Life's Journey
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Heartlinks Statement on the Closure of Yakima’s Cottage in the Meadow
Stand with us in supporting hospice care by donating to Heartlinks or volunteering your time. It is with great sadness that Heartlinks acknowledges the recent announcement by MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital regarding the closure of Cottage in the Meadow, their general inpatient hospice unit. Cottage in the Meadow has played...
Why Wait? Write Your Will in 20 Minutes
Creating a will is a crucial step to ensure your wishes will be respected and your loved ones supported after you're gone. Surprisingly, nearly 70% of adults don’t have a will. Many people think writing a will is complicated and overwhelming, but it’s actually a straightforward process and more important...
Prosser’s Hospice Benefit Shop Gets a Façade Lift
Grants from Historic Prosser and Prosser UGN Make it Happen Heartlinks’ Hospice Benefit Shop (HOBS) in Prosser has a new coat of paint and sign thanks to several community groups and volunteers. With grants received from both Historic Prosser Washington and Prosser United Good Neighbors, Heartlinks purchased paint, supplies and...
A Journey of Hope: Sebastian’s Story and the Impact of Pediatric Care
In the realm of pediatric care, every child's story is a testament to resilience, love and the unwavering support of dedicated caregivers. We are honored to share Sebastian's journey – a journey marked by challenges, triumphs and the profound impact of compassionate care. The Diagnosis Sebastian was born with Infantile...
Companionship in Grief
A message from Joan Souders, CGE, grief support specialist I live in a 55+ community and have been approached by neighbors about their dying loved ones. Like a good neighbor, I listen and support them as much as I can. Over the past few months, I have observed some touching scenes...
Spiritual Counseling Isn’t Just for the Religious
Meet the Heartlinks Spiritual Services Team Craig Timmons, M. Div., BCC; Eric Don Anderson, M. Div., and Teresa Darnell, M. Div., provide spiritual care to Heartlinks' hospice and palliative care patients and their families throughout Benton and Yakima counties. They hope more people become aware of the support they provide. ...
Palliative Care: The bridge between treatment and comfort
When faced with a life-threatening diagnosis, the decision between enduring treatment or opting for hospice care can seem daunting. However, there's a crucial option often overlooked in healthcare: palliative care. Palliative (pal-lee-uh-tiv) care, aimed at improving quality of life and alleviating symptoms and stress associated with serious illness, serves as...
Navigating Care Choices: Understanding the Differences Between Hospice and Palliative Care
In this insightful interview, we delve into the nuances of hospice and palliative care with the Executive Director of Heartlinks, Shelby Moore. With her wealth of experience in end-of-life care, Shelby provides valuable insights into the distinctions between these two vital healthcare services. Q: Please explain the primary differences between...