by admin | Nov 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
The seemingly unrelenting tragedies of hurricanes and mass shootings is enough to batter the spirit, re-open wounds from past losses and deepen fresh ones. And now the holidays are approaching, making a hard time even worse. For people who have suffered the death of...
by admin | Oct 17, 2017 | Uncategorized
In honor of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, please join Hospice Austin to watch the riveting film “Defining Hope” on Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 7 pm at Regal Arbor 8 Cinema ~ 9828 Great Hills Trail. “Defining Hope” weaves the stories of...
by admin | Oct 11, 2017 | Bereavement
Please join us for Hospice Austin’s Fall Day of Renewal — A Creative & Expressive Exploration of Grief. Saturday, Oct. 21, 9 am – 5 pm Trinity United Methodist Church (4001 Speedway Austin, TX 78751) This special day will include group...
by admin | Oct 10, 2017 | Uncategorized
Hospice Austin knows that animals are a source of comfort for many of our patients and staff members. Join us as we honor the special role of our pets at “A Blessing of the Animals” on Sunday, October 15 at 2 pm. We will gather for a short ceremony and pet blessing in...
by admin | Oct 6, 2017 | Uncategorized
Announcing our Standard Bearer for 2017: Erik Secrest! Years before our organization began a conversation about the RIGHT way Standards of Behavior, Erik was living out those characteristics day after day. For almost 20 years, Erik has served at the “heart” of...
by admin | Oct 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
Introducing our fourth nomination for Standard Bearer of 2017: Peggy Stoll! Peggy is always respectful of others. She listens carefully, thoughtfully, and never interrupts people who are talking to her. She is a life-long learner and is always recommending books...
by admin | Oct 5, 2017 | Hospice, Uncategorized
Our fifth nomination for Standard Bearer of the Year: Brian King! Brian is known to all as being ready to serve, not just our patients, but also his co workers and other staff, as well as our partners in clinical service delivery. It is impossible to find a standard...
by admin | Oct 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
Introducing our third nominee for Standard Bearer of 2017: Nikki Hudnall! LVN Visit Nurse Nikki is always respectful and has a positive attitude. She advocates for patients with passion and determination while being gentle in her approach. She looks for new...
by admin | Oct 3, 2017 | Uncategorized
Introducing our second nominee for Standard Bearer of the Year, Kristin Santiago! Kristin Santiago is a Hospice Austin social worker. She is very dedicated to her job, position, to her team. She is thorough and timely with her visits, information, and care. ...
by admin | Oct 2, 2017 | Uncategorized
It’s been 13 years and counting. My dad passed away somewhat suddenly after being a very active man. The last few days of his life we turned to hospice so we could bring our dad home where he wanted to be. Up to this point, I had no experience or contact with a...
