Hosparus Health Hosts Senior Aging Summit
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 3, 2023
CONTACT:
Kristen Roderick
Community Outreach Manager
270.782.7258
kroderick@hosparus.org
Hosparus Health Hosts Free Event Showcasing Community Resources for Older Adults
Resource event scheduled for April 29 to help seniors and family caregivers find services and support for optimal aging in the Barren River area.
(BOWLING GREEN, KY) — Hosparus Health, in collaboration with its palliative care brand, Pallitus Health Partners, and law firm Kentucky ElderLaw, PLLC are inviting seniors and their family caregivers to The Senior Aging Summit, on Saturday, April 29, from 8 to 11 a.m., at the Warren County Extension Office, 5162 Russellville Road in Bowling Green. At this free event, dozens of community experts will showcase the services and support they provide for older adults and their families.
“Hosparus Health is thrilled to connect members of the community to dozens of local social service agencies and healthcare professionals,” said Community Outreach Manager Kristen Roderick. “We recognize that many families struggle silently, and often with frustration, unaware of the resources available for seniors and caregivers in our area. Our goal is to connect families with the services and support they need to achieve the best quality of life possible.”
Hosparus Health and Pallitus Health Partners will lead breakout sessions highlighting their available services for patients and families facing serious illnesses. Members from Barren River will educate participants on the nonprofit organization’s holistic team approach to comprehensive care. John Dodson, Attorney at Law with Kentucky ElderLaw, will conduct a session about asset protection for seniors. He will share considerations for long-term care planning, Medicaid, probate, and VA benefits.
Founded 45 years ago in Louisville, Hosparus Health annually provides hospice services to over 9,000 patients and families in Kentucky and Indiana. The organization expanded its portfolio five years ago with the addition of Pallitus Health Partners. This palliative care line provides wrap-around support for those with chronic conditions, such as cancer, heart failure, COPD, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and more. Palliative care can be provided along with treatments designed to cure and/or support chronic conditions. It is appropriate at any stage of serious illness and is available for people of all ages.
With an office in Bowling Green, Kentucky ElderLaw specializes in estate and long-term care planning, veteran’s affairs and Medicaid planning.
Senior Aging Summit
Saturday, April 29, 8 to 11 a.m.
Warren County Extension Office
5162 Russellville Road
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Participants can register for door prizes and explore local vendors representing healthcare, legal and financial services, senior living, and more. Complimentary refreshments are available during the drop-in event. An RSVP is appreciated, but not required. For more information, contact Hosparus Health Barren River at 270.782.7258 or kroderick@hosparus.org.
About Hosparus Health
Established in 1978, Hosparus Health is one of the nation’s largest and most respected community-based, nonprofit care providers for those facing serious illnesses. For 45 years, the mission-driven organization has championed equitable healthcare access by delivering specialized programs and holistic services across 35 counties in Kentucky and Indiana. Through the support of more than 600 employees and over 500 volunteers, Hosparus Health’s person-centered approach is focused on improving the quality of life for over 10,000 patients and families annually. Its interdisciplinary teams provide support for serious illnesses across the continuum, including medical care, symptom and medication management, grief counseling, hospice care, and palliative medicine. For more information about Hosparus Health, please call 800-264-0521 or visit www.HosparusHealth.org.
About Pallitus Health Partners
Pallitus Health Partners, a part of Hosparus Health, offers comprehensive palliative care for serious illness in Kentucky and Indiana. Specialized services include chronic symptom and medication management, disease education and care coordination. Pallitus Health’s interdisciplinary care team provides medical expertise and support designed to meet individual goals and offer the best possible quality of life at any stage of serious illness. In 2022, over 1,300 patients of all ages received palliative services. For more information, visit www.PallitusHealth.org or call 502-814-5408.
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