"Finding Hope through the Holidays" Helps Those Who Have Lost a Loved One For those who are experiencing their first holiday following the loss of a loved one, the emotions of the holiday season can be overwhelming. Pathways of Hope…
It is flu season again. It is especially important for those caring for loved ones with chronic illnesses to avoid the flu virus. Caregivers may themselves experience compromised immune systems due to lack of rest and stress. If they contract…
OUR MISSION: To celebrate the lives of those we have the privilege of serving by providing superior care and superior services to each patient and family. Here are five easy steps you can take to support our mission and benefit…
A new study finds that heart failure patients in hospice care have fewer emergency room visits and hospitalizations. The most recent American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association heart failure guidelines now recommends palliative/hospice care referral for end-stage heart failure. Patients…
Paul Butler calls them “my Vets.” As a Vietnam-era Veteran volunteering with the American Pride Program, Paul finds personal fulfillment in celebrating and honoring the service of others who have shared time in uniform. “I learned about the American Pride…
Loneliness is not to be taken lightly. While everyone feels lonely and socially isolated sometimes, those who live in a persistently lonely state are subject to increased levels of stress and health problems that can be downright deadly. As a…
Roller Haven will hold a “Back to School” skating party to benefit Ohio’s Hospice of Fayette County. Slated for Wednesday, August 8 from 6 to 8:30 pm, the skating party is geared toward elementary aged children who are invited to…
Ohio’s Hospice of Fayette County expresses gratitude for the overwhelming community support and to community sponsors who helped generate participation of over 450 people in the Hike for Hospice. The recent Walk marked the 30th anniversary of the annual event.…
Grief can set in at the most inconvenient of times. During a business meeting, all it took was one look at your coworker’s butterfly mug, and you’re remembering your mother giving you the nickname “Butterfly." You choke back tears, hoping…
Ohio’s Hospice of Fayette County recently received a generous legacy gift from the estate of Ivy Nell Forstall (1923-2017), a long-time supporter and volunteer. Nell was originally from the New Orleans, Louisiana area and came to Fayette County to live…
