Cascade Health

04/01/2026

We're excited to announce that Cascade Health has been named one of Oregon’s 100 Best Green Workplaces by Oregon Business Magazine for 2026. 🌎 It’s an honor that reflects our ongoing commitment to sustainability - both in how we care for our community and how we care for the environment we all share.

From everyday practices to long-term initiatives, we’re proud to be building a healthier future for Lane County . . . together. 💚 💙

03/30/2026

Happy National Doctors' Day! Whether offering comfort to patients at end-of-life or helping injured workers get back on the job, the physicians at Cascade Health make a difference in our community every day.

03/24/2026

Meet Kristi Wallace, FNP, one of our amazing hospice providers at Cascade Health.

Kristi’s path to working in hospice started when a close family member developed a life-limiting illness. Through that experience, she learned more about hospice and saw how well it aligned with her belief that caring for people at the end of life is just as important as treating illness early in life. “I realized working in the hospice field would allow me to support not only the patients but also their loved ones,” she says.

Kristi says the most meaningful part of her work is helping make a difficult time a little more peaceful for patients and families. Whether she is managing symptoms, helping loved ones understand what to expect, or simply listening, she is honored to be part of such an important time in people’s lives.

She also hopes her work dispels myths: “I wish more people knew that hospice is not about ‘giving up.’ It’s about focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Hospice care supports both the patient and their family, helping them make the most of the time they have together.”

03/23/2026

Jean combines a passion for sewing and a passion for helping others . . . and we couldn't be more grateful. 🪡🧵An avid quilter, she generously creates and donates handmade quilts for hospice patients, hoping each one brings warmth, comfort and a sense of being cared for at the end of life. Thank you, Jean, for giving your time and talent!

03/20/2026

Every company is different - and we know those differences are important to worker safety and health. That's why our Occupational Health providers recently visited Farwest Steel Corporation to learn what makes the business unique and what specific challenges we can help address.

Thanks for hosting, Farwest, and thanks for trusting us with your occupational health needs!

03/19/2026

We are so proud of Cascade Health Counseling & EAP's contributions to Lane County Medical Society's Physician Wellness Program, which offers local physicians six free, completely confidential counseling sessions each year. In a profession where rates of burnout and stress are far above the national average, having a safe place to process emotions and experiences is key. Read more in the March issue of Medical Matters at https://cdn.ymaws.com/lcmedsociety.com/resource/resmgr/magazines/march_2026_web_reduced.pdf.

03/18/2026

Not all choirs perform on stage. Some sing softly at the bedside, where “it’s more about presence than performance.” The Eugene Threshold Singers bring moments of peace to hospice patients and families - and we’re so grateful to have them at Pete Moore Hospice House. 💜

Read more about ETS, the local chapter of Threshold Choir, at cascadehealth.org/all-blogs/ets

03/10/2026

"Do the things your 80-year-old self would regret not doing more of. Go slow, take small steps, and keep moving towards the things that feel good."
- Cascade Health Leadership Coach Kyra Freeburg

by Kyra Freeburg, Leadership Coach We are navigating stressful times – and many of us have a collection of stress management tools we’ve acquired over the years from friends, podcasts, books or social media. While there’s no shortage of ideas, there is a core group of best practices that are b...

03/05/2026

Who is the "Bird Lady" of Pete Moore Hospice House? Check out our latest blog post to read more about Holly (the aforementioned and lovingly nicknamed Bird Lady), our partnership with Wild Birds Unlimited, and how chickadees, towhees, juncos and finches are bringing color and joy to hospice patients. 🪶

Meet the “Bird Lady” of Pete Moore Hospice House

03/04/2026

Did you know Cascade Health's grief groups are open to all community members? Whether or not your loved one passed away in our care, we welcome you to a weekly safe space to share your grief and connect with others experiencing similar emotions.

Our next 10-week series starts next week (March 11/12) at Pete Moore Hospice House. Join us on Wednesdays, 5:00-6:30, or Thursdays, 11:00-12:30.

Questions? Reach out to Preeti at pfeist@cascadehealth.org.

03/03/2026

March is National Nutrition Month! 🥗Discover how healthy meals can power up your routine with advice from dietitian Lauren Chase of Cascade Health Diabetes & Nutrition Education.

Pro tip: When building healthy meals and snacks, try to pair at least two food groups together for more satisfaction. Alternate between food groups to get a balance of nutrients throughout the day.

Select one food each from at least two categories to make a balanced meal. At your next meal, pick two different categories to change it up. 🍅🐟🍏