Is My Grief “Normal?”
“Sometimes I feel like I’m on an emotional roller coaster. There are times when I’m feeling better and seem to be doing OK. Then it seems like out of nowhere, I’m down and feeling overwhelmed. Is this normal?” The emotional…
Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton to Offer Art-Based Grief Support Group in February
Having support during the grief process is one of the most important predictors of a healthy grief adjustment. For some people, the presence of supportive family and friends offers sufficient comfort. But many people find it helpful to gather with…
Coping with Grief During the Holidays
Birthdays, anniversaries and holidays tend to be particularly challenging for the bereaved, painfully triggering memories and longings for times past. Even in the best of times, the holiday season can tax physical, emotional and financial resources. It should come as…
Registration Is Now Open for Pathways Breakaway Grief Event for Kids
For children and teens who have experienced the death of a parent or a loved one, Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton is offering Pathways Breakaway, a daylong, grief-focused event for youth ages 7-17. The event provides kids the opportunity to enjoy…
Cosmic Bowl Event Raises More Than $22,000 for Patient Care at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton
More than $22,000 was raised by 200 participants at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton’s 22nd annual Cosmic Bowl on Nov. 3 at Poelking-Woodman Lanes in Kettering. Over the past 22 years, the event has raised almost $1 million for patient care…
Landscaper Creates Beautiful Gardens for Patients and Families
The campus grounds of the Hospice House of Dayton offer patients, their families and the community a beautiful setting for contemplation, prayer, meditation, or the enjoyment of nature. Walkways wind across the campus with several private seating areas, sculptures and…
Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Offers Support for Families Experiencing Grief During the Holidays
For those who are experiencing their first holiday following the loss of a loved one, the emotions of the holiday season can be overwhelming. To help, Pathways of Hope at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton is offering Hope for the Holidays,…
Chief of Staff of Dayton VA Medical Center to Speak at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton’s American Pride® Veteran Honor Breakfast
Thomas Hardy, D.O., chief of staff at the Dayton VA Medical Center, will be the keynote speaker at the American Pride® Veteran Honor Breakfast on Thursday, Nov. 14, at 8:30 am, in the Community Room at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton…
Virtual Reality Goggles Take Veteran Patients on a Virtual Trip to the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Ohio’s Hospice is now offering virtual tours for our Veteran patients who are not physically able to travel on an Honor Flight trip to Washington, D.C. Through our Virtual Reality Goggles for Veterans program, Veterans can take a virtual trip…
Annual Remembrance Walk Raises Funds for Patient Care and Services at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton
More than 600 members of the community registered to participate in Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton’s 2019 Annual 3k/5k Remembrance Walk on Oct. 26 at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, raising almost $50,000 for patient care and services. Participants were invited to…
