Butterfly Moments: Inspiration & Guidance from AseraCare Hospice 10/14/2025

Supporting You, One Moment at a Time

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Allison Howell
October 14, 2025

Butterfly Moments: October 14th Edition: Uplifting All Who Care—Connection Through Creativity

Featuring the 🦋Butterfly of Transformation in Our Logo- where our care transforms as your loved ones’ needs transform.

🧩 This Week’s Focus: Connection Through Creativity

Creativity is more than a pastime—it’s a pathway to connection, especially for those living with cognitive decline.

This week, we’re celebrating our custom puzzle activities we held at Elim’s Place and the Veteran’s Home, where residents engaged with personalized puzzles featuring familiar images, October themes, and calming visuals.

These moments sparked joy, storytelling, and meaningful interaction—reminding us that even simple tools can unlock deep connection.

💡 Try this: Ask your team,


“What activity helps you feel focused and calm?”


Encourage them to share it with a resident or coworker this week.

💼 For Activity Directors & Referral Sources:
Ask us about our Custom Puzzle Activities—great for memory care, veteran engagement, and seasonal programming.

💜 Differentiator Spotlight: Dementia Specialty Program

Our Dementia Specialty Program provides advanced support for patients with end-stage dementia and their caregivers. It includes:

  • 🧩 Personalized Engagement Tools like custom puzzles, sensory items, and music therapy

  • 📘 Caregiver Education Booklets to guide families through disease progression

  • 🧠 Non-pharmacologic interventions to reduce agitation and promote comfort

  • 🎗️ Legacy Projects that preserve stories and strengthen family bonds

💼 For Memory Care Units & Administrators:
Ask us about hosting a Dementia Specialty Program Experience for staff and family members. We’re here to support your team and residents.

😊 Happiness & Wellbeing Tips

Creative Ways to Connect This Week:

1️⃣ Puzzle & Chat – Pair a puzzle with a story-sharing session.
2️⃣ Art Cart – Bring coloring pages, stickers, or simple crafts to residents.
3️⃣ Memory Match Game – Use photos of staff, residents, or local places to create a fun matching activity.

Want more fun? ENTER Our Monthly Quiz for some laughs, hospice education, and seasonal cheer!

😊 Happiness & Wellbeing Tips

Creative Ways to Connect This Week:

1️⃣ Puzzle & Chat – Pair a puzzle with a story-sharing session. When we are using our hands to create, we can easily get lost in meaningful conversation.
2️⃣ Art Cart – Bring coloring pages, stickers, or simple crafts to residents or to your loved one.
3️⃣ Memory Match Game – Use photos of staff, residents, family, or local places to create a fun matching activity. This is a great activity to do with your loved ones as well.

“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.”


— Thomas Merton

📣 Community Engagement Highlights

📸 Snapshots of Joy in Action
These custom puzzles sparked more than just curiosity—they sparked connection. From shared smiles to quiet moments of focus, each piece brought residents closer to comfort, memory, and each other.


Thank you to Elim’s Place and the Veteran’s Home for welcoming us into these beautiful moments.

💼 Want to schedule one of these complimentary events for your office or facility?

Reach out to Allison at 559-977-9844 or [email protected]

📣 Community Engagement Menu – Book now for October-December!

We’re booking fall events now! Choose from:

Educational In-Services

  • Hospice 101

  • Dementia Specialty Program

  • Living with Cognitive Impairments

  • Coping with Holiday Stress

Social Connection Events

  • Seasonal drink stations

  • Puzzle & memory activities

  • Veteran pinning ceremonies

📲 Text/Call Allison: 559-977-9844 📧 Email: [email protected]

✨ Now booking for October-December!

💡 These events aren’t just activities—they’re opportunities to build stronger, happier communities.

Do you serve Veterans? If so, reach out to us to schedule your November Veteran Pinning Ceremony.

AseraCare Hospice is a proud 4 Star Accredited Partner with the We Honor Veteran’s Program.

🦋 Closing Thought

In a world that often moves too fast, it’s the quiet, intentional moments—like placing a puzzle piece or sharing a smile—that remind us of the power of presence.

Thank you for helping us create spaces where connection, comfort, and creativity can thrive. Together, we’re building something beautiful—one piece at a time.

With gratitude,
Your AseraCare Hospice Team – Fresno
📞 559-447-2540

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