CEO Message – February 2025
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day (and because I love holidays), I’ve been reflecting on the concept of love.
Cultural Shifts and Heartfelt Guidance: A Q&A with Enrique Morales, LMFT
Cultural Shifts and Heartfelt Guidance: A Q&A with Enrique Morales, LMFT Enrique Morales, LMFT, Therapist with Coastal Kids Home Care Conversations about death can be some of the most challenging and emotional discussions a parent may face, yet they are essential for fostering resilience and understanding in children. Hospice Giving Foundation had the privilege of working with Enrique Morales, LMFT with Coastal Kids Home Care, who presented a Spanish workshop
Is Charitable Giving the Secret to a Healthier Life?
Is Charitable Giving the Secret to a Healthier Life? Donating to causes that matter to you does more than help others—it can be good for your health! Studies show that giving to charity can improve your mood, lower stress, and even boost your immune system. The Cleveland Clinic explains that donations can give you a sense of purpose, which leads to greater happiness and better mental health. Mercer Advisors backs that up,
CEO Message – November 2024
CEO Message: November 2024 Pictured: CEO & President Erin White at the End Well conference “The prelude to compassion is the willingness to see.” — Dr. Sunita Puri, Palliative Care Physician Dear Friends, As I board a plane back to Monterey after attending the annual conference with End Well, an organization dedicated to advancing the national conversation about end of life, I reflect on where I was a year ago.
CEO Message – August 2024
CEO Message: August 2024 Pictured: Former CEO/President Siobhan Greene and current CEO/President Erin White, with founding CEO Alice Kinsler Dear Friends, I am delighted to join Hospice Giving Foundation as its third President & CEO, following the visionary leadership of founding CEO, Alice Kinsler, and most recently, Siobhan Greene. Both have significantly impacted end-of-life care in our community and transformed the conversations we’re having about it. Though I am new to the
Farewell Message from Siobhan Greene
A Farewell Message from Siobhan Greene Lasting Memories, Heartfelt Gratitude Dear Friends, Quite possibly, this farewell letter is the most difficult one I have had to write. But here it goes… Taking the helm in 2013, I knew how to run an organization, but knowledge of end-of-life care was limited to my personal experiences. When someone in my life died, I felt lost, alone, frightened, and overwhelmed with sorrow. The sadness of my
Announcing The Siobhan Greene Care and Dignity Fund, an article by the MCWeekly
Announcing The Siobhan Greene Care and Dignity Fund, an article by the MCWeekly Incoming CEO Erin White began on April 1. She has been working side-by-side with Siobhan Greene, whose last day will be June 30, after 11 years at the helm of Hospice Giving Foundation. DANIEL DREIFUSS As Siobhan Greene was approaching retirement as CEO of the Hospice Giving Foundation, the board of directors wanted to do something to
Hospice Giving Foundation Announces New President/CEO
Hospice Giving Foundation Announces New President/CEO Monterey, Calif. (March 18, 2024) — An exciting new chapter for Hospice Giving Foundation begins this spring in anticipation of Siobhan Greene’s planned retirement in June 2024. HG Foundation is proud to welcome Ms. Erin White as the incoming President/CEO who shall begin her tenure on April 1, 2024, succeeding the long-term President /CEO, Siobhan Greene. A committed and dynamic leader, Erin has dedicated decades to
CEO Message – February 2024
CEO Message: February 2024 Dear Friends, Winter in Northern California can be wild, as we have all seen this month. The only thing that is predictable is there will be a mix of rain, wind, as well as a few unusually warm, sunny days. I recall one of my first winters in California. I was bewildered, thinking I was leaving the cold and damp NY winters for the warm California sun!
CEO Message – January 2024
CEO Message: January 2024 Dear Friends, The passage of time from one year to the next is supposed to be about change, aspirations, and motivators to move forward and grow. It is list-making time, new calendars, fresh plans, and generally high expectations. Personally, I rarely make those lists and avoid pressuring myself with plans or targets that may or may not pan out. I find the new year more of a