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As the terminally ill near death, body organs and systems begin to fail to a greater and greater degree. Kidneys stop producing as much urine and function poorly, the liver and other organs also start to shut down. Waste products from the cells and tissues of the body begin to build up in the tissueRead more

Join us for a night of music and laughter for all ages as we welcome Dueling Pianos at a new Hospice of Siouxland fund-raiser. The event, at the Marina Conference Center in South Sioux City, is April 11, and begins at 6:30 p.m. The evening includes a social hour with appetizers, raffle items, a mysteryRead more

Sioux City, Iowa – November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month and Hospice of Siouxland is reaching out to raise awareness about the highest quality care for all people coping with life-limiting illness. The National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO), along with hospices across the country are reaching out to help people understandRead more

This change in medicare will support individuals and families who wish to have the opportunity to discuss advance care planning with their physician and care team, as part of coordinated, patient- and family-centered care…read more below: http://www.modernhealthcare.com/article/20150708/NEWS/150709923  Read more

  For many people, special days like Father’s Day and Mother’s Day bring back strong feelings of loss. With Father’s Day approaching on June 21, Hospice Foundation of America offers this free hand-out filled with helpful suggestions of activities that bring meaning to the day. http://hospicefoundation.org/getmedia/292498da-da43-4dfb-b4ca-51ec8b8f9b19/Grieving-the-Loss-of-a-Father-(2).aspx Grieving-the-Loss-of-a-Father-(2)Read more

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/samantha-rodman-phd/11-questions-that-will-make-your-child-happier_b_6401788.htmlRead more

THINK SUMMER- – Think Camp Courage! June looks like a long way off but Camp planning is under way. Dates for this year’s camp are June 12-14. If you know someone who has children who would benefit from Camp Courage                                                                                                                                                                             call 712-233-4144 so we can put you on our mailing list for information and registration weRead more

If you or a loved one is taking on the caregiver role, watch this video. It’s so important for the caregivers to take care of themselves and also accept help from others. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8_eKGF883E    Read more

        Grief & Growth Support held in LeMars: This six week support group is for adults coping with the death of a loved one. First session is Thursday, January 22 at 6:30pm at St. John’s Lutheran Church To register call Colleen at Hospice of Siouxland, 7212-233-4137  Read more

Register now for the Family Night program January 26, 6:30-8pm at Hospice of Siouxland Theme: “Someone to Watch Over Me: Finding and Accepting Support”. When a family member dies, it may be the first time the child really feels the need for emotional support. If the person who died was their “go to” person, itRead more