Our stories about meaningful experiences are written as they unfold. Therefore, most stories are in the present tense. Some of the patients in these stories are no longer with us. They, and their families, gave us permission to share their experience with you. For those who have since passed, we share these in their memories with deep appreciation for what they have taught us about life and living.
Honoring those who have served our country is one of our greatest joys. Not everyone understands how important it can be for a veteran to be formally recognized for their service, especially as the end of life nears. For some, these bedside ceremonies are the first time they’ve experienced that kind of recognition. For Jack, a Korean War veteran, being honored for his service meant more than we could have imagined.
Jack’s family shared with us that the Korean War was often referred to as “The Forgotten War,” and veterans who served in this war sometimes feel overlooked. Jack’s hospice team got to work on planning a recognition for his service. They reached out to Honor Flight Bluegrass, out of Louisville, and plans were underway to get Jack on the next flight to Washington, D.C. Although Jack appreciated the offer, he ultimately decided that a ceremony at home would be best, so we brought the honor flight to him.
On a chilly October evening, members from the local American Legion, along with a representative from Honor Flight Bluegrass, helped us recognize Jack for his dedicated service as a Korean War veteran. There were a few tears, but mostly big smiles and a lot of stories from Jack’s days in the Korean War. His sister said he’d long been waiting for this day – a day to be formally thanked.
How can you honor life during National Hospice & Palliative Care Month? Visit the #WeHonorLife campaign page to learn about all the ways you can help, from volunteering and shopping to helping us increase access to specialized care for the seriously ill and their families. Questions? Contact us at hospice@hospicecp.org or 859-986-1500 or visit our website.
Compassionate Care Plus provides exceptional, compassionate care for individuals with serious and advanced illness; while honoring dignity, ensuring comfort, and celebrating life.
Compassion. Hope. Dignity. Integrity. Accountability.
Our mission reflects the values we hold dear, and our commitment to these values shows in the care we provide.
These values have led us to promise to honor your journey with dignity, compassion, and respect.
Our Service Area:
Our hospice home program serves you, wherever you call home, in the Kentucky counties of Estill, Jackson, Lee, Madison, Owsley, and Rockcastle.
Our inpatient care facility, the Compassionate Care Center, and administrative offices are located in Richmond, Kentucky.
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New Volunteer Training Feb. 10!
Hospice Care Plus is hosting a training for new volunteers on Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond. The training is for individuals who would like to help provide care and support for individuals with a serious illness and their caregivers, either directly or indirectly. Pre-registration is required. To register, contact Stefanie…
Remembrance Tree Dec. 3 @ EKU
The annual Remembrance Tree ceremony is set for Sunday, December 3, 2:00 p.m., at the EKU Center for the Arts Grand Hall. The event is a long-standing tradition for the community, bringing hundreds together on the first Sunday in December for more than 20 years. The Remembrance Tree ceremony gives the community a chance to…
Annual Dinner Award Winners!
Several individuals, groups, and businesses were honored November 16 at Hospice Care Plus’s annual dinner, held in November to celebrate National Hospice Month. Staff members were honored for years of service and presented with employee awards. The Above and Beyond Awards were presented to four community partners who go to great lengths to support hospice…
Boutique Day Benefit Oct. 9!
Boutique Day 2017 is just around the corner, and it will once again give the community a chance to shop for unique gifts while raising funds for a great cause. The Boutique Day benefit for Hospice Care Plus is Monday, October 9, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Berea Hospice Care Plus office,…