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Recent News & Announcements

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HCP Launches New Website

Hospice Care Plus has launched a re-design of the hospicecareplus.org website. The new design provides visitors with a more informative and user-friendly experience and easy access to the support, resources, and education needed to make informed health and caregiving decisions when faced with serious illness. “We strive to make every interaction with Hospice Care Plus…

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Print & Online Resources for Caregivers

Caregiving for a loved one can be profoundly rewarding, but anyone who has done this work knows that managing multiple responsibilities with limited time can be challenging. In today’s digital age, caregivers can access many websites, apps, and books designed to educate, offer resources, and simplify their caregiving duties. While each offers unique features, they…

Woman shopping at Kroger to Benefit Hospice Care Plus through Community Rewards program.

Kroger Community Rewards Makes Giving Easy

The Kroger Community Rewards program allows customers to use their Kroger Plus Card to earn money for their favorite nonprofit organization. All you have to do is register your Kroger Plus Card online at Kroger Community Rewards, search for Hospice Care Plus, and enroll. Then, every time you shop at Kroger and use your Plus Card, our…

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Advance Care Directive: Next Steps

Completing an advance care directive is a significant step in ensuring your healthcare wishes are honored if you cannot communicate them yourself. However, proactive steps are required to ensure your wishes are known and respected. Here are the essential next steps to take after completing your advance care directive. Share Your Documents Make sure that…

Events & Programs

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Medicare 101 for Family Caregivers

CLICK TO REGISTER ONLINE BY APRIL 9 U-Care is hosting Medicare 101 for Family Caregivers on April 12, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Appalachian College Association in Richmond (801 Brighton Ave., Richmond, next to Galaxy Bowling). Registration is required...
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Reservations: Bourbon, Boots & BBQ

RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON LINE OR BY CALLING 859-986-1500. The Gala on Derby Eve is still a party, but it’s now a party by another name. Hospice Care Plus has announced that the Gala on Derby Eve is being refashioned for 2019 as the Bourbon, Boots...
Country music's Walker Montgomery will be the special guest and live performer at this year's Gala on Derby Eve.

Gala on Derby Eve Special Guest!

Country music's Walker Montgomery will be the special guest and live performer at this year's Gala on Derby Eve. The Gala on Derby Eve, Madison County’s longest-running Derby party, has announced that this year’s event will feature a special guest....
Jelemia Sanders, a 20-plus year volunteer at Hospice Care Plus, answers phones at the Compassionate Care Center.

New Volunteer Training Feb. 2

Jelemia Sanders, a 20-plus year volunteer at Hospice Care Plus, answers phones at the Compassionate Care Center. Hospice Care Plus will host a training for new volunteers on Saturday, February 2, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond. The training is for anyone with an interest...