Who We Are

About Hospice of South Texas

Our Story

Our Commitment to Compassion and Community

Hospice of South Texas began its journey in mid-1984, inspired by the dedicated staff of DeTar Hospital. who recognized the need for a community-wide, not-for-profit hospice. Officially incorporated in 1985 as Hospice of Victoria, our organization quickly grew to serve a broader region, supported by a grant from the Meadows Foundation in 1989. In 1991, we rebranded as Hospice of South Texas to better reflect our expanded reach across twelve counties. In 2017, the opening of the Dornburg Center of Compassion marked a significant milestone, offering state-of-the-art inpatient care. Our growth and success have been fueled by the unwavering support of our community, ensuring that we provide the highest level of care regardless of a patient’s ability to pay.

Our Mission & Values

Love, Comfort, Support

At Hospice of South Texas, our mission is simple: to enhance the quality of life for our patients and their families through compassionate, comprehensive care. We address not only the physical needs of our patients but also their emotional, social, financial, and spiritual well-being. Our promise—Love. Comfort. Support.—guides everything we do, ensuring that each individual receives the care they deserve with dignity and respect. We envision a community where hospice and palliative care are accessible to all, providing comfort for the living, peace for the dying, and solace for the grieving.

Meet the Team

Dedicated to Compassionate Care

Our team is composed of dedicated professionals who share a commitment to providing compassionate and personalized care to every patient and family we serve.

Comfortable patient room with a bed, seating, and large windows.

Hospice of South Texas Board of Directors

Hospice of South Texas is led by a volunteer Board of Directors representative of our community and those we serve and by dedicated experienced staff. We cherish your trust and pledge to be faithful stewards to our mission and to the resources so generously shared with us.

  • Rev. Herb Beyer – President
  • Lee Keeling – Vice President
  • John McQuillen – Treasurer
  • Chris Krejci – Asst. Treasurer
  • Susan Oakley – Advancement
  • Judy Hill – Secretary
  • Lynn Miori – Past President
  • Nanette Berger
  • Gerald Bludau
  • Matt Bochat
  • Dr. Daniel Cano
  • Rose Drost
  • Laurie Eder
  • Warren Grindeland
  • Bill McArdle
  • Tim Michalski
  • David Smolik
  • Charles Wartsbaugh
  • Elena Watts

Endowment Board of Directors

  • Lori Zamora — President
  • Joe Crisp — Vice President
  • Tom Curtis — Secretary
  • John McQuillen — Treasurer
  • Herb Beyer, Jr.
  • Lee Keeling
  • Michael Chavez
  • Courtney Middleton
  • Lynn Miori
  • Amy Mundy
  • Zach Smith

Hospice of South Texas Medical Directors

  • Ty Meyer M.D.
  • Arun Jain M.D.
  • Kody Selzer M.D.
  • Jennifer Gonzales M.D.
  • Bruce Bauknight M.D.
  • Donald Kocurek M.D.

Hospice of South Texas Staff

  • Michael Chavez, Chief Executive Officer
  • Ty Meyer M.D., Chief Medical Officer
  • Anne McIntosh, Chief Financial Officer
  • Jennifer Nichols, Director of Clinical Services
  • Hilary Lucas, Director of Advancement
  • Christina Barraza, Director of Human Resources
  • Kim Moore, Volunteer Coordinator
  • Leo Sharron, Bereavement Coordinator

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