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Community Hospice & Health Services Appoints Mathew Francis as Interim Chief Executive Officer

September 30, 2024

For Immediate Release

Community Hospice & Health Services Appoints Mathew Francis as Interim Chief Executive Officer

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Modesto, CA (September 27, 2024) – The Community Hospice & Health Services Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment Mathew Francis as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Francis replaces Alisa Bettis, Community Hospice & Health Services President/CEO who resigned after two years tenure in early September.

“We look forward to welcoming Mathew to the Community Hospice & Health Services as Interim CEO and are confident with his extensive executive experience and knowledge in leadership he will continue to work with the Leadership team to ensure the continuity of operations and strategic initiatives while searching for a new permanent replacement,” shared Chad Van Houten, Community Hospice & Health Services Board Chair.

As the Interim CEO, Francis will be responsible for guiding the organization during this transitional period. His key priorities will include ensuring stability, providing strategic leadership, and strengthening stakeholder engagement.

Francis brings over thirty-five years of experience at the executive level, including twelve as Co-Founder and President of Pacific Rim Advisory Group, LLC, located in Modesto, CA. He has led strategic, tactical, and operational planning in multiple facets of enterprise, including non-profit. Francis has proven exceptional leadership, communication, and collaborative skills at all levels of an organization, resulting in improved financial performance, effectiveness, and efficiency.

Following the resignation of Alisa Bettis, the Board has established a Search Committee to spearhead the recruitment of a new President/Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization.

Community Hospice & Health Services maintains our commitment to service excellence and mission to embrace individuals and families facing life-changing journeys, enhancing quality of life for all. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Mathew Francis as he assumes the role of Interim CEO at Community Hospice & Health Services.

Contacts: Kristin Mostowski, Director of Public Relations | Community Hospice & Health Services | Kristin.Mostowski@hospiceheart.org | 209.578.6301

About Community Hospice & Health Services

Community Hospice & Health Services is a nonprofit, community-based agency, serving the Central Valley since 1979. Community Hospice & Health Services embraces more than 2,500 patients and families each year providing support through vital programs including hospice and palliative care for adults and pediatrics, general inpatient care at the Alexander Cohen Hospice House, bereavement support, outpatient mental health counseling for adults and children, and Camp Wokini, a youth camp for children and teens who have experiences loss. For more information about Community Hospice & Health Services programs call 209.578.6300 or visit hospiceheart.org.

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Community Hospice & Health Services Announces Resignation of President/CEO Alisa Bettis

September 11, 2024

For Immediate Release 

Contacts: Kristin Mostowski, Director of Public Relations | Community Hospice & Health Services | Kristin.Mostowski@hospiceheart.org | 209.578.6301 

Community Hospice & Health Services Announces Resignation of President/CEO Alisa Bettis 

Modesto, CA (September 11, 2024) – The Community Hospice & Health Services Board of Directors announced the resignation of Ms. Alisa Bettis as President/CEO effective Tuesday, September 10, 2024. 

“Due to unforeseen personal affairs, Ms. Bettis has made the difficult decision to resign from the role of President/CEO,” shared Board Chair, Chad Van Houten. “Ms. Bettis has served in the President/CEO capacity for the past two years and has been an unwavering pillar of positivity and strength for Community Hospice & Health Services, and its affiliate organizations. On behalf of the Board and Leadership team, we express our gratitude and wish her well.” 

The organization’s Board and Leadership team will be working together closely to ensure continuity of operations and strategic initiatives during the transition. In the short term, an interim President/CEO will be selected, and the Board will work to appoint a selection committee to spearhead the recruitment of a new President/CEO. 

Community Hospice & Health Services maintains our commitment to service excellence and mission to embrace individuals and families facing life-changing journeys, enhancing quality of life for all. 

About Community Hospice & Health Services 

Community Hospice & Health Services is a nonprofit, community-based agency, serving the Central Valley since 1979. Community Hospice & Health Services embraces more than 2,500 patients and families each year providing support through vital programs including hospice and palliative care for adults and pediatrics, general inpatient care at the Alexander Cohen Hospice House, bereavement support, outpatient mental health counseling for adults and children, and Camp Wokini, a youth camp for children and teens who have experiences loss. For more information about Community Hospice & Health Services programs call 209.578.6300 or visit hospiceheart.org. 

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Community Hospice & Health Services Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

May 29, 2024

For Immediate Release

Contacts: Kristin Mostowski, Director of Public Relations | Community Hospice | Kristin.Mostowski@hospiceheart.org | 209.578.6301

Community Hospice & Health Services Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

Modesto (May 22, 2024) – Community Hospice & Health Services, the oldest and largest nonprofit hospice and support services agency serving the Central Valley, announced the appointment of Ms. Toby Benguerel as the organization’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Ms. Benguerel joined Community Hospice & Health Services on Monday, May 20, 2024, in her new role.

Ms. Benguerel brings to Community Hospice & Health Services more than 15 years’ professional experience in corporate finance and treasury, accounting, tax and risk management. She also brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in corporate operations and strategy to the CFO role. Prior to joining Community Hospice & Health Services, Ms. Benguerel served as the Chief Financial Officer for Yosemite Pathology Medical Group and held financial leadership roles in the manufacturing and construction industries. She also spent time in the public accounting sector performing audits and assurance services.

“We are pleased to welcome Ms. Benguerel to Community Hospice & Health Services,” said Alisa Bettis, President/CEO. “We are confident that her leadership and vast finance operations experience will continue to improve our financial performance, maintain our mission, and help position Community Hospice & Health Services for a bright and strong future.”

Ms. Benguerel has a Master of Science in Accountancy from California State University, Sacramento. She is a Certified Public Accountant, member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and serves on the Board of Directors for the California Society of Certified Public Accountants. She also currently serves as the President of the San Joaquin Chapter of the California Society of Certified Public Accountants.

About Community Hospice & Health Services

Community Hospice & Health Services is a nonprofit, community-based agency, serving the Central Valley since 1979. Community Hospice & Health Services embraces more than 2,500 patients and families each year providing support through vital programs including hospice and palliative care for adults and pediatrics, general inpatient care at the Alexander Cohen Hospice House, bereavement support, outpatient mental health counseling for adults and children, and Camp Wokini, a youth camp for children and teens who have experiences loss. For more information about Community Hospice & Health Services programs call 209.578.6300 or visit hospiceheart.org.

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