by CIRCLEadmin | Sep 25, 2017 | Uncategorized
Circle of Life will host its first annual Wave of Light Ceremony for those in the community who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss. The candle lighting service brings together those who have grieved the loss of a child in a ceremony of unity. The day is...
by CIRCLEadmin | Aug 29, 2017 | Grief, Legacy
Circle of Life invites the community to join their annual memorial service on Sunday, October 1. The service celebrates the lives of those who were cared for by hospice. “Each year the service brings community members together to support each other through the...
by CIRCLEadmin | Jun 20, 2017 | Hospice Care, team
Hospice care is a set of specialty services designed specifically for individuals with late-stage illnesses and their loved ones, and includes medical, emotional, spiritual and grief support. Despite its many advantages, for both patients and their families, hospice...
by CIRCLEadmin | Mar 7, 2017 | Hospice Care, team
March is National Social Workers month and we figured one of the best ways to celebrate is to share an article about the Social Worker role in hospice. Hospice provides quality, dignified and compassionate care for a person and their loved ones during a person’s final...
by CIRCLEadmin | Feb 21, 2017 | Help, Hospice Care, Understanding
Hospice care is a set of specialty services designed specifically for individuals with late-stage illnesses and their loved ones, and includes medical, emotional, spiritual and grief support. Despite its many advantages, for both patients and their families, hospice...
by CIRCLEadmin | Jan 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
It’s become a common question now, and if you’ve been admitted to a hospital lately or have had a visit to the emergency room you have most likely had someone ask you if you have a Living Will. Why is that? Well, your doctor can tell you what’s going...
by CIRCLEadmin | Jan 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
Catherine Grubbs was recently appointed Chief Executive Officer for Circle of Life Hospice by the Board of Directors, succeeding former CEO, Mary McKinney. Hector Gonzalez, Board Chair stated, “On behalf of the Board, we are incredibly appreciative of Mary’s...
by CIRCLEadmin | Dec 21, 2016 | Hospice Care
HOME: During the holidays, it’s where family gathers, traditions are honored, and memories are made. And if a loved one needs hospice care, it can be an ideal setting—surrounded by love and familiarity. From the comfort of bed or a favorite armchair, a patient with a...
by CIRCLEadmin | Nov 1, 2016 | Help, Hospice Care
A common misconception of hospice care is people on hospice are lying in a bed, waiting to die. Even 40 years after the hospice movement began in the United States, many still equate hospice with “giving up.” Hospice care serves as a valid health care option for...
by CIRCLEadmin | Aug 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
At Circle of Life Hospice, we love our volunteers! They are a critical part of our care team, serving our patients and families in both direct care and supporting roles. They generously give their time and talents to help in so many ways. The reasons people volunteer...