Hospice Volunteers Serving with Heart

04/22/2026

Volunteers don't look for the limelight, but they certainly deserve it. 💙
This National Volunteer Week, we are celebrating the wonderful hearts who serve at the CHP Defiance Inpatient Hospice Center. Whether they are the warm smile greeting families at our reception desk or the gentle presence visiting at a patient’s bedside, their impact is immeasurable.
We loved getting to celebrate them at our appreciation dinner this week. Thank you for choosing to spend your time bringing comfort to our patients and families!

04/19/2026

03/26/2026

March is National Social Work Month, and today we want to take a moment to recognize our own Inpatient Hospice Social worker, Laurie Hockenberry.

Whether it’s offering a listening ear, helping navigate complex decisions, or simply being present, her impact reaches far beyond what can be measured.

In some of life’s most difficult moments, social workers show up with compassion, strength, and unwavering support. They advocate for our patients, guide families through unimaginable transitions, and provide comfort when words are hard to find.

We are incredibly grateful for the dedication, empathy, and resilience all of our social workers bring each and every day. Thank you for the difference you make in the lives of our patients and their families. 🩵

03/04/2026

Volunteers often grow to feel like family to hospice patients. Volunteers kindness and compassion gives them something to look forward to each time there is a visit. While volunteers sometimes wish they could do even more they are blessed with the gift of time to share insights and memories.

02/11/2026

Behind every successful event, fundraiser, service, or community gathering… there are volunteers working quietly in the background.

The ones answering messages, organizing details, solving problems, and stepping in wherever needed — without needing recognition.

They don’t do it for applause.
They do it because they care.

To the behind-the-scenes volunteers — the planners, movers, helpers, encouragers, and steady hands — thank you. You are the reason things run smoothly. You are the glue that holds it all together.

You may not always be seen, but you are deeply appreciated. ❤️

01/20/2026

Hospice volunteers are the quiet heroes who show up with open hearts and listening ears. 💛
They sit at bedsides, hold hands, share stories, and bring comfort in moments that matter most.

In a time when families may feel overwhelmed or alone, volunteers become a steady presence—reminding patients and loved ones that they are seen, valued, and not forgotten.

Their gift isn’t just time.
It’s compassion.
It’s dignity.
It’s love.

If you’ve ever thought about volunteering, know this: one hour of your time can change someone’s final chapter in the most meaningful way.

01/14/2026

🌿 Behind the Scenes of Hospice Care 🌿

While our patient related volunteers are often seen at the bedside, there’s a dedicated group working quietly behind the scenes- our office volunteers. Supporting hospice in countless ways that make a real difference.

From organizing events and managing supplies to creating educational materials and helping with community outreach, these volunteers ensure the organization runs smoothly and that families and patients receive the care they need—without ever stepping directly into a patient’s room.

Their dedication, time, and heart make hospice stronger every day. Behind the scenes, yet at the very center of what we do. Our volunteers are the heart that keeps hospice moving forward—one act of kindness at a time.

Thank you to our behind-the-scenes heroes. You matter more than you know. 🌸

01/06/2026

Hospice care honors the dignity of each patient while supporting the family’s emotional needs. Volunteers play an important role in helping families preserve meaning, respect, and legacy.

Volunteers may:
❤️ Encourage life review or storytelling
❤️ Support cultural, spiritual, or personal preferences
❤️ Help families focus on meaningful moments rather than fear

By honoring what matters most to patients and families, volunteers help create moments of peace, connection, and lasting comfort.

01/05/2026

Thank you, 7 Brew (& Genesis and Paige ~7 Brew delivery girls), for picking Community Health Professionals as one of the businesses to receive free samples today! We appreciate the love. ☕️💛

01/05/2026

Hospice volunteers support families through the caregiving journey.

Families often experience exhaustion, stress, and uncertainty while caring for a loved one. Hospice volunteers help bridge the gap by offering support that eases the emotional load.

This includes:
❤️ Providing companionship to the patient so caregivers can rest
❤️ Offering encouragement and validation to family members
❤️ Helping families feel less alone during long or quiet hours

Volunteers become a trusted support system, reminding families that they are not expected to navigate this journey by themselves.