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Volunteer Training March 2

In-Person Volunteer Training March 2 Hospice Care Plus is hosting an in-person training for new volunteers on Saturday, March 2, 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, at the Madison County Public Library in Richmond. Register today to secure your spot! Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Mariah Smith, volunteer coordinator, says the in-person, group training has a…

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Grief During the Holiday Season

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 among age groups. The…

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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…

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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…

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2025 Remembrance Tree Ceremony: Dec. 7, 2025

Quick Facts: When: Sunday, December 7, 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 welcome to participate, regardless of whether we cared for your loved one. What does...
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Rock the Block: Music Festival to Benefit Hospice Care Plus

Downtown Irvine will come alive with music, food, and community spirit at Rock the Block: Compassion in Action Music Festival, benefiting Hospice Care Plus. Presented by PBT Bank Corp., this first-of-its-kind festival celebrates local talent and supports compassionate end-of-life care for families across six counties: Estill, Jackson, Lee, Madison, Owsley, and Rockcastle. Event details What:...
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New Volunteer Training Saturday May 17

Hospice Care Plus is hosting an in-person training for new volunteers on Saturday, May 17, from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM, at the Madison County Public Library in Richmond. Register today to secure your spot! Lunch will be provided, as well as refreshments and plenty of breaks throughout the day. Mariah Smith, volunteer coordinator, says the in-person,...
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Rockin’ Derby Eve Benefit Friday May 2

Reservations are now open for the Derby Eve Benefit Party: Rockin' Derby Eve! This adult only event is the longest running derby eve tradition in Madison County, and this year promises to be bigger and better than ever. Rockin’ Derby Eve will take place on Friday, May 2, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Richardson...
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