St. Croix Hospice Achieves Milestone with Age-Friendly Care Certification for All Locations
St. Croix Hospice, a leader in providing compassionate end-of-life care, recently made headlines by becoming the first hospice agency to achieve Age-Friendly Care certification across all its locations. This prestigious certification, awarded by the Community Health Accreditation Partner, Inc. (CHAP), signifies St. Croix's dedication to delivering tailored care that meets the unique needs of older adults.
The Age-Friendly Care certification reflects an organization’s commitment to offering care that prioritizes the needs of aging patients through evidence-based practices. St. Croix Hospice has successfully integrated the "4Ms Framework"—What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility—into its care protocols. This ensures that every patient receives comprehensive care that aligns with their individual preferences and promotes their well-being.
Heath Bartness, the Founder and CEO of St. Croix Hospice, emphasized, "We are dedicated to providing individualized care tailored to older adults. This certification recognizes our commitment to enhancing quality of life for them and their families. It reflects our unified efforts across our organization to deliver the highest quality care our patients deserve."
To achieve this certification, all St. Croix Hospice locations underwent specialized training and implemented best practices in geriatric care, emphasizing the importance of respecting patients' wishes while ensuring proper medication management and mental health support.
Ashley Arnold, Senior Vice President of Quality at St. Croix Hospice, remarked, "With over 90% of our patients aged 65 or older, this certification validates our clinical practices and showcases the dedication of our care teams to positively impact our patients and their families."
CHAP's Chief Operating Officer, Teresa Harbour, praised St. Croix Hospice, stating, "Their commitment to implementing the 4Ms Framework illustrates deep respect for what matters most to patients and families. This effort not only enhances patient-centered care but also highlights St. Croix's leadership in the hospice industry."
Currently, St. Croix Hospice serves approximately 5,400 patients daily across the Midwest, ensuring that high-quality, integrated hospice care is available. The expert team at St. Croix provides physical, emotional, and spiritual support tailored to each patient’s needs. With over 75 branches serving ten states, St. Croix guarantees responsive services wherever patients call home.
CHAP is a nonprofit organization established in 1965, dedicated to accrediting home and community-based care providers. Recognized as a leader in establishing care standards, CHAP partners with organizations to enhance the quality of care delivered at home and in the community.
Celebrating 15 years of service, St. Croix Hospice is committed to delivering exceptional hospice care 24/7, throughout the year. The organization prides itself on its rapid response times and the ability to admit patients on the same day, regardless of when care is needed—including evenings, weekends, and holidays. For more information or support, St. Croix Hospice can be contacted at 855-278-2764 or through their website at stcroixhospice.com.
Understanding Age-Friendly Care Certification
The Age-Friendly Care certification reflects an organization’s commitment to offering care that prioritizes the needs of aging patients through evidence-based practices. St. Croix Hospice has successfully integrated the "4Ms Framework"—What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility—into its care protocols. This ensures that every patient receives comprehensive care that aligns with their individual preferences and promotes their well-being.
Heath Bartness, the Founder and CEO of St. Croix Hospice, emphasized, "We are dedicated to providing individualized care tailored to older adults. This certification recognizes our commitment to enhancing quality of life for them and their families. It reflects our unified efforts across our organization to deliver the highest quality care our patients deserve."
Implementing Best Practices in Geriatric Care
To achieve this certification, all St. Croix Hospice locations underwent specialized training and implemented best practices in geriatric care, emphasizing the importance of respecting patients' wishes while ensuring proper medication management and mental health support.
Ashley Arnold, Senior Vice President of Quality at St. Croix Hospice, remarked, "With over 90% of our patients aged 65 or older, this certification validates our clinical practices and showcases the dedication of our care teams to positively impact our patients and their families."
A Commitment to Excellence
CHAP's Chief Operating Officer, Teresa Harbour, praised St. Croix Hospice, stating, "Their commitment to implementing the 4Ms Framework illustrates deep respect for what matters most to patients and families. This effort not only enhances patient-centered care but also highlights St. Croix's leadership in the hospice industry."
Currently, St. Croix Hospice serves approximately 5,400 patients daily across the Midwest, ensuring that high-quality, integrated hospice care is available. The expert team at St. Croix provides physical, emotional, and spiritual support tailored to each patient’s needs. With over 75 branches serving ten states, St. Croix guarantees responsive services wherever patients call home.
About CHAP
CHAP is a nonprofit organization established in 1965, dedicated to accrediting home and community-based care providers. Recognized as a leader in establishing care standards, CHAP partners with organizations to enhance the quality of care delivered at home and in the community.
About St. Croix Hospice
Celebrating 15 years of service, St. Croix Hospice is committed to delivering exceptional hospice care 24/7, throughout the year. The organization prides itself on its rapid response times and the ability to admit patients on the same day, regardless of when care is needed—including evenings, weekends, and holidays. For more information or support, St. Croix Hospice can be contacted at 855-278-2764 or through their website at stcroixhospice.com.
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