Hospice Volunteers of Hancock County has had the privilege of contributing to a humanitarian effort sending durable medical equipment and supplies to Ukraine. We are humbled and touched by this opportunity, which came through the efforts of the City of Ellsworth to do...
We are delighted to formally introduce our new Office Manager, Beverly Lamoureux - Hooray! For those of you who joined our Annual Meeting, you met Beverly when she presented a Volunteer recognition award, on her eighth day on the job - she’s a good sport. Beverly...
A big Thank You to the following businesses who have purchased our specially-made greeting cards for featuring in their stores: Accents Home Furnishings and Decor, Bangor Blue Hill Books, Blue Hill BookStacks, Bucksport Compass Rose Books, Castine Handworks Gallery, ...
If you missed any of the educational programs in our Spring 2021 Series, you can view the recordings.
Recently, bereavement volunteer Margarita Marnik shared a wonderful idea with hospice staff. We are sharing it here in order to invite your participation. Margarita has noticed that many grieving people share stories of connection with their deceased loved ones...
Much appreciation to all who joined us on September 16 for our celebration of 40 years of Hospice Volunteers serving the residents of Hancock County! Held via Zoom, the meeting took on a much different feel than it might have in another year, but many contributions...
World Alzheimer's Month is the international campaign every September to raise awareness and challenge the stigma that surrounds dementia.The impact of World Alzheimer's Month is growing, but the stigmatization and misinformation that surrounds dementia remains a...
During these trying times, feelings of grief, loss and isolation that many are feeling have grown, and the need for support, understanding and affirmation is high. To provide this needed support, Hospice Volunteers of Hancock County is offering two online support groups, both free of charge and coming right up.
During this unprecedented time of the coronavirus outbreak, we want you to know our organization is healthy at 40 years strong, and we are doing what we need to do to continue serving those who need our care.
Congratulations to the Patient Care Volunteer training Fall Class of 2019!