Two Hearts As One
For staff members at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, it was heartbreaking. Charles was alone in his room, tears streaming down his face. He longed to see his wife of 63 years. She longed to see him. But her fear of…
Bears, Bears, Bears at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton
No lions. No tigers. But lots and lots of bears, bears, bears. With a mission of visiting and cheering patients, LaSertoma of Dayton Club members and students from Oakwood High School bring stuffed bears monthly to deliver to patients at…
African American Congressional Medal Winner Among Those Honored at American Pride Memorial
Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton has the privilege to serve Veterans every day. Our American Pride program is designed to assure that the unique needs of Veterans are addressed and our American Pride Memorial celebrates those who have sacrificed to assure…
Hospice Nursing Honor Guard Pays Tribute to Nurses
“The concept of honoring nurses who have given themselves to the care of others, was the initial appeal for me. It became more than a concept from the first time I stepped into a patient's home, surrounded and embraced by…
Our Top 10 Social Media Stories of the Year
It's been a wonderful year - from staff recognitions to patients and families sharing life's precious moments, we have enjoyed sharing stories of compassion, joy and success with our community. Here are the top 10 stories from 2016 that you…
Ways to Celebrate the Life of a Loved One this Holiday Season
The holiday season can be challenging to those who are grieving the loss of someone close. Holiday rituals and traditions are important symbols of security and family bonds. Because of this, holidays can be both a reminder of the loss of…
Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Patient Earns Athletic Hall of Fame Honors at Otterbein
Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton and Otterbein College are working together to Celebrate the Life of hospice patient Richard C. West, who will be inducted into the Otterbein College Athletic Hall of Fame on October 15. When staff at Ohio’s Hospice…
Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Joins In Honoring Veterans
Hospice of Dayton, Hospice of Miami County and Community Care Hospice – all affiliates of Ohio’s Hospice – joined together to honor Clinton County Veterans participating in a recent Honor Flight visit to Washington D.C. Almost 80 Veterans and their guardians…
7 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Hospice
Someday you or someone you love is likely to need hospice care. Before you arrive at that day as a crisis, it’s a good idea to consider what is important in choosing who will provide your hospice care. You do…
Stories Resonate When We Need Them Most
“In times of difficulty, we tell the stories again. If there’s a crisis, we tell the stories. It’s a human need; it strengthens our souls." So begins a nuanced discussion about listening and sharing – for patient and care giver…