Lightways Hospice

Lightways Hospice Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care has been a trusted nonprofit healthcare provider since 1982, formerly known as Joliet Area Community Hospice.

Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care—formerly Joliet Area Community Hospice—is a state licensed and Medicare/Medicaid certified, not-for-profit corporation providing unwavering guidance and support to patients and their families since 1982. Serving 11 counties across Illinois—including Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kankakee, Kendall, Lake, LaSalle, Livingston, McHenry, and Will—we offer expert care for adults and children facing serious illness, end-of-life needs, and grief. Our compassionate team delivers hospice care, palliative support, and grief counseling with dignity, empathy, and light. In life’s most challenging moments, Lightways provides guidance, comfort, and unwavering support for patients and their families.

💐 Honoring Mom 💐Join us on May 2nd from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care in Joliet for...
03/31/2026

💐 Honoring Mom 💐

Join us on May 2nd from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care in Joliet for a heartfelt gathering to honor your mother or someone who has been like a mother to you. 💛

This special event is open to all ages and offered at no cost. Together, we will reflect on the love, memories, and impact these incredible women have had in our lives.

✨ 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗲
🥐 𝗔 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱

Please register by April 17th. Limited spots available so be sure to sign up early!

📧 Griefsupport@lightways.org
📞 815.460.3295
🔗 www.lightways.org/event/honoring-mom/

Let’s come together in remembrance, connection, and support.

🌱 Come grow with us at Lightways! 💛We’re proud to be named a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace five years in a row — and as ...
03/30/2026

🌱 Come grow with us at Lightways! 💛

We’re proud to be named a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace five years in a row — and as we expand into the northern region, we’re hiring across a variety of roles!

Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, Lightways offers more than a job — it's a chance to make a real difference every day.

⭐ Why join Lightways?
✨ Mission-driven work that truly matters
✨ Supportive, compassionate team culture
✨ Competitive pay and great benefits
✨ Opportunities in hospice, serious illness, and pediatric care
✨ A place where purpose and passion grow together

If you're ready to build a career with heart, we’d love to connect.

👉 Apply today: www.lightways.org/careers

Thank You to Our 2026 Annual Sponsors!We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our 2026 Annual Sponsors for their unwa...
03/27/2026

Thank You to Our 2026 Annual Sponsors!

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our 2026 Annual Sponsors for their unwavering support in helping us provide exceptional hospice and serious illness care to our patients and their families. Your generosity truly makes a difference, and we are deeply thankful for your commitment.

If you’d like to join us as an annual sponsor or make a donation, please reach out to our Development Department at 815.740.4104 or visit www.lightways.org/donate.

Thank You for Helping Us Honor Our Vietnam Veterans!We are incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us for our Welcome...
03/25/2026

Thank You for Helping Us Honor Our Vietnam Veterans!

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us for our Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Luncheon. It was a meaningful afternoon filled with gratitude, reflection, and connection as we came together to recognize the sacrifices of our Vietnam Veterans.

From the inspiring presentation by Mark Finnegan about Vets Roll, to the shared moments of appreciation and community, this gathering was a powerful reminder of the importance of honoring those who have served.

To our Vietnam Veterans, thank you for your courage, your service, and your sacrifice. It was truly our privilege to welcome you and celebrate you.

Thank you to all who attended and helped make this event so special.

For more information on Lightways We Honor Veterans Program, please visit www.lightways.org/veterans-program/

It’s-a 5K Time! Let’s-a go! 🏁Get ready to power up for a day of fun, family, and fitness at the Super Heart Family Walk ...
03/25/2026

It’s-a 5K Time! Let’s-a go! 🏁

Get ready to power up for a day of fun, family, and fitness at the Super Heart Family Walk and 5K Fun Run 💙

Join us as we come together to support the Pediatric Program of Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care because every step makes a difference.

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
📍 St. Joseph Catholic School, 275 E. North Street, Manhattan, IL
⏰ Check In: 8:00 AM
🏃 Yoshi’s Mini Dash for ages 13 and under: 8:45 AM
🏁 5K Run and Walk Start: 9:15 AM

Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, this is a day for the whole family!

Registration opens April 1, 2026. Be sure to sign up by May 14, 2026, to guarantee your race T shirt and goodies!

👉 Visit www.lightways.org/lightways5k for more information.

A simple wish can mean everything 💙When one of our Social Workers introduced the Joyful Moments Program, the Duncan fami...
03/24/2026

A simple wish can mean everything 💙

When one of our Social Workers introduced the Joyful Moments Program, the Duncan family shared a wish for family photos. With the help of a compassionate photographer, we were able to bring that wish to life!

Bentley is 10 and loves music, TV, and spending time with his family, including his little sister Joy. These photos were taken just before his special trip to Chicago, where he enjoyed a Bulls game, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Wonder Museum.

Moments like these become memories families can hold onto forever.

Interested in learning more or getting involved?

📞 815.740.4104
📧 volunteerdepartment@lightways.org
🌐 www.lightways.org/volunteer-program

A Time to Remember ❤️Join us for a special Luminary Event hosted by Lightways Hospice to honor those we have lost. This ...
03/23/2026

A Time to Remember ❤️

Join us for a special Luminary Event hosted by Lightways Hospice to honor those we have lost. This meaningful evening will include a luminary walk outdoors, weather permitting, as we gather in community to remember and celebrate our loved ones.

📅 Date: April 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
📍 Venue: Jacob Henry Mansion Estate, 20 S. Eastern Ave, Joliet, IL
🕕 Doors Open: 6:00 pm | Service Begins: 6:30 pm

Registration is required by March 30, 2026, and there is no cost for this program.

To register, click here: www.lightways.org/event/a-time-to-remember/

Have questions about hospice or serious illness care? You’re not alone. Many families wonder what hospice really means, ...
03/20/2026

Have questions about hospice or serious illness care? You’re not alone. Many families wonder what hospice really means, when it’s the right time, and how care works.

At Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care, we’re here to provide clear answers and compassionate guidance. Our team helps families understand how hospice can support comfort and quality of life, where care can take place (at home, in a skilled facility, or in our inpatient unit), how we work alongside your existing doctors, and what options may be available if you don’t have insurance.

Looking for helpful information? Explore our FAQ page for answers and resources:
www.lightways.org/families-and-caregivers-faqs/

Still have questions? Our team is here to help. Call us anytime at 815.740.4104 to speak with someone who can guide you.

🚪 Let’s Shut the Front Door to Cancer.Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is honored to be a beneficiary of the f...
03/19/2026

🚪 Let’s Shut the Front Door to Cancer.

Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is honored to be a beneficiary of the first Shut the Front Door to Cancer Fundraiser presented by the Lynch Family.

This special event will bring our community together for an evening of music, fun, and fundraising, all to support individuals and families impacted by cancer. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Lightways and help us continue providing compassionate hospice care, serious illness support, and grief services for patients and families in our community.

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:

📅 June 13, 2026
📍 115 Bourbon Street | 3359 W 115th Street, Merrionette Park, IL
🕔 5:00 - 9:00 PM

We are incredibly grateful to the Lynch Family for their generosity and commitment to making a difference. Together we can bring comfort, care, and hope to those who need it most.

Learn more, get tickets, or support the cause:
www.shutthefrontdoortocancer.com/

Last week, the Wilmington VFW Post 5422 Wednesday Queen Nighters presented Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care wi...
03/18/2026

Last week, the Wilmington VFW Post 5422 Wednesday Queen Nighters presented Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care with 50 blankets that were purchased through funds raised exclusively at Queen Night on February 11th, 2026.

These blankets will be presented to each Veteran at their pinning ceremony in the Joliet Inpatient Unit. This is a partnership the VFW Post 5422 Queen Nighters looks forward to continuing in the future with Lightways in support of honoring Veterans.

Pictured left to right: TC Cerutti, VFW 5422 Queen Night organizer/volunteer, Jessica Dietz, IPU Director and Chauntrice Halbert, IPU Team Lead.

Learn more about our mission or support our work at www.lightways.org/donate.

Looking for a meaningful way to give back in 2026? 💙Join Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care as a volunteer and h...
03/17/2026

Looking for a meaningful way to give back in 2026? 💙

Join Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care as a volunteer and help bring comfort, dignity, and compassion to patients and families throughout our community.

We offer meaningful ways to get involved all year long, including:
✨ Spending time with patients and their loved ones
🌿 Gardening and outdoor beautification projects
📋 Administrative support
🧸 Sewing Memorial Bears for grieving families
🧁 Joining our Bakery Angels program

Whether you have a special talent or simply a heart for service, there’s a place for you on our volunteer team.

Make 2026 the year you make a difference.
Learn more and sign up today: www.lightways.org/volunteer/

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