United Hospice CEO, Cara Pace, received recognition as part of City & State New York’s 2024 Responsible 100 last week. Pictured here with Vincent Abbatecola, United Hospice Board Chair
GOSHEN- In the world of healthcare, there are few environments as emotionally charged and delicate as hospice care. Here, patients face the final chapter of their lives, and their families must grapple with the profound weight of grief and impending loss.
It’s a space that requires not only clinical expertise but also an extraordinary level of compassion, empathy, and resilience. At the heart of it all is leadership—a factor that can profoundly shape the quality of care, support, and comfort patients and families receive during this challenging time.
“Hospice care is not just about managing symptoms; it’s about ensuring that patients experience dignity, peace, and quality of life in their final days,” said Cara Pace, United Hospice CEO. “Achieving this delicate balance is no easy feat. It demands a team of dedicated professionals who work seamlessly together—doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, home health aides and volunteers—all led by an effective leader who can navigate the complexities of providing end-of-life care with both heart and skill.”
Pace noted that leadership in hospice care is not about wielding authority or simply managing logistics. It’s about embodying a vision of compassionate, patient-centered care that resonates throughout the organization. A good hospice leader knows how to create a culture of empathy, where every member of the team understands the profound impact their work has on the lives of patients and families.
United Hospice’s steadfast mission focus and purposeful leadership delivers excellent operational outcomes that make all the difference in quality hospice care.