08/20/2026
As hospice agencies navigate the HOPE assessment era, maintaining high standards of quality compliance without overwhelming bedside staff is one of the industry's biggest priorities. Turning regulatory expectations into practical, everyday quality processes is key to sustainable care.
We are excited to highlight Patty Mathews, MHA, BSN, RN, CHPN, CPHQ, as a featured panelist for our live session at the 41st Annual FHPCA Forum!
“HOPE’s Effect on Hospice Agencies: Rewards, Challenges, and Opportunities”
📍 Live at FHPCA 2026 (Orlando, FL)
🗓️ Thursday, August 27 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
As Director of Quality at Chapters Health System, Patty brings a comprehensive background in clinical direction, compliance, and healthcare administration. With years of experience spanning organizational quality management, clinical oversight, and survey readiness, she is dedicated to advancing clinical quality metrics while keeping care delivery centered on the patient.
During our live panel at FHPCA, Patty will share practical insights on:
✅ Aligning HOPE assessment requirements with internal quality frameworks.
✅ Bridging the gap between administrative reporting standards and bedside clinical practice.
✅ Tracking performance metrics to drive continuous clinical excellence across hospice teams.
Don't miss the chance to hear Patty's perspective alongside fellow experts Alyssa Cadwalader and Shannon Cooper!
⭐ The Panel ⭐
• Patty Mathews, MHA, BSN, RN, CHPN, CPHQ (Director of Quality, Chapters Health System)
• Alyssa Cadwalader, MA, RN, MT-BC (VP of Continuous Improvement, Empath Health)
• Shannon Cooper, RN, BSN, MPH, CHPN (COO, Treasure Health)
Moderator: Igal Ladabaum (CEO, Hospi Corporation)
📍 Heading to FHPCA? Don’t forget to visit Cat and Igal at Booth #103 in the exhibit hall!
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