LAKEPORT, Calif. – Hospice Services of Lake County announced that Corrigan Gommenginger has assumed the position of executive director following the retirement of Anja Koot in December.

Gommenginger has worked in the health care industry for nearly a decade, most recently as the executive director of a hospice in western Washington.

He enjoys the challenges presented by constant change in the health care industry and is dedicated to increasing services to the community. 

During his tenure at the Washington hospice, Gommenginger successfully implemented new community programs and expanded caregiver services through a nonmedical homecare program.

He served on the board of directors for Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, its certificate of need task force, the public policy and finance committees.

His background extends to accounting and finance and he earned the Certified Hospice Administrator accreditation in 2014.

Born and raised in a rural community in northwest Montana, Gommenginger enjoys hiking, cycling and fishing.

He and his partner, Dave, and their two pet corgis are relocating to Lake County and looking forward to enjoying the natural treasures that Lake County offers.

He may be reached at 707-263-6222.

For more information about Hospice Services of Lake County, visit http://www.lakecountyhospice.org/ .