GENESEO, N.Y., Nov. 18, 2024 - The Livingston County Board of Supervisors has proclaimed November as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, a time to recognize those who provide compassionate care and relief from pain for individuals in their final months.
Livingston County Hospice is a not-for-profit agency serving families throughout the county. It was recently named among the top 5% of hospice providers nationwide by the Hospice Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for superior performance in patient and family satisfaction. The board’s proclamation recognizes the comfort and dignity the agency’s staff has provided to thousands of county residents, allowing them to spend their final months at home surrounded by loved ones.
“Hospice care can be an uncomfortable topic for many people to discuss, but it’s a critical service that is invaluable during some of life’s most challenging moments,” explained Livingston County Hospice Coordinator Karen Navagh. “I thank the board for shining a light on the vital work done by our staff. By recognizing November as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, we hope to raise awareness about the compassionate care and family support available to our community members when they need it most.”
The only certified hospice program in the county, Livingston County Hospice offers a broad range of services aimed at supporting patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families, including family bereavement support, medication home delivery, and on-call 24/7 nursing availability. Since its establishment in 1993, the program has focused on improving quality of life, while managing symptoms, and offering emotional and spiritual support during the end-of-life journey.
In 2024, the county’s hospice program is projected to support and guide more than 180 families through their loves one’s final days. This month, the county’s board of supervisors encourages residents to increase their understanding and awareness of this important end of life care and discuss their end of life wishes with their families.
To learn more, visit the Livingston County Hospice homepage. To volunteer with Livingston County Hospice, email skniffin@co.livingston.ny.us.
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About Livingston County:
Founded in 1821, Livingston County, N.Y., is home to more than 61,000 residents in 17 towns located across 631 square miles of the Finger Lakes region.