Stories
Cheerleader, Friend and Advocate: Employee Spotlight on Laurie Murry
Challenging times can bring out the best or worst in people. Some individuals focus on problems and uncontrollable circumstances, while others find opportunities to share their compassion with others. Laurie Murry, volunteer coordinator for Homeland Hospice, works to find and spread light in the darkest of times. During COVID-19, her…
Blood Pressure Check: First Step for Every HomeHealth Visit
In the United States, nearly 68 million people have hypertension, which is commonly called high blood pressure. If not treated, high blood pressure can lead to heart disease, stroke, congestive heart failure and kidney disease. With one in three people impacted by this disease, understanding its causes and treatment…
Compassionate Bereavement Support During COVID-19
We all need human connections, especially during the journey of grief. A smile or caring embrace from individuals in our support network can provide us courage to share our most intimate feelings of loss, and give us the strength to believe in a better tomorrow. The impact of social…
Remembering Veterans This Memorial Day and Beyond
The last Monday in May is recognized as Memorial Day, a special time to remember soldiers lost in wars and conflicts. Small towns hold parades and families come together for picnics. As a country, the president or vice president lays a wreath at Arlington National Cemetery at the Tomb…
Honoring a Hero During the COVID-19 Crisis
Major Henry “Hank” Heim planned every detail of his funeral. Similar to the funeral of President John F. Kennedy, Hank wanted his final farewell to represent valor, honor and duty with representation from active service members. For Hank, his funeral would be a love-letter to the country he honored…
Words of Wisdom: Green Thing
“The elders are the history and mirror of the living past. Study them to brighten your life and future.” ― Ehsan Sehgal In Celebration of Earth Day … Please enjoy this reprint of wise ponderings from those we hold dear and near. Checking out at the store, and older lady…
Events
Bereavement Six Week Support Group
July 16, 2024
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Homeland Hospice Office, Suite 265B, 2300 Vartan Way, Harrisburg
2024 Homeland Hospice 5K and Memory Walk
September 14, 2024
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Rossmoyne Business Center in Mechanicsburg
The Social (Bereavement Event)
October 25, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Giant Foods Community Room, 3301 Trindle Road, Camp Hill
