When the inpatient clinical team at Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare mentioned that they were experiencing some discomfort to their ears from wearing masks throughout their shift, Beki McCurdy, manager of volunteer services, immediately sent out an email to all of the…
Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare is looking for crafters to make and donate activity mats for patients. Activity mats are comfort items for patients with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, as they can provide comfort or relief from feelings of anxiety, stress and…
If you are a caregiver caring for a loved one who is facing a life-limiting illness or disease, you know how important it is to protect your loved one from additional illnesses, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Common COVID-19 symptoms…
As temperatures rise during the summer, it is important to take the proper precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke. People ages 65 and older, individuals with pre-existing conditions, and children under 2 years old are…
To ensure that it is providing the best care to patients and families during the COVID-19 pandemic, Ohio’s Hospice is now offering Real-Time Care℠, a telehealth and support tool. Real-Time Care has been helpful to greatly reduce exposure to COVID-19 and maintain social distancing, while continuing to deliver care. …
Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare is hosting its 11th annual Camp Waves of Emotion, a grief camp for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one, Aug. 5-7, 1:30-4:30 pm, at its Wooster office (1900 Akron Rd., Wooster, OH 44691). Camp Waves of Emotion…
Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare is hosting a grief workshop, “When Healing Is Difficult: Complicated Grief,” on Monday, Aug. 3, at 5 pm., at its Wooster office (1900 Akron Rd., Wooster, OH 44691). Led by David Hargrave, LSW, CTP, bereavement counseling professional with Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare, the bereavement workshop is for those who are…
Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare has rescheduled its bereavement workshop, “Always My Child: Parent Grief,” for Monday, July 13, at 5 pm, at its Wooster office (1900 Akron Rd., Wooster, OH 44691). Led by David Hargrave, LSW, CTP, bereavement counseling professional with Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare, the event will identify and…
Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare was awarded the WorthyWorks Award by the Wayne County Community Foundation and the Orrville Area Chamber of Commerce. Sara Patton, executive director of the Wayne County Community Foundation, presented Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare with the award. Each year, the WorthyWorks Award honors two local not-for-profit organizations that make an impact in…
Through SAGECare training, Ohio’s Hospice’s care teams and leadership have the knowledge base, understanding and tools they need to ensure that the LGBTQ community feels welcome. Ohio’s Hospice earned Platinum certification in 2019 through SAGECare, which provides training and consulting on LGBTQ aging issues to service providers. This…
