A Holiday Wish Fulfilled

At Hospice Austin, we often witness the power of human connection in its most profound form. Recently, a patient at Hospice Austin’s Christopher House shared a simple but deeply moving wish: he longed to speak with his sister, whom he had lost touch with many years...

Volunteer Spotlight: Tia McCurdy

It’s not hard to find sacred moments at Hospice Austin’s Christopher House, but to have the opportunity to step into the light of a patient’s life is extraordinary. Getting to know a patient and learn about their life is not an everyday occurrence, but rather...

When Grief Meets Hope

Written by: Mary Cate Brown I’m not a grief expert. I’m simply someone who’s lived through loss and found healing—and now I have the privilege of sharing my journey in hopes of reaching others walking a similar path. My personal connection to Hospice Austin began long...

August is Grief Awareness Month

Written by: Avery Esquivel Grief doesn’t always follow the path you expect. Sometimes, it begins long before a loss has occurred. It shows up in quiet moments—while you sit anxiously beside someone you love, knowing they are dying. This kind of grief is called...