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Revived Hope: A Journey from Hospice to Healing

April 9, 2024

Karl Travis, retired senior pastor from First Presbyterian Church in Fort Worth, faced a harrowing battle with chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH), a rare and debilitating form of pulmonary hypertension when diagnosed in 2018. Initially told he didn’t qualify for potentially curative surgery, Karl’s journey took an unexpected turn, leading to a remarkable story of… Read More

Community Healthcare of Texas CEO Joins National Hospice Board

January 16, 2024

Community Healthcare of Texas is proud to announce that Viki Jingle, the organization’s Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI). NPHI is a distinguished membership organization consisting of over 100 not-for-profit, community-integrated hospice and palliative care providers committed to advancing high-quality… Read More

Community Healthcare of Texas Releases Guide that Enhances Quality of Life for Dementia Patients and their Caregivers

November 28, 2023

North Central Texas patients and their caregivers now have access to a new dementia care resource guide provided by Community Healthcare of Texas in partnership with the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI), Aliviado Health, and the Center to Advance Palliative Care (CAPC). The free guide provides the best-in-class resource for dementia care and… Read More

New Resource Combats Heart Failure in North Central Texas

November 16, 2023

Community Healthcare of Texas, in collaboration with the American Heart Association (AHA) and the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI), has launched a new Advanced Cardiac Care Program featuring patient and family educational resources. Each year, more Americans die from heart disease than any other condition, including cancer. Heart disease is also a… Read More

Uplifting Lives and Communities: Community Healthcare of Texas Celebrates National Hospice and Palliative Care Month

November 1, 2023

Community Healthcare of Texas, the state’s largest not-for-profit adult and pediatric hospice and palliative care provider, is proud to join the nation in celebrating November as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness of advanced illness care and recognizing the compassionate and dedicated care provided to patients and their families… Read More

Community Healthcare of Texas to Host Service of Remembrance to Honor Loved Ones

October 25, 2023

Community Healthcare of Texas, the state’s largest not-for-profit hospice and palliative care provider, is hosting a heartwarming and meaningful Service of Remembrance for people to remember and honor the cherished memories of their loved ones. Event Details: Date: Thursday, November 9, 2023 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location: Cleburne Conference Center (1501 W. Henderson… Read More

Local Hospice Provider Hosts 2nd Annual ‘Lights of Love’ Event

October 18, 2023

Community Healthcare of Texas – Providence Hospice, the state’s largest not-for-profit hospice and palliative provider, is proud to announce its 2nd annual “Lights of Love” luminary event is returning on Thursday, November 9, at 5:30 p.m., at the Waco Suspension Bridge. Starting at the bridge entrance at Indian Spring Park, the organization will light up… Read More

Local Healthcare Provider Launches First-of-Its-Kind Palliative Care Program in Waco

September 12, 2023

A recent study from the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management found that two-thirds of patients living with a serious illness who could benefit from palliative care don’t get it. But, a local not-for-profit healthcare provider is working to change that for Waco patients and their families. Community Healthcare of Texas announced today the launch… Read More

Dr. Joshua Wesley Named Lead Medical Director for Waco Area

August 31, 2023

Community Healthcare of Texas-Providence Hospice, a trusted name in end-of-life care for children and adults since 1996, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Joshua Wesley, MD, as its lead Medical Director for the Waco area. Dr. Wesley’s distinguished background in healthcare and his deep commitment to patient-centered care will further elevate the organization’s… Read More

Dr. Kevin Stevenson Joins Board of Directors at Community Healthcare of Texas-Providence Hospice

August 22, 2023

Community Healthcare of Texas-Providence Hospice, the state’s largest not-for-profit hospice and palliative care provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kevin Stevenson, Director of Strategic Operations for Ascension Providence in Waco, to its Board of Directors. Dr. Stevenson brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Community Healthcare of Texas-Providence Hospice board…. Read More