News, Events, and Announcements

Grief During the Holiday Season

Tips, Tricks, and True Stories

The holiday season can be a uniquely difficult time for those grieving the loss of a loved one.

A 2021 survey of 2,000* U.S. adults indicated that 36 percent of respondents didn’t want to celebrate the holidays because of feelings of grief or loss. The reasons vary widely from person to person and […]

December 16th, 2023|News & Announcements|

Remembrance Tree Ceremony 2023

QUICK FACTS:

When: Sunday, December 3, 2 PM

Where: EKU Perkins Building, 4436 Kit Carson Drive, Richmond, KY 40475

Why: Whether your loss was recent or not, the holidays are a time when those we’ve lost are especially missed.

Who: All are welcome to participate, regardless of whether we cared for your loved one.

What does the ceremony involve? The […]

November 1st, 2023|Events, News & Announcements|

BID2GIVE Charity Auction is LIVE

The 2023 BID2GIVE Online Charity Auction benefiting Hospice Care Plus is now live.  This year’s auction features more than 140 items, including UK and EKU sports packages, cabin and pontoon rentals, fall décor, antiques, and much more.

Visit the auction site to see items, read descriptions, and place your bids. You will need a Ford […]

October 10th, 2023|News & Announcements|

Dr. Goble is New Chief MD

Rondal Goble, MD, is the new chief medical director for Hospice Care Plus.

Dr. Goble replaces Hanan Budeiri, MD, who retired in August after 23 years with the organization.

“Dr. Goble’s effortless ease of communication is instantly comforting; he is compassionate and has a delightful personality,” says Dr. Budeiri. “Above all, he is a sincere supporter […]

September 8th, 2023|News & Announcements|

Hanan Budeiri, MD, to Retire

On August 25, Hanan Budeiri, MD, our chief medical director, will retire.

An open-house retirement party will be held Friday, August 25, between 12 PM and 2 PM at Hospice Care Plus & Compassionate Care Center on 350 Isaacs Lane in Richmond. All are invited to drop by during this time to celebrate Dr. Budeiri’s […]

August 14th, 2023|Events, News & Announcements|

HCP Wins Hospice Honors Award

Hospice Care Plus has been named a 2023 Hospice Honors Award recipient by Healthcare First.

Hospice Honors is a prestigious program that recognizes hospices across the country providing the highest level of quality as measured by patients and families.  Hospice Care Plus is one of only seven hospices in Kentucky to earn the award in […]

July 21st, 2023|News & Announcements, Promo|

New Bi-Weekly Grief Support Group

Hospice Care Plus is now offering a bi-weekly grief support group for those whose loved ones were cared for by the organization.

The group meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Hospice Care Plus & Compassionate Care Center, 350 Isaacs Lane in Richmond.

Pre-registration is requested […]

June 8th, 2023|Events, News & Announcements|

Celebrating Sue Lunsford’s Retirement

On June 2, Sue Lunsford will retire from Hospice Care Plus after 33 years of service.

An open-house celebration in honor of her retirement, Sue’s “It’s Bittersweet” Farewell, will be held May 26 between 11 AM and 2 PM at Hospice Care Plus & Compassionate Care Center on 350 Isaacs Lane in Richmond. All are […]

May 19th, 2023|News & Announcements|

National Healthcare Decisions Day

National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) is April 16. Hospice Care Plus is honoring the day by offering free resources to residents of our six-county service area to help individuals make and document their healthcare decisions.

Lisa Knicely, the Director of Outreach Programs at Hospice Care Plus and the organization’s lead social worker, says NHDD reinforces […]

April 13th, 2023|News & Announcements|

In-Person Volunteer Training Oct. 21

Hospice Care Plus is hosting an in-person training for new volunteers on Saturday, Oct. 21, 9:30 AM to 5 PM, at the Madison County Public Library in Richmond. Register today to secure your spot!

Online, self-paced training is still available for those who prefer it. Please sign up here for virtual training.

We will provide lunch […]

April 12th, 2023|Events, News & Announcements|