Being a Hospice Nurse I decided to pursue a nursing career after International Paper closed their plant and set me on a new course. Since I've always been involved in the health field as an EMT. I was part of the Medical Emergency Response Team at International Paper and was also involved in Corinth EMS,
I became interested in becoming a hospice volunteer through a friend who was working as a nurse with High Peaks Hospice. A little background as to why I decided to become a hospice volunteer. I'm not able to work and I love to do for others so I figured this would be a perfect fit
Catch up on the stories of why we chose hospice here.
Throughout the month of November, High Peaks Hospice will be joining organizations across the nation hosting community activities in recognition of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. National Hospice Awareness Month
When someone receives a terminal diagnosis, they often feel out of control. A patient hears what the doctor has said, but isn’t really listening. The default is to do whatever the doctor tells them to do. Often, a patient undergoes treatment that impacts their quality of life. A better alternative is to enter hospice care.
Pictured above from left to right are: John Harrington, Knight of Council No. 384; Nick George, Executive Director of High Peaks Hospice; Bill Callahan, Knight of Council No. 384; and Chuck Kolodzey, Knight of Council No. 384. September 13, 2019 (Port Henry, NY) – The Port Henry Knights of Columbus donated $1,000 to High Peaks
Five Types of Advance Care Planning Directives in New York State: A Health Care Proxy lets you appoint a healthcare agent -- that is, someone you trust to make health care decisions for you if you are unable to make decisions for yourself. A Living Will allows you to leave written instructions that explain your health care wishes,
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Palliative Care Advance care planning is making decisions about the healthcare you would want to receive if you happen to become unable to speak for yourself. These are your decisions to make, regardless of what you choose for your care, and the decisions are based on your personal values, preferences, and discussions with your loved
To alleviate the stress and burden on patients and their families, one of the services provided by hospice agencies is all billing. Once a patient is admitted the High Peaks Hospice and Palliative Care, the Billing Coordinator and Business Manager deal with with Medicare, Medicaid, private health care carriers, pharmaceutical vendors, durable medical equipment, oxygen
Love For Always: A Hospice Story is a High Peaks Hospice documentary which introduces you to Moriah residents, Nappy Marcotte and his wife and caregiver Judy. This documentary tells the story of the Marcottes and their years of loving support for those in their community. After a long work week, Nappy would come home to
This High Peaks Hospice documentary introduces you to Dale Lashway, North Country Champion Fiddler, and his wife and caregiver Beverly, of Willsboro, New York. At a very young age, Dale showed a talent for playing the fiddle. He was a five-time champion of New York State Fiddle Contests. He played with the Cold Brook Ramblers
For Immediate Release: January 25, 2017 Nicholas George is Chosen as HPHPC’s New Executive Director Candidate search focused on the organization’s goals for the future (Saranac Lake, NY) – High Peaks Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. (HPHPC) announced today that its board of directors has selected Nicholas George as the organization's new executive director, effective January
SARANAC LAKE – Beginning this March, High Peaks Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. will offer a Good Grief support group for individuals coping with the loss of a loved one. During the group sessions, members will be encouraged to share information, experiences and emotional support for one another under the group counselor’s leadership. The groups will
