Chaplaincy Newsletter Summer 2017
Chaplaincy Health Care Summer Newsletter
What is Hospice Respite Care?
Tri-Cities Chaplaincy Hospice Respite Care Caring for a loved one at the end of life can be both rewarding and incredibly challenging. The emotional and physical demands of caregiving can take a toll on even the most dedicated family members. That's where Tri-Cities...
What Does Spiritual Care Mean for Hospice Care Services?
Hospice care is an all-encompassing service provided at the end of life, designed to offer comprehensive support to patients and their families. When someone enters hospice care, they are supported by a multidisciplinary team that includes healthcare professionals,...
Embracing Community: Tri-Cities Chaplaincy’s “Yay-Day”
Finding time to give back to the community can be challenging in the hustle and bustle of everyday work life. Recognizing this, Tri-Cities Chaplaincy added a "Yay-Day" to the benefit package. This program offers qualifying employees a dedicated day off to volunteer in...
Bereavement Support in Tri-Cities WA: Why Grief Care is Crucial for Adults and Children
Losing a loved one can be one of the most challenging experiences we may encounter in our lives. The pain, sorrow, and overwhelming emotions that come with grief can be overwhelming, especially for both adults and children. In times like these, having the right...
Choosing a Hospice Provider in the Tri-Cities
Finding the right hospice provider is crucial when it comes to providing quality end-of-life care for your loved ones in the Tri-Cities area. With numerous hospice options available across Richland, Pasco, Kennewick, and surrounding areas of Benton and Franklin...
Three Signs Your Loved One Needs Palliative Care
As a hospice provider, our mission is to provide compassionate care for individuals facing serious illness. In this article, we will explore the signs that indicate your loved one may benefit from palliative care. While palliative care may be provided for any...
When is Hospice Care Recommended?
Many people are unsure about hospice care and may delay seeking it, which can impact both patients and their families. In this article, we will explore the different aspects of hospice care, signs indicating the need for it, transitioning to hospice care,...
End of Life Care: What is Hospice Care and Palliative Care?
End of life care is a sensitive and crucial part of a person's journey. It involves providing physical, emotional, and spiritual support to individuals who are approaching the end of their lives. Hospice care and palliative care are two options that offer specialized...
Finding Healing Through Reading: Navigating Grief with Books
Grief can be an overwhelming experience, filled with emotions that are sometimes difficult to understand or process. One way to explore these emotions and gain a deeper understanding of your grief is through reading. Books offer a safe space for you to encounter...
Honoring the Past, Embracing the Future: New Year’s Reflections on Grief
It’s easy to get caught up in New Year's resolutions. The expectations of “new year, new me!” or “this year will be different,” and even, “this year I will…”. One on hand, resolutions can be a great kick-start to something we’ve wanted to change or implement. On the...
Learn more about Hospice House
Located in Kennewick, WA, our Hospice House was built through generous community support in 1996 and is the only Hospice House in Benton and Franklin Counties. The Hospice House has 10 private rooms, where patients and their families can receive care in a comfortable, home-like setting when home is not an option.