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Bereavement care is the essential family benefit employers are missing, and we have the answer
Bereavement care is an essential part of family care, but employee benefits aren't keeping up. The majority of employees are seeking better benefits, flexibility, and support from their employers, and that’s where Betterleave bridges that gap. We provide the resources and tools employers need to support their team, while supporting the employees and their families through their entire bereavement journey. Betterleave offers personalized assistance, self-serve, and resource groups that cover the full spectrum of bereavement care, across work and life.
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Support Parks, Adopt a Highway, and Other Ways to Create a Living Memorial
If you are looking for unique ways to create a living Memorial, you can pick from popular options like Adopt A Highway or supporting state parks all the way down to more creative ways to celebrate your loved one.
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What to Do When Someone Dies: A Checklist
A clear, compassionate checklist to help you navigate the logistics after a loved one dies — from urgent tasks to estate and digital account management.
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Betterleave Weekly Support Group
Join our free virtual grief support group, led by grief coach and doula Sarah Miller, CMS-CHt, FIBH. Whether you’re anticipating loss, just beginning to process a loss or have been carrying it for years - drop in Tuesdays at 7pm CST. No commitment required.
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Hospice News: Unlocking Growth Through Family Caregiver Engagement
This article is based on a discussion with Cara McCarty Abbott, Founder and CEO at Betterleave; Sara Nigro, Director of Partnerships at BetterRX; and Lloyd Wilson, CEO at Sonder Hospice & Palliative Care. This discussion took place on April 10, 2025, at the Hospice News ELEVATE Conference.
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Bonfire's Rise 50: Betterleave recognized as a top fifty purpose driven startup
Betterleave is an Austin-based digital health startup dedicated to transforming the post-acute family caregiver experience through technology and compassionate support. Recognized in 2025 as one of the top 50 purpose-driven startups by Bonfire, Betterleave stands out for its commitment to improving the lives of families navigating serious illness, grief and loss .
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BeyondFaith Hospice Partners with Betterleave to Enhance Family Caregiver Support
Betterleave has partnered with BeyondFaith Hospice to expand compassionate, text-based support for families across Texas. Through this collaboration, families will receive timely, accessible communication and grief resources, strengthening BeyondFaith’s commitment to whole-person care before, during, and after end-of-life.
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Betterleave Awarded “CHAP Verified" Seal 
Betterleave has been awarded CHAP Verified status by the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP). This designation recognizes Betterleave as a proven tool for community-based care providers, ensuring alignment with CHAP’s Standards of Excellence and supporting high-quality care delivery.
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MedCity News: Family Caregivers Deserve to be a Valued Part of the Healthcare Continuum
Family caregivers are vital to hospice care, directly impacting patient outcomes and family well-being. However, without proper support, caregivers and hospice providers face challenges like poor ratings and reduced satisfaction. Investing in caregiver support, innovative technology, and legislative solutions can improve care, boost provider ratings, and ensure dignity for patients. Prioritizing caregiver needs strengthens families and enhances the overall hospice experience.
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Betterleave and Chesapeake Regional Healthcare Partner to Advance Family Caregiver Support 
Chesapeake’s comprehensive palliative, home health and hospice service lines use Betterleave to enhance its family caregiver support as part of its ongoing dedication to high-quality care; on November 16 will host its Annual Hospice Memorial Service
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