CARING HOSPICE PROFESSIONALS

ABOUT US

OUR MISSION

To provide comprehensive quality patient care to our patients while recognizing the valuable relationships with our employees, referral sources and the communities we serve.

WHO ARE WE?

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Appalachian Hospice is locally owned and operated. We are not a big or publicly traded national chain. We understand the needs of the communities we serve and are focused on providing the highest quality hospice care.

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We believe in a family-centered approach to care that provides comfort & support for both the patient and their family. Our team of dedicated professionals will always treat your family as part of ours with dignity and respect. From physical to spiritual and emotional support, we are here for you.

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It is our philosophy to work as a team to provide for your and your family’s needs during this difficult time. We select only the most compassionate and experienced professionals to join the Appalachian team.

Appalachian Hospice does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability or age in admission, treatment, services, their ability to pay and/or in employment. Appalachian Hospice does not serve patients under the age of 18.

MANAGEMENT TEAM

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Gary Rasmussen

PRESIDENT & CO-OWNER

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Barbara Rasmussen

VICE PRESIDENT & CO-OWNER

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Wanda Brown

ADMINISTRATOR

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Lisa Emerson

CLINICAL MANAGER

BLAIRSVILLE OFFICE STAFF

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Mark Altman

OFFICE MANAGER

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April Prunier

INTAKE / CLINICAL COORDINATOR

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Donna Millage

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

JASPER OFFICE STAFF

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Krystal Lloyd

OFFICE MANAGER

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Mara Roberts

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

NURSE PRACTITIONERS

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Allison Brice

NURSE PRACTITIONER

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Andrea Turner

NURSE PRACTITIONER

MARKETING

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Lynn Cochran

COMMUNITY LIAISON

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Ashley Hall

COMMUNITY LIAISON

Murray, Whitfield, Gordon, Bartow Counties

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Haydee Davies, LPN

COMMUNITY LIAISON

Gilmer, Pickens and North Cherokee Counties

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Kayla Hubbard

COMMUNITY LIAISON

Habersham, White, Lumpkin and Dawson Counties

CONTACT US

Our dedicated team is ready to answer your questions and address your concerns.