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Print & Online Resources for Caregivers

Caregiving for a loved one can be profoundly rewarding, but anyone who has done this work knows that managing multiple responsibilities with limited time can be challenging. In today’s digital age, caregivers can access many websites, apps, and books designed to educate, offer resources, and simplify their caregiving duties. While each offers unique features, they…

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Kroger Community Rewards Makes Giving Easy

The Kroger Community Rewards program allows customers to use their Kroger Plus Card to earn money for their favorite nonprofit organization. All you have to do is register your Kroger Plus Card online at Kroger Community Rewards, search for Hospice Care Plus, and enroll. Then, every time you shop at Kroger and use your Plus Card, our…

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Advance Care Directive: Next Steps

Completing an advance care directive is a significant step in ensuring your healthcare wishes are honored if you cannot communicate them yourself. However, proactive steps are required to ensure your wishes are known and respected. Here are the essential next steps to take after completing your advance care directive. Share Your Documents Make sure that…

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HCP Receives Kentucky Colonels Grant

Hospice Care Plus was awarded a $20,000 grant from the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels (HOKC) to help fund the HVAC Replacement Project at our Compassionate Care Center. The Kentucky Colonel’s Good Works Grant program awarded $2.5 million in grants to support 325 Kentucky non-profits in 2024. Commanding General Gary Boschert says, “Every dollar you…

Events & Programs

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Success!

By all accounts, the 16th annual Derby Eve Benefit, known this year as Bourbon, Boots & BBQ, was a resounding success. More than 300 guests packed Richardson Hall at the Madison County Fairgrounds to celebrate Kentucky's Derby traditions, enjoy country music sensation Walker Montgomery, and raise funds for Hospice Care Plus. Fundraising totals will be...
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Hospice Hoedown Coming Apr. 12

A hoedown is coming to Mt. Vernon, and it’s for a great cause. The first-ever Hospice Hoedown is Friday, April 12 at 7 p.m. at the Silver Eagle. Touted as old-fashioned fun, organizers say the Hoedown will feature live music by Strait Shot, a homemade BBQ meal, a cake walk, cloggers, dancing, a silent auction,...
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Medicare 101 for Family Caregivers

CLICK TO REGISTER ONLINE BY APRIL 9 U-Care is hosting Medicare 101 for Family Caregivers on April 12, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Appalachian College Association in Richmond (801 Brighton Ave., Richmond, next to Galaxy Bowling). Registration is required...
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Reservations: Bourbon, Boots & BBQ

RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON LINE OR BY CALLING 859-986-1500. The Gala on Derby Eve is still a party, but it’s now a party by another name. Hospice Care Plus has announced that the Gala on Derby Eve is being refashioned for 2019 as the Bourbon, Boots...