HopeHealth

03/17/2026

☘️ Happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at HopeHealth! ☘️

Today we’re sharing a traditional Irish blessing that reminds us of hope, strength, and the importance of caring for one another:

“May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
The rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.”

Wishing our community a day filled with peace, good health, and a little bit of Irish luck. 💚

03/16/2026

Have you been a caregiver for a loved one? 💙

Caregiving can be one of the most meaningful — and challenging — experiences in life. Many caregivers say that connecting with others who truly understand makes all the difference.

HopeHealth is looking for volunteer facilitators for our caregiver support groups. If you’ve been a caregiver and would like to give back by helping others feel supported, heard, and less alone, we’d love to hear from you.

Your experience could help guide and encourage someone who is currently walking that path.

To learn more about becoming a caregiver support group facilitator, please contact us at Information@HopeHealthCo.org.

03/12/2026

Guilt. Frustration. Loneliness. Being a caregiver can be a tough emotional journey — even alongside deep love.

But with practice, a few mindset shifts can make the journey more manageable.

“Maybe your loved one is fighting you on getting dressed. You might think, ‘I have to get them out of their pajamas.’ But do you?” says HopeHealth volunteer Jaimie Nero, who facilitates a dementia caregiver support group. “If they want to stay in their pajamas all day, that may be perfectly fine.”

“Sometimes the expectations we put on ourselves are the hardest part,” Jaimie says. “In caregiving, adaptability is the name of the game.”

In this blog, we name some of the emotional challenges that come with caregiving — and share advice from a fellow caregiver on what can help.

From guilt to frustration to sheer overwhelm, caregiving can be a tough emotional journey. A fellow caregiver shares a few powerful mindset shifts...

03/11/2026

We’re proud to share that several members of the HopeHealth team recently participated in the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM) Annual Assembly — one of the leading national conferences dedicated to advancing hospice and palliative care.

Our physicians, nurses, and clinical leaders presented and contributed to important conversations about improving access to hospice care, innovative care pathways, symptom management, and strengthening partnerships between hospitals and hospice providers.

These presentations reflect the meaningful work happening every day at HopeHealth to improve end-of-life care and support patients and families with compassion, dignity, and expertise.

We’re honored to have our team sharing their knowledge on a national stage and helping shape the future of hospice and palliative care.

Our team also enjoyed the opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, past fellows, and friends in the hospice and palliative care community during the conference.

03/09/2026

What’s better than talking about the joy dogs bring into our lives?

This past weekend, our Volunteer Services Manager, Diane Taveira, shared just that at Windwalker Humane Coalition. Joined by pet therapy volunteer Lorraine and her wonderful dog Winnie, they spoke about the meaningful pet therapy opportunities available at HopeHealth.

It was a great turnout, with 25 people attending in person and 8 joining us on Zoom to learn how therapy animals can bring comfort, connection, and smiles to those we serve. 💙

Thank you to everyone who joined us and to Windwalker Humane Coalition for hosting such a special event! If you'd like to become a pet therapy volunteer at HopeHealth, or want to learn more about the opportunity, visit our volunteer web page: HopeHealthCo.org/Volunteeer

03/06/2026

Although temperatures are warming up, we’re honored to share a moment of hope from the recent blizzard.

When the storm knocked out power across the area, one of our patients was left without heat during the bitter cold. Just a few houses up the street, his family had power thanks to a generator—but emergency services were unable to transport him.

After hearing about the situation, HopeHealth paramedic James “Jim” Henderson stepped in. Using his four-wheel drive vehicle, Jim made his way through the snow and helped transport the patient safely so he could stay with his family, where it was warm and comfortable.

The patient’s daughter later shared her gratitude:

“It was an ordeal but HopeHealth came through with the win! Jim was wonderful, a great help in a stressful situation. He came by in between his shifts and was able to help walk dad down the walks at both houses with my brother. We had a generator so we had heat while he didn’t.”

When asked about it, Jim simply said he was “just doing what anyone should do,” and that he was glad he could bring comfort to the patient and his family.

We are grateful for team members like Jim who go above and beyond for our patients—even in the middle of a blizzard.

03/04/2026

“I think about her all the time — the 17-year-old version of me, grieving, confused, searching endlessly for someone who understood,” says Tess White. “The work I do now is for her.”

Tess is a grief counselor at HopeHealth, walking alongside others in the kind of loneliness she once knew herself. We’re so grateful for the steady presence she brings to families every day — and for the perspective she carries into this work.

Here’s Tess’s story.

Tess White’s childhood was shaped by loss. Now, as a HopeHealth grief counselor, she draws on her own experience to help others feel seen, heard...

03/01/2026

March is National Social Work Month, and at HopeHealth, we are proud to celebrate the compassionate professionals who walk alongside our patients and families every day.

Our social workers provide guidance during difficult moments, connect families to essential resources, and offer comfort when it’s needed most. Their advocacy and dedication help ensure every patient receives care with dignity and respect.

Please join us in thanking our incredible social work team for the difference they make across our communities.

02/26/2026

Join us as we celebrate 50 Years of Hope & Gratitude at HopeHealth’s Anniversary Gala.

📅 May 21, 2026
📍 WaterFire Arts Center | Providence, RI

An unforgettable evening honoring five decades of compassionate care and the community that makes our mission possible.

More details to come — we look forward to celebrating with you.

Celebrate 50 years of HopeHealth on May 21, 2026! Join us for an anniversary gala honoring five decades of care, compassion, and community.

02/25/2026

If a HopeHealth nurse has made a meaningful difference in the care of your loved one, we invite you to nominate them for Salute to Nurses. Help us recognize their compassion, dedication, and exceptional care by submitting a nomination today:

Patients and their families are encouraged to submit a letter nominating a nurse who has made an impact in the last year for consideration for Boston Globe Media's annual special advertorial, Salute to Nurses. Please note: -- All letters and names submitted of the nurse and the person submitting the...

02/24/2026

Snow may still be falling, but spring learning has officially arrived! Our spring virtual education courses are now open for registration. Expand your expertise in serious illness care, connect with experts, and earn CE credits — all from wherever you are.

View courses and sign up today:

HopeHealth offers professional and caregiver eduation courses on various end-of-life care topics. Learn more and sign up for a course.

02/23/2026

Today’s winter weather has created challenging conditions across our community. With safety as our top priority, our team is working thoughtfully and carefully to ensure essential care continues where it’s needed most.

We’re incredibly grateful for the dedication, planning, and teamwork that allow us to support patients and families — even on snowy days like today.