HospiceCare Workshop to Offer Insights on the Hmong Culture

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Posted On: Friday, 04 June 2010

(MADISON, WI) – On Friday, June 25, HospiceCare Inc. will host “Insights on the Hmong Culture: A Focus on Healthcare and End of Life,” from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the HospiceCare Campus, 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway, in Madison.  At this free seminar, participants will learn about the culture, religion and communication of the Hmong people and how the Hmong community approaches healthcare and end-of-life. The seminar will be presented by Charles Vue, MSSW, the Student Services Coordinator for the UW – Eau Claire Office of Multicultural Affairs and Leon Bernido, MSSW, RN and HospiceCare staff member.
Participants are welcome to bring their lunch to the seminar. A certificate of attendance is available. Pre-registration is required by Wednesday, June 23; because space is limited, reservations will be taken on a first come, first served basis. The conference will be shown via videoconference in HospiceCare’s Janesville office, 3001 W. Memorial Drive.

For more information or to register please contact Carrie Glantz, HospiceCare public affairs, at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (608) 327-7202.

Contact: Dan Chin, Director of Public Affairs
Office:  (608) 327-7006   Cell:  (608) 438-2600


HospiceCare Inc. is a nonprofit, community-based hospice dedicated to providing physical, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families dealing with life-limiting illnesses. With offices in Madison and Janesville, HospiceCare serves residents in Dane, Green, Jefferson, Rock and Walworth counties.
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