Heart ‘n Home News and Events
In an effort to fulfill our mission of affirming lives, Heart ‘n Home hosts several community events throughout the year, all free of charge. Our employees have a passion for educating others about hospice and palliative care and sharing powerful stories. Stay up to date by subscribing to our GoHOSPICE Newsletter and the Volunteer Focus Newsletter. You’ll also find articles of Heart ‘n Home in the news.
Upcoming Events
Heart ‘n Home Awards
“Best of Gem County” – Messenger Index, 2020
“La Pine Business of the Year” – La Pine Chamber of Commerce, 2019
“Statewide Top 3 of Best Home Care, (chosen by Idaho Residents) Award” – Inbound Systems, 2019
“Heart ‘n Home Volunteer Receives National Volunteers are the Foundation of Hospice Award” – NHPCO, 2019
“Torch Award for Ethics Business of the Year Winner” – Better Business Bureau, 2019
“Torch Award for Ethics Finalist” – Better Business Bureau, 2019
“Best of Treasure Valley” – Inbound Systems, 2018
“Hospice Honors” – 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
“Volunteer-Idaho Hospice Dream Team” – Idaho Quality of Life Coalition, 2012
“Integrity Counts” – Better Business Bureau Snake River Region, 2011
“Medical Director – Idaho Hospice Dream Team” – Idaho Quality of Life Coalition, 2010
“Hospice Aide-Idaho Hospice Dream Team” – Idaho Quality of Life Coalition, 2009
“Above and Beyond” – Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, 2008
“Honoree Healthcare Hero-Elder/Hospice Care” – Idaho Business Review, 2008
“Hospice Aide-Idaho Hospice Dream Team” – Idaho Quality of Life Coalition, 2008
“Office Support-Idaho Hospice Dream Team” – Idaho Quality of Life Coalition, 2008
“Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare” – Modern Healthcare, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2020
“Creative Arts Contest – Social Media” – National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, 2013
“Business of the Year” – Fruitland Chamber Commerce, 2006
News Releases
Remember to Thank Those Who Have Served
November 2019
Heart ‘n Home Volunteer Earns National Volunteer of the Year Award
October 2019
BBB Announces Heart ‘n Home Hospice as 2019 Torch Awards for Ethics Winner
September 2019
Dr. Billy Galligar Joins Heart ‘n Home Hospice
August 2019
Celebrating Older Americans on Senior Citizen’s Day
August 2019
Be Encouraged at the Heart ‘n Home Chalk the Walk Event
July 2019
Heart ‘n Home Chosen as a Best Place to Work in Healthcare
May 2019
Older Americans Month 2019: Connect, Create, Contribute
May 2019
Happy National Healthcare Decisions Day
April 2019
National Volunteer Week- An Opportunity to Thank our Hospice Volunteers
April 2019
Heart ‘n Home Releases New Logo
March 2019
Locals Choose Heart ‘n Home As Best of Treasure Valley
January 2019
Providing Comfort, Dignity, and Respect for Hospice Patients
November 2018
It’s Never Too Late To Say ‘Thank You’ To Our Nation’s Veterans
October 2018
Spiritual Care Week – Hospitality: Cultivating Time
October 2018
Increasing the Standard for Workplace Excellence
October 2018
Heart ‘n Home Receives Hospices Honors Recognition
July 2018
Specialized Care for Veterans
July 2018
Heart ‘n Home Receives 2018 Best Place to Work Award
June 2018
Heart ‘n Home Announces Changes in Senior Leadership
May 2018
National Volunteer Week – Celebrate Service
April 2018
National Healthcare Decisions Day Set for April 16
April 2018
Heart ‘n Home Announces Dr. Ward as New Medical Director
March 2018
Our Bend Office is Moving!
February 2018
Americans Deserve Quality Care at the End of Life
February 2018
Hospice Helps Patients and Families Focus on Quality of Life
October 2017
Heart ‘n Home Meridian Has New Executive Director
October 2017
Heart ‘n Home Offers Support During the Holidays
October 2017
Help Rural Hospice Patients
September 2017
Heart ‘n Home Appoints New Senior Vice President of Education
September 2017
Pain Awareness Month 2017
September 2017
Heart ‘n Home Hosts International Chalk the Walk Event
August 2017
Meet Emmett Volunteer Coordinator – Lois Russell
June 2017
Older Americans Month 2017: Age Out Loud
May 2017
National Healthcare Decisions Day 2017
April 2017
Heart ‘n Home Names New Emmett Executive Director
April 2017
Heart ‘n Home Celebrates 13 Years of Service
March 2017
A Physician’s Role in Hospice
March 2017
Patient Safety Week: Make Your Home Safer
March 2017
Advance Care Planning
January 2017
Heart ‘n Home Has New Senior Vice President
January 2010
New Fruitland Executive Director at Heart ‘n Home
December 2016
Heart ‘n Home Names New Bend Executive Director
December 2016
Heart ‘n Home Names New Caldwell Executive Director
November 2016
Winter Donation Drive for Veterans
November 2016
Thank Our Veterans: Especially at End of Life
November 2016
Know Your Options! Before a Medical Crisis
October 2016
Hospice Targets the Other Side of Pain
September 2016
Emmett Hospice Volunteer Crowned Miss Gem County
June 2016
Caregiver of 30 Years Has a Gift of Providing End-of-life Care
June 2016
Angels Among the Pine Trees
June 2016
Providing Hospice Care in Idaho and Oregon Since 2004
March 2016
Making a Difference for Veterans Nationally
February 2016
Caldwell Chamber Volunteer of the Year
February 2016
New Reimbursement for Advance Care Planning Conversations
January 2016
Hospice Receives National Award Third Consecutive Year
October 2015
Heart ‘n Home Pays it Forward
March 2015
A Cardiac Program for Patients at End of Life
January 2015
Heart ‘n Home Receives National Award as a Best Place to Work
November 2014
Caregiver Support During the Holidays
October 2014
Heart ‘n Home Hosts International Chalk the Walk Event in Bend
August 2014
New La Pine Heart ‘n Home Executive Director
July 2014
Better Care for Veterans in Oregon
July 2014
Scholarships Awarded to High School Students from Heart ‘n Home
May 2014
National Healthcare Decisions Day – Make Your Wishes Known
April 2014
Celebrating Our First Decade
March 2014
Understanding Congestive Heart Failure
January 2014
Celebration of Life – La Pine, Oregon
December 2013
Non-Profit Foundation for Hospice Patients
November 2013
Physician Answers Frequently Asked Questions About Hospice Care
September 2013
How to Identify the Signs of Elder Abuse
June 2013
Heart ‘n Home Bend Open House
April 2013
New Research Validates That Hospice Saves Medicare Dollars
March 2013
Heart Disease is the Leading Cause of Death in the U.S.
January 2013
Heart ‘n Home Partners with Newberry Hospice of La Pine
December 2012
Specialized Care Available for Veterans and Their Families
November 2012
Heart ‘n Home Honors Veterans Every Day, Every Time
October 2012
Heart ‘n Home Opens New Office in Bend, Oregon
September 2012
Heart ‘n Home Opens New Office in La Grande, Oregon
September 2012
Multiple Generations Family of Veterans/Service Members
August 2012
Fruitland Hospice Volunteer Gets State Recognition
July 2012
Better Care for Veterans and their Families
July 2012
Hospice Youth Volunteer Scholarship Winners
June 2012
Boise Hospice and Palliative Care Services
May 2012
Heart ‘n Home Offers Company Cars
April 2012
Heart ‘n Home Celebrates Anniversary
March 2012
Americans Are Aging: WE Need Hospice Care!
February 2012
We’re Moving in Baker City, Oregon
December 2011
Fruitland and Ontario High School Students Make Strides
October 2011
Heart ‘n Home Receives 2011 Integrity Counts Award
October 2011
Specialized End-of-Life Cardiac Program Available
October 2012
Heart ‘n Home Makes Top 100 Best Places to Work!
August 2011
National Healthcare Decisions Day
April 2011
Why End-of-Life Planning is Smart and Necessary
January 2011
Face-to-Face Visits: Beginning Jan 1, 2011
December 2010
You’re Invited! Caldwell Open House
July 2010
Heart ‘n Home welcomes media coverage on end-of-life issues and topics. Contact our Public Relations Team to set up arrangements or to submit a guest blog article.
In the News
Heart ‘n Home Hospice Has Dedicated Covid-19 Team
April 2020
Celebrating the Gifts of Hospice
April 2020
My Hospice: Bob’s Story
March 2020
A Long Haul Trucker’s Last Ride
February 2020
Rural Physicians Will be Key to Treasure Valley’s Future
January 2020
An Ideology That Benefits Everyone
January 2020