Hospice of the Piedmont Named Best Place to Work in the Piedmont Triad

We're proud to announce we have been named the winner of the Large Business category in the Triad Business Journal’s 2026 Best Places to Work Awards! Based entirely on employee survey feedback, the award recognizes organizations that excel in creating exceptional workplace experiences and fostering engaged, empowered teams.

Jun 16, 2026

(High Point, NC) — Hospice of the Piedmont has been honored as the winner of the Large Business category of the Triad Business Journal’s 2026 Best Places to Work Awards. This achievement reflects the organization’s deep commitment to creating an outstanding workplace culture for its employees.

As part of the Best Places to Work evaluation process, employees were surveyed anonymously by Quantum Workplace, an independent research firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. Award finalists and winners were selected based on cumulative feedback scores within their respective size categories. Hospice of the Piedmont stood out as the top Large Business (100-299 employees) in the Piedmont Triad.

“Being recognized as a Best Places to Work is an honor for our organization. This award reflects the culture our dedicated team members have built together as well as the values that guide us. I am incredibly proud of all who make Hospice of the Piedmont a great place to work and a trusted care provider,” said Trent Cockerham, Chief Executive Officer of Hospice of the Piedmont.

At the heart of this recognition is a mission that directs every aspect of the organization’s work – connecting individuals and their families to the care they seek, on the terms they choose. This mission not only shapes patient care but also nurtures positive employee experiences by creating a workplace rooted in compassion and purpose.

Hospice of the Piedmont recognizes employees as its greatest asset and emphasizes a supportive environment anchored by four guiding principles: Grow, Inspire, Value and Empower.

The organization is committed to helping team members grow in their careers, while also inspiring them to find personal fulfillment in their roles. Employees are encouraged to recognize the impact and of their contributions, both individually and as part of a larger mission-driven team. This both enhances job satisfaction and strengthens the quality of care delivered to patients and families.

Your entire team was amazing. They are very professional in their work but also have big hearts and it comes through in how they do their work and in their positive attitudes.

- Daughter of patient

Thank you for making your home like her home, warm and comfortable.

- Sister of a patient (in reference to Hospice Home)

Your kindness and efforts go far beyond the patients and extend to their families and friends.

- Family of a patient

Everyone who cared for my wife was, without exception, caring, kind, and exceptionally capable individuals who seemed to truly care about her well-being and care.

- Husband of a patient

Your staff (at Hospice Home) was confident, thoughtful, kind and very loving to my mom. When we couldn’t be there or take care of her needs, you took care of her.

- Son of a patient

My mother spent her last days in your facility. I want to thank you for the gifts you gave to her and our family. The dignity, caring, professionalism, and kindness will remain a bright part of our saying goodbye to our mother.

- Daughter of a patient

My family and I would not have made it without Hospice.

- Daughter of a patient

For many veterans, military service is the most important thing that they have done in their lives.” As part of We Honor Veterans, those patients are now paired with a volunteer who also served in the military and share a common bond.

- Joe Lyons, Hospice volunteer

Thank you for all of your care, concern, education and kindness during Mom’s last year. My grief journey has had a lighter backpack because of Hospice.

- A patient’s daughter

Their touch, their time, their words were the comfort of a lifetime.

- A patient’s family

We were privileged to have the support of (Hospice)…They nurtured and cared for my husband as if he was their only patient.

- Wife of a patient

Me consuela saber que mi esposa tuvo los mejores cuidados gracias a Hospice. La ayudaron a ella y a nuestra familia en todas las maneras posibles.

- Marido de un paciente

I thank God for putting good people in the right job for people like me.

- Patient family member

We were so impressed by your staff and your desire to help us. No one wants to need Hospice, but when a person does, it is a tremendous blessing. Thanks again for the care you gave my dad, and ultimately all of us.

- Daughter of a patient

I would like to say that you have a beautiful Hospice Home. It is so nice and serene. I love the “quiet spots” that you can go to and meditate. Thank you so much in helping make my mother’s last days on this earth a little better and comforting.

- Daughter of a patient