Hospice of North Idaho

11/28/2025

It’s that time of year… 🎄✨

We recently had a big job on our campus this year that needed multiple hands on deck. With the winter months approaching and our Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony coming up on December 4th, we needed help hanging our outdoor Christmas lights on our trees and raking up the fall leaves! 🍂

Big THANK YOU to Rotary Club of Coeur d'Alene for donating your time to make our campus truly light up! 🌟

11/28/2025

November is National Children’s Grief Awareness Month, a time to recognize and support grieving children and teens—like those who find healing and connection at Hospice of North Idaho’s Camp Kaniksu. ☀️

Did you know...
Hospice of North Idaho proudly offers Camp Kaniksu, a FREE, 3-day (1-night) camp for youth ages 6–16 who have experienced the death of someone significant in their lives.

Campers come together in a safe, supportive environment to:
✨ Build friendships
✨ Enjoy traditional camp fun
✨ Explore creative and therapeutic grief activities
✨ Learn healthy ways to express and understand their emotions

If you know a child or teen who could benefit, we’re here to help.

🔗 Learn more: https://hospiceofnorthidaho.org/camp-kaniksu/

Camp Kaniksu is a 3 day, 1 overnight, grief camp experience, youth ages 6-16, are invited into a safe and supportive environment where they will be surrounde...

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Hospice of North Idaho! 🦃🍂

This Thanksgiving, we pause to reflect on the gift of gratitude. We are thankful for our patients, families, dedicated staff, volunteers, and the wonderful community that supports us every day.

Your trust and compassion allow us to provide care, comfort, and support to those who need it most. From all of us at HONI, thank you, and may your holiday be filled with warmth, love, and togetherness. 🍁

11/26/2025

🍂 Thanksgiving Holiday Closure 🍂

In observance of Thanksgiving, Hospice of North Idaho offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27th, and Friday, November 28th closing at 3pm. Schneidmiller House is open 24/7 for visitation.

We wish our patients, families, staff, and community a safe and warm holiday surrounded by loved ones. 🧡

11/25/2025

What an Honor! 🌟

We are incredibly grateful to be nominated for Nonprofit of the Year by the Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber!

This nomination means so much to our team and to the dedicated volunteers who pour their hearts into serving our community. Being recognized alongside so many inspiring businesses and organizations reminds us why we do this work every single day.

Thank you to the CDA Chamber for this incredible honor, and thank you to everyone who continues to believe in our mission and the impact we strive to make. 💙🕊️

11/24/2025

You're Invited to the 44th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony ✨

December 4, 2025
4:30 PM & 6:00 PM Ceremonies
Hospice of North Idaho Community Services Building
2290 W. Prairie Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815

The Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony provides a comforting space to reflect on the love we shared through comforting words, calming music, and a meaningful luminary walk around the Hospice of North Idaho Community Campus. 🕯️

We are offering TWO ceremony times. Please reserve the time slot you intend to attend through the ticketing feature. Space is limited.

This is an indoor/outdoor event. We recommend bringing warm clothes for the Luminary Walk. ❄️

FREE EVENT - Registration Required https://one.bidpal.net/treelighting2025/ticketing

11/20/2025

Forgotten Grievers: Supporting Kids and Teens
By Abigail Briggs, LMSW

“…suffering completely fills the human soul and conscious mind, no matter whether the suffering is great or little.” — Viktor Frankl

Grief isn’t just an adult experience. Children and teens feel loss deeply, sometimes in ways that are harder to recognize. Even infants sense the absence of someone important.

Dr. Alan Wolfelt refers to children as “the forgotten mourners” because, often, adults try to shield them from pain. While we want to protect them, we can also be the ones who help them find moments of joy and connection within their grief.

Kids often communicate their feelings through actions rather than words. They may exhibit regression, disorganization, acting-out behaviors, guilt, fear, sadness, or even a lack of emotional response. That’s why it’s so important for caring adults to create safe spaces for kids to express, process, and heal.

“Grieving is a journey that teaches us how to love in a new way.” — Tom Attig

💙For more information about our grief support services, visit our website: https://hospiceofnorthidaho.org/grief-and-loss/

11/20/2025

💎Thank you to our Sapphire Sponsor: Coldwell Banker Schneidmiller Realty

Raise a glass with us as we celebrate 45 Years of Care at Hospice of North Idaho’s 41st Annual Wine Taste and Auction: The Sapphire Ball 💎

📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 5:00 PM
📍The Coeur d'Alene Golf & Spa Resort

🎟️𝐁𝐔𝐘 𝐀 𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐓: Use the code “EARLYBIRD2026” at checkout for $15 off your ticket until 12/31!

✈️𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐑𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐋𝐄: Win a customizable trip to use when and where you choose! This prize can include round-trip airfare for two with 5-star hotel accommodations. Open to the public. Only 500 tickets are available (you do not need to be present to win).

🏨𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝐀 𝐑𝐎𝐎𝐌: Make a night of it and book a room at The Coeur d’Alene Resort for a discounted rate. Room rates range from $135 - $195 (before tax) with multiple accommodations for Wine Taste guests. Call The Coeur d’Alene Resort to check availability, (208) 209-5031

🍷𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: www.hospicewinetaste.org

Our Hospice Wine Taste and Auction supports our nonprofit’s charitable mission and care in Kootenai, Shoshone, Benewah, and South Bonner counties.

Let’s make this a night to remember — cheers to 45 years of care and compassion! 🥂

11/14/2025

Happy Nurse Practitioner Week! 🌟

This week, we proudly celebrate our incredible Nurse Practitioners at Hospice of North Idaho.

Our NPs bring exceptional skill, compassion, and dedication to every patient and family they serve. They guide care with expertise, advocate with heart, and ensure each person’s journey is met with comfort, dignity, and respect.

We are deeply grateful for the knowledge they share, the support they provide, and the commitment they show to our mission every single day.💙