Sharing the holidays with loved ones enables us to reconnect and renew relationships that may become remote due to distance, the demands of jobs, parenting responsibilities or a myriad of other reasons. As families gather for the holidays, it is…
5 Easy Ways to Support Our Mission Our mission is to provide every family a compassionate and personalized end-of-life experience that exceeds their expectations. Here are five easy steps you can take to support our mission and benefit patients and…
It was the fun-raiser we were hoping for! Thanks to everyone who came out to support our not-for-profit hospice mission at our Fun Pianos - Traveling Dueling Pianos Show by 176 Keys. With community support at events like Keys of…
The Foundation for Hospice of Central Ohio is marking the 29th year of Light Up a Life this month. Members of the community are invited to join in supporting the hospice mission by making a donation and memorializing a loved one…
Home administrators, nurses and social workers can earn continuing education credits at a day-long educational conference slated by Hospice of Central Ohio for October 3, 2018. The program will begin with registration at 8 am and course offerings from 8:30…
Hospice of Central Ohio, an affiliate of Ohio’s Hospice, is opening a new office location and will celebrate with an Open House Thursday, August 23, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. An official ribbon cutting ceremony will be held…
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…
Hospice of Central Ohio has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval®by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal of Approval is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective…
COLUMBUS, DAYTON & NEWARK, Ohio – To best meet the end-of-life needs of patients, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is creating a new 12-bed inpatient hospice unit at University Hospital that is scheduled to open fall 2018. “A…
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…
Click here for the camp flyer Click here for camp registration form Hospice of Central Ohio has been instrumental in helping kids who have lost a loved one learn how to handle grief for over 20 years. The 21st annual…
March is National Social Work Month and an important time to recognize and express appreciation for the social workers who are central to our Quality of Life Teams. Hospice of Central Ohio social workers help patients and families address the practical and…
Hospice of Central Ohio wants to expand pet therapy programs for patients and families and is seeking more animal owners who are interested in becoming pet therapy companions. Pets have a long-standing history of providing companionship and unconditional love for…
It is one of the beautiful compensations in life that no one can sincerely try to help another without helping himself. …
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…
Kudos to Hospice of Central Ohio volunteer Marilyn Dresser (pictured, center) who was recently honored with the Hospice Caregiver Award by Schoedinger Funeral and Cremation Service. The awards are designed to recognize hospice caregivers who provide patients and families with…
Congratulations to Hospice of Central Ohio Volunteer Services Coordinator Liz Adamshick who was recently honored as the 2017 Outstanding Caregiver Partner by Schoedinger Funeral & Cremation Services in their annual Hospice Caregiver Award ceremony. "Liz works tirelessly to gives her…
Here’s a great New Year’s Resolution to consider – make 2018 the year you complete Advance Directives. Only about one-third of Americans have Advance Directives in place to help guide their loved ones and physicians on their personal preferences for…
The holiday season with traditions, celebrations and gatherings with family and friends is a landscape of painful landmines for those struggling with the death of a loved one. Supporting someone who is grieving during the holidays can be the…
The holiday season can be challenging to those who are grieving the loss of someone close. Holiday rituals and traditions are important symbols of security and family bonds. Because of this, holidays can be both a reminder of the loss of…
