Hospice Patients & the COVID-19 Vaccine
It has been one year since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and with the vaccine finally accessible to the public, the end might just...
National Heart Month
When you think of the month of February, the first thought that usually comes to mind is Valentine’s Day. A day to celebrate loved ones...
Black History Month
February is Black History Month. Join Hope Hospice as we honor the sacrifices, contributions, and achievements African Americans have...
New Year Reflections & Resolutions
The start of a new year is a time for reflection on the past year and a preparation for the new one. It’s a time where achievements are...
COVID-19 Vaccine Facts
What you need to know: 1. You need TWO doses of the Covid-19 vaccine. a. In order to be the most effective, a second dose 3-4 weeks after...
HOPE Hospice Recognized as a We Honor Veterans Partner
(Palatine, Illinois)— It may surprise many people to learn that 25 percent of those who die every year in the U.S. are Veterans. To help...
How a brother copes with the death of his sister
When Orlando’s older sister, Maria, passed away in June, Orlando was inconsolable. Orlando had been by Maria’s side since he was 17 years...
Why Hospice Care?
What exactly is hospice care? Hospice or end-of-life care, is the care that individuals choose to receive when they no longer wish for...
Stages of Grief
Nothing can ever prepare you for the death of a loved one. And even after your loved one passes away, there will continue to be emotions...
The ‘Thank Yous’
When asked why I work in hospice care, my answer is always, “I want to be able to make a difference and be there for people when they...
