Good Shepherd Hospice & Catholic Health Home Care

11/07/2025

This November, during , we’re proud to celebrate every member of our incredible team and the community members we are honored to serve each day.

Meet Melinda St. Simon, Director of Clinical Education, who shared:

“I joined Catholic Health Home Care and Good Shepherd Hospice to make a meaningful impact where care truly meets compassion—within the homes of our patients and their families. Each day, I’m inspired by the opportunity to support our dedicated staff through education and mentorship, helping them feel confident and equipped to provide exceptional care during life’s most tender moments. I’m especially proud of our RN Residency Program, which has achieved a 90% retention rate and 100% confidence among nurses entering the field of home health and hospice. Watching its success lead to the creation of new LPN and PT residency programs has been incredibly rewarding, as these initiatives continue to strengthen our workforce and shape the future of compassionate home care.”

Thank you, Melinda, for your leadership, compassion, and dedication to advancing the future of home care and hospice at Catholic Health.

10/28/2025

Meet Giuliana, a 14-year-old Girl Scout who's bringing comfort and color to others through her Girl Scout Silver Award Project!

Inspired by visiting her uncle at the Good Shepherd Hospice Inpatient Center in Port Jefferson, Giuliana created a heartwarming coloring book for children visiting patients—bringing smiles, comfort, and a little creativity to their day.

Her compassion and generosity are a true inspiration. Thank you, Giuliana, for showing us that kindness knows no age!

10/24/2025

We offer our deepest appreciation to our Pastoral Care Department as we celebrate , a time to recognize and honor the dedicated priests, chaplains, rabbis, and spiritual caregivers who provide compassionate support to our patients, their loved ones, and our staff every day. Thank you for the comfort, guidance, and hope you bring to our healing mission. Your presence truly makes a difference!

10/22/2025

Catholic Health Home Care is hosting a Virtual Information Session for Home Care Physical Therapists on Tuesday, October 28th.

If you’re interested in working close to home and building your career in your community, sign up to attend our session! To book a time slot for this virtual information session, please visit 👉 https://bit.ly/PTInfoSessionCHHC

10/21/2025

Grateful for the blessings and the legacy of the Congregation of the Infant Jesus, Nursing Sisters of the Sick Poor, as we celebrate our Founders Day.

This morning, we gathered at the Farmingdale Office, honoring our founders with prayers and blessings; reflecting on the vision and mission of the founding Sisters, their steadfast commitment continues to guide our hearts and care.

10/21/2025

It's Founders Day!

120 years ago, an apple was given as a gesture of friendship and welcome to three Sisters of the Infant Jesus who had been forced to leave their native France because of anti-religious legislation.

On October 21, 1905, these migrants to America were first befriended on the piers of New York by a small boy who suddenly presented each Sister with a gift of fruit from their new world.

Every year, on the anniversary of that day, apples are given to Christ’s sick of every age in their homes and in the hospital. A symbol of God's providence and the fruitful work of the Congregation of the Infant Jesus Nursing Sisters of the Sick, Poor.

10/16/2025

October is Physical Therapy Month!

This month, we proudly honor the incredible work of our Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants who serve with compassion, expertise, and unwavering dedication.

We are truly blessed to work alongside such a committed team — professionals who work tirelessly to treat, restore, and improve the quality of life and well-being of our neighbors across Nassau, Queens, and Suffolk counties.

Please join us in recognizing and thanking our PTs and PTAs — not just this month, but every single day — for the amazing difference they make in the lives they touch. 💙

10/15/2025

09/28/2025

Catholic Health Home Care and Good Shepherd Hospice are hosting a virtual information session on Tuesday, September 30th from 5pm to 6pm for home health and hospice Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses.

This session is for experienced and new graduate RNs and LPNs looking to learn more about home health and hospice nursing. Hear directly from our leadership team and key nursing speakers and ask any questions you might have!

To book a time slot for this information session, visit: https://bit.ly/NursingInfoSessionCHHCGSH

09/25/2025

Save the date! 📅 Join us for an inspiring conversation with champion swimmer and Health & Wellness Ambassador at Catholic Health Katie Ledecky at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday, December 2, at 7 p.m. WNBC lead sports anchor, Bruce Beck, will moderate the event.

We can't wait to see you there! Tickets are on sale now: https://bit.ly/47YFeL0