The Elizabeth Hospice Demonstrates Continued Commitment to Caring for Veterans

The Elizabeth Hospice  was awarded the highest level of distinction by We Honor Veterans, a national program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in collaboration with the Department of Veteran Affairs focused on caring for America’s veterans who are nearing the end of life’s journey and their families.  This recognition demonstrates the organization’s commitment to providing quality veteran-centric care to the veteran patients it serves.
 
The Elizabeth Hospice is one of nine hospices nationwide, with only two hospices on the West Coast, to reach Level 5 certification in the We Honor Veterans program. Level 5 partners will be taking on the role of regional mentor to other WHV partners working to enhance their programs.
 
“We are proud to be recognized for achieving the highest designation in the We Honor Veterans program,” said, Jan Jones, president and CEO of The Elizabeth Hospice. “We understand that veterans share a unique culture, yet many have different experiences that may greatly impact advanced illness. It is truly a privilege to serve those who have served our country.”
 
The Elizabeth Hospice is committed to ensuring that members of our armed forces and their loved ones have access to vital end-of-life resources. In addition to medical, emotional and spiritual support, hospice teams help connect veterans to hospice benefits as well as other resources available to them through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Through the Veterans Caring for Veterans program, The Elizabeth Hospice matches patients with volunteers who also served in the military. To learn more about how you can support our veterans program by volunteering, please contact The Elizabeth Hospice volunteer department at 800-797-2050 or email volunteer@ehospice.org .
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About The Elizabeth Hospice
The Elizabeth Hospice, a nonprofit healthcare leader, has been providing comfort and counsel to children and adults who are faced with the challenges associated with a life-threatening condition, and restoring hope to grieving children and adults who are feeling lost and alone. Since 1978, The Elizabeth Hospice has touched the lives of more than 100,000 people in the communities it serves by providing medical, emotional and spiritual support, regardless of patient affiliation or ability to pay. The Elizabeth Hospice is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a member of the California Hospice and Palliative Care Association, and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. To learn more, call 800.797.2050 or visit www.elizabethhospice.org
 
 

Contact Information

Lisa Marcolongo

Public Relations

The Elizabeth Hospice

(1) (800) 797-2050

Lisa.Marcolongo@ehospice.org