NHPCO NewsLine Winter 2019 - 5

Message from Edo
As the year comes to a close, many of us will focus on
the holiday celebrations that come with the season -
Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and time spent with
family and loved ones. It's a time to reflect on the
past year and share wishes and resolutions for a
happy and healthy New Year, and many find this a
time to express gratitude for all that we have in our
lives. In this spirit, I point out some of the content
that we've included in this edition of NewsLine, most
notably our "Gift of..." article that reminds us of the
importance of the work we do and how it's more than
a profession but a calling to serve. From the legacy of
Lou Alvarez, to memories made possible by NHF
Lighthouse of Hope, to the service of our volunteer
award honorees, and the power of music as an
expression, please take some time to read and share
these stories that begin on page 24.
Yet, while so many people are celebrating the joy of
the season, I am always moved by the many hospice
and palliative care professionals that continue to care
for people that are suffering this holiday season. I'm
touched by the many programs that host specific
events to honor those who have died and support
those who are struggling with loss during this time of
year. This is a reminder that the work you all are doing
really matters - every single day. Thank you.
This issue of NewsLine also includes some reminders of
the ongoing work that we share in ensuring all people
have access to person- and family-centered care. For
example, I was honored to provide testimony to the
House of Representatives Ways & Means Committee
on the importance of person-centered, interdisciplinary
care at the hearing on Caring for Aging Americans on
November 14. I share some reflections in the article on
page 6. We also include some information on program
integrity legislation that has been introduced in the
Senate and is likely to soon be introduced in the House.

The year ahead will likely include opportunities to
focus on quality and to expand our reach beyond the
traditional Medicare hospice benefit. We will also be
faced with challenges as regulators, legislators, and
the administration continue to look closely at hospice
care in the U.S. in ways both positive and concerning.
Please rest assured that NHPCO and our affiliates
are ready to work with you and support you through
all that is ahead of us. It can be the times that
challenge us the most that help us realize how
resilient we really are, and spur needed innovation
and change within our community. Keep your heads
up. We are needed more now than ever, and we will
continue to evolve to meet the needs of all those we
serve.
Let me offer a final thought of appreciation to all
those who support NHPCO through membership,
sponsorship, advocacy efforts, and involvement in this
organization in too many ways to list. Thank you.
Happy holidays!

Edo Banach, JD,
President and CEO



NHPCO NewsLine Winter 2019

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