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Caring to the End: Inside Endeavor’s Compassionate Approach

April 9, 2024 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

Caring to the End: Inside Endeavor's Compassionate Approach

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Caring to the End: Inside Endeavor’s Compassionate Approach

In this episode of Phoenix Business Radio, Karen Nowicki is joined by Sandy Smith and Dave Rodgers with Endeavor Hospice. Together, they stress the vital role of hospice care, breaking down misconceptions and shining a light on the genuine, compassionate approach that sets Endeavor Hospice apart.

Sandy and Dave also share the unique services and structure offered by Endeavor Hospice, including personalized care, getting more medical professionals involved, and offering a safety net of support that goes above and beyond. Whether it’s palliative care or the convenience of Endeavor Care Now for short-term assistance, they’ve got it covered. Through it all, the essence of Endeavor shines through—a team devoted to providing not just medical care, but genuine comfort and compassion to those in their final journey.

Endeavor Hospice is a family-owned hospice founded after the owners own family experience with end-of-life care. Every patient is treated with the love and care that a family member would offer. Endeavor Hospice weaves this philosophy into the very fabric of their services, creating an atmosphere of trust and compassion.

Endeavor Hospice is part of Endeavor Home Care Group which is made up of Endeavor Hospice, Endeavor Home Care , and Endeavor HCBS. Each division is tied to the same mission which is “To Serve and Enrich the Lives of their Patients, their Staff, and the Community”.

Endeavor Home care serves the senior community by providing a variety of non-medical care services including assisting with activities of daily living, transportation, companionship and much more.

Sandy Smith was born and raised in Tempe, AZ and moved to Seattle, WA after high school to attend UW. She stayed in Seattle for 14 years then returned to AZ where she met her husband.

Sandy has a step daughter and an 18 year old son who is graduating high school and attending ASU, and just broke state record for his DMR race at RMHS. She has had a few start up companies of her own and is helping the hospice side of Endeavor grow.

Sandy loves gardening, football, and quality time with her family.

Dave Rodgers started working in a motorcycle shop in California at the age of 13. He was a Pro Motocross Racer from 1969-1972, then led and built companies for 30 years.

In 2000, he transitioned into merger & acquisitions, with a private equity group before doing his own deals.

After the loss of his wife in 2013, Dave was too young to retire, but felt inspired to do something other that just make money again. After a few more personal experiences with loved ones, he was inspired to help others through the challenges of their later years. Endeavor Home Care Group was launched in 2015 to be a company based on serving others.

Follow Endeaver Hospice on LinkedIn and Facebook.

Palliative Medicine, with Dr. Alison Zavodny, Lanier Supportive Medicine

July 12, 2023 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Palliative Medicine, with Dr. Alison Zavodny, Lanier Supportive Medicine

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 680)

Dr. Alison Zavodny, owner of Lanier Supportive Medicine, visited with host John Ray to discuss palliative medicine, and how she works with patients to manage the symptoms and relieve the stress of very serious illnesses. She described the profile of patients she works with, the services she offers, and why she chose this field. Alison also talked about how she interfaces with other providers, how her work differs from hospice, and much more.

North Fulton Business Radio is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

The physicians at Lanier Supportive Medicine want to practice medicine the way it used to be.

They are not a high-volume fast paced practice. They will take the time to get to know you and what “living well” means for your life.

They utilize evidence-based medicine that isn’t limited to pharmaceuticals. They have a network of complementary and integrative medicine practitioners if you desire a referral.

Lanier’s goal is to support you and those important to you as you live with serious illness.

This means having a doctor who is empathetic, who can dedicate an hour to you (and every patient like you) and utilize evidence-based medicine that isn’t limited to pharmaceuticals. Some examples of support are:

Assistance with advance care planning such as living wills and the designation of decision makers.
Assistance in coordination of care with home care, extended-care facilities, or hospice care.
Anticipatory grief, as well as grief experienced during the patients last days.

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Alison Zavodny, MD, Palliative Medicine Specialist, Lanier Supportive Medicine

Alison Krause Zavodny, MD is board certified in hospice and palliative medicine. Her passion is to provide state of the science symptom management and holistic care for people with serious medical illnesses such as cancer, heart failure, and neurological diseases. Dr. Zavodny schedules adequate time during visits to develop meaningful relationships with her patients and their families — assuring they feel seen, heard, and valued throughout their entire health journey. Dr. Zavodny partners with patients and families to address concerns and learn about important goals.

Cancer and other serious illnesses affect patient’s lives but also impact the lives of the families, caregivers, and friends. Dr. Zavodny realizes that everyone is worried, everyone is stressed, and everyone wants to understand what is happening medically and what might be expected during the course of illness. She follows her patient’s preferences for communicating with others who are important in their lives.

Dr. Zavodny was raised in Pennsylvania and attended St. Mary’s College, Notre Dame, Indiana, graduating with a degree in chemistry. She attended Georgetown University School of Medicine before completing her residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Michigan Medical Center. Following residency, she moved to Atlanta where she practiced Internal Medicine. When Dr. Zavodny discovered the field of Palliative Medicine, she completed a fellowship in Hospice and Palliative Medicine at the University of Alabama. Dr. Zavodny is an expert in symptom management and helping patients and their families cope with a serious illness. She brings over twenty years of experience practicing palliative medicine in hospitals and outpatient clinics.

Questions and Topics in this Interview:

What is palliative medicine?
How did you come to this field of medicine?
How do I know when I need your services?
Who can access your services?
How do other doctors perceive your role?
Do you get referrals from specialists?
What is the difference between palliative care and hospice?

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LIVE from the GNFCC Grand Opening Celebration: Lynn Jones, Golden Rule Hospice

September 19, 2022 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

LIVE from the GNFCC Grand Opening Celebration: Lynn Jones, Golden Rule Hospice

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LIVE from the GNFCC Grand Opening Celebration: Lynn Jones, Golden Rule Hospice (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 522)

Lynn Jones, Golden Rule Hospice, joined host John Ray LIVE at the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce Grand Opening Celebration. Lynn shared the work Golden Rule does serving hospice patients at home throughout all of North Fulton. She discussed the services they offer, why she finds membership in GNFCC so valuable, and much more.

This show was originally broadcast live from the Grand Opening celebration and ribbon cutting of the new offices of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce at the 10000 Building at Avalon in Alpharetta, Georgia, on August 18, 2022.

North Fulton Business Radio is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Lynn Jones, Golden Rule Hospice

Golden Rule Hospice is the vision of two seasoned hospice veterans operating together as a single provider. Our focus is on respecting the dignity and choices of our patients and their caregivers while providing compassionate support.

They have decades of experience and have provided quality service to thousands of patients in Alpharetta and Atlanta. They have encountered a wide range of situations and are trained and equipped to handle diverse scenarios.
Their company is staffed with experienced personnel who have dedicated their life’s work to the care of hospice patients.
They are the only area hospice to offer five levels of care including Transitional Care. That means that they surpass the support provided by 90% of area hospices in the final 7 days of life.
They are a local company, not a national one. That means that their staff—including physicians and owners—are available to you anytime you have questions or concerns.
Golden Rule’s approach is holistic, incorporating physical, emotional, and spiritual support. They respect the choices and dignity of patients and caregivers and are dedicated to fulfilling those choices with compassion.

Website | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Lynn Jones’ LinkedIn

Questions and Topics in the Interview:

About Golden Rule Hospice
Services they offer
Long-term hospice
GNFCC

Renasant Bank has humble roots, starting in 1904 as a $100,000 bank in a Lee County, Mississippi, bakery. Since then, Renasant has grown to become one of the Southeast’s strongest financial institutions with over $13 billion in assets and more than 190 banking, lending, wealth management and financial services offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia and Florida. All of Renasant’s success stems from each of their banker’s commitment to investing in their communities as a way of better understanding the people they serve. At Renasant Bank, they understand you because they work and live alongside you every day.

Special thanks to A&S Culinary Concepts for their support of this edition of North Fulton Business Radio. A&S Culinary Concepts, based in Johns Creek, is an award-winning culinary studio, celebrated for corporate catering, corporate team building, Big Green Egg Boot Camps, and private group events. They also provide oven-ready, cooked-from-scratch meals to go they call “Let Us Cook for You.” To see their menus and events, go to their website or call 678-336-9196.

BEST OF HEALTH Jackie Wargo with Call Jackie and Krystal Naegle with Jubilee in the Desert

October 25, 2019 by Karen

Best Of Health

BEST OF HEALTH Jackie Wargo with Call Jackie and Krystal Naegle with Jubilee in the Desert

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BEST OF HEALTH Jackie Wargo with Call Jackie and Krystal Naegle with Jubilee in the Desert

“Call Jackie” is a Privately Owned, No Cost Referral and Consulting Service for Arizona Families Searching for The Right Assisted Living Communities, Senior Living Communities, Alzheimer’s & Memory Care, and Residential Group Homes for the elderly, both ambulatory and disabled.

Her services include:

Performing in-depth assessments to determine appropriate care needs.
Monitoring and screening of communities and homes to ensure they are providing quality care.
Providing information about current costs and services to help simplify the family’s selection.
Saving days of time by doing all of the legwork, extensive research, making numerous phone calls to narrow down the possible selection and then setting up appointments for on-site tours.

Jackie personally escorts you to tour the facilities. She doesn’t just hand you a list, like most agencies do.

Jackie Wargo has 14 years’ experience with helping families. Her background includes extensive medical knowledge and an education in Psychology.

One afternoon, she received a call from a local hospital, advising her that her mother, suffering from cancer, would need to go to a nursing home to live out her final days. Stunned, Jackie did not know where to start. She called a few friends and one said that she happened to own an assisted living home and Jackie’s mom would be welcome to stay there.

Mom moved the next day. On the second day she was there, the homeowner called to ask if their mobile geriatric doctor could take a look at Mom. “Of course” was the answer. The doctor looked at Mom’s medications and found that she was taking meds which collided with each other and he took her off most of her meds. Within two weeks, Mom was almost back to normal. Her cancer did finally take her 3 1/2 years later, but she lived a great life until then.

This was a wakeup call to Jackie and she decided on a career change. She left a successful career in television production to turn to helping families who are faced with the sudden need to find appropriate accommodations for an elderly loved one who can no longer live on their own. Her goal, each time, is to match the person in need with the perfect home for them.

Her ethics, her passion and her diligence has allowed Jackie to have a near perfect record of matching the elderly person in need to a place that they are happy to live in. Some have declared her to be “their special Angel” and others have said that they are now living in the best place they’ve ever lived. Jackie has shed a tear or two after reading some of the letters and phone calls that she has received.

Connect with Jackie on LinkedIn and follow Call Jackie on Facebook.

Jubilee in the Desert is a brand new elderly Assisted Living location for Jubilee Assisted Living who has had two locations in Weston, Florida for the past 25 years. They opened this new, beautiful,modern and warm, home-like location this summer in Glendale, Az.

This is their first home in Arizona. Two generations of women (mother Yvonne and Two daughters, Krystal and Jordan) own and operate the three locations with 35 years of experience. They invite you to check out the next forever home for your loved one who need just a little bit of help to a little more care.

Krystal Naegle is one of three women who run Jubilee. They have backgrounds in Nursing, Administration, management, Medical Equipment and Business making a great well rounded team of ladies who have grown up with a heart and passion for the elderly and serving others.

They love to bring a beautiful and fun environment to the residents promoting independence as long as possible and encouraging them both mentally and physically through games, nutrition and environment.

They include music therapy, pet therapy, arts and crafts, movement and rest. You are a member of the family at Jubilee and you will feel the warmth of the home and caregivers each time you visit!

Follow Jubilee in the Desert on Facebook and Instagram.

WHY BEST OF HEALTH?

I am a Physician Assistant who has been caring for patients for over 20 years and Family Practice (cradle to grave) is my specialty.

Following the footsteps of three generations of family practice physicians (my father, grandfather and great grandfather) this was a natural and genetic calling that I do not regret.

Given this, I have a unique perspective and it’s time to share that perspective through Ask the PA. As a health care provider, teacher, business owner, patient, and advocate for my family and friends throughout the years, it has been painfully apparent there are disconnects within the current state of health care in the US and throughout the world. It can be confusing and frankly very scary.

It is my goal though this series, Best of Health, to bring people together that are passionate about their roles in the business of health care… and yes, whether or not you want to hear that it’s a business, it is — and that’s the fact. I will introduce to you great, dedicated practitioners and people with a passion for getting the word out about their personal journeys and causes. I will provide information about navigating through a confusing system, asking the right questions and share ways for saving money and time along the way.

It’s time to create change by partnering, empowering, and focusing on the patient, their families and their providers of care. It’s time for you to take the driver’s seat rather than leave your health care solely in the hands of entities such as insurance companies and the pharmaceutical industry.

Stay tuned. Here’s to your Best of Health.

~ Barb

ABOUT BARB

Barb is a Physician Assistant (PA) and a primary care provider with a passion for education and advocacy. Prior to becoming a Physician Assistant (PA), Barb was an accomplished musician and teacher. In 1992, Barb made the conscious decision to leave teaching and her musical career in pursuit of a career in medicine. She graduated from AT Still University’s first PA class in 1997 with a Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.

Barb has spent several years working in clinics and family practices. Currently, Barb works for Premise Health at Insight Enterprises in Tempe, AZ as a solo practitioner providing primary care to employees and families on campus. She was also a partner in Renaissance Medical Group and Renaissance Medical Properties in Chandler and Maricopa, AZ and had a dual role of Chief Operations Officer and practicing PA for 14 years.

Along with being a PA, Barb is the author of the book Surviving the “Business” of Healthcare, Knowledge is Power! She is a certified Medical Professional Legal Consultant and Patient Advocate, speaker and influencer for change in healthcare for the patient, provider and family members. Barb is also certified by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants and is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.

In her spare time, she loves to travel, maintaining an active lifestyle that includes running, biking, swimming. She loves to spend time outdoors with her family and friends, whether it’s walking on the beach or hiking in the desert.

For more information about Ask the PA and to connect with Barb:

Askthepa.com

Facebook: Ask the PA

LinkedIn: Barb Regis, M.S.,PA-C

End of Life Decisions and Grief Recovery

June 6, 2014 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

End of Life Decisions and Grief Recovery

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Gilbert Aguirre, Victoria Collier, Jinnie Lee Schmid, Rebecca Allen

Senior Salute Radio brings timely information to leading edge Boomers and Seniors about issues involving care-giving and aging. Learn from both professionals and regular people going through the process with their families. Each week we will also Salute an incredible Senior.

Senior Salute Radio is presented by The Elder & Disability Law Firm of Victoria L. Collier.

Special Guests:

Rebecca Allen, Community Nurse Educator with Crossroads Hospice

Crossroads Hospice provides hospice care to patients in their homes throughout Metro Atlanta.

Jinnie Lee Schmid, Certified Grief recovery Specialist with Change Navigators

Change Navigators exists to equip individuals and organizations to navigate change and improve performance through a unique set of coaching and consulting services. As a certified Grief Recovery Specialist, Jinnie facilitates grievers (in groups or one-on-one) through a series of activities that have been proven to mend broken hearts and restore people to freedom and joy after loss. Organizations that want to offer this support to their employees, clients and communities can also engage Jinnie to deliver Grief Recovery programs.

Senior Salute: Gilbert Aguirre – WWII Veteran and recipient of the Bronze Medal, fought in the Battle of the Bulge

“Then for the teeming quietest, happiest days of all!” – Halcyon Hospice!

March 21, 2013 by angishields

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"Then for the teeming quietest, happiest days of all!" - Halcyon Hospice!

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Originally from Ohio, Anissa Groves attended the University of Toledo, earning a degree in Science Education with a minor in Psychology. Graduating in 1992, in a tough job market, Anissa decided to pursue a Masters Degree in Social Work at Arizona State University. After thirteen years in Phoenix, Anissa decided to move to Atlanta to be close family.

After earning her degree, Anissa worked in pharamaceutical sales. About five years ago, she had an opportunity to observe hospice up close when her grandfather passed away. Given her education in social work, she decided to learn more about hospice. This ultimately led her to her current position at Halcyon Hospice.

Halcyon Hospice was formed when owners Don Cole and and Jack Drauhon purchased both Compassionate Hospice and Altus Hospice. The company was named after the Walt Whitman poem, Halcyon Days, referencing that period of calm during the winter, when storms do not occur.

To get more information about Halcyon Hospice, check them out on the the web at www.excellenceinhospice.com or call them at (678) 328-1700.

We want to thank Griswold Home Care for sponsoring today’s show. Griswold Home Care has been a preferred provider of high quality, affordable in-home senior care in Atlanta for 20 years.

Honoring Life and Offering Hope – Kim Joens of Seasons Hospice

January 22, 2013 by angishields

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Honoring Life and Offering Hope - Kim Joens of Seasons Hospice

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Kim Joens is a Midwest girl, born and raised in the Heartland in Nebraska and Ohio. Later she moved east to Pennsylvania, attending Slippery Rock University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation and Resource Management. She went on to become a park ranger in Coral Springs, Florida for a number of years. Eventually, she had the opportunity to move back to Atlanta, where she had lived briefly. This time, she worked for Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation for a number of years, also earning her Masters in Social Work at the University of Georgia.

Kim worked at Gwinnett Medical Center for her internship, then took a full time position. She began working with the palliative care team there, and felt like she had come home. As one of her teammates moved on, Kim also found herself with an opportunity to do hospice work full time at Seasons Hospice. She is a Hospice Care Consultant, and spends her days counseling families on their options, and educating them on the benefits of hospice. Listen in as she shares her journey, and as she talks about why Seasons Hospice is different! For more information, feel free to check out their website at www.seasonshospice.org, or call them at (404) 250-4950.

We want to thank Griswold Home Care for sponsoring today’s show. Griswold Home Care has been a preferred provider of high quality, affordable in-home senior care in Atlanta for 20 years.

It’s a Mission, not a Job! Jane Hibberd of Homestead Hospice shares her journey

May 17, 2012 by angishields

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It's a Mission, not a Job! Jane Hibberd of Homestead Hospice shares her journey

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A Virginia native, Jane Hibbard attended Virginia Tech with the intent of studying Sociology and working in the field. Along the way, she decided that she wanted to be a nurse, and earned a BS in Nursing from The Medical College of Virginia. For nearly ten years, she served as a nurse in both the ER and ICU. From there, she became a nurse consultant for Herman Miller working in Hospital Design. When she became acquainted with hospice, she discovered that this was Mission for her, and not work.

Today Jane is a Nurse Liaison for Homestead Hospice, a local hospice dedicated to having their business close to their clients. Homestead Hospice also funds the Hope Foundation a non-profit of Homestead that provides support for non-Medicare covered items. For more information about Homestead Hospice, visit their website at www.homesteadhospice.com, or call them directly at 877-355-4472.

We want to thank Griswold Home Care for sponsoring today’s show. Griswold Home Care has been a preferred provider of high quality, affordable in-home senior care in Atlanta for 20 years. Griswold Home Care has offices in more than 175 markets nationwide.

Ann Serrie and Marilyn Anderson chat about volunteering at Hospice Atlanta!

May 1, 2012 by angishields

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Ann Serrie and Marilyn Anderson chat about volunteering at Hospice Atlanta!

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Ann Serrie is a native of New York City. When she was old enough for the novelty of cold weather and snow to wear off, she promptly moved to Atlanta! J At the age of 12, Ann’s grandmother told her that she didn’t want to die in a hospital. She continued to repeat this message for 20 years. Ultimately, Ann’s grandmother received the benefits of hospice, and died peacefully in her own home. This forever marked Ann, and caused her to begin volunteering at Hospice Atlanta nearly 20 years ago. Five years ago, after 13 years of volunteering, Ann was asked to join the Hospice Atlanta staff. Today she is the Direct of Volunteers at Hospice Atlanta, and loves every minute!

Starting her adult life as a nun in Nebraska, Marilyn Anderson has spent her career in the service of others. During her service as a nun, she started attending special services in a chapel where older nuns were dying. This made a huge impact on Marilyn. Over the course of years, she taught on a Native American reservation in South Dakota, and later earned a Masters Degree in Political Science and International Studies from Notre Dame. She also earned a Master of Arts degree from the University of San Francisco. At the age of 54, she met a widower in the Midwest, married and moved to Atlanta. After formal retirement, Marilyn realized that she couldn’t possibly “just retire”, and started volunteering with St. Jude’s Parish. This led to volunteering at Hospice Atlanta, where she continues to volunteer today.

Hospice Atlanta is a non-profit hospice with both a 36 bed campus in Buckhead, and a vibrant home-based hospice. Hospice Atlanta is the largest non-profit hospice in Atlanta, and falls under the umbrella of the Visiting Nurse Health System. Their facility is located at 1244 Park Vista Drive in Atlanta. If you are interested in learning more about Hospice Atlanta, or about volunteering, you can visit their website at www.vnhs.org, or call them at (404) 869-3000.

We want to thank Griswold Special Care for sponsoring today’s show. Griswold Special Care has been a preferred provider of high quality, affordable in-home senior care in Dallas and Atlanta for 20 years.