Essential Care for Children

04/21/2026

Looks like we’ve got our first walker ready for the big day! This little bunny stopped by campus and might just be joining us at the Hospice Memorial Walk. We hope you will, too. Hop to it! HospiceMemorialWalk.com

04/15/2026

🌸 Honor your loved ones with a personalized pinwheel flower at the Hospice Memorial Walk 🌸

Visit the Wilson Support Center/Western New York Perinatal Bereavement Network tent to plant a flower in our Hospice Memorial Walk Remembrance Garden. Take a moment at any point during the event to create a special tribute by personalizing a pinwheel flower. Write a heartfelt message or the name of your loved one on the petals, plant it in the Remembrance Garden, and come by before you leave to take it home as a keepsake!

Still need to register for the Memorial Walk? Register at Hospicememorialwalk.com

04/12/2026

Get creative for Walk Day! Teams and individuals who wear custom t-shirts will be automatically entered into our Best T-Shirt Contest, no sign-up needed.

The winner will be announced before the ribbon cutting and will receive a special prize. We can’t wait to see what you create!

04/07/2026

On World Health Day, we join the call to stand with science under this year’s theme, “Together for health. Stand with science.”

At Essential Care for Children, science and compassion go hand in hand. From expert symptom management to evidence-based care, our team draws on clinical expertise, collaboration, and deep compassion to support every patient and family we serve.

Research continues to show that hospice and palliative care improve quality of life - bringing comfort, dignity, and support when it matters most. This year’s focus is a powerful reminder: better outcomes are possible through shared knowledge, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to caring for the whole person.

04/06/2026

Meet us at the Outer Harbor on May 17th to celebrate 30 amazing years! Join us for a family-friendly day to walk, connect, and support the mission.

👟Register today at HospiceMemorialWalk.com! 👟

04/02/2026

Your message of thanks means more to our staff than you know. Our new Shining Star Recognition program allows patients and families to share their gratitude and recognize Essential Care for Children team members who made a meaningful difference. Each Shining Star will be honored by our organization and receive a special lapel pin as a symbol of pride in their compassionate service.

If you would like to send a note of thanks to one or more employees who made a difference in your loved one’s care, please visit https://www.hospicebuffalo.com/give-get-involved/share-your-gratitude

03/31/2026

Meet us at the Outer Harbor on May 17th to celebrate 30 amazing years! Join us for a family-friendly day to walk, connect, and support the mission of hospice. Walking for Hospice, together!

👟Register today at HospiceMemorialWalk.com! 👟

03/27/2026

Nominate a Shining Star!

We’re proud to celebrate the incredible individuals nominated through our Shining Star Recognition Program! Your messages of gratitude truly brighten our team’s day and remind us how meaningful compassionate care can be. It’s an honor to recognize those who make such a difference in the lives of our patients and families.

Each Shining Star is celebrated by our organization and receives a special lapel pin as a symbol of pride in their outstanding service and dedication. Would you like to recognize your favorite HPCB provider? Submit your nomination at https://www.hospicebuffalo.com/contact-us/shining-star

03/24/2026

03/22/2026

As members of the interdisciplinary team, social workers play a key role and work tirelessly to help improve well-being and enhance quality of life by introducing coping strategies, education, and resources that are sensitive to the unique needs and preferences of every individual. During Social Work Month, we strive to inform the community at large, as well as policymakers, about the vital role of social workers.

To learn more about what Social Workers do to help our patients and families, visit https://www.hospicebuffalo.com/our-services/social-work

03/21/2026

Essential Care for Children, our home-based palliative care program, provides coordination of medical services, as well as emotional and spiritual support to medically complex children and their families. Learn more about Essential Care for Children at https://www.hospicebuffalo.com/our-services/essential-care-children