Alfonso Montiel, CEO of SilverStone Hospice, shares his transformative journey into end-of-life care, inspired by his volunteer work and personal experiences with patients like Harry, an elderly opera lover who had no family and was comforted by Montiel’s simple act of sharing an iced coffee. Montiel, whose career spans private equity and strategy, was drawn to hospice after the death of his uncle and a search for a way to offer support to the dying. His company’s No One Dies Alone Program is centered on being present for patients in their final moments, offering not just medical care but also emotional, spiritual, and psychological support. Through compassionate, life-affirming care, Montiel believes hospice can extend life and help patients die with dignity, surrounded by love. This approach emphasizes the importance of timely hospice care, understanding patient wishes, and providing a holistic, person-centered experience in the comfort of home. Montiel sees this work as profoundly enriching, expanding the definition of self and demonstrating the deep connection between grief, love, and the human experience at the end of life.
