On October 18, WiHPCA Legislative Committee member Rick Risler, who serves as the executive director of St. Croix Hospice, presented a “Champion of Hospice and Palliative Care” award for the 2023-2024 legislative session to state Senator Jesse James (R-Eau Claire Area) in the St. Croix Hospice office in Eau Claire.

Earlier this year, WiHPCA also presented “Champions of Hospice and Palliative Care” awards for the 2023-2024 legislative session to Representative Patrick Snyder (R-Wausau Area) and Senator Kelda Roys (D-Madison).  WiHPCA is honoring these legislators for their exceptional work to address the priorities of hospice and palliative care agencies and staff throughout the state.