Delaware Hospice

03/13/2026

Not at all! Don’t let our name trick you.

While hospice care is a core part of what we do, Delaware Hospice offers a range of services designed to support patients and families through many stages of serious illness and grief.

Coping with a life-limiting illness can easily interfere with what matters most. You deserve care that brings comfort, clarity, and compassion. At Delaware Hospice, you’ll find a team that listens, understands your needs, and walks with you every step of the way.

Whether you’re exploring options for palliative care, dementia support, care for children and teens, bereavement services, or, yes, hospice care, we’re here to help you feel more at ease and supported.

You don’t have to have all the answers today. To learn more about our full range of services, visit delawarehospice.org.

03/11/2026

When a medical crisis happens, decisions often need to be made quickly, and that pressure can feel overwhelming. If you are a healthcare decision maker for a loved one, it’s important to remember that you don’t have to face those moments alone.

From preparing in advance to gathering the right information and finding support afterward, our latest blog offers guidance and practical steps to help you stay clear-headed and make informed decisions during stressful situations.

At Delaware Hospice, we understand how challenging these moments can be, and we’re here to help families navigate them with confidence and care. If you’d like support planning ahead or navigating a crisis, our team is here to help. Call us at 302-478-5707 to learn more.

Read more on our blog:

If you are named as a healthcare decision maker for your loved one, you may be called upon to make very important decisions on very short notice. At a time like this, it’s easy and very human to get caught...

03/09/2026

March is Social Work Month, a time to recognize the essential role social workers play in helping patients and families navigate the medical, emotional, and practical challenges that often accompany serious illness.

Social workers are advocates, educators, problem-solvers, and compassionate listeners. Whether supporting someone through a new diagnosis, helping caregivers manage complex responsibilities, or simply being a steady presence during uncertain moments, their goal is always the same, to help people feel supported, informed, and empowered.

This month, we are proud to celebrate the incredible social workers who serve our patients and families every day. Thank you to Noelia, Kerry, Beth, Leiya, Emilee, Allison, Jessica, Christine, Rebecca, Sondra, and Elizabeth for bringing compassion, knowledge, and unwavering support to our community.

Be sure to thank a social worker in your life this month! 💙

03/06/2026

Good morning, Delaware! Donations are coming in at a steady pace for our Do More 24 campaign, and we are incredibly grateful for the generous support we’ve already received. Thank you to everyone who has stepped up to make a difference in the lives of the patients and families we are honored to serve each day.

There’s still time to make your mark! Do More 24 ends tonight at 6 PM, and every gift helps ensure that compassionate end-of-life care remains available to those who need it most.

Here’s a look at today’s Donation Power Hours! Gifts made during these times give us a chance to win additional bonus prizes to further support our mission:

7 AM - One random nonprofit that receives at least one donation in this hour will get a bonus of $250.

9 AM - The top 2 nonprofits that receive the most unique donations during this hour will each get a bonus of $250.

11 AM - Two random nonprofits that receive at least one donation in this hour will each get a bonus of $250.

1 PM - Two random nonprofits that receive at least five unique donations in this hour will each get a bonus of $250.

3 PM - The top 5 nonprofits that receive the most unique donations during this hour will get a bonus of $250.

5 PM - The top 2 nonprofits that raise the most money during this hour will each get a bonus of $1,000.

If you haven’t had a chance yet, we invite you to support and share our campaign page for Delaware Hospice.

Donate or learn more here: https://www.domore24delaware.org/fundraisers/delaware-hospice

03/05/2026

Do More 24 officially begins RIGHT NOW!

For the next 24 hours, we’re asking you to Do More with us.

Your gift helps ensure that patients and families across Delaware continue to receive compassionate, expert end-of-life care when they need it most. Every dollar raised supports critical services that bring comfort, dignity, and peace to those we are honored to serve.

No gift is too small to make a difference. Please consider joining us by making a donation today or tomorrow in support of Delaware Hospice and our mission.

Donate here: https://www.domore24delaware.org/fundraisers/delaware-hospice

Spur Impact is also offering extra opportunities to earn donations from corporate sponsors during Donation Power Hours, simply for participating at select times!

Just to name the first few...

• At 6 pm, the first 20 nonprofits that receive 25 unique donations each get a bonus of $250.
• The top 2 nonprofits that receive the most unique donations from 8-9 pm will each get a bonus of $250.
• One random nonprofit that receives at least one donation from 10-11 pm will each get a Supersized Golden Ticket bonus of $250.

Thank you for standing with us and for doing more for our community.

03/04/2026

“When most people hear the word ‘hospice,’ they think end of life or worst-case scenario.”

When Terry’s 98-year-old grandmother had a stroke, her life changed overnight. Caring for her beloved Grandmom quickly became a full-time responsibility.

“Every day was different. It was constant care since the stroke,” Terry shared. “With Delaware Hospice’s help, I could finally step away for a bit to run to the grocery store or just take a moment for myself. It took a lot of the burden off. When you’re a caregiver, it’s nice to have a professional to talk with, to make sure you’re handling things the right way. Delaware Hospice is such a great resource.”

What began as a difficult decision became a source of strength, reassurance, and comfort for Terry and her family.

Do More 24, Delaware's largest giving day, will commence in just over 24 hours. Starting at 6 PM tomorrow through 6 PM on Friday, March 6, thousands of Delawareans will come together to support the nonprofits they believe in.

When you give to Delaware Hospice, you help provide respite for exhausted caregivers, compassionate visits for patients, and the kind of steady support that turns uncertainty into comfort. A donation of any size can help us surround more families with the same strength and support that lifted Terry and her Grandmom.

We welcome you to visit our official Do More 24 landing page by clicking: https://www.domore24delaware.org/fundraisers/delaware-hospice

Thank you for your support!

03/03/2026

Our Stellar Staff Spotlight this morning is Clinical Supervisor, Tiffany Joseph!

Tiffany first joined our team in 2020 as an RN Case Manager. After some time away, she returned in 2025 as the Clinical Supervisor for our Dover Homecare Team.

In her role, she loves supporting our patients and their families, as well as the staff who care for them.

“Hospice care is truly a team effort, and it’s meaningful to help guide and encourage others. We have the best team, and I love working with all of them. Not only have I learned that hospice care is my passion, but I truly believe it is my calling. I feel incredibly honored to be part of an organization that provides such high-quality care, keeping the patient and family at the center of it all. Every single day, I am reminded how important this work is and how grateful I am to be part of it.”

When she’s off the clock, Tiffany stays just as busy. She loves traveling and spending time with her family. If she’s not basking in the sun on a tropical island, you’ll likely find her on the sidelines at her daughter’s field hockey and lacrosse games, hunting and fishing with her son and husband, enjoying time with friends and their dogs, or helping run her family-owned local produce and seafood market!

03/02/2026

Last week in Newark, our Leadership Team put on their chef hats to personally thank our Receptionist, Winnie Santowski, and several other team members for participating in our 2026 Staff Appeal. With hot breakfast and plenty of smiles to go around, it was a small but meaningful way to show appreciation for the incredible commitment and generosity our staff demonstrates each day.

Congratulations again to Winnie and her group, and thank you to everyone who participated in the 2026 Staff Appeal. We are so appreciative of our staff and so proud to serve alongside you.

02/27/2026

Ladies and gentlemen, our Love Never Dies Memorial Services, which were postponed due to the recent snowstorm, have been rescheduled.

Our Sussex County service will now take place on March 15 at 3:00 PM at Crossroad Community Church.

Our New Castle County service will follow on March 16 at Seeds of Greatness Church. This service will begin promptly at 6:30 PM.

If you have any questions, we welcome you to view the event listings below, visit our website, or contact our Bereavement Department at Bereavement@delawarehospice.org.

We look forward to gathering together in remembrance and support.💙

02/25/2026

We are beyond grateful to share some exciting news once again!

Our Delaware Hospice North Division (serving New Castle County) has earned a 4-Star Hospice Provider rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Quality Rating System. This ranking is the latest recognition of the compassionate, high-quality care our team provides every day.

This distinction now unites all three of our divisions — Southern (Sussex County), Central (Kent County), and North (New Castle County) — each holding a 4-Star rating.

With all three regions recognized, Delaware Hospice is the top-ranked CMS rated hospice provider in the state of Delaware.

These ratings are based on family caregiver surveys and quality-of-care measures, meaning this recognition is rooted in what matters most: the experiences of the families we are honored to serve.

From Wilmington to the beaches and everything in between, we are so proud to call Delaware home. Thank you for trusting us to care for your loved ones and walk beside you during some of life’s most meaningful moments.

Learn more about the CMS Quality Rating System or compare providers here: https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/all-results?searchType=Hospice&page=1&state=DE&sort=alpha&returnAllResults=true&fbclid=IwY2xjawQKobBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETIwcnl1NnU3WlNNcUo5UlpPc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHisjoOMej0q9FicprB5qUkrZILPkuNll2Q_3WSueycJaZ6gqcFI9V4jp_MT5_aem_7Xwe9Td9LKNZn-pTKHMwpg

02/24/2026

When heart disease leads to repeated ER visits, sudden symptom flare-ups, and constant worry, it may be time for extra support at home.

February is recognized as American Heart Month. For many caregivers, the stress of managing advanced cardiac disease is real and ongoing.

Delaware Hospice’s Helping Hearts Cardiac Care Program provides specialized, in-home hospice care focused on proactive symptom management, preventing avoidable hospital trips, and helping caregivers feel more confident and supported.

If your loved one is living with advanced heart failure and care is becoming overwhelming, call us today to learn how our Helping Hearts Program can help.

Contact us anytime by dialing 302-478-5707 or visit us online at https://delawarehospice.org

02/21/2026

Due to weather conditions and out of concern for everyone’s safety, the Delaware Hospice Memorial Services scheduled for February 22 and 23 have been postponed. New dates and times will be announced.