Hospice of the Fisher Home

01/03/2026

Our holiday grief support group may have come to a close, but our weekly grief support group continues through the end of January.

If you’re navigating loss, you’re welcome to join us — whether you attend once or come weekly.

🗓 When: Tuesdays, 5:00–6:30 PM
📅 Dates: December 9 – January 27
📍 Where: Forbes Room, Unitarian Society of Northampton
22 Main Street, Northampton, MA

The next one is this Tuesday!

✨ All are welcome. No cost to attend.

12/29/2025

The word “hospice” brings forward ideas about comfort, dignity, pain relief, and emotional support at the end of life.

What doesn’t necessarily come to mind is the paperwork that often arrives at the same time as grief, fear, and exhaustion. We break down the paperwork in our latest blog post, read it by clicking the link

The word “hospice” brings forward ideas about comfort, dignity, pain relief, and emotional support at the end of life. What doesn’t necessarily come to mind is the mountain of paperwork that often arrives at the same time as grief, fear, and exhaustion.Hospice is meant to simplify life not com...

12/23/2025

Proud moment for us 💙 and a great way to end the year!

We’ve earned We Honor Veterans Partner Level Four, recognizing our ongoing commitment to providing compassionate end-of-life care for Veterans.

We're so honored to serve those who have served.

To find out more about our commitment to veterans go to fisherhome.org/veterans

12/22/2025

Sometimes the best gifts are the ones that don't need to be wrapped!

A donation to Hospice of the Fisher Home supports comfort, dignity, and care for families in our community (and can be made in someone’s honor).

👉 Give a gift at

The Fisher Home thrives because we have individuals that care. Even a small donation can go a long way.

12/20/2025

The holidays are about togetherness, but for families facing serious illness or hospice decisions, this season can feel especially heavy.

Every year around the holidays, we reshare this blog post because the questions don’t change:

How do we honor traditions? How do we manage the stress? How do we support someone we love when time feels fragile?

Hospice care during the holidays can actually bring relief — offering comfort, shared caregiving, emotional support, and peace of mind when families need it most.

If you or someone you love is navigating this season, we hope this post brings clarity, reassurance, and a little comfort. 🤍

👉 Read the full blog here:

When we think of the holidays, we think of family coming together! But, this time of year can be difficult for those in hospice or those facing the decision of potential hospice care. This can bring extra stress (during a time that can already feel stressful). It might feel easier to put off hospice...

12/18/2025

Meet Maria Rivera! ✨

Maria has been at the Fisher Home for nearly 15 years, spending each moment committed to the compassion that is at the center of our mission.

She has done nearly every job in hospice, and now serves as our Executive Director. Outside of the Fisher Home, she recently educated nursing students as a clinical instructor at UMass Amherst!

Maria never hesitates to step in when something needs to be done for a patient or their loved one. ❤

12/16/2025

It's impossible to predict the future, but monthly donations make it a little easier.

When we have monthly donations to rely on, we know what to expect and how to prepare for coming months of compassionate care. Whether you donate $5 a month or $50, it makes a huge impact on us and our patients!!

Become a monthly donor at fisherhome.org/donate ❤

12/12/2025

So many families tell us the same thing: “I wish we had called hospice sooner.”

Our newest blog breaks down the five most common things families wish they knew earlier about hospice - from better symptom control, to fewer hospital trips, to the kind of whole-family support that finally lets caregivers exhale.

If your loved one is struggling and you’re wondering when to ask for help, this is a place to start.

Read the full blog "What Families Wish They Knew Earlier About Hospice" at the link below

Most families don’t think seriously about hospice until they’re already exhausted, overwhelmed, or in crisis. We’ve worked and listened to hundreds of caregivers in our near 20 years as a hospice. Comparing their experiences with national data and peer-reviewed research, a clear theme emerged,...

12/08/2025

The holidays can carry extra weight when you’re grieving and you don’t have to carry it alone. 💛 We’re offering two bereavement support groups to help you find comfort among those walking a similar path.

✨ Holiday Grief Support Group: Finding Light Through the Season
A gentle, supportive space to share, listen, and care for yourself during the holidays.
🗓 Tuesdays, 4:00–5:30 PM | Nov. 18 – Dec. 30
📍 Bangs Center, 70 Boltwood Walk, Amherst
Facilitated by Joshua Gregory, M.Div.

✨ Weekly Grief Support Group
Ongoing support for those navigating grief, drop in once or join us weekly.
🗓 Tuesdays, 5:00–6:30 PM | Dec. 9 – Jan. 27
(No group Dec. 23 & 30)
📍 Forbes Room, Unitarian Society of Northampton, 22 Main St.
Hosted by our clinical social work & bereavement counselors

Both groups are open to all and free to attend. For more information go to https://www.fisherhome.org/bereavement ❤ and share this post with someone who may need it.

After the loss of a loved one, those left behind often experience a variety of powerful feelings. These emotions can be overwhelming and isolating. ​

12/06/2025

When we asked our volunteers what their favorite thing about being a part of the Hospice of the Fisher Home is, they all had answers similar to this one: the people!

Our community, including our incredible volunteers, is what makes us who we are ❤

If you're interested in volunteering, applications are open until December 15th! Apply now at fisherhome.org/volunteer

12/05/2025

Our fun Winter display made by a friend for the shop! 🩷❄️🌟🩷❄️🌟