[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 189 (Wednesday, October 27, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1152]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING COMPASSUS HOSPICE IN SPRINGFIELD, MO

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                            HON. BILLY LONG

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 27, 2021

  Mr. LONG. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Compassus Hospice 
in Springfield, MO for their innovative work in providing hospice care.
  Founded in 1979, Compassus Hospice in Springfield is the oldest 
facility in the Compassus system and has provided critical care for 
Southwest Missourians. Hospice providers deliver end-of-life services 
for seriously ill patients, including bereavement support for their 
families and community. Compassus Hospice has always been at the 
forefront of hospice care, leading the industry in innovation for end-
of-life care.
  Compassus Hospice has also worked to improve care by working with 
lawmakers to advance coordinated care with community partners. Their 
dedication to providing this critical care is truly commendable. 
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, and Compassus 
in Springfield will celebrate its more than 40 years of patient care on 
November 18.
  Madam Speaker, for 42 years, Compassus Hospice in Springfield has 
been at the leading edge of providing end-of-life healthcare along with 
bereavement service for families. I congratulate them on 42 years of 
service and wish them all the best in the many years to come.

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