HOSPICE CARE

How to Choose Hospice Care

Cedar Valley Hospice

A Trophy Fit for Winners: A small group of Cedar Valley Hospice employees gathered on a recent morning at its temporary location in the Cedar Falls Industrial Park to mark the winning of the 2020 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, held high by Executive Director Michaela Vandersee.

At Cedar Valley Hospice, we understand that opting to receive hospice services for yourself or a loved one can be difficult. Choosing which hospice provider to use can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. So many emotions can come along with the decision, which is why our mission is so important: To enrich lives with knowledge, respect and compassionate care.

Having a mission is one thing, living it is another. At Cedar Valley Hospice, our leaders make sure to create a culture within our organization so employees feel valued. We know that when people feel cared for and respected, they do their work with a stronger motivation, a deeper sense of meaning and a greater level of care.

National Award-Winning Organization

This philosophy earned its merit when we were recently given the National 2020 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award – presented only to organizations that meet rigorous standards of excellence.

Applicants must measure up to the most productive and successful organizations in the world. As a winner, we differentiate ourselves by investing in our employees and putting their development at the center of our organization’s strategy.

That strategy begins at the top. Our leaders do not settle for just good enough – they challenge the status quo, aiming for a bigger mission, a stronger culture and a more engaged workforce.

“Cedar Valley Hospice is a special place to work, and we have a very unique culture that sets us apart from other employers,” said Human Resources Director Katie Unland. “We are in the business of caring for people with terminal illness, and our leadership team understands that how we treat our employees will directly impact the way our staff provide end-of-life care to others.”

Rated at the TOP

Our employees also stand behind our culture and environment. With multiple back-to-back Employer of Choice awards, our team is proud to declare they like where they work. Being an employer of choice means that we have created a positive culture and reputation for our organization as a great place to work. Ultimately, this leads to qualified applicants and expert employees providing the very best care.

When choosing a hospice provider, why not choose the “Best of the Best”? Not only do we have some of the most qualified staff members, Cedar Valley Hospice has been voted by the community as the Courier’s Best of the Best for its employees and services year after year. From being rated the No.1 hospice provider in the area to having one of the best programs for youth (grief services), we continue to exceed expectations for those we serve.

It’s never too soon to ask how Cedar Valley Hospice can help your family. Our scope of support services stretches far beyond hospice care and has made a significant difference in the lives of so many in the Cedar Valley.

Reach out to us anytime to talk about how we might be able to help by calling 319.272.2002 | 800.626.2360 or visit cvhospice.org for more information.

Article contributed by Cedar Valley Hospice

–Michaela Vandersee, Executive Director