“One person caring about another, represents life’s greatest value.”
We are continually evolving in our goal of providing needed funds for patients and their families, making a significant difference at pivotal points in their lives. Whether providing monies for patient medication or special equipment, respite care for caregivers, or bereavement counseling for children and adults, Friends of Hospice touches the lives of many in our community. We provide funds for:
Direct support of Hospice Providers and Patients:
• Funds to support all services, including charity care
• Special needs support for pet care, gas cards, meal vouchers, gift cards, movie tickets to be provided for families in need
• Support for “No one dies alone” that provides bedside vigils for patients during their last 24-48 hours of life
• Medication or special equipment for some patients
• Caregiver respite funds
• Special veterans support to honor military families
• Recording patient’s life stories for families
• Funding for treatments such as aromatherapy, music therapy and acupuncture
At the Ray Hickey or Richard Nau Hospice Houses:
• Refrigerator and flat screen TV for the family room
• New patient recliners and mattresses
• Upgraded kitchen and funds for family meals
• Fresh flowers each week, donated by Garside Florists
Funding Bereavement Programs:
• Counseling for the entire family from children through adults
• Support for those experiencing the loss of a beloved pet
• Bereavement retreats for families to work through grieving process
• Monthly mailings that support grieving families through the first year after loss