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Marin County Office of Education, Novato Unified School District & By the Bay Health Partner to Address Healthcare Talent Shortage

San Rafael, Novato, and Larkspur, Calif., December 3, 2024 –The Marin County Office of Education (MCOE), the Novato Unified School District (NUSD), and By the Bay Health, Northern California’s largest independent nonprofit hospice provider, are joining forces to launch a strategic workforce initiative to address the growing healthcare talent shortage in the County. Starting in Spring 2025, MCOE, NUSD, and By the Bay Health […]

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By the Bay Health CEO Skelly Wingard Joins Marin County Office of Education’s School to Career Board

LARKSPUR, Calif., May 13, 2024 – Skelly Wingard, RN, MSN and Chief Executive Officer of By the Bay Health, the largest independent nonprofit hospice organization in Northern California, joins the Board of Directors of the Marin County Office of Education’s (MCOE) School to Career (STC) Partnership. The School to Career Partnership is a public-private initiative

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By the Bay Health, Mission Hospice & Home Care, and Hope Hospice Merge to Become the Largest Independent Not-for-Profit Hospice Network in Northern California

Newly combined organization aims to transform serious illness and end-of-life care with equitable access to high-quality, comprehensive, and integrated services across palliative, hospice, and home health care. LARKSPUR, SAN MATEO, DUBLIN, Calif., November 30, 2023 — By the Bay Health, Mission Hospice & Home Care, and Hope Hospice today announced they will merge to become

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Why Being a Hospice Volunteer is Rewarding

Hospice care is a vital aspect of the healthcare landscape, offering compassionate end-of-life support to individuals and their loved ones during a challenging phase of life. While the idea of becoming a hospice volunteer may seem daunting, this role can be profoundly fulfilling and gratifying. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons why being a

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By the Bay Health and Mission Hospice & Home Care Announce Intent to Merge

Proposed Merger to Serve Nearly 1,000 Patients a Day and Strengthen Exceptional Support Services Including Hospice, Home Health, Palliative Care, and Pediatric Care LARKSPUR and SAN MATEO, Calif., September [21], 2023 — By the Bay Health (BTBH), a not-for-profit, and first hospice organization in California, and Mission Hospice & Home Care (Mission), San Mateo County’s

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How to Know If You Need Grief Counseling: Recognizing the Signs

Dealing with grief is a deeply personal and challenging experience. Whether you’ve lost a loved one, experienced a significant life change, or gone through a traumatic event, the grieving process can be overwhelming. While grief is a natural response to loss, sometimes it becomes necessary to seek professional help to navigate through the healing journey.

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Does Medicare Cover Hospice? Understanding Your Options

When facing a terminal illness, hospice care can provide essential support and comfort to both patients and their families. It focuses on improving the quality of life during the final stages of an illness, offering pain management, emotional and spiritual support, and assistance with daily activities. If you or a loved one are considering hospice

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Diabetic Foot Care Tips for the Elderly: Protecting Your Feet

For the elderly living with diabetes, proper diabetic foot care is crucial for maintaining overall health and preventing complications. Diabetes can affect the circulation and nerve function in the feet, making them more susceptible to infections, ulcers, and other foot-related problems. In this blog, we will discuss essential diabetic foot care tips specifically tailored to

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By the Bay Health Appoints Skelly Wingard, RN, MSN as Chief Executive Officer

Announcement comes following nationwide search LARKSPUR, Calif., May 22, 2023 — By the Bay Health has announced the appointment of Skelly Wingard, RN, MSN as Chief Executive Officer for the organization. The appointment, which will be effective June 19, follows a nationwide search for a new leader to fill the role currently held by Kitty

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