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Many people are encouraged to plan “financially” in preparation for a serious illness or death.  But few are encouraged to plan “logistically”. Submitted by Sharon Davidson, Senior Director of Community […]

Submitted by Sharon Davidson, Senior Director of Community Engagement Eva Castillo was named after her great-grandmother, but that isn’t the only thing she shares with her.  She also shares her […]

Submitted by Sharon Davidson, Senior Director of Community Engagement Big Bend Hospice (BBH) is pleased to announce, Bill Wertman, CEO, has been invited to serve on the External Advisory Board […]

The Hospice Specialty License Plate is a way to show your support for hospice care. When you purchase your Hospice specialty license plate, you are helping ensure that every Floridian […]

Submitted by Sharon Davidson, CVASenior Director of Community Engagement In February 1983, Elizabeth Dole is sworn in as the first female Secretary of Transportation, Wayne Gretzky sets NHL all-star record […]

Congratulations Ashley on your Emmy for your part in the 2021 United Way of the Big Bend commercial. Ashley’s accomplishment and involvement in this project is truly incredible. In addition […]

from the Big Bend Hospice Bereavement Department The holiday season can be a wonderful time for many. It can also be stressful and demanding. This can be especially true if […]

Submitted by Katie Mandell, Community Engagement Manager A few weeks ago, the community engagement department received a call from a team social worker asking if we could help a patient […]

Robotic Animals Provide Companionship for Hospice Patients  Submitted by Lisa Baggett, Community Engagement Coordinator Ms. Helen has always loved animals and as an adult, she always had a wide variety of pets.  […]

Submitted by Lisa Baggett, Community Engagement Coordinator Do you remember the Seinfeld episode where George’s father, Frank Costanza, tries to keep his cool by yelling “Serenity now! Serenity now!”? The […]