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Butterfly Moments: Inspiration & Guidance from AseraCare Hospice 1/7/2025 Edition
Supporting You, One Moment at a Time


Butterfly Moments: January 7th Edition: Starting the New Year with Care and Connection
Featuring the 🦋Butterfly of Transformation in Our Logo- where our care transforms as your loved ones’ needs transform.
Welcome to the first full week of 2025! As we move forward into this year, we’re inspired to continue creating moments of connection, care, and joy. Whether you’re a caregiver, administrator, family member, or part of our incredible team, we’re so grateful to have you here as we work together to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Thank you for starting the year with us. Let’s make it a great one!
Enjoy all the sections below:
Understanding Hospice Care:
New Year’s Resolutions in Hospice Care
The start of the year is the perfect time to reflect on how we can better support those with life-limiting diagnoses. Here are some resolutions we’re embracing at AseraCare Hospice:
✨ Enhancing Caregiver Support: Empowering caregivers with tools and education to ease their journey.
✨ Expanding Outreach: Connecting with more families to ensure they know about the benefits of hospice care.
✨ Promoting Dignity and Comfort: Continuing to prioritize quality of life for every patient.
Hospice care is about embracing life’s moments and finding peace and connection along the way.
For administrators and referral sources: Partner with us to bring “Hospice 101” or similar educational programs to your staff or community. Let’s start 2025 with impactful learning opportunities!
Have fun with our Weekly Quiz!
Little Practices, Big Impact: Happiness Starts Here
Weekly Happiness Tip: Small Steps, Big Joy
The beginning of a new year can feel overwhelming, but joy often lies in the small, meaningful moments. Try these tips to make 2025 your happiest year yet:
🌟 Celebrate the Little Things: A smile, a kind word, or a quiet moment of gratitude can brighten your day.
🌟 Practice Kindness: Helping others can increase your own sense of purpose and happiness.
🌟 Stay Present: Focus on the here and now to savor life’s simple joys.
Quote of the Week: "Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions." – Dalai Lama | ![]() |
For administrators and referral sources: Encourage your team to embrace small acts of kindness and recognition within your workplace. A little positivity goes a long way!
Creating Meaningful Connections: Events Recap
Recent Events:
🌟 Weekly Quiz Connection!
Congratulations to Michelle, who won last week’s quiz with her quick thinking and hospice knowledge. Thank you for participating and spreading some friendly competition and connection among your team.

🌟 Last Week’s Quiz Winner: Michelle from A Place Called Home!
Want to join the fun? Simply scan the QR code to play along. Check back here and in our social media posts each Tuesday to see who won.
🌟 Reflecting on the Holidays
As we close out the holiday season, we’re so grateful for the connections we’ve made with our caregivers, patients, and community. Thank you for allowing us to share in your stories, celebrations, and moments of care.
For administrators and referral sources: Hosting fun activities like our quizzes can be a great way to boost morale and create moments of joy in your facilities for both residents and staff. Let us know if you'd like to join in!
Upcoming Opportunity to Inspire and Uplift
🦋 Make 2025 a Year of Compassion and Connection
Whether through education, engagement, or direct care, we’re here to partner with you to support those in need.

Please contact our Community Engagement Coordinator, Allison, at 559-447-2540 or via email [email protected] .

FAQs
Who can attend these trainings and events?
Our events are designed for caregivers, healthcare professionals, staff at skilled nursing and assisted living facilities, and members of the elderly community, and their loved ones.
Are these events free to attend?
Yes, all of our community engagement events are offered at no cost to participants.
How do I sign up for a training or event?
You can register by contacting our Community Engagement Coordinator directly via phone or email, or by reaching out to your Hospice Liaison.
Can trainings be customized for different audiences?
Yes, we can tailor our trainings to meet the unique needs of different audiences, including seniors, family members, healthcare professionals, caregivers, or specific facility staff. Let us know your specific requirements, and we will work with you to customize the content to ensure it’s relevant and valuable for your team.
Quiz Winner for last week
Angelica from Community Health Partners Halifax- our weekly quiz winner 🥳🥳🥳🥳
Have questions about how AseraCare can support you, your loved ones, or your team? Let’s connect—we’re here to help. We’re just a call or click away.
Hospice is 100% covered by Medicare for all eligible patients and is covered by most Medicaid and commercial insurance plans. Anyone can refer a patient to hospice, and the evaluation is free.
If you're not sure whether you or your loved one might be eligible to receive hospice care, this brief questionnaire might help by providing a personalized report.
Want to be a featured resource for our community?

Please reach out to our Hospice Community Engagement Coordinator, Allison, at 559-447-2540 or [email protected]
Want to make a difference in your community? Consider becoming a hospice volunteer.
Whether you have a special talent you'd like to share, want to help with administrative tasks, or would like to spend time with our patients,
We have a place for you.
There are many types of opportunities to volunteer in Hospice, including:
• providing direct care activities, such as patient companionship visits
• assisting with Bereavement Support
• performing administrative duties
• utilizing professional talents, i.e. Hairdressing, barber, etc.
• providing Complementary and Alternative therapies (as approved)
• providing certified Pet Therapy visits
• providing respite care
• sitting vigil with dying patients
• engaging in Veteran specific programs, such as Vet-to-Vet cafés,
Veteran pinnings, etc.