In this episode, Maria chats with Laura Lavallee, CEO of Evergreen Hospice, about the importance of inclusivity, representation, and individualized care in end-of-life support. They explore the challenges of running a non-profit, managing community support, and adapting to the changing needs of an aging demographic.
Laura shares her personal journey into hospice care, her plans for Evergreen’s expansion, and the need for legislative changes to better support palliative care in marginalized communities.
In this episode, Maria chats with Laura Lavallee, CEO of Evergreen Hospice, about the importance of inclusivity, representation, and individualized care in end-of-life support. They explore the challenges of running a non-profit, managing community support, and adapting to the changing needs of an aging demographic.
Laura shares her personal journey into hospice care, her plans for Evergreen’s expansion, and the need for legislative changes to better support palliative care in marginalized communities.
What You’ll Learn:
The importance of inclusivity and culturally competent care in end-of-life support.
How Evergreen Hospice is adapting to the needs of marginalized communities.
The challenges of running a non-profit organization reliant on community support and donations.
Laura's insights into changing the narrative around grief and death, and her plans for expanding Evergreen’s services.
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