Care for who i am
Care for who I am encompasses the essence of our mission and vision as well as our unique focus on the individual and their fundamental cares. We are a leading innovator in the delivery of health care where people live across a broad spectrum of patient needs. Our standard of care reflects our expertise, values and total commitment to the patient and their family. Our brand philosophy is written in the first person (“I” rather than “you”) because as we provide care, we are guided by the patient’s perspective and the three domains of our Care Delivery Model.
- Who I am – Quality of Life
- How I feel – Comfort (Total Pain Management, Symptom Management)
- What I need – Safety (Right Meds Right Time, Safety & Autonomy)
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. See our Care Moments here.
Care Moment – A Grandfather’s Mission
Care Moment: A Grandfather’s Misson In Southside, Alabama, Madelyne Hayes Giamalva was busy planning her dream wedding. There were countless things on her list of wedding wishes, but one thing
Care Moment – Sylvia Gelineau
Care Moment: Sylvia Gelineau In the warm embrace of family, vacationing at the beach has been a long-standing tradition for the Gelineau family. Sadly, this cherished family tradition was disrupted
Care Moment – Kaleb Legoland
Care Moment: Kaleb Legoland On a recent visit with 6-year-old patient Kaleb from our Milwaukee hospice program, the social worker asked him what he liked to do for fun. Kaleb’s
Honoring Veterans
Honoring Veterans stories are a sincere recognition of the selfless dedication that Veterans have in safeguarding our freedom and upholding cherished values. Their service reflects unwavering commitment, inspiring bravery and respect. At Compassus, we partner with the We Honor Veterans program to honor and care for those who have served in the military. Check out our Honoring Veterans stories here.
Honoring Veterans – Shannon Mclaughlin
Honoring Veterans: Shannon Mclaughlin On November 10th, we celebrate the U.S. Marines’ birthday, acknowledging the sacrifices of our past and present soldiers. Shannon Mclaughlin, Hospice Director of Quality Outcomes III
Honoring Veterans – Jackie McCarter
Honoring Veterans: Jackie McCarter Compassus volunteer Ed Little from our hospice program serving Muncie, Indiana and surrounding communities had the privilege of performing a ‘We Honor Veterans’ Pinning Ceremony honoring
Honoring Veterans – Don Weeks’ Wish
Honoring Veterans: Don Weeks’ Wish Honoring a Veteran In the heart of Nekoosa, a remarkable story of kindness and community spirit unfolded. A story about an Air Force veteran and
Blogs
Going Above and Beyond: Dr. Devona Moore and Tashina Nebedum
Care and compassion are the cornerstones of hospice work. For St. Louis, Missouri-based Compassus hospice teammates Chaplain Dr. Devona Moore, Ph.D., Ed.D., C.C. and Social Worker Tashina Nebedum, MSW, these
Palliative Care and Cancer Survivorship
For many, ringing the bell at the end of cancer treatment is seen as the finish line. But survivorship often comes with its own challenges. Fatigue, pain, anxiety, difficulty sleeping
Nurse Burnout Is Real: How Compassus Supports Caregivers Beyond the Bedside
May is National Nurses Month, a time to recognize the compassion, resilience and dedication nurses bring to patients and families every day. But it is also an important opportunity to
News
Compassus Named One Of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces 2026
Recognition highlights Compassus’ commitment to fostering a supportive workplace culture and exceptional team member experience BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – Compassus, a leading national provider of integrated home-based health care services, announced
Compassus Team Members Recognized as Future Leaders In Healthcare
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – Compassus, a leading national provider of integrated, home-based care services, announced today that two team members, Sam Williams and Erin Horsley, have been recognized by WTWH Healthcare as part of
Compassus Appoints Cameron Lynch as Senior Vice President of Government and Corporate Affairs
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – Compassus, a leading national provider of integrated, home-based care services, announced today that Cameron “Cam” Lynch has joined the organization as Senior Vice President of Government and Corporate Affairs. In
Volunteer Stories
Kathy Cuppy: Celebrating Life One Birthday at a Time with Compassus Hospice
Kathy Cuppy: Celebrating Life One Birthday at a Time with Compassus Hospice In the heart of our Indianapolis program, Compassus hospice volunteer Kathy Cuppy brings joy and celebration to the
Honoring Our Hospice Volunteers: Joan Courter
Honoring Our Hospice Volunteers: Joan Courter In the tapestry of compassionate care, our hospice volunteers weave threads of love, kindness, and empathy, forming the very heart of our program. Their
The Heart of Compassus: Celebrating Our Hospice Volunteers
The Heart of Compassus: Jesse Riojas In the realm of hospice care, there exists a group of individuals whose unwavering dedication and boundless compassion serve as the beating heart of
