East Idaho's only nonprofit hospice.
Since 2001, we've been walking alongside Eastern Idaho families through the most sacred and difficult moments of their lives — with compassion, dignity, and unwavering commitment.
"Compassionate care as it should be."
We believe that every person deserves to live their final days with dignity, comfort, and the people they love. That belief is not just a statement — it's the foundation of every decision we make, every care plan we create, and every family we serve.
Our Values
Stewardship
We are responsible stewards of the trust placed in us by patients, families, and our community — honoring every resource and relationship with care.
Leadership
We lead with purpose and vision, setting the standard for compassionate end-of-life care across Eastern Idaho.
Excellence
We hold ourselves to the highest clinical and human standards — because the people we serve deserve nothing less.
Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency, and consistency — doing what is right even when no one is watching.
Collaboration
We work as one interdisciplinary team — alongside patients, families, physicians, and community partners — to deliver whole-person care.
Innovation
We continuously seek better ways to serve — embracing new approaches, programs, and ideas that improve the lives of those in our care.
Learning
We are a learning organization — committed to growth, education, and reflection so we can always serve with greater skill and compassion.
Our Vision
"HEI is a trusted community partner because all lives we touch experience compassion, comfort, and exceptional care."
A team built around you.
Hospice care is never a single person — it's a coordinated team of specialists who work together to address every dimension of care: medical, emotional, spiritual, and practical.
Registered Nurses
Skilled clinical care and symptom management, visiting regularly at home.
Certified Nursing Assistants
Personal care, bathing, and daily comfort support.
Medical Social Workers
Navigating decisions, resources, and family dynamics with expertise and empathy.
Chaplains
Non-denominational spiritual care for patients and families of all beliefs.
Bereavement Counselors
Grief support before, during, and after the loss of a loved one.
Volunteers
Community members who give the irreplaceable gift of presence and companionship.
Medical Director
Medical oversight and collaboration with your existing care team.
Rooted in Eastern Idaho
We are a local, community-based organization. Our team members are your neighbors — people who live, work, and raise families in Eastern Idaho. We understand this community because we are this community.
Meet Our Team
Every member of the HEI family brings expertise, compassion, and a deep commitment to the patients and families we serve.
Sierra McNeil
Executive Director
Corina Bahr
Patient Services Director
Melissa Williams
Social Services Director
Dr. Scott Taylor
Medical Director
Patricia Young
Registered Nurse / Nurse Practitioner
Marrisa Butikofer
Registered Nurse
Kami Pendlebury
Registered Nurse
Rachel Plott
Registered Nurse
Tiffany Clark
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dawn Gray
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eryn Martindale
Certified Nursing Assistant
Alyce Jeppesen
Chaplain
Camille Cook
Bereavement Coordinator
Kristine Denning
Bereavement Assistant
Marilou Hart
Volunteer Coordinator
Celeste Eld
Community Outreach
Carol Annis
Administrative Assistant
Board of Directors
Our volunteer board provides strategic oversight and community accountability for HEI's mission.
Jennifer McCulloch
Board Chair
Kenneth Krivanek
Vice Chair
Diane Sheldon
Diane Key
Bill Sewell
Samantha De Bruyn Kops
Sean Coletti
Kerry Hammon
Ready to learn more?
A free consultation is the best way to understand how we can help your family. There's no obligation — just a conversation.