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Damian Rico
Dec 62 min read
Holiday Traditions Brings Joy and Warmth to Hospice Patients and Families
For over two decades, Thanksgiving has marked the beginning of a heartfelt holiday tradition at the William J. Riley Memorial Residence,...
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Damian Rico
Jun 192 min read
A Heart for Serving with Compassion and Dignity
When Hospice of the Calumet Area (HCA) RN Emily Vorst was informed by The Times Media that she was one of 10 finalists in its Nurses:...
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Damian Rico
Apr 223 min read
Round up for Hospice of the Calumet Area through Strack and Van Til Checkout Challenge
Contributed by Karyn Brodsky Caring for loved ones is an honor and a responsibility, and when it comes to end-of-life decisions, dignity...
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Damian Rico
Oct 20, 20231 min read
Holiday Boutique Brings Holiday Magic Early
The chilly and wet morning didn’t keep over 500 shoppers from attending the Hospice Artisans’ 9th Holiday Boutique on Saturday, Oct. 14...
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Damian Rico
Oct 20, 20231 min read
Dignity and Alzheimer's
Alzheimer disease is becoming more common, especially as the general population is living longer. This brain disorder can be very...
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Damian Rico
Feb 20, 20232 min read
Cherishing Life Milestone: Hospice of the Calumet Area celebrates RN JD Dzurovcik
Countless thank you notes, cards and recommendations continually flood our Hospice of the Calumet Area office commending the compassion...
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Damian Rico
Feb 16, 20232 min read
Korellis Employees taking stock in their community
A surprise call came into the Hospice of the Calumet Area office Valentine’s Day morning from Korellis Safety Coordinator Meredith...
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Kristi Nance-Hmurovich
Sep 9, 20222 min read
Remembering 9/11
September 11, 2001 was a traumatizing day in American history. Over 3,000 people died in a terrorist attack. Most adults, many teens and...
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Damian Rico
May 9, 20222 min read
An Evening with the Champ
Sugar Ray Leonard had no problem telling the young aspiring youth boxers in the audience that if it wasn't for boxing, he may have been...
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Damian Rico
Oct 7, 20212 min read
The Giving Tree
Who would have thought our Christmas tree would still be up? Actually, it's no longer a Christmas tree, it's a Valentines, St. Paddy's,...
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Damian Rico
Aug 20, 20212 min read
Experiencing Grief
Hospice of the Calumet Area has a special place in my heart. I accepted a job as the Marketing and Community Relations Director four...
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Damian Rico
Jun 24, 20213 min read
My Father, My Hero
It used to drive my wife absolutely nuts. Maybe it’s because I was used to it, and it didn’t faze me. Or maybe, it’s simply because it...
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Damian Rico
May 28, 20212 min read
Our Spiritual Journey with the Dying
Our spiritual team at Hospice of The Calumet Area is often faced with the challenge of helping our patients seek meaning in both living...
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Damian Rico
Feb 17, 20212 min read
How To Create a Caregiving Plan
By Sarah Veronesi, MSW, LSW Having a loved one with a serious illness who needs 24 hour caregiver support can feel very overwhelming....
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Damian Rico
Jan 15, 20212 min read
Sylvia Komyatte Inspires with A Heart for Hospice
Sylvia Komyatte’s time for Hospice of the Calumet Area may be far less these days, but her devotion and impact are just as immeasurable...
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Damian Rico
Jan 15, 20211 min read
Sharing a Veteran's Story
Counseling Coordinator Kristi Nance-Hmurovich shares a story about spending time with a hero at the end of his life. She calls the...
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Damian Rico
Jan 15, 20212 min read
Cherishing Life: Our Roadmap
November and December have always been two of my favorite months of the year. Crisp fall days enveloped by the vibrant kaleidoscope of...
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Damian Rico
Jan 15, 20211 min read
Spiritual Support
Spiritual support can have a tremendous impact on your hospice experience. Counselor Grant Ray highlights some of the benefits patients...
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Damian Rico
Jan 14, 20213 min read
Remembering Mom on her 5th Anniversary in Heaven
I remember it like it was yesterday, although it’s now been five years. The day my beautiful 69-year-old mother Monica “Mona” Rico lost...
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Damian Rico
Dec 28, 20202 min read
Embrace the 2020 Journey
We've heard it often. Many times, from our very own lips. “2020 has been the worst year ever.” “It has ruined our summer,” “messed up our...
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