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Carmee Noe on End-of-Life Care
End-of-life care is one of the most stressful events in life, not just for the patient, but for family members as well. We’re fortunate to be able to use our knowledge and skills to help support our own loved ones during a difficult time. Our Clinical Director, Carmee Noe, shares a personal story about a…
Read MoreCelebration of Life
Celebrating life comes in many shapes and forms. When patients come to us, we like to work together to make their last moments special. We work with many families to create a list of songs they enjoy, so patients can listen to their favorite music throughout the end-of-life process. Music, meditation, and other forms of…
Read MoreOur Commitment to You
Death is a situation that no one can completely prepare for. We’re here to support and educate our patients and their loved ones on what to expect during hospice, how to provide end-of-life care, and how to grieve every step of the way.
Read MoreEmbracing Life
One of the special ways our End-of-Life Doula assists patients and their families is by helping them create a legacy project. A legacy project is a gift patients leave behind for loved ones to remember them by. It can be anything from journaling, videos, or something thoughtful that their loved ones can cherish once they’re…
Read MoreWhat Is An End Of Life Doula?
The role of an end of life doula is to educate and empower families to exercise their innate right to care for their own dead. Death midwives or doulas “provide emotional, spiritual, and physical support at an intensely personal and crucial time. They assist people in finding meaning, creating a legacy project, and planning for…
Read MoreRecipe of the Month – White Chocolate-Raspberry Parfaits
1 ½ C raspberries (rinsed and dried) 3 T granulated sugar 1 ½ tsp lemon juice 4 oz white chocolate, chopped 2 C heavy cream 3 T confectioners’ sugar 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 2 C raspberries Shaved white chocolate for garnish Sauce: Combine 1 ½ C raspberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice in a…
Read MoreThe History of Valentine’s Day
Did you know that Valentine’s Day, celebrated on February 14th, was originally part of the Roman festival Lupercalia? Lupercalia was celebrated in the middle of February, beginning on February 13th, and ending on February 15th. The event marked the coming of spring and was a celebration of fertility. It wasn’t until the 5th century that…
Read MoreA Message from the CEO
Hospice Promise would like to celebrate an amazing person’s life. Belinda Brown lost her three-week battle with COVID-19 on January 9th, 2021. Belinda was a mother, a grandmother, a friend, a CNA, and a loyal employee of Hospice Promise. She was one of the longest standing employees of seven years. Belinda was full of life…
Read MoreRecipe of the Month – Sugar Cookie Cutouts
3 C flour ½ T baking powder ½ T baking soda 1 C butter, cut into small pieces 2 eggs 1 C sugar ½ tsp vanilla ¼ tsp nutmeg Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In large mixing bowl combine flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Stir to…
Read MoreBe Someone’s Last Best Friend…
Hospice Promise is looking for caring, compassionate people to provide friendly visits to patients living with a terminal illness. Volunteers offer companionship and support to patients by reading, playing cards, writing letters, going for walks, or assisting with other projects as requested by the patient and team. If you are looking for a rewarding volunteer…
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