Franklin County Open House
Big Bend Hospice will host an open house at our new 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡! Join us 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟕, from 𝟏𝟏:𝟎𝟎 𝐚𝐦 to 𝟏:𝟎𝟎 𝐩𝐦 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐓𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐳𝐚, 𝟏𝟕𝟏 𝐔𝐒 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝟗𝟖 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭, 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭, 𝐅𝐋 for light refreshments and a tour of our newest facility. Learn about Complementary Therapies, Employment and Volunteer Opportunities, Palliative Care, Grief Support Services, Veterans Services, and more! 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞, contact Sharon Davidson at sddavidson@bigbendhospice.org
Six Week Grief Group: Session 1-FULL
These sessions meet every Thursday in the McCully House Great Room. This six week group is full. Please contact Pam Mezzina for available future dates. Contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org to sign up.
September Suicide Loss Support Group
Have you lost someone to suicide? This group offers a safe place for adult survivors of suicide loss to meet in a confidential and compassionate setting each month. Tuesday, September 12 McCully House Great Room 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee For more information or to register please contact: Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org. This is a free community service of Big Bend Hospice. Donations are greatly appreciated.
Six Week Grief Group: Session 2
These sessions meet every Thursday in the McCully House Great Room. Space is limited, registration is required. Contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org to sign up.
Volunteer Training – September
Lend a Helping Hand to Hospice Patients: Become a BBH Volunteer Saturday, September 16th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Big Bend Hospice Campus 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL 32308 WHAT CAN BIG BEND HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS PROVIDE? • Help Write Letters or Legacy Documents • Play Fun Games • Social, Emotional, and Practical Support • Light Housekeeping • Offer Caregiver Support and Respite • Read Books & Newspapers • Shopping, Errands & Transportation • Discuss Current Events • Help with Pet Care • Meal Prep and More! Please call our Volunteer Department for more information at (850) 878-5310! READY TO GET STARTED? Fill out our easy online application. Get Started Here!
Six Week Grief Group: Session 3
These sessions meet every Thursday in the McCully House Great Room. Space is limited, registration is required. Contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org to sign up.
September Children’s Grief Group
Big Bend Hospice provides a safe and compassionate place each month to support grieving teens. This group is open to high school students whether or not their loved one was cared for by Big Bend Hospice. Please note that the death does not have to be recent for a teen to benefit from this group, but it may not be appropriate for teens that have experienced a very recent (3 months or less) or traumatic loss. All sessions are provided by professional grief counselors and trained volunteers. Monday, September 25 1669 Mahan Center Blvd. Group Room Space is limited, registration is required. For more information or to register please contact: Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org. This is a free community service of Big Bend Hospice. Donations are greatly appreciated.
Six Week Grief Group: Session 4
These sessions meet every Thursday in the McCully House Great Room. Space is limited, registration is required. Contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org to sign up.
October Teen Night
Big Bend Hospice provides a safe and compassionate place each month to support grieving teens. This group is open to high school students whether or not their loved one was cared for by Big Bend Hospice. Please note that the death does not have to be recent for a teen to benefit from this group, but it may not be appropriate for teens that have experienced a very recent (3 months or less) or traumatic loss. All sessions are provided by professional grief counselors and trained volunteers. Monday, October 2 1723 Mahan Center Blvd. Conference Room C Space is limited, registration is required. For more information or to register please contact: Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org. This is a free community service of Big Bend Hospice. Donations are greatly appreciated.
Six Week Grief Group: Session 5
These sessions meet every Thursday in the McCully House Great Room. Space is limited, registration is required. Contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org to sign up.
2023 Dr. Bass Golf Tournament
Big Bend Hospice cordially invites you to participate in the 23rd Annual Dr. Glenn Bass Golf Tournament Tuesday, October 10, 2023 *October 12 Raindate* Golden Eagle Country Club Proceeds this year will be used to support Big Bend Hospice’s unfunded programs. Over the past 22 years, this tournament has generated over $1.5 MILLION to support patients and families under our care. We look forward to having you join us this year as a sponsor or team, while you enjoy a day of competition fore a great cause! For more information, call Connie Palmer at (850) 878-5310 or visit www.bigbendhospice.org
October Suicide Loss Support Group
Have you lost someone to suicide? This group offers a safe place for adult survivors of suicide loss to meet in a confidential and compassionate setting each month. Tuesday, October 10 McCully House Great Room 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee For more information or to register please contact: Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org. This is a free community service of Big Bend Hospice. Donations are greatly appreciated.