National Doctors' Day is held every year on March 30th in the United States. It is a day to celebrate the contribution of physicians who serve the community. The first Doctor's Day observance was March 30, 1933 in Winder, Georgia. Eudora Brown Almond, wife of Dr. Charles B. Almond, decided to set aside a day […]
National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities and be a force that transforms the world. Each year, we shine a light on the people and causes that inspire us to serve, recognizing and thanking volunteers […]
Houston Hospice 20th Annual Butterfly Luncheon is Monday, April 19, 2021 and you are invited! The Butterfly Luncheon benefiting Houston Hospice and its Butterfly Program for pediatric hospice patients and their families is celebrating its 20th Anniversary. We invite you to join us for this uplifting event as we reflect on how far we have come and […]
National Nurses Week begins each year on May 6th and ends on May 12th, Florence Nightingale's birthday. These permanent dates enhance planning and position National Nurses Week as an established recognition event. Join us in celebrating our Houston Hospice Nurses. Check back for updates.
Houston Hospice is pleased to announce that the 23rd Annual Spirit Award Dinner will be held Tuesday, October 19, 2021 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the River Oaks Country Club, 1600 River Oaks Blvd., Houston, Texas 77019. Honoree Join us as we honor Rosanette “Rose” Cullen as the recipient of the Laura Lee […]
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Hospice and palliative care programs across the country are reaching out to raise awareness about hospice and palliative care. Hospice is not a place but high-quality care that enables patients and families to focus on living as fully as possible despite a life-limiting illness. Palliative care brings […]
Image: Houston Hospice Trees of Light Garden Illumination in the Texas Medical Center November 30, 2021 This holiday season, Houston Hospice is honoring hospice patients, families, staff, volunteers, and loved ones who have passed by illuminating its Historic Garden, with 100,000 brilliant lights for all to see. The Houston Hospice Trees of Light Garden Illumination […]
The 24th Annual Laura Lee Blanton Community Spirit Award Dinner will be held Thursday, October 20, 2022 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the River Oaks Country Club. Spirit Award Dinner Honorees This year we will honor and present the Laura Lee Blanton Community Spirit Award to Jim Reeder and Eric Nevil, recognizing the […]
The 22nd Annual Houston Hospice Butterfly Luncheon will be held Friday, March 24, 2023 at 11:00 am. Butterfly Luncheon Speakers Patients and families at Houston Hospice are surrounded by a cocoon of support. Our interdisciplinary care teams become extended family members as they attend to the needs of the entire family during their loved ones’ […]
Grieving is a natural part of the healing process and support groups provide an opportunity for you to listen to the stories of others in similar situations and to share your experiences, as well. Join us to listen, share and be with others who understand. These open-format groups offer ongoing support during the grief process […]
