Grief Programs & Events

As we kick off 2021, one of our primary missions this year is to connect everyone in Davidson County to helpful resources that are available throughout our community. One way we’re doing that is through our Community Connections Podcast.

 

Every other week we will be introducing you to people who are experts and influential in providing critical services available throughout Davidson County. From caregiver support and grief counseling to estate planning, volunteering, and healthcare, these are just some examples of the topics we will be covering.

Hosted by Hospice of Davidson County’s own Cole Warner and co-host Emmalee Thomas, each podcast will bring you a wealth of information about a variety of topics, and we hope you tune in every other Thursday beginning January 21st.

The podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and by clicking here for our Community Connections page.

We are accepting donations of handmade or store-bought cards, new stuffed animals, new handheld games, candy, gift bags, and flowers. Volunteers and staff will deliver the items before Valentine’s Day to patients and their families at their homes, at skilled nursing facilities, and at the Hinkle Hospice House. Financial donations can also be made for us to purchase items.

 

All donations can be dropped off in a designated area outside the Hospice of Davidson County Home Care building during regular business hours by Tues., Feb. 2nd.

For more information, click here to email Hillary Bennett, Volunteer Services Manager or click here to call.

Caregiving is a challenging role that is draining and often underappreciated. Most caregivers have to dive in with no training and little support. Held the third Tuesday of every month, the Caregiver Academy provides practical education and support one class at a time, so you can be a confident, courageous and competent caregiver for your loved one. These free classes are taught by community experts and are open to those who provide care to their family members.

NOTE: All classes are conducted virtually. You will receive access to each class upon registration. Click here to view the Caregiver Academy flyer.

Class Topics

• Jan. 19: Recognizing and Accepting the Need for Help
• Feb. 16 Stroke Basics
• Mar. 16 Healthy Nutrition
• Apr. 20 Advance Care Giving
• May 18 Active Living for the Caregiver
• June 15 Dementia-Related Behaviors
• July 20 In-Home Care Options 101
• Aug. 17 Natural Remedies & Holistic Wellness
• Sept. 21 Who Is This New Person
• Oct. 19 Self-Care for the Caregiver
• Nov. 16 Hospice End-of-Life Care (National Hospice Awareness Month)
• Dec. 21 Protection from Emotional and Financial Abuse

Registration is required. Call 336-242-2290 or click here to email.

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we work, how we live, and especially how we grieve. We can change some things, like how we shop, or how we engage others face-to-face through social distancing. But grief doesn’t change. If you’ve recently lost a loved one, you well know that the grief you’re facing is real, and nothing about COVID-19 is changing that. Click here to learn about resources we’re putting online to help.

COVID-19 Update: Due to rules surrounding groups of people and to limit people’s exposure during the pandemic, we are offering a “Virtual Support Group” on the second Monday of every month from 6 – 8 p.m. Click here to register. You will be emailed instructions on how to login and attend.