CaroMont Health and Carolina Caring Join Forces to Enhance Hospice and Palliative Care Services
In an exciting development for healthcare in Gaston County, CaroMont Health and Carolina Caring have announced a strategic partnership aimed at elevating the quality of hospice and palliative care services in the region. This collaboration, set to take effect on October 1, promises to combine the strengths of both organizations to provide even better care for patients and families facing serious illnesses and end-of-life situations.
What This Partnership Means
Under this new arrangement, Gaston Hospice and Palliative Care will operate under the Carolina Caring name. However, local residents can rest assured that:
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- All hospice and palliative care operations will remain in Gaston County
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- The Robin Johnson House in Dallas, NC will continue to serve patients and families needing inpatient hospice care
- Existing patients will experience no disruption in their care or change in their care teams
Benefits for the Community
This partnership brings together two organizations with a shared commitment to compassionate, high-quality care. Danny Wharton, Chief Operating Officer for CaroMont Health, emphasized this point, stating, “CaroMont Health is continually focused on the enhancement of clinical services and offerings to ensure patients have access to the best care. Carolina Caring shares our deep commitment to caring for patients and supporting their families as they face serious illness and end of life.”By joining forces, the partnership aims to:
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- Bolster the already exceptional care provided by Gaston Hospice & Palliative Care
- Extend Carolina Caring’s expansive regional reach
- Provide patients with access to Carolina Caring’s expanded network and expertise in hospice and palliative care
A Seamless Transition
For current Gaston Hospice patients and their families, the transition will be seamless. There will be no disruption in service, and care teams will remain the same. This continuity ensures that the trust and relationships built with the community will be maintained and strengthened.Dana Killian, President & CEO of Carolina Caring, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, “We have immense respect for the quality of care and commitment to the community that has been provided by Gaston Hospice and CaroMont Health. We’re excited for this partnership to ensure exceptional care remains available to all members of Gaston County now and in the future.”
Looking Ahead
As this partnership unfolds, residents of Gaston County and the surrounding areas can look forward to enhanced hospice and palliative care services. The combined expertise and resources of CaroMont Health and Carolina Caring promise to bring new levels of support and compassion to patients and families during challenging times.
About Carolina Caring: Founded in 1979, Carolina Caring is an independent, community-based, nonprofit healthcare provider specializing in palliative medicine, hospice care, primary care, and grief counseling. They serve 12 counties across western North Carolina and the Charlotte Region.
About CaroMont Health: CaroMont Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Gastonia, NC. Known for its commitment to exceptional and reliable care, CaroMont Regional Medical Center has received numerous accolades, including being named among IBM Watson Health 100 Top Hospitals in 2018.
