Hospice Care Plus

11/21/2025

We’re Hiring: Night Shift RN – Part Time

Join our award-winning Hospice Care Plus Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, KY, and make a difference in the lives of patients and families needing inpatient or respite support.

We are seeking 2 part-time night shift RNs (7 PM–7 AM, 24 hours/week, alternating weekends) to provide compassionate, expert care as part of our supportive interdisciplinary team, including nurse aides, chaplains, social workers, and volunteers.

If you are a licensed RN in Kentucky with at least one year of nursing experience and want to be part of a caring team, we would love to hear from you.

Learn more and apply today: https://hospicecareplus.org/about-us/careers/

11/20/2025

We’re Hiring: Full-Time Adjunct RN (On-Call)

Hospice Care Plus is looking for a compassionate, experienced RN to join our Hospice Home Care team. This role starts from home and includes triaging patient calls and visiting patients during weeknight and weekend on-call hours.

Schedules Available:
• Monday–Thursday, 5 p.m.–8:30 a.m.
• Friday 5 p.m.–Monday 8:30 a.m.

If you’re an RN who values flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more and apply today: https://hospicecareplus.org/about-us/careers/

11/19/2025

November is National Hospice Month! All month long, we'll share stories and highlight the staff and programs that make our work possible.

Today, we’re highlighting out Grief and Loss Support program.

Hospice care is not just about caring for patients. It’s also about supporting families through times of loss. At Hospice Care Plus, our grief and loss support program provide comfort, guidance, and community for those navigating the journey after the death of a loved one.

When we were contacted by two local schools who had faced sudden loss, Hospice Care Plus was able to provide care kits, like the one shown below, to offer comfort and support to students and staff as they navigated their journey through grief. These kits are just one way we help our community heal and feel supported during difficult times. Through support groups, workshops and resources that support the community, we help people heal while honoring the memories of those they love.

To learn more about our grief and loss support program, visit www.hospicecareplus. org or call Denise McKinney at 859-986-1500.

11/18/2025

Did you catch us on WKYT this morning? Our very own Jenny Niece and Stefanie Manes joined the broadcast to highlight the care and services we provide in honor of National Hospice Month. We’re always grateful for the opportunity to share the important work we do across Estill, Jackson, Lee, Madison, Owsley, and Rockcastle counties.

A heartfelt thank-you to our friends at WKYT for welcoming us and helping us spread the word!
To learn more about the services we provide, how to make a referral, or how to get involved as a volunteer, visit www.hospicecareplus.org or give us a call at 859-986-1500.



https://youtu.be/rTLsl6Zywb0?si=EvNk7gagxvhCqD0A

Jenny Niece and Stefanie Manes - Hospice Care Plus National Hospice Month

11/18/2025

We're just 15 days away from Bluegrass Gives! Hospice Care Plus is just one of over 200 non-profits who are participating!

What is Bluegrass Gives?
Bluegrass Gives, which takes place on Tuesday, December 2, will be a day to unite around causes that make a real difference. It's an opportunity for our region to come together in generosity and support the nonprofits that strengthen our communities.

How YOU can help?
1.) Encourage friends and family to participate in Bluegrass Gives by sharing this post with friends and family!

2.) Learn more about our work, by visiting www.hospicecareplus.org.

3.) Mark your calendar for Tuesday, December 2 and make sure to visit
https://www.bggives.org/organizations/hospice-care-plus

11/17/2025

We're excited about the 2025 Remembrance Tree Ceremony, coming up on December 7! If you're planning on attending, or you're curious about the event, we thought we'd share some "Frequently Asked Questions" about this year's ceremony.

WHEN AND WHERE IS THIS YEAR’S CEREMONY TAKING PLACE?
This year's ceremony will be held on Sunday, December 7, at First Baptist Church (425 Eastern Bypass, Richmond, KY). The ceremony will begin at 2 p.m., but we encourage you to arrive by 1:30 to pick up your reserved ornaments and find a seat.

WILL THE CEREMONY BE LIVE-STREAMED?
The ceremony will take place in person this year. While we live-streamed in past years due to pandemic restrictions, we’re happy to return to our traditional format where families and friends can gather in person to honor their loved ones.

DO I NEED A RESERVATION TO ATTEND?
You’re welcome to attend without a reservation! However, if you’d like to reserve a memorial ornament, please contact us by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4. After that time, ornaments can be requested at the ceremony on Dec. 7!

DID MY LOVED ONE HAVE TO BE CARED FOR BY HOSPICE CARE PLUS TO RESERVE AN ORNAMENT?
Not at all. Everyone who wishes to honor or remember a loved one during the holiday season is welcome to participate, whether or not Hospice Care Plus provided their care.

WILL ORNAMENTS BE AVAILABLE AT THE EVENT ON SUNDAY?
Yes. A limited number of 2025 memorial ornaments will be available at the ceremony. To be sure you receive a personalized ornament though, we encourage you to reserve yours by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4, by calling 859-986-1500.

WILL THERE BE A MEMORIAL SLIDESHOW THIS YEAR?
Due to staffing limitations and our wish to return to the traditional, pre-pandemic format of the Remembrance Tree Ceremony, we will not be including a memorial slideshow. But we’re looking forward to honoring each loved one by reading names aloud, enjoying special music, and spending meaningful time together in fellowship.

HOW DO I RESERVE AN ORNAMENT?
You may reserve your ornaments by visiting https://hospicecareplus.salsalabs.org/remembrancetree2025/index.html or by giving us a call at 859-986-1500. You may also stop by the Compassionate Care Center (350 Isaacs Lane, Richmond) and fill out an ornament request. There is no cost for ornaments, but we do encourage a donation, which supports patient care and services across our 6-county service region.

11/15/2025

All month long, we're celebrating National Hospice Month! We'll share stories and highlight some of the incredible people who make our mission possible!

Meet John Culp, a Hospice Care Plus volunteer since March 1998! For 27 years now, John has shared his time, talents, and compassion supporting in just about every area of our work. From helping our billing and administrative teams, visiting patients at the home & at our Compassionate Care Center, to sitting vigil so no one is alone at life’s end, John is the embodiment of what hospice care is all about.

Join us in celebrating John for his extraordinary dedication and heart! And thank you to all of our amazing volunteers for the care and compassion you give every day.

To learn more about our volunteer program and how you can get involved, visit www.hospicecareplus.org or call Mariah Smith at 859-986-1500.

11/15/2025

Today is National Philanthropy Day, celebrating the power of giving.

We are grateful for the donors who support our patient care programs annually, our community who support our fundraising events, local businesspeople who donate their services, and volunteers who give their time. All bring quality of life and compassion to the seriously ill, family caregivers, and those who grieve. Every effort, regardless of its magnitude or form, makes a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

We are especially grateful for Melanie and Stefanie, whose work makes this possible. They write grants, create and manage events, reach out to and coordinate with community partners, and ensure our charitable programs are well managed and understood. Their work helps build a community that supports us all.

Happy Philanthropy Day to our donors and our fundraising staff.

Thank you for the tangible difference you make in so many lives!

11/13/2025

Preserve memories and honor your loved ones at our upcoming Shadowbox workshops, on Thursday, Nov. 20!

With 3 different sessions to choose from, these workshops will provide a space where you can create a meaningful keepsake in honor of a loved one. All supplies are provided at no cost, and you’re encouraged to bring photos, trinkets and or small mementos that remind you of your loved ones.

Sessions are available at 10 AM, 2 PM, and 6 PM at the Compassionate Care Center, located at 350 Isaacs Lane, Richmond, KY.

Please note: Space is limited to 10 participants per session and registration is REQUIRED. To register, please call Denise McKinney, grief & loss support coordinator, at 859-986-1500.

11/11/2025

National Hospice Month program highlight:
Honoring Veterans Through Compassionate Care

Through the "We Honor Veterans" program, Hospice Care Plus celebrates the dedication and service of patients who have served in the military. One of the ways we honor our veteran patients is through a bedside ceremony. In this ceremony, a veteran volunteer will visit with the patient and present them with a certificate of appreciation for their service.

For veterans like Mr. Howe, a Korean War veteran who said it was “the first time I’ve been thanked,” this simple act brings peace, pride, and closure to the patient and family.

This Veterans Day, we honor all who have served our country. Thank you to every veteran for your courage, dedication, and sacrifice. You inspire us every day.

Today, we invite you to join us in making every day a gift for the patients and families we serve by "Gifting A Day of Care". To learn more, scan the QR code below, visit www.hospicecareplus.org or give us a call at 859-986-1500.

11/11/2025

Save the Date!

Bluegrass Gives is a one-day online giving event that celebrates and supports local nonprofits across Central and Appalachian Kentucky. On December 2, donors can make gifts to participating organizations like Hospice Care Plus, helping strengthen our community and make a real difference. The event also features matching funds and prizes to amplify the impact of every gift.

Join the celebration by supporting Hospice Care Plus and help us show the power of community generosity! Every gift makes a difference. Let’s make December 2 a day to remember!

Visit bggives.org to find out more, and make sure you share about this opportunity with friends and family!