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Big Bend Hospice provides compassionate care to individuals with a life limiting illness, comfort to their families, and emotional support to anyone in the community who has lost a loved one.

02/04/2026

We are grateful to WMBB News 13 for highlighting Big Bend Hospice’s expansion into Jackson County and sharing this important milestone with the community. 💚 We are excited to spread the word that compassionate, expert hospice care is now available closer to home for patients and families in Jackson County.

Learn more at https://ow.ly/XKy050Y8Zxe

02/03/2026

🎉✂️ Today, Big Bend Hospice proudly expanded our service area to include Jackson County with a ribbon cutting at Marianna’s Historic Russ House, bringing compassionate care closer to home.

This new location reflects our commitment to meeting patients and families where they are, delivering expert care within the communities we serve. Being present locally means greater access, stronger connections, and more support when it matters most.

Thank you to our community partners, team members, and supporters who joined us to celebrate this exciting milestone. We are honored to serve Jackson County and proud to continue expanding hospice care across the Big Bend region. 💚

02/02/2026

💚 Big Bend Hospice Care and Comfort Drive for Gadsden County

From February 1 through March 15, we are collecting much-needed items to support Big Bend Hospice patients in Gadsden County. Your generosity helps provide comfort and dignity during a very meaningful time.

Items needed:
Nutrition shakes like Ensure or Boost
Twin XL bed sheets
Towels and washcloths

Drop-off location:
Big Bend Hospice Quincy Office
208 N. Adams Street, Quincy
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thank you for supporting your Hometown Hospice and helping ensure our patients feel cared for every step of the way!

01/30/2026

Big Bend Hospice invites local clergy and faith leaders to our Breaking Bread Gathering. 🍞

March’s topic will be Spiritual Needs of the Dying: Accompanying Individuals at the End of Life.

Join us for a free luncheon and thoughtful conversation focused on providing compassionate spiritual presence at the end of life. This gathering offers time for reflection and learning across diverse belief systems.

📅 Thursday, March 5
⏰ Noon to 1:15 PM
📍 Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee

This event is open to clergy and faith leaders across the Big Bend region. Please feel free to invite others from your congregation who may benefit.

To reserve your place, contact Amanda Messer at (850) 878-5310 or amesser@bigbendhospice.org

This gathering is open to all clergy and faith leaders in Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden,
Gulf, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, and Wakulla Counties

01/29/2026

Big Bend Hospice is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist in Tallahassee. This role is about more than invoices and reconciliations, it is about supporting a mission that has served our Big Bend community for more than 40 years.

If you are detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in accounts payable, this full-time, hybrid position offers the chance to put your skills to work in a meaningful way. From managing vendor invoices to supporting month-end close, you will play an important role in keeping our operations running smoothly so our care teams can focus on what matters most.

✨ Full-time, day shift
✨ $23 to $27 per hour
✨ Hybrid work setting
✨ Strong benefits and mission-driven culture

Join your Hometown Hospice and help support compassionate care for patients and families across the Big Bend.

👉 Apply today and grow your career: bigbendhospice.org/careers

01/28/2026

💚 When a loved one needs hospice care, having a compassionate, trusted team makes all the difference.

From day one, the Big Bend Hospice team is there with thoughtful care, guidance, and support for both your loved one and your family every step of the way.

Hospice care at Big Bend Hospice goes beyond medicine. It focuses on comfort, dignity, and support for the entire family. Learn more at bigbendhospice.org or call (850) 878-5310.

01/27/2026

Bringing compassionate hospice care closer to home has always been at the heart of our mission. In a new article, Big Bend Hospice CEO Bill Wertman shares how recent expansions into Calhoun County, with Jackson County soon to follow, reflect our continued commitment to serving families wherever they live.

These milestones are about more than growth. They reflect the trust of our communities and our commitment to making compassionate, dignified care accessible across the region.

Read more about how Big Bend Hospice is reaching more communities with compassionate care at https://bigbendhospice.org/blog/expanding-our-promise/

01/26/2026

💚 Join us tomorrow for Children’s Night at Big Bend Hospice

Has your child experienced the loss of someone special? Children’s Night offers a safe, caring space for children ages 6 to 12 to express their feelings, connect with others, and learn healthy ways to cope with grief.

This free monthly gathering uses age appropriate activities to help children feel supported and understood, while reminding them they are not alone in their grief journey.

📅 Tomorrow, January 27
⏰ 5:30 to 6:30 PM
📍 Big Bend Hospice, Jean McCully Family House

Registration is encouraged. Learn more at https://bigbendhospice.org/calendar/childrens-night/2026-01-27/

01/26/2026

💚 We are so grateful to the Wakulla County Moose Lodge for their generous donation of much-needed supplies to support Big Bend Hospice patients in Wakulla County. This wonderful gift was made possible through the kindness and dedication of Terry Palmer, Robert Estevez, and Tracey Guy. Thank you for going above and beyond for our patients and families.

Donations like these help us provide comfort and compassionate care when it matters most. Support from our community truly makes a difference for patients and their loved ones across the Big Bend.

Want to help support the mission of Big Bend Hospice? You can help by donating supplies, volunteering your time, or making a financial gift. Learn more at bigbendhospice.org.

01/22/2026

Big Bend Hospice is excited to host a Jackson County Ribbon Cutting as we celebrate bringing compassionate hospice care closer to home.

📅 Tuesday, February 3, 2026
⏰ 9:30 am CT | 10:30 am ET
📍 Russ House & Jackson County Visitors Center
4318 Lafayette Street, Marianna, FL 32446

We invite you to celebrate alongside community leaders, partners, and residents as we mark this important moment.

A reception will follow the ceremony, offering an opportunity to connect, reflect, and celebrate our continued commitment to serving patients and families in Jackson County.

We would be honored to share this special day with you. 💚

01/19/2026

Big Bend Hospice was honored to participate in the City of Tallahassee’s MLK Day Parade, joining our community in celebrating the life, legacy, and leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

As an organization rooted in compassion, dignity, and service, this day reminded us of the importance of caring for one another and standing together to uplift our community. We are grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside so many individuals, organizations, and families committed to unity, hope, and service above self.

Thank you to the City of Tallahassee for hosting a beautiful and meaningful celebration, and to our team members who proudly represented Big Bend Hospice.

01/19/2026

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his enduring call to lead with compassion and courage. His words remind us that progress often begins with trust, hope, and the willingness to move forward even when the path ahead is uncertain.

In hospice and palliative care, this message resonates deeply. Each day, patients and families take steps rooted in trust as they navigate complex and emotional moments. Our role is to walk alongside them with understanding and respect, offering comfort, clarity, and support at every stage.

Dr. King’s belief in equity and dignity continues to guide our work as we serve individuals and families from all walks of life. We honor his legacy by meeting people where they are, advocating for compassionate care, and leading with empathy in all that we do.

Today and always, we carry his legacy forward through compassion and care.

Address

1723 Mahan Center Boulevard
Tallahassee, FL
32308

Telephone

+18508785310

Website

http://www.bigbendhospice.org/

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