When Grief Looks Different
In the past, grievers who did not demonstrate what was considered to be the “right” amount or kind of emotion were thought to be in denial. Now, we recognize there are no set stages or predictable emotions for grief. We…
Commemorating Juneteenth 2026
As part of our commitment to Celebrating Life's Stories® -- our mission to honor every individual's unique life experiences -- we stand together with our Black and African American teammates, patients and families in commemorating Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day. On June 19,…
Ohio’s Hospice to Hold Butterfly Release on July 30 in New Philadelphia
Ohio’s Hospice will host its annual Celebrating Life’s Stories® Butterfly Release on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the Ohio’s Hospice Dr. Leslie Harrold Community Campus (716 Commercial Ave. SW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663). The ceremony begins at 6 pm. The Celebrating Life’s Stories® Butterfly Release is…
Kobacker House Opens Its Next Chapter at The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
Ohio’s Hospice, the Kobacker Family, and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center unveil the new name and identity for central Ohio’s pioneering inpatient hospice. The next chapter in end-of-life care in central Ohio began with the dedication of the new Kobacker House at…
Ohio’s Hospice to Hold Butterfly Release on July 26 in Wooster
Ohio’s Hospice will host its annual Celebrating Life’s Stories® Butterfly Release on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at Ohio’s Hospice in Wooster (1900 Akron Rd., Wooster, OH 44691). The ceremony begins at 2 pm. This event is a way to remember and…
Hike For Hospice Remembrance Walk Raises More Than $9K for Patient Care
In what has become a cherished tradition, the 36th annual Hike for Hospice Remembrance Walk, held recently at the Grace Community Church, drew a crowd of 110 community members that gathered to honor the memory of a loved one while raising funds to support patient care and services for Ohio’s Hospice. …
Ohio’s Hospice to Host Butterfly Release on July 19 in Newark
Ohio’s Hospice will host its annual Celebrating Life’s Stories® Butterfly Release on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Newark Maennerchor (195 Orchard St., Newark, OH 43055). Check-in begins at 11:30 am. The ceremony begins at 11 am. This event is a way to remember and honor special…
June is a Time to Focus on Men’s Health
June is Men’s Health Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of men’s health and encourage them to take proactive steps towards a healthier lifestyle. In addition to physical health, we are encouraging men to take care of their mental health. While this month…
Thanking Our Teammates Who Help Build Our Teams
We are privileged to provide superior care and superior services to each patient and family. Our world-class care is because of the great teammates we have in all of our care regions across the state. Our talent acquisition team spends countless hours digging through resumes, searching…
Culinary Capers Serves Up Record-Breaking Generosity, Heartfelt Moments
The spirit of community, compassion, and culinary creativity came together in unforgettable fashion as more than 250 guests gathered for the 21st annual Culinary Capers fundraiser at Rustic Ridge Wedding Barn in New Philadelphia, benefiting patient care at Ohio’s Hospice. Hosted by a dedicated…