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Volunteer Training Sept. 14!

Hospice Care Plus will host a training for new volunteers on Saturday, September 14, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond. The training is for anyone with an interest in supporting non-profit hospice, palliative, and bereavement care through a variety of patient care or administrative roles. The training is open…

CEO to Retire after 26 Years

After nearly three decades of leadership, Gail McGillis, the CEO of Hospice Care Plus based in Madison County, has announced her retirement. A master’s-prepared nurse, Gail came to Hospice Care Plus in 1994 from the University of Kentucky, where she served as a clinical nurse manager. At that time, the young, grassroots hospice organization employed…

Noodle Nirvana Announces Hospice Partnership

Noodle Nirvana, Berea’s fast-casual restaurant featuring homemade, Thai-inspired noodle bowls, has announced its most recent community partner. Hospice Care Plus, based in Berea, is the fourth non-profit organization to be the beneficiary of Noodle Nirvana’s mission to thrive as a small business while supporting its community with high-impact donations to local non-profits over the course…

Murder Mystery Dinner at Mardi Gras

It’s a murder mystery with a Mardi Gras theme, and it’s happening Saturday, August 10 at the Estill County Fair Barn. With the help of the River City Players Community Theater Group in Irvine, local organizers are planning a night to remember. With a served meal and lots of drama, guests will enjoy puzzling through…

Events & Programs

Give a Heart for Hospice in February

Hearts for Hospice displayed at Community Trust Bank in 2024 During the month of February, several local banks and businesses are hosting the annual “Hearts for Hospice” fundraising event. When you visit the lobby or drive-through of a participating bank or business, you will have the opportunity to request a memorial heart for a donation...

Invitation for the retirement celebration of Teresa Turner, APNP.

Celebrating Teresa Turner’s Retirement

On January 31, Teresa Turner, APRN, will retire from Hospice Care Plus after more than 24 years of service. An open-house retirement party will be held Friday, January 31, 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...

2024 Remembrance Tree Ceremony

The 2024 Remembrance Tree ornament uses a replaceable watch battery and flickers like a real candle. Quick Facts: When: Sunday, December 8, 2 PM Where: First Baptist Church, 425 Eastern Bypass, 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...

Front Desk Volunteer, Cora LePorin does more than answer phones. She makes plants happy wherever she goes.

Volunteer Training June 8

Front Desk Volunteer Cora LePorin does more than answer phones and make families feel at home at the Compassionate Care Center. She makes plants happy wherever she goes. Hospice Care Plus is hosting an in-person training for new volunteers on Saturday, June 8, from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, at the...