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10/24/2025

Celebrating Respiratory Therapy Week | October 19–25

This week, we recognize and celebrate the incredible work of Respiratory Therapists who help patients breathe with comfort and confidence. Their skill, dedication, and compassion are vital in caring for those with respiratory challenges and supporting recovery across all areas of health care.

At Healthkeeperz, we’re proud to be unique in offering both Respiratory Care and Home Medical Equipment & Supplies to support our patients in their homes and communities.

We’re especially grateful for our amazing respiratory therapists:
• Tina — 28 years as a Respiratory Therapist | 6 years with Healthkeeperz
• Zenia — 30 years as a Respiratory Therapist | 28 years with Healthkeeperz

Your expertise and dedication make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve every day. Thank you for helping our patients breathe easier. 💙

10/22/2025

Healthkeeperz Celebrates Grand Opening of New CAP Case Management Office in Lumberton

Robeson County – Lumberton, NC – On a beautiful fall morning, Healthkeeperz proudly hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of its new Community Alternatives Program (CAP) Case Management Office in Lumberton, NC. Held on October 22, the event marked a major milestone in expanding access to home and community-based services for families across Robeson County and surrounding areas.

With record attendance of over 60 guests, the event brought together community leaders, healthcare partners, elected officials, and members of the public who share in the mission of supporting families with complex care needs. The Lumberton Chamber of Commerce, along with Mayor Bruce Davis and City Councilman Eric Chavis, joined Healthkeeperz leadership and teammates in commemorating the occasion.

Healthkeeperz President & CEO Tim Brooks delivered heartfelt remarks, reflecting on the critical role CAP Case Management plays in supporting children and adults with disabilities. "Healthkeeperz is a leading and trusted agency in providing CAP Case Management,” Brooks shared. “For more than 20 years, we have helped children and adults flourish in the place they call home through compassionate and coordinated care. Our team’s passion and expertise are what make us a true partner to the families we serve.”

“It’s a family business that started with my father, Howard Brooks, more than 60 years ago...I’m standing on his shoulders as he stood on the shoulders of those who came before him. So we certainly don’t take credit for what Healthkeeperz is today, because it’s a legacy that my dad started,” remarked Healthkeeperz President & CEO Tim Brooks at the event.

Brooks also recognized the Healthkeeperz CAP Team and shared a moving story of a family whose loved one transitioned from CAP services to hospice care, highlighting how the continuity of support allowed a caregiver daughter to simply be a daughter in her mother’s final days. “Allow Healthkeeperz to take the burden off of you,” he said. “That’s the heart of what we do.”

The Community Alternatives Program (CAP) is a North Carolina Medicaid initiative that helps individuals avoid institutional care by offering person-centered, cost-effective services in the home and community. These services not only promote independence for the participant but also provide critical relief and structure for primary caregivers.

The opening of the new Lumberton location demonstrates Healthkeeperz’s continued commitment to providing trusted, community-based care throughout southeastern North Carolina. With its strong reputation and local roots, Healthkeeperz continues to be a vital healthcare partner for individuals and families navigating complex systems of care.

About Healthkeeperz
Healthkeeperz is a locally owned and trusted care provider serving North Carolina since 1966. From Hospice and Home Medical Equipment to CAP Case Management and Tailored Care Management, Healthkeeperz’s goal is simple: to help people flourish in the place they call home. The organization cares for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—because everyone deserves compassionate, complete, and community-focused care.

www.healthkeeperz.com
2003 Godwin Ave., Ste B, Lumberton, NC
910-522-0009

10/22/2025

A gorgeous day for a grand opening!

Healthkeeperz proudly cut the ribbon on our new CAP Case Management Office in Lumberton, NC — expanding access to home and community-based services across Robeson County.

With over 60 guests in attendance, the event brought together community leaders, healthcare partners, elected officials, and members of the public who share in the mission of supporting families with complex care needs. The Lumberton Chamber of Commerce, along with Mayor Bruce Davis and City Councilman Eric Chavis, joined Healthkeeperz leadership and teammates in commemorating the occasion.

For more than 20 years, Healthkeeperz has helped families flourish at home through trusted, compassionate care — and this new space allows us to do even more. “It’s a family business that started with my father, Howard Brooks, more than 60 years ago...I’m standing on his shoulders as he stood on the shoulders of those who came before him. So we certainly don’t take credit for what Healthkeeperz is today, because it’s a legacy that my dad started,” remarked Healthkeeperz President & CEO Tim Brooks at the event.

Brooks also recognized the Healthkeeperz CAP Team and shared a moving story of a family whose loved one transitioned from CAP services to hospice care, highlighting how the continuity of support allowed a caregiver daughter to simply be a daughter in her mother’s final days. “Allow Healthkeeperz to take the burden off of you,” he said. “That’s the heart of what we do.”

On Oct. 22 HealthKeeperz celebrated their new Community Alternatives Program (CAP) Case Management Office in Lumberton. Photos by GFBJ. HealthKeeperz is proud to announce the opening of its new Community Alternatives Program (CAP) Case Management Office in Lumberton, N.C. HealthKeeperz held...

10/16/2025

Spotlight on Dr. Robin Peace

Behind every hospice story is a team led by compassion and experience.

Meet Dr. Robin Y. Peace, our Hospice Medical Director, who partners with nurses, social workers, and chaplains to provide care that feels like family. Dr. Peace truly believes that hospice is a gift.

“The heart of hospice is helping families find peace — physically, emotionally, and spiritually.”

Dr. Peace is a family medicine physician in Lumberton, North Carolina, affiliated with UNC Health Southeastern. She received her medical degree from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University and has been in practice for more than 20 years.

Known in the community as the “Preacher of Health,” Dr. Peace is deeply involved in Robeson County and currently serves as Medical Director for Healthkeeperz Hospice. She is board certified in Family Medicine and has extensive expertise in treating Alzheimer’s dementia, hypertension, and diabetes, among other conditions.

Dr. Peace considers it an honor to oversee the overall management of hospice patients. Her deep passion for compassionate end-of-life care guides her in helping patients and families find peace, comfort, and dignity.

“People often perceive hospice as giving up on life, when in truth, we’re focused on providing comfort and improving quality of life. We help our patients maintain dignity and die with grace. Hospice is truly a gift to both the patient and the family.”

We’re grateful for Dr. Peace’s leadership and her heart for our mission of caring for all people for the glory of God.

10/13/2025

Celebrating National Case Management Week – Guiding Journeys (Oct 12–18, 2025)

This week, we proudly join organizations across the nation in celebrating National Case Management Week and honoring the incredible work of our Healthkeeperz Case Managers.

The national theme, “Guiding Journeys,” perfectly reflects the heart of what our case managers do each day, helping individuals and families navigate complex healthcare systems with compassion, clarity, and hope. At Healthkeeperz, this theme beautifully aligns with our mission of caring for all people for the glory of God. Our case managers are often the steady hands and guiding hearts behind the scenes, ensuring that no one has to walk their journey alone.

We are deeply grateful for your dedication, your service, and your unwavering commitment to improving lives in the communities we serve. You embody our mission every single day.

Thank you for being the heart of Healthkeeperz and for guiding journeys with compassion and faith.

10/08/2025

Think only doctors can refer someone to hospice? That’s a myth!
Hospice referrals can come from anyone — nurses, social workers, case managers, clergy, or even family members.

You can call Healthkeeperz Hospice directly for an evaluation, and our compassionate team will guide you every step of the way.

If you have questions about hospice care, we’re here to help you find the answers you deserve.

10/07/2025

Healthkeeperz Celebrates Ribbon Cutting of New CAP Case Management Office in Lumberton

Robeson County – Lumberton, NC – Healthkeeperz is proud to announce the opening of its new Community Alternatives Program (CAP) Case Management Office in Lumberton, NC. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held to mark this exciting milestone, celebrating expanded access to home and community-based care for families across Robeson County.

The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 10 a.m. at the new Robeson CAP Case Management Office, located at 2003 Godwin Avenue in Lumberton, NC.

The Community Alternatives Program (CAP) is a North Carolina Medicaid program that coordinates a range of supportive services not typically covered by regular Medicaid. The goal of CAP is to provide quality, cost-effective care in the home and community as an alternative to placement in a facility, while also providing essential relief and support to primary caregivers.

“At Healthkeeperz, we work with you to fulfill your desire to receive care in your home while maintaining your health, safety, and well-being,” said Tia Lowery Sanderson, Director of CAP Case Management. “This new office allows us to expand our reach and strengthen our commitment to helping families thrive where they are most comfortable – at home.”

Since 2002, Healthkeeperz has been a leader in providing CAP Case Management for adults and children with disabilities. The new Lumberton office reflects the organization’s long-standing dedication to community-based care.

“Healthkeeperz is a leading and trusted agency in providing CAP Case Management,” said Tim Brooks, President & CEO of Healthkeeperz. “For more than 20 years, we have helped children and adults with disabilities flourish in the place they call home through compassionate and coordinated care. Our team’s passion and expertise are what make us a true partner to the families we serve.”

The Lumberton CAP Office represents another step forward in Healthkeeperz’s mission to care for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—while supporting caregivers and strengthening communities across North Carolina.

About Healthkeeperz
Healthkeeperz is a locally owned and trusted care provider serving North Carolina since 1966. From Hospice and Home Medical Equipment to CAP Case Management and Tailored Care Management, Healthkeeperz’s goal is simple: to help people flourish in the place they call home. The organization cares for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—because everyone deserves compassionate, complete, and community-focused care.
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10/03/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Behind every ribbon is a family, a community, a journey. To the ones we’ve lost, the survivors, and those still fighting...we see you, we stand with you, and we honor your journey. 💗

10/01/2025

Barnabas Award Spotlight

Please join us in celebrating Amber Bass, RN, with our Hospice Team—the 2nd Quarter 2025 Barnabas Award recipient!

Amber is more than a nurse, she is a steady presence, a source of comfort, and often, peace in the hardest of moments. Her patients and families describe her compassion in action: whether painting a patient’s nails in her final hours or simply sitting at the bedside to ensure no one feels alone.

Amber’s dedication goes beyond clinical care—she advocates, follows through, and makes sure families feel supported every step of the way. With her “family first” spirit, she uplifts teammates and reminds us what it means to serve with both skill and heart. 💜

Congratulations, Amber! Thank you for embodying the values of Healthkeeperz and making a difference in so many lives.

10/01/2025

Turn treatment time into fun time!

Healthkeeperz offers kid-friendly nebulizers to help little ones breath easier.

Contact us today to get started! 📞910-522-0009 | healthkeeperz.com

09/30/2025

💜 Are you considering hospice for your loved one but unsure if they qualify?
You don’t have to make this decision alone.

At Healthkeeperz, our care team is here to guide you through the eligibility process and support you every step of the way. Hospice care focuses on the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of both patients and families, providing comfort, dignity, and peace during life’s most tender moments.

📞 Contact Healthkeeperz today to learn more and receive compassionate guidance during this difficult time.

09/29/2025

🌟 Community Helper Day Spotlight! 🌟

We’re so proud of our very own Hospice Director, Kellie, and Nurse Practitioner, who spent the day at school teaching students all about healthcare careers and the importance of helping others.

Kellie’s passion for giving back shines through in moments like this—and we’re grateful for the opportunity to represent Healthkeeperz in our community. 💜