Arbor Hospice

11/13/2025

Veterans Supporting Veterans 🇺🇸

At Arbor Hospice, we’re proud to partner with Hospice of Michigan in seeking veteran volunteers to bring comfort, connection, and companionship to fellow veterans in hospice care.

If you’re a veteran looking for a meaningful way to give back, your time and understanding can make a profound impact on patients and families in our community.

📍 Opportunities available in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Lenawee, Livingston, Jackson, and Washtenaw counties.

💻 Learn more or sign up to volunteer: ArborHospice.org/get-involved/

Watch the interview here: www.bigrapidsnews.com/news/article/mecosta-county-nonprofits-community-resources-21138413.php

11/11/2025

At Arbor Hospice, we are proud to recognize and celebrate the service of our nation’s veterans—not just today, but all year long. Through our Veteran Pinning Ceremonies held in care facilities across the region, we take time to thank those who served and ensure they feel the respect and gratitude they so deeply deserve.

Join us in honoring their courage and sacrifice. Learn more about how Arbor Hospice supports veterans through our We Honor Veterans program: ArborHospice.org/honor-veterans/

11/10/2025

🏈🔥 Life’s Big Moments Tailgate + Watch Party!🔥🏈

Get ready for the ultimate Michigan Game Day experience and a celebration with purpose! Join us at Arbor Hospice for an unforgettable afternoon filled with Wolverine spirit, great company, and mouthwatering BBQ from Knights in Ann Arbor. 🍖💙💛

This event brings together good food, football, and community — all to support the compassionate mission of Arbor Hospice.

🎟 Tickets are going fast — register now to save your spot!
👉 https://loom.ly/cNprilA

Life's Big Moments: Where Game Day Meets Compassionate Care While the Wolverines take on Northwestern at Wrigley Field, we’re bringing the spirit of Michigan to Arbor Hospice for a special no-cost tailgate and watch party celebrating the partnerships that power our mission.

11/07/2025

What Is Hospice? Let’s Clear the Air.

For many, the word “hospice” feels scary—but it shouldn’t. Hospice isn’t about giving up. It’s about living with comfort, dignity, and support when a cure is no longer possible.

Here’s what hospice really means:
• Focuses on comfort and quality of life, not just medical treatment
• Care can be provided at home, in a facility, or wherever you feel most comfortable
• Patients still receive expert medical, emotional, and spiritual support
• Families get resources, respite, and guidance—not just the patient
• Choosing hospice earlier often means more time to live fully, not less

🚫 Myths & Fears
• Hospice is only for the very end → Truth: Many patients receive hospice care for months, sometimes longer.
• Hospice means no care → Truth: Hospice is expert care, focused on comfort, not cure.
• Hospice is giving up → Truth: Hospice is about choosing how you want to live during the time that remains.
• Hospice = Living with dignity, comfort, and support. 💙

Learn more at ArborHospice.org/hospice

11/05/2025

🏈 Don’t Miss It: Life’s Big Moments Tailgate + Watch Party! 🏈 All for FREE!

The countdown is on! Saturday, November 15, we’re bringing the *ultimate* Michigan Game Day experience to Arbor Hospice — and you’ll want to be there!

This isn’t just another tailgate — it’s a celebration with purpose, uniting Wolverine pride with the compassion that fuels our mission.

🔥 Here’s what’s waiting for you:
• Big screens to catch every play
• Gourmet tailgate fare + local brews
• Heated tent for cozy game-day vibes
• Inspiring stories from Arbor Hospice leaders & partners

📍 Arbor Hospice | 2366 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor
⏰ Kicks off 90 minutes before kickoff
💛 Pre-registration required – spots are limited!

Together with Michigan Medicine and C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, we’re honoring the champions—donors, volunteers, and supporters—who make compassionate care possible for families across our community.

👉 Pregame with purpose and celebrate with us! Register now!
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/arbhos/event/tailgate2025/

11/01/2025

💜 Special Presentations: Sexual Bereavement Sessions

When a spouse or partner dies, the loss of intimacy can be profound. Join us for a safe, compassionate space to explore ways to cope and heal.

For Women
🗓 Thursday, November 6, 2025 | ⏰ 12–1 p.m.
📞 RSVP: Meredith Hartmann | 734-794-5177
📧 mhartmann@arborhospice.org

For Men
🗓 Thursday, November 20, 2025 | ⏰ 12–1 p.m.
📞 RSVP: Will Gasper | 231-444-3350
📧 wgasper@hom.org

📍 Both sessions will be held online only.

10/22/2025

When is hospice care the right choice for you or your loved one?

If your physician estimates that you or a loved one has about six months left to live if the illness runs its natural course, and the patient agrees to focus on comfort care instead of continuing treatments to cure the disease, the time is right to contact Arbor Hospice.

Many families tell us they wish they had contacted Arbor Hospice sooner. Don’t wait to begin receiving all the support available to improve the comfort and quality of life for your loved one and your entire family.

You can refer yourself or a loved one to Arbor Hospice by calling 888-992-2273, any time of day or night. Or, you can ask the patient’s physician to make a referral to Arbor Hospice.

Find out more: https://arborhospice.org/hospice-care/

10/15/2025

🏈 Life’s Big Moments: Where Game Day Meets Compassionate Care 🏈

On Saturday, November 15, we’re bringing the Michigan spirit to Arbor Hospice for a no-cost tailgate + watch party as the Wolverines take on Northwestern!

What to Expect:
• Big screens to catch every play
• Gourmet tailgate fare + local brews
• A heated tent for cozy game-day vibes
• Inspiring stories from Arbor Hospice leaders & partners

📍 Arbor Hospice | 2366 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor
⏰ 90 minutes before kickoff
💛 Registration required

This isn’t just a game day—it’s a celebration of partnerships and compassion that fuel our mission. Together with Michigan Medicine and C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, we’re honoring the champions—donors, volunteers, and supporters—who make care possible for families across our community.

👉 Pregame with purpose. Celebrate with us. Register today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/arbhos/event/tailgate2025/

10/14/2025

🌿 We’re Hiring: Clinical Director – Arbor Hospice (Ann Arbor, MI)

Arbor Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Director to join our leadership team in Ann Arbor. This full-time, day-shift role provides clinical leadership, oversight, and support for patient care across our Arbor service areas—ensuring quality, compliance, and a world-class experience for patients and families.

Why Join Arbor Hospice?
At Arbor Hospice, we believe in providing more than care—we provide comfort, dignity, and compassion. As part of our team, you’ll help shape meaningful experiences for patients and their loved ones while leading a team dedicated to excellence in hospice and palliative care.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and oversee patient care within assigned regions to ensure quality outcomes and patient/family satisfaction
• Collaborate across teams to improve processes, care delivery, and service outcomes
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
• Mentor, coach, and develop clinical staff and leaders
• Analyze and interpret data to monitor care quality and resource use
• Model Arbor’s values and the C.A.R.E. Service Model (Courtesy, Acknowledgment, Response, Empathy)

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a clinical/administrative field (or enrolled, with completion within 2 years)
• Current RN license in the State of Michigan
• 3+ years of healthcare management experience (5+ preferred)
• 3+ years hospice/home health experience (5–7 years preferred)
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN) preferred
• Strong knowledge of hospice regulatory requirements
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel throughout assigned region; variable hours as needed

What We Offer:
• A mission-driven environment where your leadership truly matters
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A collaborative culture rooted in compassion and excellence

📍 Location: Arbor Hub – Ann Arbor, MI
🕒 Schedule: Full-time, days

If you are a proven leader passionate about hospice and palliative care, we invite you to apply today and make a difference with Arbor Hospice.

👉 Apply now: https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/hom #/job/3928

10/08/2025

We’re so grateful for the incredible Grief Support Volunteers who joined us at Oak Valley on Friday for a special appreciation brunch. 💜

Your compassion, listening hearts, and steady presence bring light and comfort to those finding their way through loss. Thank you for all you do!

If you're ready to make a difference in the community and become a volunteer with Arbor Hospice, head to our website and apply today. https://loom.ly/thk70YM

10/06/2025

Arbor Hospice Fall 2025 Grief Support guide available now!

At Arbor Hospice, we understand the deep impact of losing a loved one. That’s why—together with our partner, Hospice of Michigan—we’re offering a wide range of free grief support programs this fall.

🌿 In-person and virtual options available
🌿 Led by trained grief counselors
🌿 Open to anyone in the community grieving a loss
🌿 Safe, supportive, and judgment-free

Programs include:
💜 Living On support groups (general loss, spouse/partner loss, sudden loss, loss of a parent, young adults, loss of an adult child)
💜 Walking Through Grief (social support + gentle activity)
💜 Men Overcoming Loss
💜 Social Mealtime Groups (Lunch Bunch & Dinner Diners)
💜 Special seminars like “Hope for the Holidays,” “Journey Through Widowhood,” and “A Time to Remember” memorial service

📅 Programs run throughout fall in the Ann Arbor area and virtually.
📌 Registration is required for most groups.

Learn more or sign up by contacting our grief support team:
ArborHospice.org/grief-journey-program/
📞 734-794-5127