More than 300 people attended the first annual Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Celebrating Life’s Stories® Butterfly Release on June 18, remembering and honoring their loved ones on the grounds of the Hospice House (324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45420). “Butterflies symbolize…
The Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Pathways of Hope℠ Grief Counseling Center is seeking volunteers for Camp Pathways 2022, a unique experience for children and teens, ages 7-17, who have experienced the death of a loved one. Volunteers are needed to…
The Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Pathways of HopeSM Grief Counseling Center is offering Camp Pathways in 2022, a unique experience for children and teens, ages 7-17, who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or significant grandparent and are…
Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton invites the community to join in Hope for the Holidays, a holiday grief support program, on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2021, at 7 pm, at the Presidential Banquet Center (4572 Presidential Way, Dayton, OH 45459). For those…
The COVID-19 crisis has created an entirely new and different world in which we all have to operate. Just like those experiencing grief and trying to adapt to a world without their loved ones in it, you also need to…
The Pathways of Hope grief counseling staff at Ohio’s Hospice and its affiliates, including Ohio's Hospice of Dayton, continue to provide bereavement services in a variety of safe and approachable ways for patients, families and community members during the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of COVID-19,…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are experiencing grief, even though they may not have experienced the death of a loved one or friend. This is known as a living loss. It is important to identify these symptoms and learn…
“Sometimes I feel like I’m on an emotional roller coaster. There are times when I’m feeling better and seem to be doing OK. Then it seems like out of nowhere, I’m down and feeling overwhelmed. Is this normal?” The emotional…
Having support during the grief process is one of the most important predictors of a healthy grief adjustment. For some people, the presence of supportive family and friends offers sufficient comfort. But many people find it helpful to gather with…
Birthdays, anniversaries and holidays tend to be particularly challenging for the bereaved, painfully triggering memories and longings for times past. Even in the best of times, the holiday season can tax physical, emotional and financial resources. It should come as…