VITAS Inpatient Hospice Unit

01/03/2026

Moments like this remind us why we do what we do. 💜 Just before Christmas Eve, our , FL, Veteran Liaison, Nancy Auster, met Korean War Veteran Howard Davis, who wanted nothing more than to go home for the holidays. Our team made that happen.

A few days later, Nancy returned for a bedside salute, and what a difference it made. Mr. Davis greeted us in his suit jacket, medals and hat, smiling proudly. Chaplain Joshua shared words of courage and offered a prayer.

His room filled with family, friends and even members of the local police department in their Salute to the Military patrol car. Volunteer Ada Tumelty created a stunning Purple Heart blanket and Army pillow that meant the world to him.

It was an honor to celebrate his service and sacrifice. These are the moments that stay with us. ✨

01/02/2026

Every role matters in hospice care, and every nurse makes a difference. 💜 At , our offer personal care and daily assistance with compassion.

Our provide skilled nursing and a reassuring presence for patients and families.

Our guide care plans and ensure every patient’s wishes are honored.

🔗 Learn more about these roles and apply today: https://bit.ly/48wrGEQ

12/31/2025

One patient. One promise.💜 When Emmy Philhour asked to stay at home, she shaped the way we care forever.

Her story reminds us why we listen first, honor every life, and cherish every moment. At , patients and families come first, always.

12/30/2025

Looking back with gratitude at our top social media moments of 2025 💜🎉

As 2025 comes to a close, we are celebrating the moments that brought joy, connection, and meaningful impact to our family.

1. Miami Dade College Nursing Scholarship

2. Celebrating Patient Edith’s 105th with City of Pembroke Pines, Florida - Government

3. 2025 National Alliance for Care at Home Annual Meeting and Exposition

4. Take Your Child to Work Day at

5. Campus Inauguration

6. Edith’s Birthday Celebration Video

7. Elevate California Assisted Living Association Fall Conference

8. American Heart Association Palliative and Hospice Heart Failure Certification across all 15 states we serve

9. Opening of our inpatient hospice care unit in , Texas

Each milestone reflects our purpose. Each moment honors the people we serve.

As we look ahead to 2026, we remain committed to expanding access to compassionate care and supporting the dedicated teams who make our mission possible.💜

12/29/2025

VITAS means life. 💜 Our name comes from the Latin for “lives,” and our mission is to preserve quality of life with dignity, comfort, and peace.

Families have trusted since 1978 because we helped build the Medicare Hospice Benefit and we are available 24/7 to support you.

🔗 Learn more about our care here: https://bit.ly/4sao7xn

12/29/2025

Thank you to the and communities for trusting us to provide compassionate care. We’re committed to being there for families when they need us most.💜

VITAS Healthcare expanded into Pasco County a few years ago and into Pinellas County at the end of 2025.

12/28/2025

We are celebrating something special today. Meet Nancy and her Paw Pal partner, Lacey. Together, they bring comfort, smiles and a sense of peace to patients and families who need it most.💜

Nancy was recognized as a Ft. Lauderdale Excellence in Healthcare Outstanding . We could not be more proud. Her kindness, her time and her heart make a real difference every day.

Thank you, Nancy, for sharing your gifts with our community and for showing what compassionate care truly looks like. 🌟

12/25/2025

This season, our thoughts are with our remarkable team members whose compassion and steady presence bring comfort to patients and families throughout the year.

Your dedication creates moments of dignity, connection and care, and we are deeply grateful for all that you do.

To our patients and their families, we wish you peace, warmth and meaningful moments of togetherness during this holiday season.

May you find time to be surrounded by those who bring comfort and light.✨💜

12/24/2025

Our team volunteered at MorningStar Mission in Joliet, IL to help prepare and serve meals for more than 100 homeless men, women and children. 💜

They also brought hats, scarves and gloves to donate, all lovingly hand sewn by VITAS to help those in need stay warm as the cold winter continues. ❄️

We are so proud of our team for showing what compassionate care looks like in our community. 👏

12/23/2025

Since 1984, has walked alongside families during life’s most meaningful moments.💜

From San Antonio to Houston to Dallas Fort Worth, our teams deliver compassionate hospice and palliative care wherever patients call home.

When care is needed, patients choose the place that feels most like home. We bring the VITAS Difference: commitment, compassion, and expertise.

Our teams include nurses, physicians, social workers, and chaplains who support the whole family with clinical care, emotional guidance, and spiritual comfort.

See the map of communities we are honored to serve across Texas.📍

12/22/2025

At , caring for our communities is part of who we are. 💜 Our Corporate Office team recently volunteered at Freestore Foodbank, a partner food bank of Feeding America, to assemble Power Packs, weekend meal kits that help ensure kids have nourishment when school meals aren’t available.

With more than 82,000 children in our region experiencing food insecurity, every effort matters.

We’re proud to share that our team helped prepare 1,296 meals for local families.

Thank you to Freestore Foodbank for the opportunity to make a difference!🌟

12/20/2025

We know how deeply memories live in the things our loved ones leave behind. That is why Memory Bear lovingly sew from clothing or fabric that once belonged to someone special.💜

These bears do more than sit on a shelf. They help ease the pain of missing someone. They hold silent space for sorrow. They offer a soft, comforting reminder of the love that never fades.

A hug from a Memory Bear delivers a special kind of care, stitched with compassion, memory, and meaning.✨

As the new year approaches, many people feel inspired to give back or share their unique talents. If the beautiful volunteers in these photos move you, we would love to welcome you into the volunteer family.

Learn more about becoming a volunteer and discover how your hands and heart can bring comfort to others.🔗 https://bit.ly/4jcJ7zw