New Year Reset
A New Year Reset: Honoring the Past, Embracing the Present As the calendar turns and a new year begins, many of us are drawn to the idea of a “reset”—a chance to reflect, renew, and look ahead with intention. For those touched by hospice—whether as a patient, caregiver, or someone grieving the loss of a […]
Giving: Meaningful Gifts During the Holidays in Hospice
The holiday season is often filled with the warmth of giving—selecting thoughtful gifts, wrapping them with care, and watching loved ones light up with appreciation. But for families walking the hospice journey, gift-giving can take on a different tone. Time may feel fragile, energy may be limited, and priorities shift from material things to meaningful […]
Managing Grief When It Comes in Bursts: A Gentle Guide
Grief is not linear. It doesn’t follow a calendar, obey the passage of time, or soften on a predictable schedule. Often, it comes in waves—suddenly and without warning. Just when you think you’re “doing okay,” a memory, a scent, a song, or an unexpected moment can bring the loss back to the surface with surprising […]
Thriving…In the Midst of Grief
Life circumstances are HARD! Sit with that for a minute. As hospice workers, we experience grief daily in our professional lives. We are allowed to enter into that sacred space with families as they say ‘good-bye’ to their loved ones. Our hope is to encourage, support, and remind them that the feelings you experience are […]