Recognition
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Why Nurses Are Choosing Alive: Heather’s Story
When Heather Lindley first entered the world of nursing nearly a decade ago, she had no idea that end-of-life care would be her calling. Heather’s connection to Alive began when she was still in nursing school and her grandmother became a patient at Alive’s in-patient center. Read More
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Love in Every Moment: Honoring Alive’s Incredible Nurses
At Alive, hospice nurses do more than care for patients—they create lasting memories, foster peace, and bring light to some of life’s most difficult moments. As we celebrate Nurse Appreciation Week, we’re sharing a few powerful stories that capture the heart of what they do every day. Read More
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50 Years of Heart: Honoring Our Volunteers
This spring, we gathered in both Nashville and Murfreesboro to honor the extraordinary individuals who give so much of their time, energy, and heart to Alive. Our annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheons are a small gesture of thanks for the big difference our volunteers make every day. Read More
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Celebrating Excellence: Kristie Bilbrey Named Employee of the Year
We are thrilled to announce that Kristie Bilbrey, Hospice Aide at our Nashville Residence, has been named Alive’s 2024-2025 Employee of the Year! Kristie’s compassionate care, tireless dedication, and unwavering commitment to our mission have made a lasting impact on patients, families, and coworkers alike. Read More
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Celebrating Excellence: Meet Anona Ayala, Our Latest Employee of the Quarter!
At Alive, we are fortunate to have a team of compassionate and dedicated individuals who go above and beyond to serve our patients, families, and colleagues. This quarter, we are proud to recognize Anona Ayala, Dietary Cook, as our Employee of the Quarter! Read More
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Dr. Martha Presley Returns for CMO Role as Dr. David McRay Returns to Full-time Clinical Care
Alive announced that Dr. Martha Presley has returned to Alive to fill its Chief Medical Officer position as Dr. David McRay retired the role on April 1 of this year. Read More
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Honoring Black History Month
Black History Month is a time to honor the achievements, contributions, and rich history of Black individuals, past and present. At Alive, we believe in elevating and supporting the voices and leaders who have shaped our community. Read More
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Krista Ward Joins Alive as VP of Business Transformation
Alive is excited to welcome Krista Ward as its new Vice President of Business Transformation. Krista brings over 25 years of healthcare expertise, specializing in strategic planning, operational excellence, and organizational transformation. Read More
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Kim Patterson Joins Alive as Chief Advancement Officer
Alive is proud to announce that Kim Patterson has joined the organization as its new Chief Advancement Officer (CAO). With a distinguished background in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors, Kim brings a wealth of expertise and a strong passion for connecting communities with meaningful causes. Read More
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Alive: Celebrating 50 Years in 2025
Next year marks a major milestone for Alive—50 years of caring for our neighbors! In 1975, local visionaries founded Alive Hospice to create a better way to care for the dying and their loved ones. Read More