SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (April 8, 2021)—Wilshire Health and Community Services welcomes Madeline Thompson as its Clinical Director of Home Health and Hospice. This new role will include clinical oversight, management and development of critical services and programs at Wilshire Home Health and Wilshire Hospice. 

“With her years in many diverse settings, we are pleased to add such a promising addition to the Wilshire team as we continue to grow and innovate on the Central Coast,” said Laurie Smith, vice president for home health & hospice services. “In addition to her clinical and management experience, most importantly, Madeline is one whose personal value set aligns very closely with Wilshire’s mission and values.”

Thompson joins Wilshire with more than 35 years of experience in nursing and health care management. She has extensive experience in management and skilled care of adult patients with acute and chronic conditions in the home and hospital setting. Most recently she was the Director of Patient Care Services at Assisted Home Care in Santa Barbara. Prior to her relocation to San Luis Obispo she also served in clinical and management roles at well-known health care organizations including Kaiser Permanente, Cottage Hospital and Meditech.  

Thompson holds an Associate in Science degree from Victor Valley College and a Bachelor of Science degree from Grand Canyon University. She is also a WTA Wound Treatment Associate, as she is part of the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society.  As such, she is deeply committed to continued education and passionate about volunteer work within her community.

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