by Melanie Herron | Nov 1, 2022 | Blog, Veterans
At Hospice of Redmond, we believe that honoring Veterans is a part of our culture. Every year, there is a pilgrimage to Washington, DC. Airports from all parts of the country carry special cargo bound for our nation’s capital. The special cargo they carry are American...
by Melanie Herron | Oct 25, 2022 | Blog, End of Life Planning, For the Caregiver, Hospice
When a person enters hospice, their time in service can range from days to weeks to months and even years. The hospice team is committed to meeting the patient’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs throughout this duration. But there is a particular person...
by Melanie Herron | Aug 30, 2022 | Bereavement Support, Blog, End of Life Planning, For the Caregiver, Hospice
Being comfortable is the top priority when faced with a terminal illness and no longer seeking curative treatments. Comfort is a place where peace exists. Hospice is the place people turn to when they want peace, comfort, and quality care that is delivered on their...
by Melanie Herron | Jul 28, 2022 | Blog, End of Life Planning, For the Caregiver, Transitions
Everyone needs help at some point in life. But as humans, we sometimes have difficulty asking for it or knowing where support is available. A special program at Hospice of Redmond focuses on helping aging seniors and people facing a life-threatening illness or...
by Melanie Herron | Jul 22, 2022 | Bereavement Support, Blog, Camp Sunrise
The phrase, “I want to come back again next weekend,” is music to the ears of outgoing Bereavement Coordinator Diane Kellstrom and her newly appointed replacement, Kat Rachman. “We were initially concerned that the kids wouldn’t open up without the overnights,” said...
