Emmanuel Hospice

Emmanuel Hospice Emmanuel Hospice aspires to create a peaceful experience for the dying and their loved ones by providing exemplary spiritual and physical care. St.

Emmanuel Hospice is an interfaith collaboration of four like-minded organizations with over 200 years of combined experience. Ann’s, Clark, Porter Hills and Sunset have joined together to deliver the highest level of holistic care to the dying and their loved ones in the West Michigan community. The foundation of our partnership is rooted in common missions and values, and this has enabled us to share resources, skills and expertise to better serve those in our community with a life-limiting illness or condition. We are united in our aspiration to create a peaceful experience in any setting for the dying and their loved ones by providing exemplary spiritual and physical care. The Emmanuel Hospice team of professionals is committed to excellence in providing you or your loved one with dignified end-of-life comfort care. We customize our care to best meet your needs by bringing our services to the place you consider home; whether it’s your home of many years, a skilled nursing residence, assisted living facility or hospital. The setting may differ, but our caregiving always remains the same.

💙 We are feeling incredibly grateful for our friends at Bloom Credit Union.🌳Their generous support of our Patient Wish P...
03/24/2026

💙 We are feeling incredibly grateful for our friends at Bloom Credit Union.🌳

Their generous support of our Patient Wish Program helps us bring moments of joy, comfort, and meaning to those we serve - moments that often become cherished memories for families.
Whether it’s creating a special experience, fulfilling a long‑held wish, or simply bringing a bit of light into a difficult time, Bloom’s partnership makes these moments possible.

Their commitment to compassion and community shines through in everything they do, and we are so thankful to have them walking alongside us.

From all of us at Emmanuel Hospice, and from the patients and families whose lives are touched by these wishes, thank you, Bloom Credit Union, for helping us make hospice More About Living 💙

💙 For the next installment in our reintroduction series, we're sharing what sets Emmanuel Hospice apart. For us, it's th...
03/23/2026

💙 For the next installment in our reintroduction series, we're sharing what sets Emmanuel Hospice apart. For us, it's the little moments - and the meaningful ones - that make all the difference.

We’re proud to offer a range of complementary therapies and services that bring comfort, connection, and joy to the people we serve.

From massage and music therapy to virtual reality experiences, essential oils, pet visitors, art legacy projects, expanded grief support, and our patient wish program, each offering is designed to support the whole person, mind, body, and spirit.

Our mission is about helping patients live fully, meaningfully, and with dignity by learning what matters most to them.

These services rely on the generous support of donors and community partners. To learn more, call us any time at 616.719.0919.

This week, we’re continuing our reintroduction by sharing the core values that guide Emmanuel Hospice: Hope, Empathy, St...
03/16/2026

This week, we’re continuing our reintroduction by sharing the core values that guide Emmanuel Hospice: Hope, Empathy, Stewardship, and Respect.

These values shape not only how we care, but who we are as a nonprofit, community‑based provider committed to serving our neighbors with compassion and integrity.

March is Music Therapy Month.At Emmanuel Hospice, music therapy is one of the complementary services we provide to bring...
03/11/2026

March is Music Therapy Month.

At Emmanuel Hospice, music therapy is one of the complementary services we provide to bring comfort, connection, and calm.

A favorite song can spark memories.
A gentle melody can ease anxiety.
A shared lyric can bring families closer.

More than that, sessions with our Board-Certified Music Therapists can positively affect pain, breathing, heart rate, stress, cognition, and more through evidence-based practices that provide real, measurable relief.

We are thankful for the compassion and talent of our two music therapists on staff who share this gift with patients and families every day.

It is more than music. It is meaningful care, right at the bedside.

Learn more about how Emmanuel Hospice is More About Living at https://emmanuelhospice.org/

March has many things to celebrate - and among them is Social Work! Lily Tomlin famously said "I always wondered why som...
03/09/2026

March has many things to celebrate - and among them is Social Work!

Lily Tomlin famously said "I always wondered why somebody doesn’t do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody."

Social workers embody this characteristic of not waiting for someone else to affect change, but turning their ideas and compassion into actions which benefit the people around them. They model service over self, and their expertise is uniquely needed in our organization, and in our world today.

This Social Work Month, we want to take a moment to recognize the incredible social workers we have the privilege of working alongside at Emmanuel Hospice.

Every day, they show up with compassion, strength, and selfless dedication to the patients and families we serve, whether from the office or at the bedside. They help people navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives with dignity, empathy, and support. Their ability to listen, advocate, comfort, and guide makes an immeasurable difference.

We am so grateful to be part of a team that cares so deeply and works so tirelessly to support others. Thank you for the heart you bring to this work and for the impact you make every single day, in all your spheres of influence.

Happy Social Work Month! 💙

Did you know? Many people still think of hospice as a building, but hospice itself is not a place - it's a service!Beyon...
03/09/2026

Did you know? Many people still think of hospice as a building, but hospice itself is not a place - it's a service!

Beyond whole-person patient care for mind, body, and spirit, Emmanuel Hospice team member Jan Amato likes to remind community members that hospice supports the entire family, providing support to loved ones and helping them understand what to expect every step of the way.

“We are end-of-life experts here to walk the journey with you,”

Read more in our March column here:
https://emmanuelhospice.org/2026/03/hospice-care-is-a-service-not-a-place/

We'll be reintroducing ourselves this month, and our mission is the cornerstone that guides our daily work. We often say...
03/06/2026

We'll be reintroducing ourselves this month, and our mission is the cornerstone that guides our daily work. We often say that "no one works at Emmanuel Hospice by accident", and we feel so fortunate to have a dedicated staff who keep our mission close to heart as they serve our patients and families both from the office, and wherever patients are.

To our West Michigan community, thank you for trusting us with your care. We are here for you, and because of you.

On Friday, another Emmanuel Hospice patient wish was fulfilled! For Marcia, the drab weather called for an uplifting tri...
03/03/2026

On Friday, another Emmanuel Hospice patient wish was fulfilled!

For Marcia, the drab weather called for an uplifting trip to Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park to spend an afternoon in greenery, art, and blooms as she (and the rest of us!) eagerly await spring.

Marcia's social worker, Michele, and her CNA, Cheri, went with her and a family member, and we hear that she's still talking about it!

What appears as a 'small', in-town trip is in reality a chance to touch something growing, be tucked in amongst the orchids, feel wonder, and know that the people around you care and want to celebrate you, just as you are. Marcia, we think you're the BEST!

Thank you to Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park for their support, and to Bloom Credit Union for their sponsorship of our Patient Wish program.

At Emmanuel Hospice, it's our great honor to be cheerleaders of love and living life to the fullest for those in need of...
02/14/2026

At Emmanuel Hospice, it's our great honor to be cheerleaders of love and living life to the fullest for those in need of our support and care.

Married for 70 years, Ray and Kay Kretzschmer told us in a special interview that "sharing everything, keeping no secrets, and living your life to please your partner" have been the keys to their deep and lasting connection. In times of struggle or change, Ray says it's important to "take joy wherever you can."

Watch the whole broadcast from WZZM13:
https://www.wzzm13.com/video/news/local/michigan-couple-celebrating-70-years-of-marriage/69-f2ce3bda-9930-403e-a833-38ef1fb4154c

Happy Valentine's Day from Emmanuel Hospice!

During a month all about celebrating those you love, supporting a loved one with advanced heart disease can feel overwhe...
02/13/2026

During a month all about celebrating those you love, supporting a loved one with advanced heart disease can feel overwhelming, especially when the progression is unpredictable.

Here are a few meaningful ways to help.

You are not alone, learn more about our specialized cardiac care:
EmmanuelHospice.org/cardiac-care
📞 616.719.0919

Today is World Day of the Sick, and your support matters more than ever.As we honor this day, we’re sharing Pat’s story,...
02/11/2026

Today is World Day of the Sick, and your support matters more than ever.

As we honor this day, we’re sharing Pat’s story, a reminder of the strength, love, and resilience we see in the families we serve. Her experience shows just how meaningful compassionate care can be during life’s most challenging moments.

Your gift today helps ensure more families receive the comfort, dignity, and support they deserve.

Read more and support a family in need of care: https://emmanuelhospice.networkforgood.com/projects/294640-compassion-in-action-world-day-of-the-sick

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Grand Rapids, MI
49503

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Who We Are

We are an interfaith collaboration created by St. Ann’s, Clark, Porter Hills and Sunset. With over 200 years of combined experience, we share resources, skills and expertise to deliver care with unparalleled compassion. We are committed to offering the highest level of quality care by being Medicare certified and CHAP accredited. Our local ministry is led by our Board of Directors and driven by our passionate Vision, Mission and Values.

Vision

To shape a community, which embraces death as a meaningful transition through the care of mind, body and spirit.

Mission