Hand In Hand Hospice

03/27/2026

Penny had a great day at Hand In Hand Hospice and we were able to help raise money for Emporia High’s upcoming After Prom! Where Is Penny Prom

03/26/2026

Life review is essential to hospice care, allowing patients to reflect on their lives, process their experiences, and impart wisdom to their loved ones. This guide provides hospice caregivers and nurses with comprehensive life review questions to facilitate meaningful patient conversations. By using this guide, you can help patients find closure and enhance their overall well-being during the final stages of life.
https://continuagroup.com/article/lifetime-legacies-life-review-questions/

In business since 1983, Hand In Hand Hospice is the local, not-for-profit hospice organization in Emporia, Kansas. We serve the residents of Lyon, Coffey, Greenwood, Morris, Osage and Chase County and parts of Wabaunsee, Anderson, Woodson & Butler counties. It is our commitment to you and to those you love to provide outstanding support, guidance, and care.

Explore life review questions for hospice patients, helping caregivers facilitate meaningful conversations and support patients during end-of-life care.

03/19/2026

In business since 1983, Hand In Hand Hospice is the local, not-for-profit hospice organization in Emporia, Kansas. We serve the residents of Lyon, Coffey, Greenwood, Morris, Osage and Chase County and parts of Wabaunsee, Anderson, Woodson & Butler counties. It is our commitment to you and to those you love to provide outstanding support, guidance, and care.

03/12/2026

If you’re reading this, you or a loved one have either recently received a terminal diagnosis or have experienced a sudden decline in health. Most likely, your entire family is experiencing sadness, disbelief, extra levels of stress, and lots of emotional strain. To help you through this difficult season, hospice care may be just what your family needs. But what are the eligibility requirements? Who qualifies and how? Let’s take a deeper look at https://www.hospicebasics.org/eligibility-requirements-hospice-care/

In business since 1983, Hand In Hand Hospice is the local, not-for-profit hospice organization in Emporia, Kansas. We serve the residents of Lyon, Coffey, Greenwood, Morris, Osage and Chase County and parts of Wabaunsee, Anderson, Woodson & Butler counties. It is our commitment to you and to those you love to provide outstanding support, guidance, and care.

If your family is looking into hospice options, then you'll need to know more about the basic eligibility requirements. Click to learn more!

03/05/2026

March is Social Worker month, and we would like to shine a spotlight on the important work our Hospice Social Workers do, not only for our patients, but their loved ones as well. Thank you to Arie, Bethany, Megan, and Vienna for providing such special and individualized heartfelt work. To learn more about their roles, please visit https://hearttohearthospice.com/blog/national-social-work-month-what-does-a-hospice-social-worker-do/

In business since 1983, Hand In Hand Hospice is the local, not-for-profit hospice organization in Emporia, Kansas. We serve the residents of Lyon, Coffey, Greenwood, Morris, Osage and Chase County and parts of Wabaunsee, Anderson, Woodson & Butler counties. It is our commitment to you and to those you love to provide outstanding support, guidance, and care.

02/26/2026

In business since 1983, Hand In Hand Hospice is the local, five-star not-for-profit hospice organization in Emporia, Kansas. We serve the residents of Lyon, Coffey, Greenwood, Morris, Osage and Chase County and parts of Wabaunsee, Anderson, Woodson & Butler counties. It is our commitment to you and to those you love to provide outstanding support, guidance, and care.

02/20/2026

National Caregivers Day is observed on the third Friday in February — on February 20 this year. The day honors individuals who selflessly provide personal care, and physical- and emotional support to those who need it most. There are different types of caregivers who are not just limited to the health sector. Including family caregiver, professional caregiver, independent caregiver, private duty caregiver, and informal caregiver. Most are not paid, which is why it is essential to appreciate and thank them for their long-term commitment.

In business since 1983, Hand In Hand Hospice is the local, five-star not-for-profit hospice organization in Emporia, Kansas. We serve the residents of Lyon, Coffey, Greenwood, Morris, Osage and Chase County and parts of Wabaunsee, Anderson, Woodson & Butler counties. It is our commitment to you and to those you love to provide outstanding support, guidance, and care.

02/11/2026

The word Hospice can be off-putting for people who don’t realize what Hospice is and how it can help. To find out more information about how supportive Hospice services can be, please visit
https://www.hospicebasics.org/about-hospice/

In business since 1983, Hand In Hand Hospice is the local, five-star not-for-profit hospice organization in Emporia, Kansas. We serve the residents of Lyon, Coffey, Greenwood, Morris, Osage and Chase County and parts of Wabaunsee, Anderson, Woodson & Butler counties. It is our commitment to you and to those you love to provide outstanding support, guidance, and care.

01/15/2026

“Comfort comes not just from medicine, but from the presence of loved ones and the peace of mind knowing you are cared for.” – Kathy Kalina

Peggy Smith started volunteering with Hand in Hand Hospice, because she enjoys talking with people and she wanted to be helpful.

She wanted to get the satisfaction of bringing joy to other people, especially when they need it most, through this experience.

Volunteering is something that is not new to Peggy. She also volunteers at “God’s Store House” in Burlington.

The root word for Hospice means hospitality and Peggy provides that to the patients she visits on a regular basis.

Dealing with people close to the end stages of life is not something that is new to Peggy.

“I have stayed with people who are dying and cared for my Mom when she was dying,” she said.

The Hand In Hand Hospice team is grateful to have Peggy on their team.

“Peggy has never turned me down when I have called her to see if she can assist with being a volunteer for a Hospice patient,” said Erin Reece, Volunteer Coordinator. “She is always willing to help others and has a positive impact on the lives of so many people.”

In addition to being a Hospice volunteer, Peggy has also completed training for Bereavement training, to help the families of the patients who have passed.

In business since 1983, Hand In Hand Hospice is the local, five-star not-for-profit hospice organization in Emporia, Kansas. We serve the residents of Lyon, Coffey, Greenwood, Morris, Osage and Chase County and parts of Wabaunsee, Anderson, Woodson & Butler counties. It is our commitment to you and to those you love to provide outstanding support, guidance, and care.

12/31/2025

As we reflect on the past year, we are once again honored to have helped so many patients and their loved ones.

Here are some of the excerpts from handwritten cards and survey result comments we received from our patients’ loved ones.

We are looking forward to providing comfort for our community in 2026 and beyond.

With sincere appreciation,

💜The Hand In Hand Hospice Team