Florida Hospice & Palliative Care Association

04/27/2026

Thank you, Congressman Greg Steube, (FL-17th) for introducing the FL/NC/SC joint letter to Dr. Oz into the record at the Ways & Means Committee Hearing on hospice fraud and abuse on April 21. The gist of the letter is those states with robust regulatory systems and oversight (like Florida) are NOT experiencing hospice fraud and abuse and hospice providers in those states should not be subjected to the same onerous corrective measures as the states where fraud and abuse is occurring. It is completely appropriate for CMS to use its authority for highly focused enforcement by investigating the specific companies displaying the warning signs of fraud and abuse.

Read the letter here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:252d299d-77ec-422f-9cf4-e395cdc71480

04/25/2026

April 25 celebrates License Plate Day because this day in 1901 was when the first license plate was issued in the US. This started a trend that spread across the whole country, making the roads safer for everyone. (National Today, 2022)

Since its introduction in the summer of 2004, the Hospice Specialty License Plate has raised millions of dollars. Every dollar is dedicated to expanding and enriching hospice care across Florida. 🦋🧡

To learn about the Hospice: Every Day is a Gift specialty license plate, visit our website: https://supportfloridahospice.com/

04/24/2026

Support Hospice everywhere you drive with a Hospice: Every Day Is A Gift License specialty plate. 🦋🧡

Learn more: https://supportfloridahospice.com/

04/24/2026

A big thank you for their support during today’s patron highlight to Hospi Corporation!

“Hospi Corporation improves quality of life by innovating practical, high impact medical devices that enhance patient comfort and wellbeing, ease caregiver burden, and reduce cost. Our flagship product is the Macy Catheter which helps hospice clinicians provide symptom relief within a single short visit.”

Learn more at their website: https://www.hospicorp.com/

04/22/2026

This Memorial Day, show your appreciation with a symbol that speaks volumes. Our commemorative veteran pins are designed to honor the brave men and women who’ve served our country with courage and commitment. Perfect for events, ceremonies, and everyday wear!

Order by May 18 to receive them in time for Memorial Day, May 25, 2026. Proceeds support FHPCA efforts to educate hospice providers in caring for veterans in Florida. Join us in saying "Thank You for Your Service" one pin at a time. To learn more about the Hospice Veterans pins see our website today: https://www.floridahospices.org/support-hospice/hospice-veteran-partnership-pins/

04/21/2026

04/16/2026

Today is National Healthcare Decisions Day. Here are three tips starting the conversation about Advanced Care Planning.

Tips for talking about Advanced Care Planning:
1) Have the Conversation Early - Don’t wait till a crisis occurs before thinking about end-of-life plans. These conversations are best started early, before the stress and confusion of a medical event occur.

2) Involve Your Doctor and Local Hospice – Hospice programs are professionals at having end-of-life discussions, and most likely there will be a hospice representative located in your local hospital.

3) Get it in Writing – There are many tools that can be used for Advanced Care Planning. Each does something a little different, so consider filling out a combination to ensure your wishes are completely understood.

04/16/2026

Today is National Healthcare Decisions Day. Find resources about Advance Directives here: https://www.fivewishes.org/new-fw-video/

Tips for talking about Advanced Care Planning
1) Have the Conversation Early - Don’t wait till a crisis occurs before thinking about end-of-life plans. These conversations are best started early, before the stress and confusion of a medical event occur.

2) Involve Your Doctor and Local Hospice – Hospice programs are professionals at having end-of-life discussions, and most likely there will be a hospice representative located in your local hospital.

3) Get it in Writing – There are many tools that can be used for Advanced Care Planning. Each does something a little different, so consider filling out a combination to ensure your wishes are completely understood.

04/15/2026

Registration and Hotel Room Block for the 41st Annual Forum is now open! August 26-28, 2026. 🩵

Register here: https://floridahospices.org/forum/register/

Reserve a room: https://floridahospices.org/forum/hotel-reservations/

04/13/2026

This free 1.5-hour CEU or CME webinar opportunity is being offered by VITAS and Florida Hospital Association. A multidisciplinary panel has been assembled to showcase insights from primary care, hospital medicine and hospice providers, as well as caregivers, FHA leadership and ACP implementation experts. FHPCA’s CEO, Paul Ledford, is also a panelist.

It takes place April 16, Noon-1:30 EST. Register here:
https://www.vitas.com/events/2026/04/webinar-real-conversations-about-acp

04/10/2026

The Annual Forum registration and hotel room block will open next Wednesday, April 15. Learn more about FHPCA’s 41st Annual Forum at our website: https://floridahospices.org/forum/