Trusted Hospice Care Experts

Hilary Javier is the founder of Requiem Legacy, a remembrance platform focused on grief, memory, and honoring loved ones with dignity. She is a veteran, nurse, wife, and mother who writes about the emotional and practical realities of loss, including pregnancy loss, parent loss, anticipatory grief, remembrance rituals, and what families experience in the first hours and days after death. Her work combines lived experience with compassionate guidance designed to help people feel less alone during grief. She is especially interested in conversations around human dignity, remembrance practices, emotional healing, and how technology can support meaningful connection rather than replace it. Her work is rooted in the belief that every soul deserves dignity, remembrance, and compassionate care.

We started Pathway Hospice and Palliative Care to insure that no one in our area had a bad hospice experience. We are leading by example, encouraging all hospice companies to enhance the care they provide, by implementing a broad range of integrative palliative services, therapies, and cares. Palliative reduces symptom and make live worth living. We are helping our patients take control of their Plan of Care, be fully informed, and make decisions that are best for them.

Dr. Brian Honeyman, MD, PhD, is a board-certified physician in Hospice and Palliative Medicine and Internal Medicine, with a career spanning clinical leadership, medical education, and translational research. He currently serves as a Clinical Advisor at Marietta Springs, where he helps guide compassionate, evidence-based approaches to patient care and recovery. Dr. Honeyman most recently served as Chief of Palliative Medicine for Care New England Medical Group, advancing holistic and patient-centered models of serious illness care. In addition to his clinical leadership, Dr. Honeyman is a dedicated educator and former Assistant Professor of Medicine at Brown University, where he mentored medical students, residents, and interdisciplinary learners. A graduate of the Boston University School of Medicine MD/PhD program, his doctoral research explored the molecular mechanisms of breast cancer, with publications in PLOS One and Chemistry & Biology.

As a licensed psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, I provide individual, couple, and family treatment at Samaritan Counseling Center of the Capital Region. I also offer telehealth services and accept most insurances. My goal is to help people change and progress in their lives by examining their assumptions and understanding their origins. I am also a clinical approved supervisor at AAMFT, where I mentor and nurture the strengths and resources of marriage and family therapists and trainees. I have a PhD certificate in psychodynamic psychotherapy from the Institute for Clinical Social Work and post-graduate training in neuroscience and clinical treatment from Harvard Medical School. I am certified in grief counseling, social work health care, gerontology, advanced bereavement, PASRR, disaster mental health critical responder, and QCSW. I am committed to refining my clinical and supervisory skills and staying involved in the professional mental wellness community. I am licensed in NY and in AZ. Please review my LinkedIn profile for additional information about me. Thank you for your interest in my passions.

Dr. Robert W. Buckingham, Dr.P.H., is Professor Emeritus of Public Health at the University of Michigan and a pioneer of the U.S. hospice movement. In 1974, he helped establish the first hospice in the United States and has since assisted in developing more than 80 hospice and long-term care programs worldwide. He is the author of 12 books and numerous peer-reviewed papers, including five on COVID-19. Dr. Buckingham also serves on the ASPHER–WHO COVID-19 Task Force, advising on pandemic response and preparedness. His career spans five decades at the intersection of hospice care, longevity, global health leadership, and end-of-life studies, making him a sought-after voice on aging, grief, and public health innovation.

I am the founder and director of Grief Recovery Center, a Trusted Houston mental health practice since 2015, offering inclusive care in-person, online, and in Spanish. I focus on helping people work through grief and life transitions in a safe, compassionate environment. I started the practice in 2015 as a small solo practice while still working full-time at a psychiatric hospital, and over time it has grown into a group practice with a full administrative team and more than 20 therapists, all committed to providing quality care. My commitment to this work is deeply personal. After experiencing a painful, life-altering loss, I went through The Grief Recovery Institute®’s Grief Recovery Program® myself. That experience helped me heal and led me to specialize in grief recovery so I could support others who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or alone in their grief. At Grief Recovery Center, I am dedicated to creating a space where people can show up exactly as they are, without judgment, no matter the type of loss they are facing. This includes losses such as the death of a loved one, relationship or friendship changes, pet loss, pregnancy-related loss, loss of trust or faith, and many other forms of grief. In addition to grief and loss, our team also supports clients with a wide range of other clinical concerns. My goal is for every client to feel seen, heard, and supported, and to know they have a safe place to come for help.

Dr. Geny Augustine is a physician at Solace who knows firsthand how challenging the U.S. healthcare system can be for patients. Having worked with diverse patient populations throughout her career, she's seen how the system's complex nature can create unnecessary barriers to getting good care—which is exactly what drew her to Solace's mission of putting patients first. Dr. Augustine completed her medical education in Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles, and previously worked as a Family Medicine physician for Banner Health in Glendale, Arizona. She's passionate about improving patient care, leading quality improvement projects like her work on hypertension management in urban environments, which earned honorable mention for the SLUHN Quality Improvement Award in 2020. Fluent in English with intermediate Spanish skills, she brings both clinical expertise and cultural understanding to her patient relationships. When she's not advocating for patients, Dr. Augustine enjoys fitness, culinary arts, fine arts, travel, and volunteer work—pursuits that reflect her belief in whole-person wellness and giving back to her community.

HeartBridge Nursing provides compassionate, professional home healthcare across Ontario, specializing in personalized support from certified caregivers and nursing experts. We bridge the gap between clinical needs and genuine human connection, ensuring your loved ones maintain their independence with 24/7 care you can trust. Our core services include: - Personal Care & Hygiene: Assistance with daily living, bathing, and dressing. - Professional Nursing: Skilled medical monitoring and wound care. - Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support: Specialized, patient-centered memory care. - Post-Surgical Recovery: Expert help during the transition from hospital to home. - Respite Care: Reliable temporary support to give family caregivers a well-deserved break. Ready to provide the best care for your loved one? Visit our website for more information or Contact us today for consultation heartbridgenursing.com 905-257-4940

Hannah Snyder Wernecke is a Partner at Snyder Funeral Homes, Ohio’s largest family-owned funeral group, and a fourth-generation funeral director who has written thousands of obituaries published nationwide in newspapers. She helps families across Ohio through life’s hardest moments while also leading the firm’s digital strategy and brand innovation. Outside of funeral service, Hannah is a world traveler (40 countries, all 'New 7 Wonders of the World'), keeps a digital scrapbook at SeeThePyramids.org, is a musician and lyricist releasing music under artists names Vin Fiz and Ghosted by History, and co-founded the history-inspired apparel brand GhostedbyHistory.com Hannah speaks Spanish, ranks among the top 10% of Unsplash contributors for her travel photography, and is married to Dantan Wernecke—an historian, French and Farsi linguist, and superb home chef. Her favorite film is Clue. Life has just one ending, but it's more of a known unknown.

Jeremy Gurewitz – CEO & Co-founder, Solace Health Jeremy Gurewitz is the CEO and Co-founder of Solace Health, a company dedicated to helping patients navigate the complex healthcare system with greater clarity and support. Jeremy’s mission at Solace Health is deeply personal. In 2016, his mother—an accomplished radiologist—was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Despite her medical expertise, she found herself overwhelmed by the complexity of her diagnosis and the multitude of decisions that followed, from exploring clinical trials to seeking second opinions and weighing treatment options. Witnessing firsthand how even highly knowledgeable individuals can struggle to navigate the healthcare system, Jeremy became passionate about solving a critical problem: healthcare in the United States has grown as complex as the legal system, leaving most people—patients and even doctors—without the tools or guidance to manage significant health challenges on their own. Under Jeremy’s leadership, Solace Health strives to bring clarity, advocacy, and personalized support to patients and families navigating life-altering medical journeys, ensuring that no one has to face it alone.

Director of Operations at Loving Homecare Inc., and a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) based in Whittier, California. My passion lies in helping older adults live with dignity and comfort through high-quality, relationship-centered care. With over a decade of experience in operations, team leadership, and elder care strategy, I focus on equipping families with the tools and education they need to make confident decisions in complex caregiving situations. My background also includes time in corporate leadership and consulting, but I’ve found the most purpose in working closely with families navigating aging, memory loss, and end-of-life care. At Loving Homecare, I lead a team committed to providing personalized in-home support for seniors, from companion care and post-surgical recovery to dementia care and respite services. I believe in care that goes beyond task checklists, rooted in compassion, consistency, and meaningful human connection. Whether I’m advising on care plans, mentoring caregivers, or advocating for seniors’ well-being, my mission is to ensure every older adult we serve feels seen, valued, and supported.

Kelly Edmondson is a nurse, bereaved mother, and grief counselor committed to transforming how we support one another after loss. Her work in the grief space is deeply rooted in a rare combination of clinical insight, personal experience, and professional training. Kelly began her career as a trauma nurse, caring for patients and families in moments where life changed in an instant. Years later, after the devastating loss of her son, Darius, she experienced firsthand the loneliness that often follows when the world rushes forward but grief does not. As she navigated her own healing, guided by meaningful grief counseling, she discovered a gap that nearly every bereaved person faces: the early days are flooded with sympathy, but the months that follow—birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and quiet moments of remembrance—receive little acknowledgment. Kelly understood instinctively that compassion cannot be condensed into a single gesture. It must be sustained, intentional, and present throughout the first year. This realization became the foundation of Timely Presence, a year-long grief support service designed to deliver meaningful, heirloom-quality gifts on the days that hurt the most. Each touchpoint honors the loved one’s memory, supports the emotional needs of the bereaved, and gives friends and families a meaningful way to show up when words fall short. Today, Kelly is emerging as a trusted voice in modern grief care. She advocates for remembrance over avoidance, presence over perfection, and long-term compassion over short-lived sympathy. Her work has made Timely Presence a transformative model for families, workplaces, healthcare teams, and communities seeking a more human way to support those navigating the first year after loss.

Life becomes overwhelming when one is raising five boys, building a career in events & healthcare, and ensuring the well-being of those around them. One afternoon, while managing these responsibilities, I encountered a dilemma at a funeral home. Over time, I recognized that I was not alone in this experience; many others shared heartfelt stories regarding their own sorrowful encounters. Consequently, I began numerous sketches for a funeral product to solve this problem, receiving valuable feedback and advice from a funeral director and professionals in the funeral industry. However, life circumstances forced me to shelve this project. Nonetheless, the fundamental idea persisted, along with the stories I kept hearing. Thankfully, at 62 years old, with children grown and my career behind me, I was inspired and prepared to embark on a journey into the funeral industry and develop a product that addresses a significant gap and serves multiple functions. Kin-Soul, my creation, is dedicated to giving grief a voice—a voice that has long been suppressed. My daily endeavors are driven by purpose, with the aim of establishing Kin-Soul as a vital element within the funeral industry and as a recognized tool for individuals during their mourning period.

I am a Death Doula, Soul Midwife, grief educator, and creator of the Soul Tending Masterclass, dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate the emotional, spiritual, and practical realities of dying. My work centers on bringing clarity, comfort, and humanity to one of life’s most misunderstood passages. As the host of Talk Deathy to Me, I share conversations that demystify death, explore the healing power of story, and support caregivers, clinicians, and anyone walking beside a loved one at the end of life. I’m passionate about making end-of-life education accessible—whether through my courses, writing, podcasting, or bedside support. My mission is simple: to empower people with the knowledge, compassion, and confidence they need to tend the soul—both their own and the souls of those they love.

Dr Anna Batho is an experienced Clinical Psychologist (DClinPsy) with over a decade of practice across the NHS and private sector. Trained in EMDR, CBT, and ADHD assessment, she has extensive expertise in health psychology, chronic pain, end-of-life care, and trauma. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, she played a key role in supporting frontline critical care staff and patients, providing psychological care under unprecedented pressure. She currently works at Homerton Hospital in London and has previously held posts at The Royal London Hospital and UCLH, alongside running a successful private practice for over ten years. Her academic work includes peer-reviewed publications in leading journals on chronic pain, mindfulness, and end-of-life care. Dr Batho is frequently sought out by the media and has been featured in The Independent, Financial Times, and The Telegraph for her clinical insights. She has a special interest in loneliness and belonging and is currently researching a book exploring these themes in modern life.

Tara Bailey, MPA, CMC, BCPA, CDP, CSA®, SHSS Founder & CEO | Brevard Healthcare Navigation Tara Bailey is a nationally credentialed care manager and patient advocate with nearly two decades of experience in healthcare support services. She holds a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) and is certified as a Care Manager (CMC), Board Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA), Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Senior Advisor (CSA®), and Certified Senior Home Safety Specialist (SHSS). As the Founder and CEO of Brevard Healthcare Navigation, Tara leads a trusted team dedicated to helping seniors, disabled adults, veterans, and families navigate complex medical systems with clarity and confidence. Her work is rooted in personal experience, deep empathy, and a belief that every individual deserves coordinated, dignified support—whether facing a health crisis or planning ahead. In addition to her direct work with clients, Tara has served on multiple local, state, and national board of directors, advocating for improved care access and quality across the lifespan. She is known for her calm presence, strong leadership, and unwavering commitment to empowering others through advocacy, education, and compassionate guidance.

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Dr. Jay Johannigman is a Cincinnati-based trauma surgeon with over 35 years of experience in trauma and critical care. A distinguished leader in both military and civilian medicine, he has made lasting contributions to Cincinnati’s medical landscape, most notably as the former Trauma Medical Director and Chief of the Institute of Military Medicine at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. During his tenure, he helped shape one of the region’s most advanced trauma and acute care programs, strengthening Cincinnati's role as a center of excellence in emergency medicine. A Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve, Dr. Johannigman has served in eight combat deployments from 2003 to 2021. His military roles have included CCAT (Critical Care Air Transport) flight surgeon, Trauma “Czar,” Deputy Commander, and Director of Clinical Services in combat hospitals. His outstanding service has been recognized with numerous military honors, including the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, and Army Commendation Medal. Dr. Johannigman also played a key role in the U.S. Air Force C-STARS (Center for Sustainment of Trauma and Readiness Skills) program, helping to train medical teams in readiness and combat casualty care. He has served as Chief Medical Officer at Knight Aerospace, contributing to the design and implementation of airborne medical evacuation systems, and strengthening the ties between military innovation and civilian emergency response. Beyond his contributions on the battlefield and in the operating room, Dr. Johannigman is a passionate educator. He serves as Professor of Surgery at the F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine at the Uniformed Services University in Bethesda, Maryland, where he helps train future generations of military and civilian physicians. Dr. Johannigman has held leadership roles nationally as well, including State Trauma Chair and Region Chief for the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma. He remains actively involved in key professional organizations, such as the American Association for Trauma and the American College of Surgeons.

Elizabeth Gavino, Medicare Strategist Lewin & Gavino Inc. | Medicare Transition Partners Elizabeth Gavino is a Medicare Strategist with 30 years of experience helping high-net-worth individuals, executives, and employers navigate Medicare transitions before they become costly, irreversible mistakes. She is the founder of Medicare Transition Partners and the creator of the CMTA (Certified Medicare Transition Advisor) credentialing program — the first professional credential designed to train advisors on Medicare transition strategy. Elizabeth has been cited as a Medicare expert source in over 100 articles for CNBC and CNN. She specializes in Medicare strategy and planning, IRMAA and income planning, retirement healthcare costs, and employer Medicare transitions. Based in La Jolla, California.

The Mortality Mentor provides after-loss administrative support to estate executors and families, helping them manage complex responsibilities like closing accounts and organizing documentation so they can focus on healing. The business also offers community workshops that encourage proactive end-of-life planning.