By arhospice on May 14th, 2020 in Blog, Committed to Veterans, News
Despite the Coronavirus and social distancing, organizations whose missions include honoring the memory and meeting the unique needs of our veteran and first responder populations realized they still needed to find a way to honor the fallen this Memorial Day week. In response, appearances suitable for sharing on social and traditional media were held to […]
By arhospice on April 1st, 2025 in Announcements, News
What: The fourth annual Party at the Plaza benefiting the Arkansas Hospice Family of Care. The 2025 festival theme is “Arkansas Roots,” featuring standout musical acts, visual artists, and community services that call Arkansas home. The event will be a community-oriented celebration for all ages with free concerts throughout the afternoon and evening, food trucks, […]
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By David Edwards on February 6th, 2025 in Announcements, News
dedwards@arkansashospice.org 501-748-3303 NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARK – The Board of Directors of Arkansas Hospice has named Brian W. Bell, MD, FAAHPM, to be the next President and CEO for Arkansas Hospice’s Family of Care. Dr. Bell, who currently serves as the organization’s Chief Medical Officer, will step into his new role effective March 10, 2025. […]
By David Edwards on February 5th, 2025 in Announcements, News
dedwards@arkansashospice.org (501) 748-3303 LITTLE ROCK, ARK – First Choice Senior Care, a part of the Arkansas Hospice Family of Care, announced that it has received both the 2025 Best of Home Care® – Provider of Choice and Employer of Choice Awards from Activated Insights, formerly Home Care Pulse. These awards are granted only to the […]
By David Edwards on February 3rd, 2025 in Announcements, News
dedwards@arkansashospice.org (501) 748-3303 NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARK – Dr. Neal Wyatt, Arkansas Hospice Medical Director, Hospice Services, recently earned the designation Fellow of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (FAAHPM). The Fellow status is the highest honor that can be bestowed upon a member by the Academy, which is the professional organization for […]
By arhospice on December 31st, 2024 in Blog, Patient Stories
In the heart of Monticello, Arkansas, lives a remarkable woman named Inez Spencer-Whitaker, lovingly called “Miss Inez” by her community. As a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Miss Inez has spent much of her life providing care and support to those in need. Her journey in the caregiving field began over 25 years ago she started […]
By arhospice on December 20th, 2024 in Blog, Foundation, Patient Stories, Volunteer
From 11 locations across the Arkansas Hospice service area, 49 merchants, volunteers, and generous participants enrolled in the 2024 Elf Squad. You can still brighten the holidays or any day for an Arkansas Hospice patient and their family by making a donation to help meet a need that is not being met by traditional means. […]
By arhospice on December 10th, 2024 in Blog, Foundation, News, Patient Stories, Rural Care
In the quaint town of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, a remarkable story of hope and love unfolded, showcasing the profound impact of home hospice care. This tale centers around Miracle Bayney, a devoted mother and grandmother, whose final wish was to be reunited with her family. With the support of Arkansas Hospice, Miracle’s heartfelt desire became […]
By arhospice on November 27th, 2024 in Blog, Foundation, Palliative Care, Patient Stories
This week, The Arkansas Hospice Family of Care partnered with New Life Church in Cabot to deliver fried Thanksgiving turkeys to patients in need. Outreach like this is made possible by generous donations to Arkansas Hospice Foundation. Thank you to our donors for helping to share the gifts of kindness and compassion with patients and […]
By arhospice on November 20th, 2024 in Blog
Earlier this year, Arkansas Hospice’s Tina Robbins, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), was honored with the prestigious Willow Award, which recognizes outstanding service and dedication in providing excellence in end-of-life care. Presented by Smith Family Funeral Homes, this award is not just a token of appreciation but a symbol of the respect and gratitude for […]
By David Edwards on November 13th, 2024 in Blog, Foundation, Patient Stories
Mr. Moore, a resident of Hot Springs Village, has always had a passion for golf. From a young age, he found solace and joy in the game, spending countless weekends at the local course perfecting his swing. Golf was more than a sport for him; it was a way of life, a source of happiness, […]
By arhospice on November 12th, 2024 in Announcements, News
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARK – For a fourth year, Arkansas Hospice is brightening the holidays for patients facing life-limiting illnesses through its Elf Squad. “Last year, the Elf Squad put together more than 1,100 gift bags for Arkansas Hospice patients, and we hope to do even more this year,” said Harriet Hawkins, Arkansas Hospice’s director […]
By David Edwards on November 4th, 2024 in Blog, Patient Stories
In the tapestry of life, some stories are woven with threads of resilience, love, and the inevitable passage of time. Today, we delve into the life journey of Tom Rabb, a soldier who navigated the Great Depression, hardships of war, the joy of love, and finding peace in his later years through a chaplain with […]
By arhospice on September 11th, 2024 in Blog, Palliative Care
By Angela Metcalf, APRNArkansas Palliative Care At the tender age of 15, my world was a whirlwind of motorcycle rides and fishing trips, always accompanied by my best friend. We met when I was just six, and together, we grew up exploring life’s simple joys — catching tadpoles, riding bikes and skateboards, and later, mastering […]
By David Edwards on July 2nd, 2024 in Announcements, News
We are pleased to announce that Angela Hansard has joined First Choice Senior Care as our new Director of Marketing. Angela brings with her a wealth of experience within the senior living communities. Her keen focus on customer engagement has consistently connected clients with the best caregivers, enhancing the quality of care and support clients […]
By arhospice on May 30th, 2024 in Blog, Foundation, News
Some fine-feathered residents at Southridge Village Nursing and Rehab in Heber Springs have a new place to roost, thanks to help from Arkansas Hospice and the Arkansas Hospice Foundation. Having chickens at the facility was an idea first hatched when the director of nurses brought an incubator and eggs to the facility, said Shana Rodgers, […]
By arhospice on May 23rd, 2024 in Blog, Foundation, Patient Stories
Like many Arkansas Hospice patients, Carrie wanted to spend her final days in the peace and comfort of her own home, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Carrie also had another wish – to see her son graduate high school.
By arhospice on April 30th, 2024 in Announcements, Blog, Foundation, News
3rd annual award honors longtime Arkansas Hospice volunteer & Arkansas Hospice Foundation board member NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Bruce Holsted, a longtime Arkansas Hospice volunteer and Arkansas Hospice Foundation board member, received the third annual Michael V. Aureli Compass Award during Party at the Plaza, the Foundation’s April 27th event to benefit the Arkansas […]
By David Edwards on April 11th, 2024 in Announcements, News
The Argenta Plaza Mainstage will be the center of activity with concerts headlined by Arkansas Country Music Awards Entertainer of the Year Tyler Kinch and Americana Artist of the year Bonnie Montgomery. Also scheduled to appear are Mac Royals and BIAS, top 9 finalists from NBC’s The Voice, Bijoux, and The Rocktown Sparks.
By arhospice on December 8th, 2023 in News
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARK – For a third year, Arkansas Hospice is brightening the holidays for patients facing life-limiting illnesses through its Elf Squad. “Last year, the Elf Squad put together more than 700 gift bags for Arkansas Hospice patients, and we hope to do even more this year,” said Harriet Hawkins, Arkansas Hospice’s director […]
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