Two Athena-Managed Facilities Recognized with National Quality Award
Berkshire Rehab and Cape Heritage 2025 Bronze National Quality Award from AHCA/NCAL for their commitment to quality care in skilled nursing. Continue Reading Continue reading
A Healthier Approach To Caring
Care for Younger People Facing End-of-Life Challenges
Hospice of Western & Central Massachusetts joins Mass Appeal to discuss how hospice supports people of all ages, including younger adults facing terminal illness. Continue Reading Continue reading
What Careers Can You Find in Long-Term Care?
From social work to nursing to housekeeping, dive into the professions available in long-term care and the impact they each have on residents. Continue Reading Continue reading
Understanding the Role of a Hospice Social Worker
SPRINGFIELD, M.A. — When a loved one enters hospice care, families are often introduced to a social worker who plays a key role in guiding them through the process. But what exactly does a hospice social worker do to support both the patient and the family? Michael Kachadoorian, Executive Director at Hospice of Western &… Continue Reading Continue reading
What Does a Hospice Volunteer Do?
Over the past few weeks, we’ve had the chance to educate the community about hospice care through our appearances on WWLP’s Mass Appeal. One question we hear often is, ‘How can I help?’ To answer that, our Executive Director of Hospice of Western & Central Massachusetts, Michael Kachadoorian, and Volunteer Coordinator, Elizabeth Jezierski, joined the… Continue Reading Continue reading
Inside Athena: Hospice CNA Finds Purpose in Caring for Patients
Athena Hospice CNA Arleza Duckett is described as a “valuable asset” to the team, as she has found meaning and passion in caring for her patients. Continue Reading Continue reading
Centenarian Celebration: Lanessa Celebrates 105th Resident Birthday
Residents and staff at Lanessa Extended Care gathered to celebrate a remarkable milestone: the 105th birthday of a resident. Continue Reading Continue reading
Hospice of Western & Central Massachusetts Executive Director Joins WWLP to Discuss Hospice Myths
Hospice of Western & Central Massachusetts Executive Director Michael Kachadoorian joined Patrick Berry with WWLP’s Mass Appeal to debunk hospice myths and offer facts about what the service offers. Continue Reading Continue reading
Northbridge Health Care Center Raises $600 for Alzheimer’s Association
Northbridge donated $600 to the Alzheimer’s Association this year, thanks to the fundraising efforts led by Memory Care Coordinator Aida Cartagena and her dedicated colleagues. Continue Reading Continue reading
Athena Home Health & Hospice Donates Dozens of Holiday Gifts to Patients
The Athena Home Health & Hospice team were able to distribute more than 100 holiday gift packages to patients this year from community donations. Continue Reading Continue reading
