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Today, Supportive Care for Dementia, a program of Hospice of the Valley, announced it has been selected by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to participate in a new Medicare alternative payment model designed to support people living with dementia and their caregivers.

The Hospice CAHPS Honors and Honors Elite Awardsrecognize hospice agencies that set the highest standard of excellence in patient care and caregiver experience.

It was a spectacular evening as a sold-out crowd raised a record $670,000 to support Hospice of the Valley charity care programs, including $250,000 to help families living with all stages of dementia.

Hospice of the Valley’s 2024 Pro-Am Golf Tournament, presented by Cigna Healthcare, raised over $53,000 for the nonprofit’s charity care programs. The March 28 event drew 30 wonderful threesomes and 30 talented pros to Grayhawk Golf Club on a picture-perfect day.

Hospice of the Valley will become the hospice provider for Banner Health in the Phoenix and Tucson areas, beginning Dec. 1. Banner Hospice staff will join Hospice of the Valley, ensuring a seamless transition of care for current Banner patients.

The Dementia Care and Education Campus (DCEC), an innovation of Hospice of the Valley, has received a contract award from the Maricopa County Department of Public Health to address the rising incidence of Alzheimer’s and other dementias in our community. This challenging, progressive disease currently impacts more than 6 million Americans a year and takes a huge toll on family caregivers.

Modeling an innovative, state-of-the-art approach to comprehensive dementia care, this first-of-its-kind campus will support those in our community living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Whether a loved one is just starting to show signs of dementia, or is advanced and needing hospice care, this campus provides resources to help with every step of the caregiving journey.

As the holidays approach, many of us may be experiencing anxiety and frustration—so much to do and not enough time to get it all done.

Hospice of the Valley has received a prestigious national certification for its long history of providing culturally sensitive care to Jewish families in our community.

The coronavirus pandemic has imposed a multitude of losses upon our lives: the loss of freedoms and peace of mind, family and social connections — and for some, even the loss of a loved one. 

Hospice of the Valley invites you to Zoom in on Coping with grief and loss during this challenging time, Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020, 2 p.m. People who are grieving can be especially vulnerable to outside stressors, such as the uncertainty caused by COVID-19.

Learn how to focus on the present and live in the moment with free mindfulness sessions offered by Hospice of the Valley.

Join other care partners every Wednesday from noon–1p.m. while remaining in the comfort of your home to discuss the stresses, challenges, and rewards of providing care for a person living with dementia. This free virtual group is facilitated by a skilled Medical Social Worker in the field of dementia.

Hospice of the Valley’s “Dementia Moments” workshop provides an eight-minute experience that presses participants to perform some daily living tasks as if they were living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. Our dementia experts will offer the free workshop 1-2:15 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, at Tangelo Grove Senior Care Home, 101 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85021.

Hospice of the Valley’s Speaker’s Bureau gives educational presentations to community organizations, service clubs, civic and faith groups, businesses, schools, senior centers, retirement communities and homeowners associations. There is no charge for the talks, and the topics are appropriate for all audiences.

Embarking on a second decade serving patients and families in their most vulnerable moments, Phoenix Children's Hospital's Palliative Care department will continue providing world-class, family-centric care offering, expanding its reach with strategic partner, Hospice of the Valley.

“Fall in Love with the Dove,” a family-oriented, fun-filled day of shopping, prizes and refreshments to celebrate the fall season, will be held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at the White Dove Thrift Shoppe—Scottsdale, 8461 E. McDonald Dr.

The 21st annual Pro-Am Golf Tournament, presented by Cigna Healthcare of Arizona, pushed the 21-year total raised for Hospice of the Valley to nearly $852,000. Proceeds from the April 18 event, held at Grayhawk Golf Club’s Raptor Course in Scottsdale, benefit not-for-profit Hospice of the Valley’s patients and families.

AAHA!, An Auction of Heirlooms and Art netted a record-breaking $358,000 to support not-for-profit Hospice of the Valley’s charity care and dementia care programs.

Hospice of the Valley’s signature events—AAHA! An Auction of Heirlooms and Art, and Off the Vine, a vintage wine auction—are combining to create the “perfect blend” of wine and art on Feb. 16, 2019! The event takes place from 6–10 p.m. at JW Marriott Camelback Inn, 5402 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85253.

Nineteen individuals, including eight HOV staff members, have been selected to participate in the Hospice of the Valley Dementia Care Fellowship Program for 2020.

They include nurses, educators, first responders and physicians who will work on projects to enhance the care of persons living with dementia and support their families and caregivers.

Dementia is the topic of a no-cost public presentation on Jan. 29.

The program runs from 9 a.m.–12:00 p.m., at Wickenburg Community Center, 160 N. Valentine St., Wickenburg. 

Hospice of the Valley announced today a $100,000, two-year Grief Reach grant from the New York Life Foundation to provide grief support to children and families in central Arizona.

Hospice of the Valley has been recognized by the national “We Honor Veterans” program for increasing access and improving quality of end-of-life care for military veterans. One in four dying Americans is a veteran.

A nationally recognized healthcare ethicist will discuss ethical challenges in making health care decisions for the elderly on Nov. 1 at Hospice of the Valley, 9435 W. Peoria Ave., Peoria.

People with dementia often communicate their needs through actions rather than words. Understanding their message—and using a soft approach to respond—leads to positive results and avoids conflict.

“Fall in Love with the Dove,” a family-oriented, fun-filled day of shopping, prizes and refreshments to celebrate the fall season, will be held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at the White Dove Thrift Shoppe—Scottsdale, 8461 E. McDonald Dr.

Hospice of the Valley has received the prestigious 2018 Circle of Life Award. The not-for-profit agency is one of three winners nationwide, recognized by the American Hospital Association for providing innovative, compassionate care in their communities.

People with dementia often communicate their needs through actions rather than words.

“The Language of Distressed Behaviors” educates family and professional caregivers about understanding nonverbal communication in people with dementia and alleviating discomfort.

New Song Center for Grieving Children offers grief support groups for children and their families following a significant death in a child’s life. The groups are led by volunteers who go through training and mentoring.

The Sandra Day O’Connor Institute and Hospice of the Valley, presented the inaugural Legacy Luncheon honoring Justice Sandra Day O’Connor on April 25th at the Arizona Biltmore. Laura Bush, former First Lady of the United States, was the featured speaker.

Hospice of the Valley is hosting a day of education and discussion about healthcare topics on May 30 at The Forum at Desert Harbor, 13840 N. Desert Harbor Dr., Peoria, 85381.

This fall, ASU’s College of Health Solutions is offering two innovative courses that combine real life with the classroom. In each course you will spend time with patients learning about their disease and how to support them and their families. Just one day of class a week, journaling in place of exams. And a chance to make a difference in someone’s life.

AAHA! An Auction of Heirlooms and Art netted more than $350,000 for Hospice of the Valley, with proceeds benefitting patients and families.

Join us for a presentation by Irwin Sandler, Ph.D., ASU Regents’ Professor of psychology, one of the nation’s foremost experts in developing resilience in families following the death of a parent. This no-cost event is open to the community, and is of special interest to mental health professionals and grief counselors.

“Understanding Dementia: A Challenging Journey” will be presented from 9 a.m. to noon March 5 at Sun City Church of the Palms, 14808 N. Boswell Blvd., Sun City, 85351.

“Understanding Dementia: A Challenging Journey” will be presented from 1–4 p.m. Feb. 23 at Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 34605 N. Tom Darlington Rd., Scottsdale, 85266.

Former First Lady Mrs. Laura Bush will be the featured speaker at the inaugural Legacy Luncheon on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at the Arizona Biltmore. The event will honor the life and work of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Hospice of the Valley plans to establish a Dementia Care and Education Campus in Phoenix that will care for people at all stages of dementia and bring experts and caregivers together to share best practices in dementia care.

New Song Center for Grieving Children needs volunteers to help run support groups that meet at five locations across the Valley.

John Radway has done a lot of things in his life. Military service. Philosophy major. Law school in San Francisco. Prosecuting attorney in Hawaii. Farmer. Rancher. Author.

But there’s one occupation that stands out above all others.

Stacia Ortega, director of volunteer services for Hospice of the Valley, has been awarded a Virginia G. Piper Fellowship, given to outstanding leaders of nonprofit organizations to explore ways to enhance community service.

Hospice of the Valley is the only Arizona hospice selected to participate in a federal project designed to demonstrate that quality of life would be improved and healthcare resources conserved if hospice and palliative care was provided to patients at the same time as regular treatment from curative care physicians.

New Song Center for Grieving Children will conduct a family orientation from 2–3 p.m. Dec. 2 at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 6715 N. Mockingbird Ln., Paradise Valley 85253.

If you’re looking to add meaning and people to your life, consider volunteering for Hospice of the Valley, says Oldy Oldenburg, who has volunteered 16 years.

Nearly 200 guests attended Hospice of the Valley’s 16th annual Off the Vine Vintage Wine Auction held for the first time at Mountain Shadows in Paradise Valley on Oct. 13.

“Coping with Grief at the Holidays,” a community discussion sponsored by Comerica Bank, will be held from 6–7:30 p.m. Nov. 8 at Granite Reef Senior Center, 1700 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale.

Fine wine, delectable food prepared by local celebrity chefs and entertainment in the name of a good cause combine for Hospice of the Valley’s Off the Vine Vintage Wine Auction at 6 p.m. Oct. 13 at Mountain Shadows, 5445 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley.

Hospice of the Valley needs volunteers to visit patients at their homes and provide breaks to family caregivers.

Hospice of the Valley, a not-for-profit that cares for people nearing the end of life announced Friday it received a $50,000 donation from Michael A. Pollack, president and founder of Mesa based Pollack Investments.

Medical students devote most of their learning to the science of medicine—diagnosis, testing, disease progression, treatments, technology and medications.

But this summer, students at the University of Arizona College of Medicine—Phoenix are volunteering at Hospice of the Valley, where the focus is less on cure and more on comfort.

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Hospice of the Valley needs volunteers to visit patients at their homes and provide breaks to family caregivers.