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December 14, 2020

Marilyn Cruickshank named VNA & Blue Water Hospice 2020 Volunteer of the Year

Marilyn Cruickshank has been named VNA & Blue Water Hospice 2020 Volunteer of the Year. Marilyn has been a VNA & Blue Water Hospice volunteer since 2018. In her time, she has volunteered in many areas such as – companion volunteer, greeter/desk, housekeeping, and mailings.

December 14, 2020

Carl Erickson named VNA & Blue Water Hospice 2020 Volunteer of the Year

Carl Erickson has been named VNA & Blue Water Hospice 2020 Volunteer of the Year. He has been a volunteer since 2016 helping in the Blue Water Hospice Home kitchen, front desk, and assists with mailings.

December 14, 2020

Fran Meyers named VNA & Blue Water Hospice 2019 Volunteer of the Year

Fran has been a VNA & Blue Water Hospice volunteer since 2009. She has volunteered in several areas including direct care in the community, bereavement, fundraising, mailings, memorial services, and in her current position in the kitchen. Fran loves to cook and bake many tasty treats.

November 10, 2020

Navigating Your Health Care from Home

Jennifer Hayes recently presented "Navigating Your Health Care from Home".

November 3, 2020

VNA & Blue Water Hospice Celebrates Home Care and Hospice Month in November

In the month of November, we honor our entire team of dedicated frontline caregivers, support staff and volunteers, while celebrating National Home Care and Hospice Month.

October 26, 2020

Quilts of Valor – Jeffrey Shaw, US Army

Quilts of Valor Foundation is an organization that recognizes veterans for their dedication, sacrifice, and service to our country.

October 19, 2020

Why I Volunteer – by Rebecca Falk

There are many volunteer opportunities available to meet your comfort level. Being a part of Blue Water Hospice has given me the opportunity to make a positive difference in one’s end of live experience.

August 3, 2020

Why I Volunteer – Tommy (the dog)

My name is Tommy and I am a Certified Therapy Dog. I love to volunteer at Blue Water Hospice Home because I like to see the surprise followed by smiles when I (a big yellow dog) walk in to say "HI".

July 31, 2020

Shining Star – Carol Hill

Carol’s role at VNA & Blue Water Hospice is community liaison. She receives a referral, then meets with a prospective patient and their family to determine how the agency can help. She assists families by relieves their stress – providing care, information, and listening to their concerns and fears. Carol […]