Join us for a meaningful conversation with Katie Canada and Jordan McCoy from Uplifted Care, a Level 5 We Honor Veterans partner organization. We explore what makes end-of-life care for veterans unique, how military experiences shape their physical and emotional needs, and the ways hospice teams can provide compassionate, informed care, and how they became a "veteran-centered" hospice organization. Katie and Jordan share insights on how they embraced the We Honor Veterans Program and impactful stories from their work honoring those who served.

If you are interested more in learning about We Honor Veterans, please check out their website at https://www.wehonorveterans.org/

Want to improve your care for veterans at end of life? Uplifted Care is ready to provide mentorship to your organization through their We Honor Veterans partnership. Please contact Katie or Jordan for more information: canadak@upliftedcare.org -and- mccoyj@upliftedcare.org

In this week’s episode of In the Passenger Seat, we’re joined by Ellen Byrne, Director of Policy and Advocacy for the Illinois Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (ILHPCO), for a timely discussion on hospice and palliative care legislation that transcends politics.

Amid a divided political climate, Ellen highlights the issues that unite us all—ensuring dignity, choice, and quality of life at the end of life. We’ll explore current state and federal legislation impacting hospice and palliative care, why these initiatives matter, and how providers can engage in advocacy efforts that make a real difference.

Tune in for a grounded, hopeful conversation about the power of collaboration, shared values, and the collective voice of hospice professionals working together to improve care for patients and families across Illinois.

When an individual living with ALS reaches the point of considering hospice care, the journey can feel overwhelming—for both patients and their families. In this episode of In the Passenger Seat, we sit down with Anne Marie Doyle from the Les Turner ALS Foundation to explore how their team provides specialized support during this critical transition. Whether you’re new to supporting ALS patients or a seasoned hospice provider, this conversation offers valuable insights and tools to help you deliver expert, patient-centered care when it matters most.

Here are some quick links to the resources discussed in today's episode:

• Email: supportservices@lesturnerals.org or education@lesturnerals.org
• Website: https://lesturnerals.org/
• My ALS Decision Tool™: https://lesturnerals.org/my-als-decision-tool/
• ALS Learning Series: https://lesturnerals.org/support-services/als-learning-series/
• Information Guides: https://lesturnerals.org/als-decision-tools-guides-and-webinars/
• Support Groups: https://lesturnerals.org/support-services/free-als-support-groups-online/
• Grants & Equipment Loans: https://lesturnerals.org/support-services/grant-programs-equipment-loans/