About Us

A legacy of compassionate care

For more than 40 years, Hospice of the Panhandle has helped those with serious, life-limiting illnesses manage their pain and symptoms wherever the patient calls home. Our experienced team of doctors, nurses, certified nursing assistants, home hospice aides, social workers, chaplains and more learns what matters most to each patient and their family. Hospice of the Panhandle is a non-profit organization providing expert care and support throughout Berkeley, Hampshire, Jefferson and Morgan counties in West Virginia.

Our mission, vision and values

At Hospice of the Panhandle, we believe strongly in the work that we do for our community. We pride ourselves for staying true to our mission, vision and values to ensure patients make the most of their final months, surrounded by comfort, fulfillment and quality of life.

Mission

Hospice of the Panhandle provides compassionate care to those with life-limiting illness and assists their families and caregivers. We strive to broaden community awareness about the end-of-life experience.

Vision

Hospice of the Panhandle will:

Be a leader and innovator in end-of-life and palliative care
Provide excellent end-of-life and palliative care to all those in need

Values

At Hospice of the Panhandle, our values guide us. We share a responsibility and commitment to uphold the following values:

Compassion for those we serve
Integrity in all aspects of our work and volunteer service
Excellence in the care and services we provide
Respect

Our Leadership

The management team oversees the day-to-day operations at Hospice of the Panhandle

Senior Management Team
Board of Directors

Senior Management Team

Nikki Franklin, BSN, RN, CHPN
CEO

Chris Eader
Chief Financial Officer

Danielle Ruble, BSN, RN
Chief Clinical Officer

Sara Cohick, MSW, LICSW, ACHP-SW
Chief People Officer

Dr. Sarah Phillips, HMDC
Medical Director

Adaira Jenkins, BSN, RN, CHPN
Director of Quality & Compliance

Jen Stanley
Director of Marketing & Fundraising

Julie Sayre
Director of Advanced Illness Operations

Kristie Carbaugh
Director of Inpatient Operations

Angela Mason
Director of Home Care Operations

Board of Directors

Hospice of the Panhandle’s Board of Directors members have a passion for hospice care and want to ensure all patients and their families receive the right care and compassion during this time of need.