Covenant Hospice

Partners In Care Newsletters

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 21:34:53 GMT

PIC Home Newsletter Education Staff PIC Toolkit Summer 2008 Issue If you have any ideas, articles, or shout-outs you would like to see published in our upcoming PIC Newsletter, we want to know! Please contact us by emailing karen.cash@covenanthospice.org . Archives: 2008 Spring 2007 Fall 2007 Summer 2006 Summer 2005 Fall 2005 Spring 2004 Fall 2004 Spring 2003 Fall 2003 Spring

A Message from President & CEO, Dale O. Knee

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:55:45 GMT

On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff and volunteer of Covenant Hospice, I would like to personally thank you for visiting our website to learn more about Covenant Hospice and the services we provide. We feel so fortunate to be able to provide care to almost 1,300 patients throughout 35 counties each and every day. I hope that our website has provided you helpful information about end-of-life issues, and I hope that when the times comes, that you will entrust your loved one to our care. I am going to address some questions below that we receive frequently here at Covenant Hospice. However, if you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact us. Sincerely, Dale O. Knee President & CEO of Covenant Hospice About Dale Knee Frequently Asked Hospice Questions Who is eligible for hospice? Do patients have to give up their own doctors? Is hospice care only for cancer patients? I live in an assisted living facility or nursing home. Why would I...

Covenant Society Donor Recognition Program

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 16:45:52 GMT

The Covenant Society is open to anyone wishing to contribute a minimum of $500 annually toward providing comprehensive, compassionate care to individuals and their loved ones at the end-of-life. For more information, please contact the Development Department at (850) 438-9714. Gift Levels: Diamond Level - $5,000 and above Annual Gifts Year end thank you letter with lapel Diamond pin Name listed in Covenant Hospice’s Annual Report as a Diamond Supporter Receive a copy of the Annual Report Receive Invitations to Special Events and other activities Receive an annual Covenant Hospice Plaque Name listed on Covenant Hospices website as a Diamond Supporter Name listed in Covenant Hospices Special Event programs as a Diamond Supporter The 2007 Diamond Level Members Emerald Level: $2,500-$4,999 Annual Gifts Year end thank you letter with lapel Emerald pin Name listed in Covenant Hospice’s Annual Report as an Emerald Supporter Receive a copy of the...

Covenant Society

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 16:43:57 GMT

Covenant Hospice is pleased to welcome the following donors as members of the Covenant Society for their 2006 contributions. That you for your support and generosity. Diamond Level Donors (learn more...) 21st Century Oncology Alfred I duPont Foundation, Inc. American Hospital Association Azalea Trace Sunday Morning Worship Service Dick and Laverne Baker Bear Family Foundation Berg Steel Pipe Corporation Bill and Martha Pullum Family Foundation, Inc. Brown Helicopter, Inc. Chadbourne Family Foundation Mrs. Thelma Cooey Cox Communications Gulf Coast, LLC D. W. McMillan Foundation D. W. McMillan Trust Mr. and Mrs. J. Mark Dunning Estate of Ira Francis Estate of Dorothy Atwood Hinkle Peter A. Falzone and Billie Jean Falzone Fort Walton Beach Medical Center Mr. and Mrs. Sam Goldenberg Mr. and Mrs. James Grimsley Gulf Power Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Robin Herr J. H. Baroco Foundation James J. Marks Foundation,...

Areas We Serve

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 17:51:49 GMT

Click on an area on the map to view information about the Offices and Community Support Centers for that area.

Working with Covenant

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:48:12 GMT

Covenant Hospice employees enjoy unique and rewarding careers in a variety of fields. Whether caring for patients directly or serving in administrative roles to support those who do, our employees strive to provide excellence in compassionate care to our patients, their loved ones, and the community. View our current openings. The Covenant Hospice culture is one that current staff members feel is an important part in their continued success. Among the key points noted by staff who feel this is the right place for them to be: Rewarding both personally & professionally. Growth and advancement opportunities. Family working atmosphere. Great teamwork. A true passion for what we do. Some of Covenant Hospices Employee Benefits include: Life Insurance All employees qualify for a Covenant-funded employee death benefit equal to one months salary. Full-time staff receive what is equal to one years salary to a maximum of $50,000 at no charge. Health & Dental Insurance...

End-of-Life Education

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:40:11 GMT

In living up to Covenant’s Mission, education is a priority for our center. Covenant Hospice provides professional in-services for our paid and volunteer staff. We also provide workshops for the private caregiver, the family and the community at large. Since comfort and hospice care is provided in many settings, so are our educational programs. Educational programs cover such topics as pain and symptom control, comfort or palliative care, documentation, communication and grief. Covenant has received national recognition by the Hospice and Palliative Nursing Association for its continued support and training of staff for Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing and Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant training programs. These training programs involve hourly lunch and learn sessions as well as an 8-hour study retreat taught by Covenant’s own staff of Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurses. Covenant staff obtained a 100% pass rate on the exam in the first quarter 2003. ...

Covenant Hospice Media Information

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 20:25:52 GMT

Newsroom Recent Awards 2006 Annual Report What is Covenant Hospice? In 1980, a committee of representatives from Pensacola, Florida area hospitals was appointed to develop a community-based hospice program. Through their efforts to provide care for persons with life-limiting illnesses, this committee’s hospice program led to the creation of our organization, Hospice of Northwest Florida and later changed to Covenant Hospice. As Covenant Hospice continues putting life into days when days can no longer be added to life, we are positively affecting thousands of lives each year. We proudly provide our services openheartedly without regard to age, race, gender or religion. When families need end-of-life care, Covenant Hospice provides services regardless of their ability to pay. Covenant Hospice Facts: Covenant Hospice is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization serving 35 counties in South Alabama, Northwest Florida and the Big Bend area of...

Service Area

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 19:12:32 GMT

Partners In Care Educational Resources

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:25:46 GMT

PIC Home Newsletter Education Staff PIC Toolkit As you make educational preparations during the year 2008, Covenant Hospice would like to continue to be available to you as an educational resource. The Partners In Care Program is able to offer the following in-services to the community. You may schedule in-services by speaking with your local area Covenant Community Educator. If you need to know how to contact your Community Educator or have questions about the in-services, you may call the Education Department at 800-541-3072 or 850-202-0913. We look forward to hearing from you! Teamwork between Teams: Different Personalities, Collaborative Care – Illustrates how bringing together two teams of people with different personality types affects the dynamics of work interaction and provides tips on working together and resolving conflict. Target audience: All...

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 18:47:47 GMT

Studer Group, a national healthcare leadership and management development group, and Covenant Hospice announce an exciting new partnership, which will include collaboration for multiple services for health care organizations. The new services will include training programs for leaders involved with providing end-of-life care (including palliative, home health, long term care and hospice care), specialized consultation services, and an Institute concentrating on end-of-life issues. The two organizations will also harvest and develop new tools and teaching material. Studer Covenant Alliance Mission and Vision Statements Excellence in End-of-Life Care The Alliance combines the hardwired processes of Studer Group with the expertise of Covenant Hospice in providing end-of-life care to help others in this arena make a greater difference. The Alliance will provide evidence-based tools and processes that hospice and palliative care organizations can immediately use to create and...

About Covenant - Video

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 14:27:15 GMT

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Covenant Hospice Inpatient and Palliative Care Center at West Florida Hospital

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 14:20:54 GMT

8383 North Davis Highway Pensacola, Florida 32514 When a life-limiting illness is no longer manageable at home, Covenant Hospices Inpatient and Palliative Care Center at West Florida Hospital can provide comfort and support to patients and their families during this difficult journey. Our unique concept of care supports the belief that everyone has the right to die pain-free and with dignity, and that loved ones will receive the necessary support to allow the patient to do so. The Care Center offers: Licensed and certified hospice-trained physicians and nurses who are experts in pain and symptom management Social workers and chaplains trained in patient and family emotional and spiritual needs A full continuum of specialized, individualized care 24-hours-a-day Specially trained volunteers who are available to support the patient and family A home-like atmosphere with unlimited visiting hours where family, children, and loved ones are welcome Four family suites,...

Covenant Hospice Inpatient and Palliative Care Center at West Florida Hospital

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 19:20:25 GMT

Rooms and Amenities Family Suites Accommodations for one patient with an electric bed and a private restroom. Each suite will have a comfortable family area for visiting and sleeping accommodations for one family member. Semi-Private Rooms Accommodations for two patients with two electric beds. Each room will have a comfortable seating or sleeping area for both families. Private Rooms Accommodations for one patient with an electric bed and a private restroom. Each room will have a leather recliner for sitting or sleeping. Family Room A place where family and loved ones can spend time together. The room has a table to seat four, a television cabinet with television, a hutch to hold childrens toys, a washer/dryer for personal use, snacks and drinks, and comfortable seating. Conference Room A place where staff can hold group meetings with three workstations, two square tables, eight conference chairs, two wing chairs and tables to match, lamps, pictures, and...

Defining Principles for Employee and Volunteer Values

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:50:11 GMT

As an Employee or Volunteer of Covenant Hospice, I will:

Respect the worth, dignity and diversity of each individual, and not discriminate against or refuse to treat any patient for any reason;

Be honest and adhere to high ethical and professional standards by fulfilling all my commitments to the organization, job applicants, our patients and their loved ones;

Be responsible to my profession, my patients, my co-workers and my job functions by seeking appropriate assistance for issues or problems that could impair my performance or judgment;

Be judicious in the use of all resources, while providing a high quality of care and services, and strive for continuous quality improvement in order to support the organizations integrity and reputation;

Be supportive of a creative atmosphere in which individual and team initiatives for innovative care and services will flourish, and provide due recognition for individual and team performance;

Be sincere, candid and open in my communication with coworkers, affirming a sense of cooperation and respect within our organization;

Be flexible, supportive and responsive to changing circumstances to enable our organization to maintain its position as a leader in hospice care.

Covenant's Mission Statement

Defining Principles for Patient Care Values

Defining Principles for Organizational Values

Who is Covenant Hospice?

Defining Principles for Patient Care Values

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:47:14 GMT

As a not-for-profit provider of hospice services, Covenant Hospice:

Affirms life and neither hastens or postpones death;

Without discrimination, serves individuals with any life-limiting illnesses or condition who reside within the authorized service area;

Understands the patient, family, life partner and network of friends are a “unit of care” and are all active participants in the development of a comprehensive care plan;

Respects the choices and values of those we serve concerning the quality of life they seek to maintain;

Strives to relieve suffering through focusing on the whole person physically, emotionally and spiritually through an interdisciplinary team of staff, volunteers and other community resources;

Provides support services for the family, life partner and friends, and continuing after the death of the patient;

Acts within a consistent set of ethical principles embracing autonomy, beneficence, non-malfeasance, justice and integrity of the hospice provider; and,

Monitors and assesses quality of care, services and programs on an ongoing basis to assure continuous quality improvement and corporate compliance with laws, regulations and procedures.

Covenant's Mission Statement

Defining Principles for Employee and Volunteer Values

Defining Principles for Organizational Values

Who is Covenant Hospice?

Defining Principles for Organizational Values

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:45:10 GMT

As An Employer, Covenant Hospice:

Respects the worth, dignity and diversity of all individuals. Covenant Hospice will not discriminate in employee selection or refuse employment on the basis of race, color, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, or disability if reasonable accommodations can be made;

Expects staff and volunteers to adhere to high ethical and professional standards;

Recognizes the value of employees and volunteers who foster cooperation and consensus within our multi-disciplinary organization;

Supports a creative atmosphere which encourages individual initiative, open communication, personal responsibility and employee growth;

Respects confidentiality toward patients, families, colleagues, applicants, and any sensitive situation arising within the organization;

Believes in providing just and fair recognition for individual, team and departmental performance; and,

Expects each employee and volunteer to fulfill their obligations and commitments so that effective, courteous and efficient care and services are provided each patient, family member, co-worker, vendor, supplier and other customers.

Covenant's Mission Statement

Defining Principles for Patient Care Values

Defining Principles for Employee and Volunteer Values

Who is Covenant Hospice?

Wed, 23 May 2007 15:49:59 GMT

Chris Comeaux, Vice President of the Studer/Covenant Alliance began his work experience with one of the Big 4 CPA consulting firms, KPMG Peat Marwick in Houston, Texas. After KPMG, Comeaux went to work with Cooper Industries in their Executive Development Program and was later named CFO for Covenant Hospice. In this position he saw the organization grow from a $7 million dollar budget serving 180 patients per day to a $36 million dollar budget serving 600 patients per day. After 5 years with Covenant Hospice, Comeaux left to become the President/CEO of Four Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care in western North Carolina. During his time there he oversaw phenomenal growth in a 4 year time frame going from 30 hospice patients per day to over 400 hospice and palliative care patients per day. Comeaux was the 2005 recipient of the Peter Keese Leadership award given by the Carolinas Center for Hospice and End of Life Care. Through his breadth of experience at a very young age,...

Thank you!

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 19:38:39 GMT

We appreciate your recognition of the value and benefit of hospice care. Our promise is that we will continue to provide compassionate, quality care to those patients and families who need Covenant Hospice.

You should receive a confirmation email by the end of the next business day.

Thank you for your support!

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Comfort Baskets

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:39:23 GMT

Sponsor an 11th Hour Comfort Basket A message from Sue Straughn, WEAR-TV Anchor and Covenant Hospice Board Member: Many of us are very fortunate to have our family and friends around us as we journey through life. Sadly, this is not the case for everyone. Covenant’s 11th Hour Program was created to ensure that no one has to die alone. Our volunteers are specially trained to be with patients during their final days to provide emotional support and a caring presence. Volunteers are given Comfort Baskets to take with them as they visit with 11th hour patients. These baskets contain items including a book of spiritual readings, a portable CD player with specially selected CDs of music composed to provide restful sleep, lotion so volunteers can massage patients’ hands, candles to provide aromatherapy, a journal and other items which will help the volunteer make patients as comfortable as possible. Each basket costs $100.00 including replenishing supplies for an entire year....