent of Agrace’s staff have completed annual cultural competence training about the needs and concerns of the LGBT community. Continue Reading…
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