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Employee Spotlight: Alfredo Ramirez, Jr.
This month, we’re excited to spotlight Alfredo Ramirez, Jr., a Patient Coordinator in our Denver office. Alfredo’s nearly five-year journey at Giving Home has been a story of continuous growth. He’s held multiple roles across different departments, and each one has deepened his expertise, sharpened his skills, and reinforced his passion for helping patients access … Read more
Employee Spotlight: Kevin Nelson
This month, we’re pleased to spotlight Kevin Nelson, a Community Liaison with our Albuquerque, New Mexico office. Kevin has been a part of the Giving Home team for nearly three years and has built a reputation for going above and beyond to ensure patients feel supported, informed, and genuinely cared for. Kevin has always been … Read more
Employee Spotlight: Ryan Jorde
This month, we’re proud to spotlight Ryan Jorde, who recently joined Giving Home as Vice President of National Sales. With two decades of experience in the healthcare industry, he brings the insight, strategic mindset, and enthusiasm needed to help guide our next phase of growth. Ryan didn’t originally set out to work in healthcare, but … Read more
The Benefits of 1099 Nursing Roles
If you’re a nurse considering your next career move, you’ve likely spent time comparing W-2 employment against the flexibility of independent contracting. As a leading nationwide home health care provider, Giving Home actively partners with skilled 1099 nurses who have discovered that independent contracting aligns better with their professional and personal priorities. What exactly makes … Read more
Employee Spotlight: Jeanne Saavedra
This month, we’re pleased to spotlight Jeanne Saavedra, who serves as a Patient Coordinator at our Albuquerque office. Jeanne has been a valued member of the Giving Home team for nearly seven years, bringing empathy, dedication, and heart to her work every single day. Jeanne’s path to healthcare was an unexpected yet personal one. Before … Read more
Employee Spotlight: Price Wooding
This month, we’re pleased to spotlight Price Wooding, who recently celebrated one year as Executive Director of HME at GivingHME, a sister company to Giving Home Health Care. With nearly two decades of experience in durable medical equipment (DME), Price brings a unique blend of industry knowledge, entrepreneurial drive, and a deep commitment to patient … Read more
Important Update: Federal Government Shutdown and the EEOICPA
To our valued patients: As you may be aware, the federal government officially entered a shutdown effective 12:00 midnight EST on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. We understand this news may be concerning, especially for those receiving benefits under the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA), as well as those currently in the claim … Read more
Employee Spotlight: Erika Johnson
This month, we’re pleased to spotlight Erika Johnson, who joined Giving Home in July as the Executive Director of our Amarillo office. In just a short time, she’s made a lasting impression through her leadership, dedication, and passion for healthcare — and her journey to Giving Home is as inspiring as it is impressive. Raised … Read more
America’s Atomic Legacy: Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant
Tucked into the rolling landscape of western Kentucky, the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant (PGDP) stands as a powerful reminder of America’s Cold War nuclear efforts and its complex legacy. Operational for more than six decades, the Paducah plant was the last operating gaseous diffusion facility in the United States and played a vital role in … Read more
Employee Spotlight: Mambo Munoz
This month, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on Mambo Munoz, a dedicated Patient Coordinator in our Albuquerque office. Since joining the team in September 2024, Mambo has brought a unique blend of operational know-how, collaborative thinking, and genuine compassion to Giving Home Health Care. With a background as a civil construction Superintendent, Mambo once … Read more
Employee Spotlight: Perry Colley
This month, we’re thrilled to shine the spotlight on Perry Colley, who has been serving as the Executive Director of our Paducah, Kentucky market since April 2024. With a strong foundation in nursing and clinical care, Perry brings passion, versatility, and a collaborative mindset to his role at Giving Home. After earning his associate’s degree … Read more
Legislation Update: RECA Extended to Include Post-’71 Uranium Workers
Dear Four Corners Residents: We are proud to announce that the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) has officially been revived, expanded, and extended through December 31, 2028, as part of President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” This legislative package change brings new compensation and healthcare benefit opportunities to individuals and families impacted by radiation exposure … Read more
The Importance of Impairment Ratings
If you’ve been approved for a White Card under the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA), you may have heard about something called an impairment rating. While the term may sound clinical or vague, the reality is that this rating could have a real impact on the financial compensation you receive from the … Read more
Employee Spotlight: Ben Hanson
This month, we’re pleased to spotlight Ben Hanson, who was recently promoted from Chief Corporate Development Officer & General Counsel to Chief Operating Officer at Giving Home. In his newly expanded leadership role, Ben continues to guide Giving’s operations with clarity and purpose while bringing a wealth of experience — and a heart for people … Read more
America’s Atomic Legacy: Oak Ridge Gaseous Diffusion Plant (K-25)
Once a massive and highly secretive facility nestled in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, K-25 — later renamed the Oak Ridge Gaseous Diffusion Plant — was a cornerstone of the Manhattan Project and a critical site for uranium enrichment during World War II. Constructed in the 1940s, this facility played a key role in the development of the … Read more
Employee Spotlight: Tommy Meyerson
This month, we’re pleased to spotlight Tommy Meyerson, Executive Director of our Oak Ridge office! Since joining the Giving Home team in November, Tommy has brought passion, purpose, and a deep sense of service to everything he does. Before stepping into his current role, Tommy worked in a variety of different industries, including many impactful … Read more
Employee Spotlight: Alisha Rottger
This month we’re excited to spotlight Alisha Rottger, who serves as a Physician Liaison in our St. Louis, Missouri, office! Alisha joined the Giving Home team almost two years ago, bringing with her six years of involvement with the EEOICPA program and over a decade of caregiving experience. Having grown up in a union family, … Read more
8 Common Myths about the EEOICPA Program
When the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA) was signed into law by President Bill Clinton in 2000, it initially produced uncertainty and adoption of the program was slow. Though the EEOICPA offered free benefits to nuclear workers, many originally believed it would only provide those benefits for just a few years. In … Read more
EEOICPA Program Update: Government Shutdown Concerns
To All Giving Stakeholders – Employees, Caregivers, and, most importantly, Our Patients: We hope this message finds you well. There is a significant amount of recent news coverage andconversations concerning the possibility of a government shutdown this weekend, including discussions concerning how a shutdown may impact the EEOICPA Program (Energy Program). Our goal with this … Read more
Employee Spotlight: Kaitlyn Stanfield
This month, we are excited to spotlight Kaitlyn Stanfield, Manager of Revenue Operations! Kaitlyn is based out of the Austin, Texas, office and has been with Giving for just over a year and a half. In that time, she has made invaluable improvements to the organization’s billing and accounting processes. Kaitlyn originally began her career … Read more
Understanding the EEOICPA Program
The Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA) was enacted in 2000 to provide compensation and medical benefits to workers who became ill due to exposure to hazardous substances while working for the Department of Energy (DOE) or its contractors or subcontractors. Why It Started The EEOICPA was initiated to address the health risks … Read more
Leading with HEART: How Giving Home Health Care Supports DOE Workers and Their Families
For over a decade, Giving Home Health Care has been committed to supporting current and former U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) workers facing health challenges from exposure to hazardous substances. We offer more than just compassionate in-home care; we are dedicated to navigating complex federal compensation programs like the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Act … Read more