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Celebrating Brad Sparks
At Alive, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on our Spring 2025 Employee of the Quarter: Brad Sparks, Hospice Consultant and community liaison for the Maple team area. Read More
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Alive Welcomes Local Healthcare Leader as New CEO
Alive, Middle Tennessee’s only nonprofit provider of hospice, palliative care and end-of-life services, today announced Amir Hamad as the organization’s new president and chief executive officer. He will begin his new role on June 30. Read More
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A Beautiful Day of Remembrance
This spring, Alive’s annual Butterfly Releases brought together families and friends in Murfreesboro and Nashville to remember and celebrate the lives of loved ones. It was a beautiful and heartfelt day of reflection, connection, and healing. Read More
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Alive’s Family Retreat in Murfreesboro
Grief can be an isolating experience—especially for children and families navigating the loss of a loved one. At Alive, we believe in walking alongside families through every step of their grief journey. Read More
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Welcome New Leadership to Alive
As Alive celebrates 50 years of compassionate care, we are proud to introduce several exceptional leaders who are guiding our organization into the future. Read More
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Welcoming Sylvia Jones, Alive’s New VP of Quality and Compliance
We are excited to welcome Sylvia Jones, MSN, RN, PhD(c), as Alive’s new Vice President of Quality and Compliance. Sylvia brings a rare and powerful combination of clinical experience, research expertise, and a deep passion for hospice care. Read More
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Honoring Daniel Liu, Youth Volunteer Award
Alive is proud to celebrate one of our extraordinary volunteers, Daniel Liu, who was recently honored with the Youth Volunteer Award at the 2025 Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards, Middle Tennessee’s largest annual celebration of volunteerism. Read More
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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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Love on a Steep Hill
At Alive, nurses are more than caregivers—they are the heart of our mission and the steady hands that bring peace, dignity, and comfort during life’s most vulnerable moments. 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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Celebrate, Remember, and Honor at Alive’s Annual Butterfly Release
Spring is a time of renewal and remembrance, and Alive’s Annual Butterfly Release is a beautiful way to honor the memory of loved ones. Join us on Saturday, May 17, for this cherished event at both our Nashville and Murfreesboro residences, where we will celebrate life, love, and the healing power of nature. Read More
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Alive & The Bluebird in the Boro Was a Night to Remember
Our Alive & The Bluebird in the Boro event was filled with heartfelt music, community connection, and powerful support for Alive’s mission. Read More
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Honoring Veterans: A Star-Spangled Tradition at Alive
Recently, volunteers gathered to cut out the stars from some of Tennessee’s retired flags that were donated by local Boy Scout Troop #1108. The stars are included in the special welcome package that military veterans receive when entering Alive. 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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March Community and Grief Events
Join us for our upcoming community events and grief support offerings. Read More
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Thank You for an Incredible Month of Music
Throughout the month of January, Alive & The Bluebird filled the historic Bluebird Cafe with music, memories, and meaning. We are deeply grateful to everyone who made this annual concert series such a moving celebration of community, compassion, and song. 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
