The Hospice House Diary

The end of someone’s life is a sacred time. Near end of life, people often have the need to tell and hear stories. It is our privilege to be witness to these stories and the storytellers who have lived them. The gift of a story lasts long after a person has died; we would love to preserve and share your story. 

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Why we collect stories.

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Your memories mean a lot to Hospice House.

At Hospice House, we not only accept death, but we embrace it as a special time for families to come together to celebrate life. But how we embrace and celebrate this time is different for everyone. That’s where our residents’ stories come in – they model for us ways to say goodbye, to make amends, and to reflect on a life well-lived.

Your story matters.

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Some stories are long and some are brief, but all are important.

Just as no two birth stories are alike, no two end-of-life stories are alike.

Stories come to us from many different sources — through conversation, personal notes, social media, or an entry in our Diary. Our Hospice House Diary is a very special “living” storybook for anyone who wants to share their experiences with us. No matter how the story came to us, each shows what Hospice House meant to them in that moment of time.

We are so appreciative of those residents, families, friends, volunteers, and caregivers who choose to share their stories with us. Fill out the form below if you’d like to honor your loved one’s journey by sharing their Hospice House story here.

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Share your story today.

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Submissions are checked periodically only, please contact Hospice House if you need immediate assistance.

 

The Hospice House Diary

The end of someone’s life is a sacred time. Contact us if you’d like to honor your loved one’s journey by sharing their Hospice House story here.
Call us At: 402.343.8600 Submit your story online

Words can’t even begin to express how grateful I am for all that you did to comfort my mother in her final days. My family and I felt your love and comfort the entire time my mother was there.

Anonymous

I appreciate what a calm, warm home you provided to her and our family during a challenging transition time.

Anonymous

Very happy and relieved that my father spent his last week at Josie Harper Hospice House. Not only did the staff help my father become comfortable, they helped me through this process.

Anonymous

Hospice House was Mom’s last home and it truly felt like a place of love and peace. Your staff became close friends – sharing in Mom’s care and support.

Anonymous

Dad often told us how much he liked the birds, fish, food, Mass, and watching his grandchildren play in the playhouse. And I almost forgot Cookie Day!

Anonymous

The staff and volunteers made Mom feel so loved and special. They took the time to talk with her. Each time I would visit she would tell me something new about those who cared for her.

Anonymous

From the first day Dad arrived, our family knew that he was going to get the best care. It was so comforting to us all knowing he was valued comfortable.

Anonymous

Dad spent the last few weeks of his life at Hospice House. We hope the staff realizes how profoundly they touched our lives with their kindness and compassion during an extremely emotional chapter of our lives.

Anonymous

Tender love, peace and tranquility abound. They have a tender touch that gives family all the understanding needed during a stressful time with their loved one.

Carolyn Peck