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Tillery Compassionate Care Receives 2026 Hospice Honors Elite Award

ALBEMARLE, N.C. – Tillery Compassionate Care, a nonprofit hospice and palliative care provider serving Stanly & Montgomery counties and surrounding communities, has once again been recognized with the prestigious Hospice Honors Elite Award from MatrixCare, placing the organization among the nation’s top-performing hospice providers for exceptional patient and family satisfaction. The annual Hospice Honors Elite award recognizes hospice organizations that […]

A Doctor Talking To A Senior Woman While Showing Information On A Tablet Hospice Referral Process

5 Reasons Why the Hospice Referral Process is Easier Than You Think

For 44 years, Tillery Compassionate Care has been a respected resource for our neighbors navigating serious illness. Our mission is to spark inspiration, hope, and peace, enabling individuals to embrace their spirit of life. We often find that families wait to seek help because they worry the “process” will be difficult. The truth is, starting hospice care is designed to be […]

A Family Greeting A Hospice Professional While Sitting On A Couch Together Accredited Hospice Care Provider

What to Look for in an Accredited Hospice Provider

Selecting the right hospice care provider is a deeply personal decision. For 44 years, Tillery Compassionate Care has served this community, and we understand that families want the highest standard of support during life’s most delicate chapters. At Tillery Compassionate Care, our mission is to spark inspiration, hope, and peace, enabling individuals with serious illness to embrace their spirit of […]

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What are the Different Levels of Hospice Care?

At Tillery Compassionate Care, we have been a cornerstone of this community for 44 years. Our mission is to spark inspiration, hope, and peace, enabling individuals with serious illnesses to embrace their spirit of life. As a respected resource for serious illness care, we want to help you navigate the four levels of hospice care as defined by medicare.gov. Every patient’s […]

Tillery Compassionate Care Announces 2026 Birdie Benefit Golf Tournament

July 6, 2025 (ALBEMARLE, NC) – Tillery Compassionate Care is excited to announce its Annual Golf Tournament, set for Monday, September 14, 2026, with a 1:00 p.m. shotgun start at The Tillery Tradition Country Club. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit Tillery Compassionate Care and help provide essential support for individuals and families navigating serious illnesses. Lori Thayer, CEO […]

Tillery Compassionate Care Hosts Day Camp for Children and Their Families

Tillery Compassionate Care recently hosted its annual day camp for children and their families who have experienced a death‑related loss. Camp Forget‑Me‑Not was held on Saturday, May 16, at Camp Joshua. This year’s theme, Giving Hope Wings, centered around healing, remembrance, and a special butterfly release. Camp Forget‑Me‑Not is a free day camp designed to support children and families as […]

A Palliative Care Provider Checking The Blood Pressure Of A Senior Woman Lying In A Hospital Bed Palliative Care For Heart Failure

When Can You Start Palliative Care for Heart Failure?

Early Support Can Make a Big Difference Living with heart failure can feel overwhelming. Between managing symptoms, medications, doctor visits, and the uncertainty of what comes next, many patients and families find themselves exhausted — physically, emotionally, and mentally. One of the most common questions people ask is: “When is it time for palliative care?” The answer is often much […]

A Team of Medical Providers Providing Early Palliative Care To A Woman Lying In A Hospital Bed

When Do You Qualify for Early Palliative Care? Timely Help is Vital

Navigating a serious illness can be overwhelming, not just for the patient but for their entire support system. One of the most common questions families ask is: “When do we qualify for palliative care?” The answer might surprise you. Unlike hospice, which is specifically for end-of-life care, palliative care is designed to support you as early as the day of […]

A Nurse Assisting A Senior Patient Lying In Bed Community-Based Hospice

When Hospice Is in the Headlines, Families Deserve Clarity—Not Cynicism

What community-based nonprofit hospice means for quality, accountability, and peace of mind. Most people don’t spend time thinking about hospice—until they have to. And when that moment comes, families aren’t shopping for bells and whistles. They’re asking a simple question: Will someone show up—day or night—and help us do this with dignity? That’s why recent reporting about misuse of the […]

Old North State Club Celebrates 23 Years of Compassion with Record-Breaking Support

May 13, 2026 (ALBEMARLE, NC) – The women of the Old North State Club recently hosted their annual dinner to benefit Tillery Compassionate Care (TCC), marking more than two decades of dedicated partnership. The event, held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, was a resounding success, raising nearly $70,000 for the nonprofit organization. This monumental contribution brings the group’s 23-year fundraising […]

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