Care Moments
Care Moments are stories that capture our dedication to treating each patient with compassion, excellence, integrity, innovation and teamwork. Each story illustrates our Care for who I am culture, from the care services we provide to patients and families to how we interact with our partners and one another.
Michael Tanner
Michael Tanner’s journey began as a soldier in the Marine Corps, where he served a tour in Afghanistan with honor and dedication. Michael’s service to his country showcased his commitment to protecting others, a value he would carry with him throughout his life.
Sock Hop
Our Compassus hospice program serving Flowood, Mississippi and surrounding communities was honored to be asked back for the 3rd Annual Abigayle Adult Day Center 1950s Sock Hop. It was a day filled with music, dancing, delicious food, and most importantly, heartfelt connections.
James Andrews
When James Andrews, a retired boxing instructor and proud veteran, started with our Huntsville, Texas program he expressed to Hospice Care Consultant Shelby Whisenhunt his lifelong passion for boxing.
Forever Heartbeat
Thank you to our Lakeside, Arizona hospice team for coming together to allow a young mother’s heart to forever beat for her two little daughters. Your compassionate care and steadfast commitment to our patients and their families define what our ‘Care for who I am’ culture is.
Eula ‘Faye’ Koloch
The special bond between Compassus companion volunteer Diane Potter, music volunteer Kathy Sax, and one very special patient Eula ‘Faye’ Koloch from our Indianapolis hospice program is a perfect example of the immeasurable impact our volunteers have on our patients—as well as the endless rewards that come with volunteering.
Phil Gerster
As team members we are steadfast in our dedication to our patients, families, & our ‘Care for who I am‘ culture. A warm thank you to hospice patient Phil Gerster for extending our culture back onto one of our own, it is a honor and privilege to be your chosen caregivers.
Thomas Lorbeck
When Thomas Lorbeck was asked, “If you could make a wish come true, what would that wish be?” he responded with great enthusiasm: “I would love to see a Milwaukee Brewers game in person with my group home family.”
Mr. Spiller
Our Houston, Texas hospice program faced an extraordinary challenge when they received a referral on Mr. Spiller from St. Luke’s Medical Center. Mr. Spiller, dependent on a ventilator and IV pressors, had a heartfelt end-of-life wish – to pass away at home, surrounded by family.
11th Hour Volunteer
Just when we thought our Compassus hospice volunteers could not provide any more dedication, compassion, and kindness to our patients, enter our 11th Hour hospice volunteers.
Rich Riggs
From meaningful conversations to surrounding him with his favorite foods, the Compassus team in Willingboro, New Jersey truly excelled in making Rich feel special.
Colorado Springs
Another trip around the sun, another year of celebrating our team members! See how our Compassus Colorado Springs program shows appreciation for their team members with some birthday love and self-care.
Kokomo Home Health
When Ascension at Home together with Compassus patient started services with our Kokomo, Indiana Home Health program, he had limited family support, needed major home repairs, and had very little food in his home because his refrigerator broke down. Thankfully, all this changed when the Kokomo Team stepped in and exemplified our ‘Care for who I am’ culture.
Imogene “Genie” Schiegg
When Compassus Colorado Springs patient Imogene “Genie” Schiegg wanted to go horseback riding for her 91st Birthday, our team–with the help of Dawn of Hope Ranch, got to work in making her birthday wish of being a cowgirl, a reality.
Opal McCardle
The Hattiesburg team worked diligently and found a nursing home placement that allowed both mother Opal and son David to be in the same facility.
Edward Swindoll
For home hospice patient Edward Brent Swindoll and his wife Jennifer Anne, this promise of ‘Care for who I am‘ came in the form of a Date Night thanks to our Hattiesburg, Mississippi team.
Dick Novak
Our Wisconsin team planned a date for Dick and his wife after learning that they used to enjoy taking car rides and hadn’t been able to do so in a long time.
Freddie Johnson
Compassus Volunteer Coordinator Travis had the honor of visiting with patient and Army veteran Freddie who disclosed he learned the important life lesson of dedication while serving.
Michelle Darr
Compassus Specialty Infusion RN Michelle Darr eases fears of toddler patient with toys.
Ricardo Anaya
Our New Mexico team planned the wedding of hospice patient Ricardo and his partner Margaret.
Maryann
Maryann’s dream of a birthday celebration that focused on her after sharing the day with her sister for years finally came true.
