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Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha’s Vineyard
Community Updates
May 2026
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Nurses Week 2026: May 6-12
Honoring the Compassion and Commitment of our Hospice & Palliative Care Nurses!
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We are so grateful for our nurses who provide compassionate expert care, comfort, and guidance to patients and families during some of life’s most meaningful and challenging moments.
This week, we honor and thank our nursing team for the extraordinary compassion and support they bring to our island community every day!
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Nurses Week Spotlight:
Professional Development in Hospice Care
In honor of Nurses Week, we are proud to celebrate our Clinical Director, Meghan Cabral, RN, who recently attended the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) annual conference in Buena Vista, FL. Continuing education opportunities like this help strengthen compassionate, high-quality care for patients and families in our community while supporting the professional growth and sustaining resilience through peer connection among our nursing team
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
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At Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha’s Vineyard (HPCMV), we understand the importance of emotional support and mental well-being for our community and our staff.
We honor and thank our social workers, grief counselors, and spiritual care counselors who are available to support our patients, families, caregivers, and community grief counseling clients of all ages. We believe no one should face serious illness or grief alone. We’re here if you need us. Please reach out!
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Caring Conversations: Self-Care for Caregivers
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As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month this May, it’s an important reminder that caregivers of patients with serious illness also need time and support to care for their own emotional well-being.
Caregivers often spend so much time focusing on the needs of others that they forget to care for themselves. Small moments of rest and renewal can make a meaningful difference to help reduce stress and restore energy. Here are some ideas:
Read the full article for self-care tips and to learn how the team at Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha’s Vineyard can support caregivers. We’re here if you need us, please reach out!
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Recent Events to Support Community Mental Health:
Family Remembrance Event & Seedlings By The Sea
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On Sunday, May 3, our Spiritual Care Counselor, Rabbi Lori Shaller led a Remembrance Event for families and caregivers of former HPCMV patients and many of our staff. Thank you to the Blackbrook Singers for your beautiful performance. The event took place at Stillpoint MV, and attendees enjoyed delicious light bites by Quitsa. Thank you to all who took part in this meaningful event. We’re so grateful for our community!
Read Rabbi Lori’s Opening Remarks.
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On Saturday, May 9, our collaborative care team facilitated Seedlings By The Sea, a fun, hands-on community event for kids in grades K-8 to decorate pots, plant sprouts, and connect with each other.
Thank you to the West Tisbury Library for hosting Seedlings By The Sea. Thank you to Jardin Mahoneys, SBS, Stop & Shop, and Vineyard Gardens for donating supplies. Thank you to our event volunteers.
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Get Involved in Our Upcoming Fundraisers:
32nd Annual Martha’s Vineyard Memorial Road Race
and 2026 Summer Soirée!
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Each year, our Island community shows up in remarkable ways when it matters most. Because Medicare does not cover the full cost of care that we provide, your support as a sponsor or participant in our Road Race and Summer Soirée makes it possible for us to continue offering compassionate, expert care right here at home.
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Get Ready! Soirée Tickets Go Live Friday, May 15
Sign up Now to Sponsor, Advertise, or Volunteer!
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Join us on:
Mon., August 3, 2026
Discover all the ways you can make an impact! We have volunteer opportunities and additional ways to support the event including sponsoring, purchasing a program ad, and buying tickets to the event!
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We’re Less Than 2 Weeks from the Starting Line!
32nd Annual Memorial 5k Road Race: Sunday, May 24
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Sign up Now to Run or Walk
Join us in Oak Bluffs this Memorial Day Weekend for the 5K or kids’ fun run! Sign up to run or walk, become a sponsor, or cheer on runners!
This year’s t-shirt features performance material and our new logo – be sure to register in advance online to secure your shirt.
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THANK YOU TO OUR ROAD RACE SPONSORS:
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RN Case Manager: Full-time, part-time, per-diem, and on call.
Required experience in post-acute care nursing with an emphasis on quality of life and education. Must be an RN in Massachusetts. Must have strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills as an interdisciplinary team member. Must be able to develop and follow a care plan that establishes goals to meet both the individual and family needs while incorporating palliative nursing skills.
Read more.
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No person shall be excluded or discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. EOE.
Please email your resume and cover letter to mdevaney @ hospiceofmv.org or visit https://hospiceofmv.org/careers/ for more information and to apply.
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Our Online Payment Processor Has Changed!
If you’ve noticed our online donation form and road race sponsorship form look different than they used to, that’s because we’ve recently switched payment processors as part of many changes we are making to update our donor management system and website. Look out for our new website, coming very soon!
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Our New Website is Coming Soon, Stay Tuned!
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Hospice & Palliative Care of MV
Phone: (508) 693-0189
Email: hello@hospiceofmv.org
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