National Hospice/Palliative Care Month 2011

Oct 28, 2011

From NHPCO:

November is the best time to thank those who ensure that you provide the best care possible to your patients and families.  Celebrate the month by recognizing those who listen and provide hands-on care. Whether they are staff or volunteers, work in the office or out in the field, donate to your program, or refer patients to hospice – let them know you appreciate their support.

Time is running out to purchase your gifts and giveaways for staff, volunteers, donors, referral sources and community members!

Hospice/palliative care month selections range from 75 cents and up. Find the perfect gifts to match your budget.  Visit Marketplace today!

2011 Hospice/Palliative Care Month Outreach Materials

Listed below are links to the many materials—organized by topic area.

Social Workers Help Pet Owners Navigate Homelessness

Social Workers Help Pet Owners Navigate Homelessness

Last year, New York city opened its first pet-inclusive homeless shelter By Faye Beard Christine Kim, MSW, knows well the choice many unhoused individuals face when deciding to keep their pets with them—no matter what. “Many people experiencing homelessness are even...

Violence in Schools: Social Workers Need to be Part of the Change

Violence in Schools: Social Workers Need to be Part of the Change

By Sue Coyle At 13, eighth-grader Melissa* is no stranger to lockdown drills—drills where students and staff practice what they would do if an active shooter was on campus. She says the drills occur monthly, more frequently at the beginning of the school year, and are...

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