Good Samaritan announces transition of hospice services

Good Samaritan announces transition of hospice services 
Good Samaritan, Vincennes, IN; Press Release by Good Samaritan; 10/3/25 
Good Samaritan [in Vincennes, Indiana] has announced the difficult decision to close its hospice program effective December 31, 2025. The decision, made by the hospital’s Executive Team and Board of Governors, follows a careful evaluation of health care trends and reflects Good Samaritan’s commitment to responsible stewardship and long-term sustainability. “Since its beginning, our hospice team has provided extraordinary, compassionate care to patients and families across our region,” said Rob McLin, CEO of Good Samaritan. “We hold deep respect for that legacy and are committed to supporting our patients, families, and hospice team throughout this transition.” ... Good Samaritan is working closely with regional hospice providers and is actively exploring multiple partnership strategies to ensure hospice care throughout the communities we serve is provided seamlessly. All impacted hospice staff will be offered positions within Good Samaritan, and the organization is committed to supporting each individual through the transition.
Editor's Note: Per the National Hospice Locator, over a dozen hospices are named "Good Samaritan"; this is located in Vincennes, Indiana. While such decisions and transitions are surely difficult, Good Samaritan demonstrates excellence  in continuing their mission in how they are tending these transitions. Dare I say, they are providing "a good death"?