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The dedicated team at Red Willow Hospice in Taos, NM, collaborates to provide compassionate, personalized care. Trust our expert professionals to support you and your loved ones with dignity and respect.
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Red Willow Hospice is dedicated to setting the standard for future hospice and palliative care. Our vision is to empower individuals through holistic, integrative, and innovative care.
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he dedicated team at Red Willow Hospice in Taos, NM, collaborates to provide compassionate, personalized care. Trust our expert professionals to support you and your loved ones with dignity and respect.
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Red Willow Hospice is proudly ACHC accredited, demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards of hospice care. This accreditation reflects our dedication to quality, safety, and compassionate care for patients and their families.
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The dedicated team at Red Willow Hospice in Taos, NM, collaborates to provide compassionate, personalized care. Trust our expert professionals to support you and your loved ones with dignity and respect.
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  • Red Willow Hospice is at the forefront of progressive healthcare, shaping the hospice care of tomorrow. We integrate the latest advances in medical science with innovative holistic therapies to address the comprehensive well-being of our patients and their families. Our commitment to pioneering new approaches ensures that we remain leaders in the evolution of hospice care.

  • We serve our community with distinction by recognizing and honoring the diverse cultures and backgrounds of Northern New Mexico. Our community-based approach is firmly rooted in inclusivity and responsiveness, ensuring that our forward-thinking care is accessible to everyone.

  • Red Willow Hospice relentlessly advocates for social and economic access to healthcare excellence. We are committed to removing barriers that prevent individuals from receiving the future-focused care they deserve, regardless of their circumstances.

  • We embrace sustainability as an integral part of our mission. Red Willow Hospice actively promotes eco-friendly practices, and leads the way in environmental initiatives within our community. Our forward-thinking approach extends beyond healthcare, contributing to the well-being of our planet and future generations.

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The dedicated team at Red Willow Hospice in Taos, NM, collaborates to provide compassionate, personalized care. Trust our expert professionals to support you and your loved ones with dignity and respect.
At Red Willow Hospice, our commitment to our values drives us towards a future of transformative hospice care. We pioneer a new era of healthcare, where holistic care enriches lives and fosters community well-being in harmony with the environment.
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Red Willow Hospice, locally owned and operated by long-term residents, is dedicated to providing elite hospice care in Northern New Mexico. We offer quality integrative healthcare in homes, long-term care settings, and assisted living facilities.
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The Red Willow Hospice team is dedicated to giving back through community volunteering. Our commitment to service extends beyond healthcare, fostering connections and supporting the well-being of our community through hands-on efforts.
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The dedicated team at Red Willow Hospice in Taos, NM, collaborates to provide compassionate, personalized care. Trust our expert professionals to support you and your loved ones with dignity and respect.
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  • At Red Willow Hospice, our medical team, comprising hospice physicians, compassionate nurses, and nurse practitioners, takes the lead in ensuring the highest quality of care. They are dedicated to managing pain and symptoms, providing necessary medical interventions, and ensuring each patient's physical comfort and dignity remain paramount.

  • We recognize the significance of spirituality in end-of-life experiences. Our spiritual care providers, often non-denominational chaplains, extend a compassionate hand by offering spiritual support, counseling, and a safe space for spiritual exploration and expression. They serve as guiding lights, assisting patients and their families in navigating questions of faith, meaning, and purpose.

  • Our dedicated social workers and counselors specialize in addressing the emotional and psychosocial needs of patients and families, adeptly guiding them through the stages of grief, loss, and interpersonal challenges. Our social workers play a pivotal role in advance care planning and resource coordination, ensuring comprehensive care at every step.

  • Our psychosocial care team of skilled counselors and social workers offers compassionate emotional and psychological support. They provide invaluable counseling and therapy to help individuals and families process their emotions and navigate the complexities of end-of-life issues. 

  • At Red Willow Hospice, our commitment to holistic care extends to bereavement support, an essential element of our services that encompasses beyond the patient's passing, offering comprehensive assistance for family members and friends as they navigate the journey of grief and loss. We partner with Golden Willow Retreat to provide in-person and on-line resources. 

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    Dr. Joanna Hooper, MD

    Medical Director

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    Robyn Chavez RN, BSN, CHCM

    Chief Executive Officer

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    Rev. Dr. Ted Wiard, Ed.D., LPCC, CGC

    Director of Bereavement

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    Jennifer Johnson

    Director Of Clinical Services, Taos

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    Felicia Cardenas

    Northern New Mexico Administrator

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    Dr. Lynn Nauman, MD

    Medical Director - Santa Fe

  • Ruby Maestas

    Office Manager

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    Emma Okamoto, MSW, LCSW

    Director of Social & Volunteer Services

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Volunteers are the heart of Red Willow Hospice, each playing a unique and vital role. Our volunteer services empower compassionate individuals to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.
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    Home-Maker Services

    Our volunteers are devoted to assisting with practical tasks, such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and errands, ensuring that patients and their families enjoy a comfortable living environment.

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    Support People

    These caring volunteers offer a helping hand to family members, caregivers, and friends, providing much-needed respite and support when required.

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    Companionship

    Companionship volunteers are companions in the truest sense, dedicating their time to be present with patients, offering a listening ear, engaging in meaningful conversations, and providing the warmth of emotional comfort.

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    Advocacy

    Our advocacy volunteers are staunch advocates, guiding patients and families through the healthcare system, ensuring their preferences and wishes are heard, respected, and honored.

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    End-of-Life Doula Services

    Our end-of-life doulas, or death doulas, provide a profound source of non-medical, emotional, and spiritual support. They skillfully assist with advance care planning, offer invaluable companionship, organize and lead meaningful rituals, and gently guide individuals and families through the journey of dying with an unparalleled level of empathy and understanding.

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    Naturopathic Doctor

    Red Willow Hospice takes pride in incorporating naturopathic doctors who embrace holistic approaches to well-being. They offer a wealth of knowledge encompassing natural remedies, dietary guidance, and complementary therapies, all geared towards enhancing our patients’ comfort and overall health.

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    Reiki

    Our skilled Reiki practitioners specialize in the art of energy healing through gentle touch or non-contact techniques. This complementary therapy is masterfully aimed at promoting relaxation, reducing anxiety, and providing emotional and spiritual support to both patients and their families

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    Tai-Chi

    At Red Willow Hospice, we recognize the tremendous benefits of Tai-Chi, a mind-body practice that transcends physical wellness. Our experienced Tai-Chi instructors lead sessions that promote relaxation, enhance physical and emotional well-being, and help patients improve their balance, mobility, and overall quality of life.

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    Honoring the Season of Care

    In this month’s newsletter, we reflect on the meaning of hospice care and what it means to live with comfort, dignity, and intention. We share thoughtful perspectives on grief, highlight meaningful resources, and honor the volunteers whose presence supports our patients and families every day. This edition is offered as a quiet moment of connection—rooted in care and shared with our community.

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At Red Willow Hospice, we believe integrative medicine enhances pain management and overall health. Our approach offers a variety of therapies, including acupuncture, massage, Chinese medicine, and nutritional counseling, to improve quality of life.
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End of Life Options
Compassion and Choices
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