Our Hospice of South Central Indiana

01/02/2026

Better Together Podcast: Highlights From 2025

As we begin a new year, this special episode of Better Together looks back at the meaningful conversations from our first 17 episodes. From reflections on history and growth to stories of compassion, service, and what matters most, this year in review highlights the voices and moments that shaped the podcast in 2025.

As we reflect, we also look ahead. These conversations remind us not only of where we have been, but where we are going—and that the best is yet to come. Join us as we revisit key insights, memorable moments, and the themes that continue to guide the work and mission of Our Hospice—Making Every Moment Count.

Listen now at ourhospice.org/podcast.

01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉

Wishing you peace, comfort, and hope as we welcome 2026.

12/26/2025

New Better Together Podcast Episode!

In Part 2 of our conversation with Sandy Carmichael, we continue exploring the early years of hospice and the experiences that shaped its foundation. Sandy reflects on building hospice during a time of growth and change, the importance of advocacy and leadership, and the role community support played in making that work possible.

This episode continues the Honoring the Past, Rebuilding the Future series and highlights how those early efforts continue to influence the work being done today.

Listen now at ourhospice.org/podcast or on YouTube, Spotify or Apple.

12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Our Hospice! ✨🎄

12/22/2025

New Podcast Episode: Grief During the Holidays

The holidays can be a difficult time for those who are grieving, often bringing a mix of memories, emotions, and expectations. In this new episode of the Better Together Podcast, President and host Steph Cain is joined by Paula Neibert, LSW, Bereavement Specialist at Our Hospice, for a compassionate conversation about navigating grief during the holiday season.

Paula shares thoughtful insight from her work coordinating bereavement programs at Our Hospice, along with practical guidance and gentle encouragement for honoring loved ones while caring for yourself. This episode offers comfort, understanding, and a reminder that support is available during even the most challenging times.

Listen now at ourhospice.org/podcast.

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12/12/2025

New Better Together Podcast Episode Out Now!

Episode 15 of the Better Together Podcast continues our "Honoring the Past, Rebuilding the Future" series with a special two-part conversation featuring Sandy Carmichael, one of our founders and first leader of Our Hospice.

In Part 1, Sandy reflects on the earliest days of hospice in our community—sharing stories of grassroots efforts, education, fundraising, and the relationships that helped shape Our Hospice from the very beginning. Her insights offer a meaningful look at the foundation that made today’s care possible.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where the conversation continues as Sandy shares more about the growth of hospice care, advocacy at the state and national level, and the lasting legacy of those early efforts.

Listen Now at www.⁠ourhospice.org/podcast

12/10/2025

🌼 Celebrating Our Daisy Award Recipients! 🌼

The DAISY Award is an international recognition given to nurses who show extraordinary compassion, clinical excellence, and kindness — going above and beyond the call of duty to care for patients and families.

We are proud to recognize Lexi Mings, RNCM, and Kylie Balting, RNCM, as this year’s Daisy Award recipients. Their exceptional nursing care, clinical skill, and heartfelt compassion embody the mission of Our Hospice.

🌼 Lexi Mings, RNCM

A family member shared:
“Lexi was the one person who could ALWAYS get my mom to smile. She was gentle, never rushed, and her knowledge and expertise were a blessing. We are thankful we had Lexi as our ‘Angel.’”

🌼 Kylie Balting, RNCM

A nominator described her impact:
“Kylie made a profound difference for our family. She guided us with compassion, dignity, patience, and grace. We are forever grateful for the comfort she brought.”

Lexi and Kylie show us what matters most — compassionate, personalized care that meets each patient and family exactly where they are. Their presence, skill, and heartfelt dedication make a profound difference in the moments that matter, and we are grateful for the way they live out our mission every day.

12/09/2025

🐝 Celebrating Our Bee Award Recipients! 🐝

We are delighted to recognize Ginger Sims and Kristina Caplinger as this year’s Bee Award recipients. Their compassion, dedication, and joyful presence embody the heart of Our Hospice.

The Bee Award honors outstanding non-clinical team members whose service makes a meaningful difference for our patients and their families.

🐝 Ginger Sims – Home Health Aide

Ginger’s care left a profound impact on the family of a patient she served. One family member shared:

“From the first day Ginger arrived, she put us all at ease. Judy’s face lit up every time she walked into the room.”

Her wholehearted commitment brought comfort, trust, and peace during sacred moments of care.

🐝 Kristina Caplinger – Home Health Aide

Kristina’s gentle presence has made a remarkable difference as well. A nomination noted:

“She is so good with Eula. She takes gentle care with her and is always smiling.”

Her kindness shines through in every interaction.

Thank you, Ginger and Kristina, for helping us Make Every Moment Count for our patients and their loved ones. We are truly Better Together. 🐝

12/09/2025

Join us for an unforgettable Night in Italy at the 28th Annual Jennings County Gala on Saturday, February 7, 2026! Enjoy dinner, auctions, music, and the crowning of the 2026 King & Queen—all supporting compassionate, personalized care in the Jennings County area. Learn more, purchase tickets, or vote for your King & Queen candidates at ourhospice.org/gala.

12/05/2025

🎙️ New Episode of our Better Together Podcast!

In Part 2 of our Honoring the Past, Rebuilding the Future series, we sit down with Hutch Shumaker —a well-known community member, longtime volunteer, donor, and legacy board member who has been connected to Our Hospice for more than four decades.

Hutch shares how a simple flyer and a $100 check led him into one of the very first volunteer classes, beginning years of meaningful work alongside patients and their loved ones. He reflects on memorable home visits, early traditions like Christmas caroling, and the beginnings of the Hospice Concert that many in our community know and love today.

Hutch’s stories offer a meaningful look at how Our Hospice has grown and evolved over the years to better serve our community.

💙 Listen now at ourhospice.org/podcast

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12/02/2025

✨ Thank you for supporting Our Hospice Day of Giving! ✨

Together, we raised $13,800 to support compassionate, personalized care for patients and their loved ones right here in our community.

A special thank you to Rick and Angela Gill for their generous $5,000 matching gift in honor of Jan Gill. Their kindness—combined with yours—helps ensure families receive comfort, peace, and care when it’s needed most.

💙 It’s not too late to give! Your gift today will continue to support care and comfort for families facing life’s hardest moments.

➡️ Give now at ourhospice.org/our-hospice-day-of-giving

Thank you for being part of the Our Hospice family and for helping make every moment count.

12/01/2025

Join us for a festive evening of Cookies & Crafts with Santa! Stop by the Our Hospice Jennings County Office on Friday, December 12th from 5:30–7:00pm for Christmas treats, fun craft activities, and a special chance to take a photo with Santa.