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About Forbes Hospice

Mark Schmidt, ACSW, LSW

Hospice Counselor


Length of time with Forbes Hospice: Since 2004
Prior to 2004, 3 years with health system

What constitutes good hospice care?
It’s the people and the experience that they bring.

Background:

  • University of Pittsburgh, MSW, ACSW Accreditation
  • Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Pennsylvania
  • Grove City College, BA
  • Began as a masters level social work student with Forbes Hospice in 1985-86. Social worker in the health care field with local hospitals and home health emphasis for 24 years. Also worked in Oncology.

Committees/memberships:

  • NASW
  • Elks (BPOE), Rochester, PA-Chaplain and Officer
  • PA Elks, West District Chaplain