Christina Anderson

Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care has appointed Christina Anderson as the new director of The Star Hospice House.

Anderson, a Jamestown area native, brings 26 years of experience to the position working with seniors in a skilled nursing facility.

“I am honored to be joining The Star Hospice House team,” said Anderson. “I look forward to working with the staff and volunteers to provide the highest quality of care and support to our residents and their families.”

The Star Hospice House opened in 2022 and provides compassionate end-of-life care to patients with terminal illnesses. As the only residential hospice facility in Chautauqua County, The Star Hospice House was designed to create a comfortable and caring environment for up to five patients at a time, with an attached residence for their family and caregivers.

“We are thrilled to have Christina join our team as the new director of The Star Hospice House,” said Mike Testa, CEO of CHPC. “Her extensive experience in the field and her commitment to excellence in care will be a tremendous asset to our organization.”

Anderson assumed her new role as director of The Star Hospice House on Feb. 21.