Butterfly Moments: Inspiration & Guidance from AseraCare Hospice 2/11/2025 Edition

Supporting You, One Moment at a Time

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Allison Howell
February 11, 2025

Butterfly Moments: February 11th Edition: Spreading Love and Compassion in Every Moment

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

As Valentine’s Day approaches, we’re reminded that love and connection are at the heart of everything we do. Whether through a kind word, a moment of care, or a shared smile, love takes many forms—and it’s the foundation of hospice care.

Thank you for joining us this week as we celebrate love in its most meaningful expressions.

Enjoy all the sections below:

Understanding Hospice Care:

The Role of Emotional Support in Hospice

Love and compassion play a vital role in the care we provide. For patients facing a life-limiting illness, emotional support can bring peace and comfort to their journey.

💡 How We Provide Emotional Support:

  • Creating personalized care plans that reflect patients' emotional and spiritual needs.

  • Offering families tools to navigate the complexities of end-of-life care.

  • Building connections that foster a sense of love and dignity.

For administrators and referral sources: Emphasizing emotional care can enhance the well-being of your residents and staff. Let’s partner to create programs that focus on the whole person.

Have fun with our Weekly Quiz!

Little Practices, Big Impact: Happiness Starts Here

Weekly Happiness Tip: Embracing Love and Connection

This week, let’s focus on strengthening the bonds we share with those around us.

✨ Simple Ways to Show Love:
1️⃣ A Thoughtful Note: Share a handwritten note of appreciation.
2️⃣ A Warm Gesture: Offer a hug or a simple act of kindness.
3️⃣ A Moment of Gratitude: Pause to express thanks for someone special in your life.

Quote of the Week:

"The best thing to hold onto in life is each other." – Audrey Hepburn

For administrators and referral sources: Encourage your teams to practice gratitude and connection this week, creating an environment of warmth and unity.

Upcoming Opportunity to Inspire and Uplift

🦋 Make Every Moment Count with AseraCare

Whether you’re seeking support for a loved one or opportunities to bring enrichment to your community, AseraCare is here to help.

Please contact your hospice liaison, 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 🥳🥳🥳🥳

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.

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.

Please reach out to your hospice liaison, 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.

Thank you for being part of the AseraCare family. Together, we’re creating Butterfly Moments filled with love and care.

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