Voices of Care Blog

Supporting Life's Final Journey: My Path as a Hospice Aide

Posted on June 16, 2025 by Esther Rodriguez, Hospice Aide in Hospice careers

Hospice Aide Esther Rodriguez explains what drew her to end-of-life care and how she helps families understand that hospice is about quality of life and dignity. ...

Finding My Calling: My Journey as a Hospice Aide

Posted on June 9, 2025 by Melanie Anderson, Senior Hospice Aide in Hospice careers

Senior Hospice Aide Melanie Anderson discusses what drew her to hospice and what she enjoys most about working at Care Dimensions. ...

Longtime Staff Reflect on 20 Years Working at the Kaplan House

Posted on June 2, 2025 by Shaun Neville in Hospice careers, Kaplan Family Hospice House

Some of our staff who have been with the Kaplan House since it first opened in 2005 reflect on 20 years of service at the facility. ...

Reflecting on 20 Years of Exceptional Care at Kaplan Family Hospice House

Posted on May 20, 2025 by Shaun Neville in Kaplan Family Hospice House

Twenty years since the Kaplan Family Hospice House first opened its doors, two of those who were instrumental in its construction reflect on what the house means to them and the community. ...

Finding Purpose in Hospice Care: My 45 Years as a Volunteer

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Gail Thompson in Hospice, Kaplan Family Hospice House, Volunteers

Over the past four decades, Gail Thompson's connection to hospice has gone from personal loss to profound purpose. She shares the rewards of supporting families through life's most difficult transitions as a hospice volunteer. ...

Finding My Niche: Life as a Hospice Nurse

Posted on May 6, 2025 by Patrick Davidson, RN Case Manager in Hospice, Hospice careers

For nurse Patrick Davidson, there's something profoundly meaningful about working in hospice. He discusses the challenges and the rewards of the profession. ...

For Hospice Nurse, It’s All About Teamwork

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Debbye Lindberg, RN Case Manager in Hospice, Hospice careers

For nurse Debbye Lindberg, hospice is all about teamwork. She talks about how a team approach ensures patients and families get the best care possible. ...

Honoring Caregivers, Offering Support on National Caregivers Day

Posted on February 20, 2025 by Lisa Conti in Caregiving

The need for caregivers is increasing as the population ages and more people are diagnosed with dementia. The free Dementia GUIDE Program can help. ...