STUART, Fla. (Aug. 12, 2026) – Treasure Coast Hospice has launched a newly redesigned website featuring an enhanced online referral experience that makes it easier for healthcare providers, patients, and families to connect with hospice care.
The new website was developed to remove common barriers people may face when searching for hospice information and to make the referral process more accessible, efficient, and easy to understand.
“One of our greatest responsibilities is making sure patients and families can access the care and support they need without unnecessary obstacles,” said CEO Jackie Kendrick, CHPCA. “This new website is another way we are making hospice care more approachable and accessible for our community. By giving families and healthcare professionals a simpler way to connect with us, we can help people get answers sooner and focus on what matters most -- providing comfort, support, and quality of life.”
One of the most significant updates is a new online referral form with two distinct pathways: one for healthcare professionals and another for patients and loved ones.
Healthcare providers can submit key patient and clinical information, along with supporting documentation, directly through the website. Patients, caregivers, and family members can also reach out on their own through a simplified referral experience designed to help them take the first step toward learning whether hospice care may be appropriate.
“For families, the decision to reach out for hospice care often comes during an emotional and overwhelming time,” said Marketing and Brand Director Crystal Pisani. “We wanted to create a website that removes unnecessary barriers and makes it easier to get answers, understand available services and connect with our care team. Whether someone is a physician referring a patient or a daughter looking for help for a parent, the process should feel simple and supportive.”
The new online referral experience also reinforces an important message: families do not have to wait for a physician or healthcare facility to begin the hospice conversation. Patients and loved ones can contact Treasure Coast Hospice directly with questions, request more information or begin the referral process themselves.
For healthcare professionals, the updated process provides a more streamlined way to send referral information and documentation to Treasure Coast Hospice, helping support timely communication between providers and the hospice care team.
“Our healthcare partners are caring for patients in fast-moving environments, and families are often trying to make important decisions quickly,” said Chief Operating Officer Shannon Cooper, RN, MPH, CHPN. “Creating a more direct digital pathway helps us meet both groups where they are and connect them with the right support as efficiently as possible.”
The redesigned website also makes it easier for visitors to learn about hospice eligibility, what to expect from hospice care and the wide range of services available to patients and families.
In addition to hospice care information, visitors can explore Treasure Coast Hospice programs and resources, including pediatric services, grief support, veterans care, complementary therapies, spiritual care, volunteer opportunities, community events, Foundation programs, and locations throughout the Treasure Coast.
The website redesign reflects Treasure Coast Hospice’s continued commitment to improving access to care while providing patients, families, and healthcare professionals with clear, trusted information when they need it most.
To explore the new website or begin a hospice referral, visit treasurehealth.org.