Amedisys

03/04/2026

This month's MVP Moment recognizes Contessa caregiver Aslim Amile, BSN, RN: a cornerstone of the High Acuity Care team in Hawthorne, NY who consistently demonstrates our Amedisys SPIRIT core values.

Colleagues often use one word to describe Aslim: exceptional. He embraces new protocols, mentors newer team members and continually refines his skills. His integrity, respect and calm presence earn the trust of patients, families and the care team.

“Aslim never loses sight of why he chose this profession,” says Nicole Vazquez, HAC Clinical Liaison, who nominated him for MVP. “He puts patients first, even during the busiest times, and goes above and beyond to ensure compassionate, personalized care.”

Thank you, Aslim, for inspiring your team and making a lasting impact on patients and families!

03/03/2026

The 2025 Spirit of Excellence awards recognize the very best of Amedisys, and our Hospice North Region winners are true examples of dedication and care. We are deeply grateful for the dedication and passion our Hospice team brings every day. Let’s take a moment to thank them for their unwavering commitment this year:

- Nurse of the Year - Stephany Savaria, RN, Kingstown, RI, North Region
- Social Worker/Chaplain of the Year - Vicki Oman, HSP Chaplain, Plymouth, MA, North Region
- Aide of the Year - Adelia Stilwell, HA, Monongahela, PA, North Region
- Clinical Manager of the Year - Catherine Wilson, BSN, RN, Blackstone, VA, North Region
- Volunteer of the Year - Bill Jackson, Pennsylvania, North Region
- Patient Support Professional of the Year - Ashley Gouger, HSP Business Office Manager, Brookfield, WI, North Region
- Peer Mentor of the Year - Ashley Simmons, RN, Blackstone, VA, North Region

Visit the Spirit of Excellence page to read about all of this year's winners: https://web.amedisys.com/soe-2025

03/02/2026

Social workers are an important part of the Amedisys family of caregivers. We’re grateful for you all year and honored to recognize you during Social Work Month.

02/27/2026

We are pleased to recognize the 2025 Spirit of Excellence award winners from the Hospice South Region team! Providing comfort and support to our patients and families during life’s most challenging moments is a role that takes true passion and strength. Please help us thank them for their dedication this year:

- Nurse of the Year - Eva Aderholdt, LPN, Toccoa, GA, South Region
- Social Worker/Chaplain of the Year - Sarah Cooper, MSW, Kingsport, TN, South Region
- Aide of the Year - Teresa Schultz, LNA, Tucson, AZ, South Region
- Volunteer of the Year - John Storey, Louisiana, South Region
- Clinical Manager of the Year - Melissa Corley, Columbia, SC, South Region
- Patient Support Professional of the Year - Tamara McLanahan, HSP Business Office Specialist, Clermont, FL, South Region
- Peer Mentor of the Year - Lisa Klinefelter, BSN, RN, Clermont, FL, South Region

Visit the Spirit of Excellence page to read about all of this year's winners: https://hubs.li/Q044t1BS0

02/26/2026

Heart failure is a major national health challenge. It remains the only cardiovascular disease that continues to rise, and it's the number one cause of hospitalization in adults over 65.

During Heart Month, we're highlighting our Heart Failure Empowerment Program designed for our home health patients. We help patients understand their disease, recognize early warning signs and adopt heart-healthy habits. A structured home health approach can help loved ones who are living with heart failure remain stable and out of the hospital.

Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q044RrnF0

02/25/2026

Many families wonder what happens if they choose hospice and later feel it’s not the right fit. In hospice care, patient choice is always protected — including the right to stop care at any time, for any reason, even after services have begun.

Our latest blog explains how hospice eligibility, recertification and patient choice work, and what it looks like to discontinue or resume hospice if your goals or needs change.

Read more about patient choice and the flexibility built into hospice care: https://hubs.li/Q044K4x50

02/23/2026

Starting hospice care brings many important questions for patients and families. Our latest free resource, Hospice End-of-Life Expectations, guides families through this difficult time, covering:

- What to expect during the first few days after admission
- The role of hospice nurses, aides, chaplains and volunteers in patient care
- How families can support and participate in care and comfort
- Detailed information on practical preparations for the end of life

Download to read more: https://hubs.li/Q044cK9V0

02/23/2026

We are thrilled to announce the 2025 Spirit of Excellence award winners from our Home Health Northeast Region! These individuals have truly gone above and beyond in providing compassionate and exceptional care, embodying the core values of Amedisys. Please join us in congratulating them on this well-deserved recognition:

- Nurse of the Year - Kelly Youger, RN, Uniontown, PA, Northeast Region
- Social Worker/Therapist of the Year - Jennifer Crenshaw, OTR/L, Physical Therapist, Augusta, ME, Northeast Region
- Aide of the Year - Tabitha Deal, CNA, HHA, Crewe, VA, Northeast Region
- Clinical Manager of the Year - Sherri Warren, RN, Masontown, PA, Northeast Region
- Patient Support Professional of the Year - Kellie Rathbun, Office Manager, Pittsfield, MA, Northeast Region
- Peer Mentor of the Year - Ashley Starke, BSN, RN, Dover, DE, Northeast Region

Visit the Spirit of Excellence page to read about all of this year's winners:
https://hubs.li/Q044cw7Y0

02/19/2026

The 2025 Spirit of Excellence awards give us the chance to recognize our standout team members. These individuals represent the very best of Amedisys and continue to inspire us with their dedication to patient care. Join us in thanking our award winners from the Home Health Southeast Region:

Nurse of the Year - Lexie Fulbright, BSN, RN, Toccoa, GA, Southeast Region
Social Worker/Therapist of the Year - Stephanie Karl, PT, Canton, GA, Southeast Region
Aide of the Year - Joann Porter, CNA, Cedartown, GA, Southeast Region
Clinical Manager of the Year - Kayla Jaimes, RN, Douglas, GA, Southeast Region
Patient Support Professional of the Year - Christina Cosey, Office Manager, Butler, GA, Southeast Region
Peer Mentor of the Year -Paula Burks, RN, Douglasville, GA, Southeast Region

Visit the Spirit of Excellence page to read about all of this year's winners: https://hubs.li/Q0439Rd_0

02/18/2026

Sometimes, the support you need most is the kind that comes right to your home. We’re honored to stand with patients and families when they need us most, delivering care that truly exceeds expectations.

02/17/2026

Sometimes it takes slowing down and sitting beside someone to remember what truly matters.

That’s what many of our hospice volunteers discover at Amedisys — the quiet, meaningful moments that bring purpose back into focus.

One of our volunteers recently shared how this experience has changed their life for the better, offering connection, gratitude, and a deeper appreciation for each day. Their story is a beautiful reminder that giving your time can be one of the most powerful gifts.

Apply today to become a volunteer: https://hubs.li/Q0439LV70

02/14/2026

Today is all about honoring the people who bring warmth, comfort, and connection into our lives. At Amedisys, we’re grateful for the patients, families, and caregivers who remind us every day what love looks like in its truest form — kindness, presence, and compassion.

Wishing you moments of peace, joy, and heartfelt connection today.

From our family to yours, Happy Valentine’s Day.

03/21/2025

Amedisys Hospice of Conway social worker Jennifer Fuller and Community Engagement Coordinator Tanya Messer Griffin had the honor of attending Horry County Council on Aging Community Birthday Party today. Happy Birthday to all the ladies honored that are a 100 years or older. And a very Happy 106 Birthday goes out to our very own patient Mrs Sallie. It was a special day indeed to honor her and celebrate just how special she truly is.

03/10/2025

💖 Urgent! Volunteers Needed to Support Hospice Patients Now! 💖

Every day, hospice patients need loving, compassionate individuals to support them—and you can make a difference TODAY.

Whether you have 30 minutes to 1 hour per week or more to spare, we need your help in various roles:

· Patient Volunteering: Offering companionship and support

· Letter Writing: Bringing smiles through uplifting messages

· Phone Calls: Providing comforting conversations

· Administrative Help: Keeping things organized so caregivers can focus on patients

Your support can bring comfort when it's needed most. Will you answer the call to help today?

🕰️ Only 30 minutes to 1 hour per week

🏡 Myrtle Beach, SC and surrounding areas (Pen pals can be anywhere in the US.)

Find out how to apply today by contacting Tanya Messer Griffin, cell: 828-506-0627 email: tanya.messer@amedisys.com or by completing an online application today at:

https://app.betterimpact.com/Application?OrganizationGuid=bc9645fd-4494-4630-b7de-600852519aea&ApplicationFormNumber=1

02/07/2025

Some veteran love this week from the Conway SC Amedisys Hospice office. We delivered some red ♥️ white🤍 and blue 💙 lapel pins to the Vet Cafe. We hope you enjoy this small token of our appreciation for all you have done and for your service to our country. We appreciate everyone of you.

01/31/2025

Congratulations to you Merrell. We are so grateful for all you do for our veterans community here in South Carolina!

Our very own SC/GA Regional Volunteer Coordinator, Merrell Lowe, was recently presented with the South Carolina Home Care & Hospice Association (SCHCHA) Hospice-Veteran Partnership Award. This distinction was granted as part of SCHCHA's 2024 H.O.M.E. (Honoring Outstanding Merit & Excellence) Awards, and recognizes a hospice employee who is a leader within their organization and community.

As Merrell's nominators shared, "The patients Merrell serves are thankful to have a fellow Veteran who understands the unique needs of a Veteran patient. He has helped lead the way for Regional Volunteer Coordinators around the country to find deeper and stronger connections with Veteran patients."

Congratulations, Merrell, on this incredible recognition! Thank you for your service, and for all the passion you bring to our team at Amedisys.