Big Bend Hospice and its parent organization, Seven Oaks Health, proudly hosted the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new Seven Oaks Health Mobile Medical Unit, a milestone initiative made possible through funding from the Florida Department of Health. The event was held at Big Bend Hospice’s main campus, located at 1723 Mahan Center Blvd. in Tallahassee, and welcomed community partners, healthcare leaders, and supporters. Guests enjoyed a morning reception from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by the official ribbon cutting at 11:00 a.m., marking the beginning of a new chapter in expanding access to compassionate care across the region.
The core purpose of the newly launched mobile unit is to expand access to end-of-life and palliative care services throughout the region. It will also serve as a vital connection to Transitions Supportive Care, a program that provides specialized support to individuals living with chronic or life-limiting illnesses, and offer education on hospice services to help individuals and families better understand their options.
“Today marks a truly meaningful milestone as we unveil our promise—a promise that no matter where someone lives, whether in the heart of our city or the most rural corner of our region, they deserve access to the compassionate care that hospice and palliative services provide,” said Amanda Gustafson, Chief Operating Officer of Big Bend Hospice.
The event included remarks from leadership at Big Bend Hospice and Seven Oaks Health, along with healthcare partners and distinguished guests. Attendees included Representative Gallop Franklin II, Representative Allison Tant, and Senator Corey Simon, all of whom have been strong advocates for this project. Representative Jason Shoaf and Congressman Neal Dunn also played a vital role in securing funding for the Mobile Medical Unit, helping make this important initiative a reality for the Big Bend region.
“This ribbon cutting was a wonderful celebration of what can be achieved when a community comes together to meet its needs,” said Kenneth Pratt, Vice Chairman of Big Bend Hospice Board of Directors.
“We are honored to have worked with our Leon County Legislative Delegation and the Florida Department of Health to bring this Mobile Medical Unit to the Big Bend area. Whether providing life changing health education or simply checking vital signs, this unit expands our reach and impact across the community.”
Big Bend Hospice and Seven Oaks Health remain committed to meeting people where they are, bringing hope, help, and healing to every corner of the region.