Elevate Hospice & Palliative Care

02/27/2026

We often meet people in the quieter chapters of their lives.

But once upon a time? They were anything but quiet.

The woman on the right, next to our executive director Bethany Odenbrett, wasn’t always sitting calmly. In the 1940s, she was flying across a gym floor — tumbling, balancing, competing as a gymnast with strength and confidence.

Before the slower pace, there were powerful routines and fearless landings. There were busy days, big energy, and bold determination.

That’s why our team — nurses, social workers, chaplains, and nurse aides — is trained to ask the questions that uncover those stories. Who were you? What did you love? What made you feel most alive?

Because every person we care for has lived a full, dynamic life long before we ever meet them. And getting to know the whole person isn’t extra — it’s part of the care.

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02/25/2026

SHOUT OUT to Medassure, Inc in Phoenix, AZ for a guided tour of their DME facility— one of the most valued benefits for patients who receive hospice services is the delivery of much needed equipment— within hours of a patient’s admission to hospice! Pictured here are members of Elevate Hospice & Palliative Care with some of the MedAssure, Inc team at their facility last week!

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02/25/2026

You know you’ve been in hospice long enough when your Durable Medical Equipment tour turns into a full-on amusement park ride!

Our fearless hospice social worker, Brent, bravely volunteered during a demo at MedAssure, Inc. In Phoenix, Arizona and found himself gently soaring through the air in a Hoyer lift —- fully committed to the experience.

I “just wanted to understand what our patients feel,” he said. We are pretty sure he was also checking for seatbelts, an exit row and whether beverage service would begin.

All jokes aside, our tour with MedAssure, Inc was a great reminder of how important it is to understand the equipment our patients rely on every day.

Thank you Karen Martin, owner of MedAssure Inc. for the experience!

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02/24/2026

For residents in assisted living communities, gardening is so much more than planting flowers. It nurtures purpose. It sparks conversation. It awakens memories of flowers they once tended and seasons they once celebrated. Lydia Benchea owner and manager of Scottsdale Comfort Assisted Living in Scottsdale, Arizona, showed Susan Harken Community Liaison Elevate Hospice & Palliative Care some of the ways she provides creative engagement for her residents- much to Susan’s delight!

02/21/2026

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Spread Kindness 😍



Healing Hearts
Live Love Laugh

02/20/2026

The three Elevate Hospice & Palliative Care nurses in this photo are smiling because they know there’s nothing more rewarding than bringing comfort, dignity, and peace to someone who needs it most. Thank you for your service: Jennifer, Bethany and Alai!

12/26/2025

Celebrating our Continuum of Care Program— thank you David Ung and the Bloomfield House!

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We got a surprise visit from a special guest bearing Christmas gifts for our staff! Thank you David Ung from Bloomfield House!

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12/18/2025

HAPPY HOLIDAYs! The holidays are a beautiful reminder of what matters most—people coming together.
It’s about shared laughter, meaningful conversations, familiar traditions, and welcoming new ones. Whether it’s your own company party or joining the celebrations of others’ this season is brighter when we celebrate side by side.

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12/18/2025

Simple gifts, simply joyous- our patients are enjoying the handmade donations that has created for us— We are grateful for these gifts of love and imagination that keep on giving throughout the year.

12/17/2025

A truly great assisted living home feels happy the moment you walk in. That’s exactly how you feel when you walk through the front door at Graceful Living Homes in Ahwatukee, AZ and we are proud to provide care to our patients here.

A clean, bright, and welcoming space isn’t just about appearances—it creates comfort, dignity, and a true sense of home for residents. When an environment feels warm and joyful, you know the people who live there are cared for, respected, and valued.

Because assisted living should feel like home. For more info please contact Yvette or Jonathan Garcia 623-398-5059 or ralat13205@gmail.com



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11/15/2025

Proud to share from our sister company, DoctorCare!

At Elevate Hospice & Palliative Care, we believe in the power of compassionate, coordinated care - and that's exactly what DoctorCare exemplifies every day. Their recent post (linked below) perfectly captures the dedication and innovation that make our shared mission so meaningful.

Check out DoctorCare's post here:

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Whether you're a patient, a family member, or a healthcare professional, the work DoctorCare does resonates with our commitment to dignity, comfort, and holistic support. Together, we're raising the bar for care in our community.

Thank you, DoctorCare, for being such a strong partner in elevating the standard of care.

11/08/2025

We had the wonderful opportunity to present to students in HSE 598/494: Applied UX Research – From Academia to Industry!

Elevate Hospice & Palliative Care is partnering with this talented class to develop a digital tool that helps caregivers and families easily access the information they need — and stay connected with their hospice team in a more seamless, supportive way.

We’re excited to collaborate on innovations that make compassionate care even more accessible and meaningful for the people we serve.

(Pictured right) Dr. Russell Branaghan, Professor Emeritus
(Left) Kyrsten Novak, Sr. Researcher and ASU faculty associate; Rachael Burno, Principal Human- Systems Researcher with Bethany Odenbrett, Executive Director of Elevate Hospice & Palliative Care.



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