by Melanie Herron | Nov 1, 2023 | Blog, Festival of Trees, Hospice
From the outside, Hospice of Redmond’s Festival of Trees is a unique event heralding the start of the holiday season. But from the inside, it is so much more. “Not a person walks away without being impacted,” said Andrea Springer, Festival of Trees Coordinator and...
by Melanie Herron | Sep 1, 2023 | Blog, For the Caregiver, Hospice
According to the National Institute of Health, people who are dying want three things: truth, touch, and time. When a friend or loved one receives hospice care, showing your love and support can be difficult. Knowing what to say to provide comfort and peace and...
by Melanie Herron | Aug 1, 2023 | Blog, End of Life Planning, Hospice
People love their pets. The special bond between humans and pets is deep and meaningful for both. Animal lovers agree a pet is never just a pet. It is a member of the family. But when faced with a life-limiting and incapacitating illness, caring for the pet becomes...
by Melanie Herron | Jul 16, 2023 | Blog, End of Life Planning, Hospice
There is one certainty in life, and that is that there are no certainties. Life is unpredictable. No one ever expects to be injured or sick. But emergencies happen every day. Being prepared ensures that your wishes are followed. One area that people don’t often...
by Melanie Herron | Jun 29, 2023 | Blog, For the Caregiver, Hospice
Some people believe you turn to hospice during the last few days of life. But if you ask someone who has had a family member in hospice, they will likely tell you that hospice is what you turn to when you want your loved one to have peace. Anyone with first-hand...
by Melanie Herron | Apr 18, 2023 | Bereavement Support, Blog, Hospice, Hospice Volunteers, Transitions
Ask anyone who has experienced hospice, and they will tell you that the people who work within it make all the difference. Hospice is where people go to live the rest of their life with peace, dignity, and comfort. It takes a team of selfless, caring, and special...
