Hospice of Lenawee

11/05/2025

🎉 Congratulations to our six new Hospice of Lenawee Volunteers!

Pictured are Karen, Deitrel, Amy, Sharon, Katee and Maria. They committed to four days (24 hours) of volunteer training, diving into all that Hospice of Lenawee is about and how we support individuals at end-of-life.

One of our newest volunteers, Deitrel, described the experience as “very well-structured and informative. My biggest takeaway is that every single staff and volunteer has a genuine heart not just for the patients but also for the families and the community.”

We’re so proud to welcome these six wonderful people into our team. Soon, they’ll be serving our mission in ways uniquely suited to their gifts and hearts.

If you’re interested in exploring volunteer opportunities with Hospice of Lenawee, please reach out to Heather Rowe, Director of Volunteers, at 517-263-2323.

Thank you, team—together we make a difference in lives, families and our community. 💙

11/04/2025

11/02/2025

🌼 Behind the Heart: The Role of a CNA at Hospice of Lenawee 🌼

At Hospice of Lenawee, every member of our care team plays a vital role — and our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are true champions of compassion. They aren’t just caregivers; they are comforters, companions, and advocates for our patients and families during one of life’s most intimate and important journeys. (Pictured from Left to Right: Dorothy, Caitlin, Brittany, Cindy, Rachel, Kim)

Here’s a glimpse into what our CNAs do every day:

🧼 Personal Care with Dignity

Our CNAs assist patients with their daily living activities — bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, and toileting. They help maintain dignity and comfort when independence may be dwindling.

They also support mobility — helping patients reposition, transfer, or just find a comfortable spot.

💬 Emotional Support & Companionship

Hospice care is about more than just the physical needs. Our CNAs are present for the gentle moments: listening, offering a comforting hand, sharing a laugh, being a calm presence when things are uncertain.

📋 Observation, Communication & Teamwork

Because our CNAs spend so much time with patients, they are the “eyes and ears” of the team. They notice subtle changes in condition, mood, appetite or mobility — and report these to the nurse or care team, so that the plan of care can continue to best reflect a patient’s needs.

🍴 Nutrition & Environment Support

They assist with feeding or offering nourishment when appetite is limited. They help keep the patient’s space clean, comfortable, safe — changing linens, tidying, ensuring the environment supports comfort and peace.

🌿 A Special Calling

Working in hospice care is uniquely challenging and deeply rewarding. Our CNAs bring compassion, patience, observation, adaptability — and the willingness to walk alongside patients and families through deeply personal moments.

👉 If you’ve ever wondered who is quietly bringing comfort, preserving dignity, offering support when it matters most — our CNAs are doing that work. They are integral to ensuring that at Hospice of Lenawee, our patients are supported physically, emotionally, and spiritually — where they call home.

If you’re considering a career in care, or want to learn more about what CNA roles look like at Hospice of Lenawee, we’d love to talk with you. 💛

10/31/2025

💜 Wishing You a Safe & Happy Halloween from Hospice of Lenawee! 🎃

Today our team shared some smiles, laughter, and a little Halloween fun! Moments like these remind us how important it is to celebrate together and find joy in everyday moments—both big and small.

From all of us at Hospice of Lenawee, we wish you a day filled with kindness, connection, and a touch of spooky cheer! 👻💫

10/30/2025

📣 Thank You for Joining Us!

What an incredible day at our Wonka Benefit/Wellness Fair at Hospice of Lenawee! We’re so grateful to each of you who came out, asked questions, connected, and picked up some goodies. 🎁

A very special thank-you goes out to our accountant, Angelina Pechota, and Wendy Rovinsky with Kapnick Insurance, who truly made this event shine. From coordinating the schedule, arranging meaningful vendor partnerships, organizing the space, to ensuring everything ran smoothly — their dedication, energy and vision brought our wellness fair to life.

Huge gratitude, also, to the amazing small-business partners who joined us and provided wonderful freebies. We encourage you to support them as they’ve supported our mission:

Earth Angel Massage – Hannah Schick (115-117 E Maumee Ste 140, Adrian; 517-216-7795) or book online ➡ [ https://www.massagebook.com/therapists/earth-angel-massage-and-aromatherapy -llc]

The Centre Family – 1800 US-223, Adrian; 517-263-6232; www.thecentre.info

Nutrition 365 with Angela Lawson – 110 N Main St., Adrian; https://www.nutrition365adrian.com/

Schmidt & Sons Pharmacy – Sam (120 E Chicago Blvd, Unit 1, Tecumseh; 517-423-3250)

Front Yard Cards - Servicing Lenawee County, Michigan. Phone: 1 812-480-0028. Email: [email protected]. https://www.theperfectpicphotobooth.com/yard-card-greetings

Thank you all for being a part of our community, sharing our mission of care and wellness, and supporting local businesses. We’re excited for the many more opportunities ahead to build health, hope, and connection together. 💚

10/29/2025

🌟 Be the Bridge of Hope – Spiritual Care Coordinator Wanted

At Hospice of Lenawee, we’ve served our community since 1982 with one mission: compassionate, patient- and family-centered care.

We’re looking for someone who shares that mission to serve as a Spiritual Care Coordinator (part-time, day shift) on our direct care team.

What you’ll embrace:

• Offering spiritual care & counseling to patients, families, staff
• Conducting spiritual assessments, visiting homes/facilities, documenting with the care team
• Collaborating with local religious leaders and supporting our community’s spiritual needs

Why it matters:

This isn’t just a job — it’s a calling. We believe in caring for the whole person: physical, emotional, social, and spiritual.

Join us and receive:

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Generous paid time off + 11 paid holidays including your birthday
• Mileage reimbursement
➡️ For full details & to apply go to our website: Hospice of Lenawee – Join Our Team

Be part of something meaningful. Be part of the Hospice of Lenawee family.

10/28/2025

🌟 Meet Our Weekend Warrior Nurses! 🌟

Every weekend, our team is supported by two dedicated “Weekend Warrior” nurses, Ashley Higgins and Michaela Horgan, who step in to ensure our patients and families receive consistent, compassionate care even when many of our weekday staff are off.

These remarkable professionals:

• Cover for our case managers — making sure no question goes unanswered and no need goes unmet over the weekend
• Follow up on triage calls promptly, ensuring that urgent concerns are addressed and patients/families feel supported
• Conduct in-person visits with patients on weekends, maintaining continuity of care and peace of mind for families

We couldn’t do it without our Weekend Warriors. Their commitment means that whether it’s Saturday afternoon or Sunday evening, our patients and families have a skilled clinical partner they can count on.

👏 A huge thank you to our weekend nurses for being there when it really matters—your dedication makes a difference.

If you or a loved one are in need of hospice care or have questions about our services on weekends, we’re here to help — day or weekend, Hospice of Lenawee has your back.

10/26/2025

🎃👻 Spooktacular Outreach Alert! 👻🎃

Our community liaison duo, Lupe Salazar Hamden & Dave Ross from Hospice of Lenawee, had a blast hitting up Trunk or Treat events at three spots around town — at Lenawee Medical Care Facility, Twin Pines Eatery & Putt and Charlotte Stephenson Assisted Living.

They handed out treats, shared smiles, and made new friends — because outreach doesn’t have to be serious all the time 😊.

And yes — even our fearless leader, Travis Havens (President & CEO), joined the fun in a bat-eye Halloween mask that may or may not have caused a few double-takes. 🕷️🎭

We love being part of this community, and events like these remind us that care, connection, and a little whimsy can go hand in hand. Thanks to everyone who came out, and if you missed us this time — stay tuned for the next one!

Lenawee Medical Care Facility
Twin Pines Eatery

10/24/2025

🎉 What a blast it was for the team at Hospice of Lenawee! We hosted an epic staff and employee tailgate party to celebrate the game between the Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartans — and it was a hit!

🌮 Our taco bar in the conference room ran from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and the spread was delicious!

🎲 Outside, yard games were going strong: Corn Hole, Connect Four, and Granny Pants Ball (yes — catching those balls in the pants!)

👕 We saw plenty of school-shirts, big smiles, friendly rivalry, and lots of fun.

Thank you to all our employees and staff for coming out, bringing the spirit, and making the afternoon unforgettable. Here’s to more fun, great food, and friendly competition! 🥳

10/23/2025

"Compassionate care brings comfort, peace, and hope even in the hardest times."
~Anonymous

10/21/2025

🎖️ Attention Veterans!

Join us at Hospice of Lenawee on Tuesday, November 11 (Veteran’s Day) from 10:00 a.m. to noon for our Annual Veterans Day Drive-Thru Event!
📍 1903 Wolf Creek Hwy, Adrian, MI

What we’re offering:

- A complimentary ½-pint of Kapnick Orchard’s delicious apple butter (while supplies last).

- A beautiful handcrafted wooden charcuterie board or coaster (while supplies last), lovingly made by one of our Hospice of Lenawee family members in memory of his son.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. We look forward to honoring you on this special day.

10/19/2025

Hospice of Lenawee had an incredibly fun time with the team at Creek Enterprises for a Charcuterie Party. The owner purchased this experience during the live auction at our Annual Fundraiser in June, and it was a pleasure to bring it to life.

Our Director of Development, Heather Perez, and her mom, Diane, led a hands-on class on building beautiful boards. A special thank-you to Terry Johnston for crafting custom charcuterie boards for each employee—a generous and memorable touch.

Thank you, Creek Enterprises, for your warm welcome and partnership. We truly enjoyed getting to know your team.

Creek Enterprise Inc