Brian Logue was first introduced to hospice care when the wife of his friend fell ill. Impressed and inspired by the care she received in her last months under Treasure Coast Hospice, he began his selfless quest to become a…
Treasure Coast Volunteer Wins Prestigious Hospice Award
Attendees at our 2015 clinical conference, “Painting the Picture: Messaging Metrics & Mission,” had a unique opportunity to witness artists such as poets, dancers, and painters perform their crafts during the “The Art of Grief” Live Art Showcase. One of…
This year’s Forum attendees enjoyed a free copy of HospiScript’s Palliative Care Consultant Book. Now everyone can enjoy this comprehensive palliative care guide for 25% off the $69.99 ticket price. PURCHASE BOOK Use discount code 3H2XGAEZ – Discount expires…
Orlando, FL. – On May 21st, in conjunction with the 30th Annual Forum “Painting the Picture: Messaging Metrics & Mission”, Florida Hospice & Palliative Care Association (FHPCA) announced the 2015 winners of the annual Awards of Excellence in Hospice and…
In a continued effort bring valuable benefits to our members, FHPCA is excited to announce that we have installed to a new Job Board (www.floridahospices.org/jobs) on our website. This new FHPCA Job Board provides members more control over their listings,…
FHPCA is proud to announce the Executive Committee Committee Chairs for 2015. The Committee Chairs drive FHPCA’s strategic plan initiatives and work hard to ensure FHPCA’s mission to assure excellence and access to hospice care, and advocate for the needs…
Florida Hospice & Palliative Care Association (FHPCA) is pleased to announce position changes to its Board Leadership and Executive Committee for 2015. Susan de Cuba, MA, ACHE, President & CEO, Treasure Coast Hospice, served as FHPCA’s Internal Vice President before…
November is Hospice & Palliative Care Month (read Governor Scott’s proclamation) and a great time to learn more about the wonderful services hospice and palliative care provides patients and families. What is hospice and palliative care? Hospice and palliative care…
The recent article, “How Dying Became a Multibillion-Dollar Industry” published by the Huffington Post, spoke on the increasing business of hospice care. This article attempted to prove that hospice is turning big business and quality of patient care is suffering…
Orlando, FL. – On May 22nd, in conjunction with the 29th Annual Forum “The Journey Continues: Elevating Clinical Practice to New Heights”, Florida Hospice & Palliative Care Association (FHPCA) announced the 2014 winners of the annual Awards of Excellence…
Florida Hospice & Palliative Care Association (FHPCA) is pleased to announce that we won the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization’s (NHPCO) 2014 Trailblazer Award for our “Congressional Advocacy Notebook” project. The Trailblazer Award recognizes state organizations demonstrating high levels…
Know a person or a program that deserves recognition? Nominate them for FHPCA’s Awards of Excellence! WHAT ARE THE AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE? Excellence in the delivery of hospice and palliative care is the hallmark of hospice providers and professionals in…
For over 30 years, FHPCA has worked toward the betterment of hospice through the commitment of our members and our Board Leadership. We are pleased to announce the new additions to our Board Leadership and Executive Committee. “We feel…
November is Hospice & Palliative Care Month and is not only a great time to recognize the excellent end-of-life care provided in Florida, but also an opportunity to support hospice programming through the purchase of the Specialty Hospice License Plate….
On May 23rd, Florida Hospice & Palliative Care Association (FHPCA) announced the 2013 winners of the annual Awards of Excellence in Hospice and Palliative Care. The Awards of Excellence program was created to identify, recognize and showcase the outstanding…
Traveling to a destination rarely happens without adventure, mishaps, or detours, and the same goes with one’s life destination. FHPCA’s 28th Annual Forum Conference “Journey: Mapping Our Past, Paving New Roads” is about looking at the past, present, and…
Florida Hospice & Palliative Care Association (FHPCA) announces the new additions to its Board Leadership and Executive Committee. Linda Ward, President/CEO, Gulfside Regional Hospice, was elected a two two-year terms as President of FHPCA Board of Directors this past November….
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Our CEO, Paul A. Ledford, along with the CEO of the Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina, Tim Rogers, joined Chris Comeaux on the TCN Talks Anatomy of Leadership podcast (Teleios Collaborative Network). They discussed protecting patients…
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From TPE and SMRC to ARD reviews, administrators need a clear plan — not panic. This thorough session will provide you with a roadmap to respond strategically, organize documentation fast, and communicate effectively with auditors. Join us to build a confident, audit‑ready strategy — before the next notice arrives.
Accurate documentation is key to supporting terminality and meeting hospice regulations. Attend this focused webinar to receive practical guidance through clear examples and real-world tips on how to document key technical and clinical details that back hospice eligibility, reduce denials, and boost compliance confidence — all while making your charting process easier and more defensible.
Designed for leaders who want less noise and more execution, this practical session will provide actionable strategies to replace emotional reactivity with clarity, consistency, and accountability. Participants will leave with a repeatable playbook that can be applied immediately to reduce friction, strengthen trust, and create a culture where energy is spent on progress, not problems — and where leadership presence drives measurable results.
Hospice agencies today face intense regulatory scrutiny, and this practical session will lay out how to move from basic information gathering into meaningful analysis and action. Participants will learn how to use data trends to prioritize improvement activities and build a comprehensive QAPI plan and program that drives quality outcomes and supports regulatory success.
Join this inspiring webinar and discover practical tools to transform routine check-ins into powerful, growth-focused dialogues. Learn how to use intentional questions, clear expectations, and strengths-based feedback to unlock performance and ownership. This session will show you how to move beyond “Did you get it done?” into “How can we help you thrive?” so staff feel supported, accountable, and equipped to make a bigger difference every day.
Burnout is quietly eroding performance, engagement, and retention across organizations — and it’s hitting high performers the hardest. This practical and business-focused session will provide a clear understanding of what burnout is (hint: it is not a weakness problem, it is a boundaries problem). Participants will leave with concrete frameworks, language, and scripts that can be used immediately to protect energy, clarity, and results.
Slow or fragmented intake and admissions processes create barriers for patients, families, and referral partners and undermine trust. This webinar will equip hospice leaders and business development teams with practical strategies to remove internal bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and improve speed, clarity, and consistency at every step of the admissions journey.
This webinar will focus on transforming these essential yet often under-the-radar functions into valued and well-understood contributors on the interdisciplinary team. Participants will learn how to present their role, skills, and capabilities clearly and confidently, and how to use assertive communication (not aggression) to increase impact and collaboration.
Committing our attention and consciously listening can be difficult, especially when patients and families bring more concerns than time seems to allow. This webinar will present practical, real-world strategies staff and volunteers can employ to help patients and families prioritize needs, make informed choices, and feel genuinely heard.
It is possible to manage digital communication and mitigate the increased risk that accompanies the increased use of AI, social media, and e-collaboration tools in the workplace. Join expert Nancy Flynn to learn how to implement clear electronic communication policies, define content rules that ban harassment and discrimination, and use formal guidelines to prevent posts, messages, and media that can trigger lawsuits or serve as damaging evidence.
Peer-facilitated healthcare debriefings provide time to discuss the impact of the work, normalize reactions, and support resilience across careers. This presentation will review evidence that links debriefing programs to reduced staff attrition and healthier coping, and provide practical steps to design, implement, and evaluate a debriefing program that addresses resistance, secures leadership support, and promotes equity of practice in any setting.
Surveys and ADRs expose documentation gaps that cost agencies penalties and payments. Join Kathy Ahearn for a step-by-step deep dive into comprehensive hospice documentation audits for Conditions of Participation and payment compliance. This session will reveal high-risk areas, teach risk identification, and show how to integrate findings into performance improvement plans that shield agencies from oversight challenges.
Each patient’s full story, from election through discharge, should be clearly understood through perusal of your documentation. Join this focused presentation to review essential regulatory requirements, learn how to document in a way that supports hospice eligibility, and examine common problems such as omissions and inaccuracies that weaken the clinical record.
