Stories

The Tea Light Candle

The Tea Light Candle

  May 3, 2021

This article is reposted with permission. We thank Gabrielle Elise Jimenez, hospice nurse, end-of-life doula, and conscious dying educator, for sharing her experiences at thehospiceheart.net blog._______________ If you could relive just one moment in your life, what would it be? This is one of the questions from the Death Deck…

A Spotlight on Homeland Hospice Volunteers

A Spotlight on Homeland Hospice Volunteers

  April 22, 2021

In every aspect of its work, Homeland Hospice brings a team approach to care. Volunteers are an essential part of this group. Through their unique talents and open hearts, Homeland Hospice volunteers bring friendship and kindness to patients during their end-of-life journey and comfort to families who have lost loved…

Qualities a Caregiver Should Possess

Qualities a Caregiver Should Possess

  April 14, 2021

By Barbara Goll, BS, Community Education Liaison/Nutritionist Whether you are looking for full-time care, part-time care or occasional respite care, choosing someone to look after your loved one is a stressful process. It goes without saying that you want someone who can manage the details of the job — like…

Thank you to Homeland Social Workers

Thank you to Homeland Social Workers

  March 26, 2021

By Mary Peters, MSW, LSW, Assistant Director of Social Services, Homeland Hospice As my colleagues, friends and family know, I take Social Work month very seriously. I am a social worker by trade and take a lot of pride in what it means to be a social worker. The definition…

Esther Mutua’s Journey Home

Esther Mutua’s Journey Home

  March 8, 2021

Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu once said, “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” For many of us, taking that first step requires the support and guidance of others. Recently, the staff at Homeland Hospice helped Esther Mutua take that first step to secure medical clearance and support…

A Career of Empathy and Kindness: Debbie Klinger to Retire from Homeland Hospice

A Career of Empathy and Kindness: Debbie Klinger to Retire from Homeland Hospice

  February 23, 2021

At the end of February, Debbie Klinger, RN and Director of Homeland Hospice, retired following her nearly eight-year career with the organization. Homeland Hospice is a nonprofit hospice program that serves communities throughout Central Pennsylvania. During her tenure, Debbie has strived to embody the heart and soul of the hospice…

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Bereavement Six Week Support Group

Bereavement Six Week Support Group

April 02, 2024
2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Homeland Hospice Office, Suite 265B, 2300 Vartan Way, Harrisburg

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The Social (Bereavement Event)

The Social (Bereavement Event)

June 07, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Homeland Hospice Office, Suite 265B 2300 Vartan Way, Harrisburg

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Grief Art

Grief Art

July 27, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Homeland Hospice Office, Suite 265B 2300 Vartan Way, Harrisburg

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Coping with the Holidays Workshop

Coping with the Holidays Workshop

November 02, 2024
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Giant Foods Community Room, 3301 Trindle Road, Camp Hill

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