activities · 53
what they do
direct service · 49
- Advance Care Planning Assistance Advance Care Planning AssistanceAssists individuals with completing healthcare powers of attorney and provides social services including assistance with advance directives and final arrangements.
- Advance Care Planning Assistance Advance Care Planning AssistanceHelps individuals complete advance directives, including healthcare powers of attorney, and provides guidance on body donation and final arrangements.
- Advance Care Planning and Social Services Advance Care Planning AssistanceProvides social services including assistance with advance directives (e.g., healthcare powers of attorney), body donation, final arrangements, and distribution of the "What My Family Needs to Know" workbook to help families organize important documents and plan for the future.
- Bereavement and Grief Support Grief and Bereavement Support ServicesOffers individual grief support, weekly grief support groups, and educational materials such as the "After a Loss" brochure and "Children and Loss" resources to help individuals and families cope with grief. Also provides a booklet for teachers on recognizing and supporting grieving children.
- Caregiver Support and Education Caregiver Support and Education ServicesOffers resources, guidance, and educational materials for caregivers, including the "Support for Caregivers" booklet, "Dementia Caregiver Tips" guide, and respite care services to provide temporary relief. Also provides education on patient care and the dying process.
- Caregiver Support and Education Caregiver Support and Education ServicesOffers caregiver support through education, respite care, and resources including the "Support for Caregivers" booklet, "Dementia Caregiver Tips" guide, and personalized guidance on self-care and patient care. Provides respite care to give family caregivers breaks.
- Caregiver Support and Respite Caregiver Support and Education ServicesProvides guidance, support, and resources for caregivers, including social visits for companionship, respite care to offer breaks, and informational booklets like "Support for Caregivers" and "Dementia Caregiver Tips."
- Caregiver Support and Respite Caregiver Support and Education ServicesProvides guidance, support, and resources for caregivers, including social visits for patients to offer respite for caregivers, and offers a "Support for Caregivers" booklet and "Dementia Caregiver Tips" guide.
- Caregiver Support and Respite Caregiver Support and Education ServicesProvides guidance, support, and resources for caregivers, including tips for dementia caregivers, and offers respite care to provide breaks for family and caregivers through volunteers.
- Community Education and Outreach End-of-Life Education ProgramsOffers presentations to organizations or clubs on various hospice topics to educate the community.
- Community Education and Outreach End-of-Life Education ProgramsProvides presentations to organizations or clubs on various hospice topics.
- Community Education and Outreach End-of-Life Education ProgramsDelivers presentations to local organizations and clubs on hospice-related topics to increase awareness and understanding of end-of-life care options and services.
- Community Fundraising EventsReceives donations from the annual Holiday Boutique Craft Sale, organized by the Friends of Hospice Crafters, who create and sell handmade items year-round to support Hospice of Havasu.
- Community Resource Navigation Senior Transition Support ServicesRefers clients to community resources for practical needs, emotional support, and financial questions, and publishes Resource Guides containing community information and services for Lake Havasu City and Bullhead City.
- Community Resource Navigation Senior Transition Support ServicesPublishes Resource Guides containing information on community services in Lake Havasu City and Bullhead City and actively refers clients to resources for practical, emotional, and financial support.
- Community Resource and Planning Assistance Advance Care Planning AssistanceAssists individuals with advance directives, healthcare powers of attorney, final arrangements, and provides resource guides with community information and services, including a "What My Family Needs to Know" workbook for organizing important documents.
- Community Resource and Planning Assistance Advance Care Planning AssistanceAssists individuals with completing healthcare powers of attorney, provides social services for advance directives and final arrangements, refers clients to community resources, and publishes Resource Guides for Lake Havasu City and Bullhead City. Also offers a "What My Family Needs to Know" workbook for organizing important documents.
- Education and Outreach End-of-Life Education ProgramsDelivers presentations to community organizations and clubs on hospice topics, educates families about the dying process and patient care, and distributes educational materials to support understanding and preparedness.
- Grief and Bereavement Support Grief and Bereavement Support ServicesOffers individual grief support, weekly grief support groups, and educational resources such as the brochures "After a Loss" and "Children and Loss" to help individuals and families cope with grief. Also provides a booklet for teachers on recognizing and supporting grieving children.
- Grief and Bereavement Support Specialized Trauma and Grief RetreatsOffers weekly grief support groups, individual grief support, and resources such as brochures for adults and children dealing with loss.
- Grief and Bereavement Support Grief and Bereavement Support ServicesOffers individual and weekly group grief support, provides resources like the "After a Loss" brochure, and offers specific guidance and booklets for addressing children's grief.
- Grief and Bereavement Support Grief and Bereavement Support ServicesOffers weekly grief support groups, individual grief support, and resources such as brochures and booklets to help individuals and families, including children, cope with loss and grief.
- Hospice Care Services Hospice Care ServicesProvides comprehensive hospice care to individuals in the final stages of advanced illness, including pain and symptom management, medical supplies (e.g., medications, hospital beds, oxygen), personal care, and emotional and spiritual support. Services are delivered at home, in assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals, supported by a 24/7 care team of physicians, nurses, social workers, spiritual counselors, home health aides, and volunteers.
- Hospice Care Services Hospice Care ServicesProvides comprehensive hospice care, including symptom and pain management, physical care, medical supplies and equipment, and emotional and spiritual support, to individuals in the final stages of advanced illness. Care is delivered at home, in assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals, with a dedicated team available 24/7.
- Hospice Care Services Hospice Care ServicesProvides comprehensive hospice care to individuals in the final stages of advanced illness, including pain and symptom management, medical supplies (e.g., medications, hospital beds, oxygen), personal care, and 24/7 access to a care team of nurses, physicians, social workers, spiritual counselors, and home health aides. Services are delivered in homes, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals.
- Hospice Care Services Hospice Care ServicesProvides compassionate, highly-skilled care to individuals in the final stages of advanced illness, including symptom and pain management, physical care, medication, medical supplies, equipment, and emotional and spiritual support. Care is provided at home, in assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals.
- Music & Memory Program Music-Based Therapeutic EngagementProvides individualized music playlists to participating patients based on their personal preferences to enhance their well-being.
- Music Therapy Program Music-Based Therapeutic EngagementProvides individualized music playlists to patients based on their personal preferences to enhance comfort and emotional well-being.
- Palliative Care Hospice Care ServicesProvides palliative care to manage symptoms such as pain, shortness of breath, anxiety, and nausea/vomiting for patient comfort.
- Palliative Care Hospice Care ServicesProvides palliative care focused on managing symptoms such as pain, shortness of breath, anxiety, and nausea/vomiting to enhance patient comfort.
- Patient Engagement Activities Music-Based Therapeutic EngagementProvides individualized music playlists to participating patients based on their preferences.
- Resale Store Operations Thrift Store Network OperationOperates a resale store that sells a variety of donated items including clothing, home accessories, furniture, books, and occasionally vehicles, with proceeds benefiting Hospice of Havasu programs and services. Volunteers assist with sorting and organizing merchandise.
- Resale Store Operations Thrift Store Network OperationOperates a resale store that sells a variety of donated items, including clothing, home accessories, furniture, and vehicles, with proceeds benefiting Hospice of Havasu programs and services.
- Resale Store Operations Thrift Store Network OperationOperates a resale store that sells various items including clothing, home accessories, furniture, and vehicles, with proceeds benefiting Hospice of Havasu programs and services. Volunteers sort and organize merchandise.
- Resale Store Operations Thrift Store Network OperationOperates a resale store that sells donated clothing, home accessories, decor, dishes, cookware, furniture, books, and occasionally cars and boats. Volunteers assist with sorting and organizing merchandise, and proceeds support Hospice of Havasu programs and services.
- Resale Store Operations Thrift Store Network OperationOperates a resale store that sells donated clothing, home accessories, furniture, books, and occasionally cars and boats, with proceeds supporting Hospice of Havasu programs. Volunteers sort and organize merchandise.
- Specialized Patient Programs Music-Based Therapeutic EngagementProvides individualized music playlists for patients based on personal preferences and offers special recognition ceremonies for Veteran patients and Transitions clients, honoring their service with family and friends.
- Transitions Program Senior Transition Support ServicesProvides support and guidance to clients and caregivers living with chronic or serious illness who are not yet eligible for hospice care, including home visits or phone check-ins, referrals to community resources, and assistance with practical, emotional, and financial needs. Publishes Resource Guides for Lake Havasu City and Bullhead City and offers tools like the "What My Family Needs to Know" workbook for future planning.
- Transitions Program Senior Transition Support ServicesProvides support and guidance to clients and caregivers living with chronic or serious illness who are not yet eligible for hospice care, including home or phone check-ins, referrals to community resources, and assistance with practical, emotional, and financial needs. Serves clients in Lake Havasu City and Bullhead City.
- Transitions Program Senior Transition Support ServicesOperates a Transitions program that offers support and guidance to clients and caregivers living with chronic or serious illnesses who are not yet receiving hospice care, connecting them with community resources through home visits or phone calls.
- Transitions Program for Serious Illness Senior Transition Support ServicesOperates a Transitions program that offers support and guidance to clients and caregivers living with chronic or serious illnesses who are not yet receiving hospice care. This includes home visits or phone calls and connecting them with appropriate community resources and services.
- Transitions Program for Serious Illness Senior Transition Support ServicesOperates a Transitions program that offers support and guidance to clients and caregivers living with chronic or serious illnesses who are not yet receiving hospice care, connecting them with community resources through home visits or phone calls.
- Veteran Recognition Program Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsRecognizes and honors Veterans who are Hospice of Havasu patients or Transitions clients through special ceremonies attended by family, friends, and community members.
- Veteran Recognition Program Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsRecognizes and pays tribute to Veterans who are Hospice of Havasu patients or Transitions clients through special recognition ceremonies with family and friends.
- Veteran Recognition Program Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsRecognizes and pays tribute to Veterans who are Hospice of Havasu patients or Transitions clients through special recognition ceremonies.
- Veteran Recognition Program Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsRecognizes and pays tribute to Veterans who are Hospice of Havasu patients or Transitions clients through special recognition ceremonies with their families and friends.
- Volunteer Services Volunteer Companion & Respite ServicesUtilizes volunteers for social visits to patients for companionship, respite for caregivers, office support, and assistance at community events.
- Volunteer Support Services Volunteer Companion & Respite ServicesUtilizes trained volunteers to provide companionship through friendly visits, respite for caregivers, social support to patients, and assistance with office tasks and community events.
- Volunteer-Led Companionship and Respite Services Volunteer Companion & Respite ServicesUtilizes trained volunteers to provide social visits and companionship to patients, offering respite for caregivers. Volunteers also assist with office support and community events.
capacity building · 4
- CNA Scholarship Program Healthcare Career Scholarships for Underserved CommunitiesOffers a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) scholarship program to support training and workforce development in healthcare.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Scholarship Program Healthcare Vocational & Tuition AssistanceLaunched a scholarship program for Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Community Volunteer Board Board-Led Organizational GovernanceOperates with a volunteer board of directors composed of community leaders, providing governance and strategic oversight.
- Workforce Development Healthcare Career Scholarships for Underserved CommunitiesOffers a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) scholarship program to support training and development of healthcare workers.
strategies · 30
how they think
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- 24/7 patient and family support availability 24/7 supportEnsures continuous access to care and assistance by offering round-the-clock support for patients and families during the hospice journey.
- Advance Care Planning and Veteran RecognitionThe organization emphasizes life care planning and advance health care directives to empower individuals in making their medical choices known, and participates in the We Honor Veterans program to recognize and honor Veterans.
- Community-Driven and Volunteer-Supported Model volunteer_driven_modelThe organization sustains its operations and services through a volunteer-driven model, relying on volunteers for various tasks and a volunteer board for governance, while also generating funds through a resale store stocked by donated merchandise to support patient and community programs.
- Comprehensive Support Across Care SettingsThe organization provides 24/7 support and delivers hospice care in diverse settings, including patients' homes, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals, to ensure continuous and accessible care.
- Empowering Patient Autonomy through Life Care Planning life_care_planningThe organization empowers individuals to make their medical choices known by emphasizing life care planning and advance health care directives, and by allowing self-referral for hospice evaluation.
- Flexible, setting-agnostic care delivery in-home and facility-based careDelivers hospice services in a range of environments—including homes, assisted living, and medical facilities—to meet patients where they are and support their preferred place of care.
- Focus on comfort, quality of life, and holistic symptom management comfort and quality of life focusShifts the focus from curative treatment to enhancing comfort, managing symptoms, and redefining hope around dignity and quality of life, treating the whole person rather than the disease.
- Free and Equitable Access to Care free_servicesThe organization ensures that individuals with life-limiting illnesses receive necessary programs and services regardless of their financial situation, insurance status, or ability to pay, by relying on donations and proceeds from its resale store to cover costs.
- Free and Equitable Access to Care free_servicesThe organization ensures that individuals with life-limiting illnesses and their families receive programs and services at no charge, regardless of their financial situation, insurance status, or ability to pay, by relying on donations and community support.
- Free and equitable access to hospice care free servicesProvides hospice and support services at no cost to patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, ensuring equitable access through community donations and a commitment to patient-centered financial policies.
- Holistic Patient-Centered Care for Quality of Life holistic_patient_centered_careThe organization focuses on enhancing the quality of life, improving comfort, and providing dignity and support for patients and their loved ones, by treating symptoms rather than solely the disease, and offering personalized music therapy and 24/7 support in various settings.
- Holistic Patient-Centered Care for Quality of Life patient-centered_careThe organization focuses on enhancing the quality of life, improving comfort, and providing dignity and support for patients and their loved ones, by treating symptoms rather than solely the disease, and offering care in various settings with 24/7 availability.
- Holistic and Patient-Centered Quality of Life Focus patient_centered_careThe organization provides compassionate and dignified care that focuses on enhancing the quality of life, improving comfort, and supporting patients and loved ones, rather than solely on end-of-life care. This involves treating symptoms, redefining hope, and allowing for patient-centered access and inclusive eligibility.
- Life Care Planning and Advance Directives life_care_planningThe organization emphasizes life care planning and advance health care directives to empower individuals to make their medical choices known and ensure their wishes are respected.
- Life Care Planning and Advance Directives life_care_planningThe organization emphasizes life care planning and advance health care directives to empower individuals to make their medical choices known and ensure their preferences are respected.
- Life care planning and advance directive advocacy life_care_planningPromotes life care planning and advance health care directives to empower individuals to make informed medical decisions and ensure their wishes are honored.
- Patient-Centered Access and Eligibility patient_centered_accessThe organization facilitates access to hospice care by allowing self-referral for evaluation and providing care to individuals with any life-threatening or terminal illness with a prognosis of six months or less.
- Patient-Centered Access and Eligibility patient-centered_accessThe organization facilitates patient access to hospice care by allowing self-referral for evaluation and providing care to individuals with any life-threatening or terminal illness with a prognosis of six months or less.
- Patient-centered care model with inclusive access pathways patient-centered carePrioritizes patient autonomy and dignity by allowing self-referral for hospice evaluation and serving individuals with any terminal illness and prognosis of six months or less, focusing on holistic needs rather than disease trajectory alone.
- Personalized Music Therapy for Engagement and Pain Relief personalized_music_therapyThe organization utilizes personalized music as a therapeutic tool to help individuals with cognitive and physical conditions engage, ease pain, and reclaim their humanity.
- Personalized Therapeutic Interventions personalized_music_therapyThe organization utilizes personalized music therapy to help individuals with cognitive and physical conditions engage, ease pain, and reclaim humanity, as part of its broader approach to support patients and caregivers in navigating chronic or serious illness.
- Personalized therapeutic interventions for cognitive and emotional well-being personalized music therapyUses personalized music therapy to help patients with cognitive and physical conditions engage meaningfully, ease pain, and reconnect with their sense of identity and humanity.
- Specialized support for Veterans veteran_supportParticipates in the national We Honor Veterans program to provide tailored recognition, care, and respect for military veterans and their unique end-of-life needs.
- Sustainable funding through earned income and donations earned_income_strategyGenerates financial sustainability by operating a resale store funded by donated merchandise and community gifts, enabling free services and community programs.
- Veteran-Specific Recognition and Support veteran_supportThe organization participates in the national We Honor Veterans program to specifically recognize and honor Veterans, acknowledging their unique needs and contributions.
- Veteran-Specific Recognition and Support veteran_supportThe organization participates in the national We Honor Veterans program to specifically recognize and honor Veterans receiving care.
- Volunteer-Driven Service Delivery volunteer-driven_modelThe organization leverages a volunteer-driven model, relying on volunteers to perform a wide variety of tasks to serve patients and their families, maintaining its founding as a volunteer organization.
- Volunteer-Driven Service Delivery volunteer_driven_modelThe organization maintains its founding as a volunteer organization by relying on volunteers to perform a wide variety of tasks, which enables the delivery of services to patients and their families.
- Volunteer-Driven Service Delivery volunteer_driven_modelThe organization maintains its founding as a volunteer organization by relying on volunteers to perform a wide variety of tasks, enabling it to serve patients and their families effectively.
- Volunteer-driven service and governance model volunteer-driven modelRelies on volunteers for direct patient support and operational tasks, and maintains governance through a volunteer board, preserving its community-founded, grassroots structure.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Grief Support Groups
Provides weekly grief support groups and individual grief support to help individuals cope with loss.
Music & Memory
Provides personalized music playlists to patients to help engage with the world and ease pain.
Transitions Program
Offers support and guidance to individuals living with serious illnesses who are not receiving hospice care, helping them navigate community resources and services.
relationships · 4
who they work with
- Arizona Attorney General Government — Provides access to the Arizona Attorney General's Life Care Planning Forms.
- MUSIC & MEMORY® Partner — Certified care organization of MUSIC & MEMORY®
- National Alliance for Care at Home (Alliance) Partner — Collaborates with the National Alliance for Care at Home through the We Honor Veterans program.
- We Honor Veterans Network — Member of the national We Honor Veterans program.