Wednesday, October 16, 2013

A Liver for Luke

At Access, we are determined to be involved in our communities and help those in need. A Liver for Luke is an ongoing fundraiser. This is a young man that desperately needs a liver to improve his quality of life. The event below helped bring community members together and all had a great time for a VERY good cause. Donations are still being accepted and as mentioned in the following paragraph, you can get more info by going to their Facebook page here.


“A Liver for Luke’ fundraiser will be held Saturday Sept 28th from 11a.m. to 4p.m. at 200 West Center in Hyde Park.  Featuring live music, face painting, rock climbing, cotton candy, food & drinks, 5k or 1 mile run at 10a.m., silent auction and games for kids. Luke Rigby is in liver failure and awaiting a transplant.  He hasn’t been able to work for months because of the pain, he has to get dialysis 2 times/ week and then he has to take a weekly trip to Salt Lake for tests to see whether or not he will be moved up on the transplant list.  Medical bills are piling up and family & friends have organized this event for Luke and his wife Tiffani.  All proceeds will go to the couple to help with medical costs.  (Also as part of the fundraiser: there are 2 tickets to the sold-out Luke Bryan concert that have been donated to the cause for $300 a piece).  For more information: see “A Liver for Luke” on Facebook”

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Access Participates in Ensign Foundation Golf Tournament

Access Home Care and Hospice joined dozens of other participants in the annual Ensign Foundation Golf Tournament held at Red Ledges Golf Resort in Heber City, Utah.  The mission of the Ensign Foundation is to enhance the quality of life of the most vulnerable members of our society and encourage our local and global community to advocate on their behalf.  All proceeds from the tournament went to the foundation to help accomplish its mission.  Access Home Care and Hospice was a proud sponsor of the tournament and we look forward to continuing our support.


Monday, October 7, 2013

Access Hospice Staff Featured on Idaho Hospice Coalition Website

Hannah Davidson, Registered Nurse, and Velana Roth, Licensed Social Worker, for Access Hospice of Pocatello, Idaho were featured on the Idaho Quality of Life Coalition's website. Their knowledge and expertise are highlighted in the following videos:



The Idaho Quality of Life Coalition is Idaho's hospice coalition and consists of professionals, private citizens, and businesses working together to provide education and information on hospice, palliative care, and advanced planning.  Their mission is to work collaboratively with their partners in providing education, tools, and resources to promote quality of life through advance planning, hospice, and palliative care.  Great job Hannah and Velana for sharing your knowledge and for all you do for your hospice patients!