Shirkey Hospice & Palliative Care

02/23/2026

If you’re looking for trusted, hometown hospice care, start here.

Our website provides information about hospice services, volunteer opportunities, referrals, grief support, and the communities we serve.

Explore our services and connect with our team today:

Shirkey Hospice & Palliative Care helps in the transition from cure to comfort care to allow individuals to live life as fully as possible.

02/21/2026

Grief doesn’t end when care does.

Shirkey Hospice offers ongoing bereavement and spiritual support to families, including trained grief counselors and chaplain services. We help loved ones process loss, find healthy ways to cope, and feel supported during the healing journey.

If you or someone you know could benefit, call 816-776-5403 to learn more.

02/19/2026

Navigating hospice care can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Our team provides guidance, education, and grief support for both patients and families every step of the way. We’re here to answer questions, coordinate care, and walk alongside you with compassion and clarity.

Learn more about referrals and services at shirkeyhospice.com or call 816-776-5403.

02/17/2026

Looking for a meaningful way to give back?

Hospice volunteers provide companionship, comfort, and support to patients and families during some of life’s most important moments. Whether it’s sitting bedside, offering conversation, or simply being present: your time matters.

Make a difference today at shirkeyhospice.com 🌿

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day 💕

Today is a reminder to slow down and cherish the moments that matter most. We encourage you to spend time with those you love, share kindness freely, and hold close what brings comfort and connection.

02/14/2026

Expert care with a hometown approach 🤍

Combining clinical expertise with genuine compassion, our hospice team delivers comfort-focused care that feels personal, familiar, and supportive, because quality care should always feel close to home.

02/12/2026

We are sending a heartfelt THANK YOU to Kristin Wheeler and the amazing members of Sigma Nu of Norborne for bringing Valentine cheer to our hospice patients! 💌

Each handmade Valentine card, paired with a thoughtful selection of chocolate treats, was a beautiful reminder that kindness and compassion are alive and well in our community. Your time, creativity, and generosity brought so much warmth and joy to our patients—and to all of us at Shirkey Hospice and Palliative Care.

Your caring spirit makes a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful. 💖

02/11/2026

As a local hospice provider, we are honored to serve families across our surrounding communities with personalized, compassionate care. When you choose Shirkey, you’re choosing neighbors who care deeply and show up when it matters most.

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02/09/2026

Compassionate care starts with people who truly care. Our dedicated hospice team is honored to serve patients and families with dignity, expertise, and heart: making a difference through every moment, every visit, and every connection.

02/07/2026

What does compassionate hospice care really look like? This short video offers a closer look at how our team supports comfort, dignity, and personalized care for patients and families during life’s most important moments.

Our Difference: Around-the-clock bedside vigil – caring for you like family.By being a nonprofit, Shirkey Hospice & Palliative Care is dedicated to making ea...

02/05/2026

Spiritual care is about honoring what brings peace, meaning, and comfort — no matter one’s beliefs. Our hospice chaplain and care team support emotional and spiritual well-being through presence, conversation, prayer, reflection, or simply sitting together in silence.

02/03/2026

How to help a loved one in hospice care 💜

Supporting a loved one in hospice doesn’t require having all the answers: small, intentional actions can make a meaningful difference. Research and hospice care best practices show that these simple steps can bring comfort and reduce anxiety:

• Be present: quiet companionship often matters more than conversation
• Listen without correcting or rushing, and validation brings emotional relief
• Maintain familiar routines to create a sense of security
• Offer gentle physical comfort like holding a hand or light touch (when welcomed)
• Help manage the environment with soft lighting, favorite music, and calm surroundings
• Accept support for yourself as caregiver well-being improves patient comfort
Our hospice team is here to support both patients and families every step of the way.