(MADISONVILLE, KY) — Hosparus Health, a leading nonprofit care provider for those facing serious illnesses, announced today the June 1, 2023, acquisition of Baptist Health Deaconess Hospice, a service of Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville in Madisonville, Kentucky.
Hosparus Health President and CEO David W. Cook said they are honored to extend their nationally recognized community-based care and services to support patients and families in Caldwell, Christian, Crittenden, Hopkins, Mclean and Muhlenberg counties.
Since 1978, Hosparus Health has been dedicated to promoting equal access to healthcare for every member of the community. Its interdisciplinary teams provide a range of services for serious illnesses, including hospice care, palliative medicine, symptom and medication management, medical care, grief counseling, and community mental health resources.
Baptist Health Deaconess Hospice began in 1993 as Green River Hospice, a home-based service for those in their last phase of life. The team of physicians, registered nurses, social workers, chaplains, certified nursing assistants, physical and occupational therapists and volunteers has more than 160 years of experience in providing physical, emotional and spiritual assistance to those with a life-limiting illness.
According to Alisa Coleman, Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville president, nearly all of the current staff will continue in their roles, ensuring a team of familiar faces to continue providing the compassionate care for which they are known. With the depth of resources offered by Hosparus Health, the team will be well-positioned to continue prioritizing patient comfort, dignity and well-being.
Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville confirmed its Home Care operations will continue unaffected by the transition of its hospice program to Hosparus Health. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.