Hospice care began as a community-based service, largely provided by volunteers, aiming to transform end-of-life care to holistically meet the needs, preferences, and goals of dying people and their families. Since the inception of the Medicare Hospice Benefit, “any willing provider” has been permitted to participate, regardless of profit status. This has been vigorously debated […] …
Pikes Peak Hospice Foundation (PPHF), the only community-based, nonprofit hospice and palliative care in the Pikes Peak region, is pleased to honor BJ Scott for her outstanding contributions to the Pikes Peak region with the Quality of Life Award. …
Recently, Empathy released its annual report, The Cost of Dying which reveals new insights into the costs of a death in the family in the United States today, with a special focus on its impact on employees’ sense of wellbeing in the workplace. The report includes key findings on the financial, logistical, and emotional impact […] …
Beginning in February, there is an undeniable rush of activity as we get ready for Valentine’s Day in many facets of our life, whether at home, at work, or in school. Purchasing a Valentine’s card or gift for a loved one receiving hospice or palliative care this month may be a nice gesture, but there […] …
What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never […] …
Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care (PPHPC) recently welcomed Nathaniel (Nate) Miller, D.O. to the organization in the role of Medical Director. Dr. Miller is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and comes to PPHPC, most recently, from Encompass Health as the Medical Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation. Dr. Miller brings […] …
The 38th Annual “Trees of Life” ceremony took place Saturday, November 12 at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum. Attended by more than 200 people, the event raised approximately $100,000 for the Pikes Peak Hospice Foundation for the support of community-based hospice, palliative and bereavement care services. Andy Petersen, Executive Director of the Pikes Peak Hospice […] …
For Heather Pope, attending a Demi Lovato concert and meeting her in person seemed like a dream that would never come true. Heather has been a fan of Demi Lovato since Lovato’s career started on the Disney Channel as a child performer. She finds her music uplifting and it makes her smile. Supported with a […] …
Americans across the country celebrate Veterans Day on November 11. This is a special day to salute the people who have bravely served our country in the military. Veterans have made profound sacrifices in defense of freedom, and they deserve our heartfelt thanks and appreciation. Honoring our Veterans includes supporting them throughout their entire lives, […] …
Throughout the month of November, Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care will be joining organizations across the nation in celebrating National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. For more than 40 years, hospice has helped provide interdisciplinary, supportive care to millions of people, allowing them to spend their final months wherever they call home and surrounded […] …
Save the Date! Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative is excited to announce Colorado Gives Day is set for Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022. For 24 hours, Colorado comes together to raise fund raise funds for local nonprofits, and we’re excited to be part of the day! On Colorado Gives Day, we invite you to join us […] …
What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never […] …
Darlene Walker, a patient of Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care (PPHPC), was recently honored at the organization’s latest Tribute ceremony and reception. The Tribute Program of the Pikes Peak Hospice Foundation was created …
Recently, The Colorado Springs Gazette shared a story entitled “Hospices have become big business for private equity firms, raising concerns” recently published by Kaiser Health News. The article stated many are worried the original hospice vision may be fading as private equity companies acquire hospice organizations. There are examples of these ownership types in the […] …
Petersen will join the Foundation on August 15, 2022 and brings a wealth of experience in fundraising and philanthropy. Andrew is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and he has been in resource development for over two decades, working in local, regional and international human service nonprofits. Petersen was most recently the Director of Development for THE PLACE, …
The new Hospice & Palliative Care License Plate debuts on July 1, 2022. Colorado drivers will now have another license plate option. During the most recent legislative session that ended in early May, the state legislator passed a law creating a new hospice and palliative care license plate intended to raise awareness of this important health […] …
The Pikes Peak Hospice Foundation recently welcomed three new Trustees to its board of directors. Lisa Keenan, Tyson Nunn and Shane Sherman have joined the Foundation as the newest Trustees. Lisa is a Grants Manager with the UCHealth system at Memorial Hospital and brings years of experience in fundraising and developing collaborative relationships to the […] …
Pikes Peak Hospice Honors its Volunteers during National Volunteer Week, April 17 – 23 National Volunteer Week provides the opportunity to recognize the millions of Americans who provide volunteer service in communities across the country. At Pikes Peak Hospice more than 97 trained volunteers give selflessly to help people with a serious or life-limiting illness […] …
What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never […] …
What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never […] …
What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never […] …
Like many children, Teagan Romano capped off her summer with a family camping trip filled with sunshine, water and outdoor fun. Unlike most other children her age, though, Teagan’s trip was carefully planned to keep her comfortable, safe and healthy since getting COVID-19 or even just a mild cold could be disastrous. Teagan, a pediatric […] …
What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never […] …
What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never […] …
What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never […] …
What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never […] …
What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never […] …
Colorado drivers may soon have another license plate option. A bill before state legislators creates a new hospice and palliative care license plate that would raise awareness of this important health care for people facing serious illness. …
The children of Joseph Reich Jr. describe him as being “larger than life,” and to many in his beloved Colorado Springs community he was known fondly as “Big Joe.” Last year, at age 84, his health deteriorated rapidly after a vascular surgery. That’s when his family reached out to Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care (PPHPC). …
Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care has been recognized as a Level 5 Partner with We Honor Veterans, a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO). The designation indicates that PPHPC is able to provide specialized, holistic care for veterans who are facing a life-limiting illness. PPHPC cares for an average of 93 veteran patients each month — amounting to nearly 30 percent of PPHPC’s total hospice patients. In 2020 alone, PPHPC has cared for 317 veterans from across all branches of the U.S. military. …
Did you know that you can donate to Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care each time you make a purchase on Amazon? …
Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care has named Ms. Dawn Darvalics, M.S., PMP, as president of the organization effective November 16, 2020. …
Sue Rizzo, a volunteer with Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care, recently shared with us her experience with hospice care for her father, and how that inspired her to volunteer with hospice and palliative care patients. …
We are pleased to report the Inpatient Unit is now accepting new patients again, effective May 27, 2020. We value your support and trust in us and want to keep you fully informed during the COVID-19 pandemic of any effects it may have on our activities and our ability to fulfill our mission to the community. …
What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words how much we appreciate them. They were always very caring, patient and sincere. We could not have managed the process without them. We will never […] …
Our volunteers continue to keep busy! …
COVID-19 has made a big impact on all of us – especially our medical staff, patients and families. We need your help. …
The well-being and safety of our clients and patients is our highest priority. We are closely monitoring and responding to the cornoavirus (COVID-19) outbreak as information comes in. In keeping with CDC guidelines, if you are a person in our care, a client or a caregiver experiencing a fever, cough, or respiratory symptoms, please call […] …
Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care senior leadership has made the decision to postpone our 40th Anniversary Celebration... …
Click here to listen to a KVOR interview with Foundation Executive Director Joan Selman about our 40th Anniversary Celebration. Her interview is about 18 minutes in. What Our Families Say The entire hospice team exceeded our expectations always going above and beyond. They are the most amazing group of people. I can't even put into words […] …
with Keynote Speaker, Nora McInerny Author, Podcast Host & TED Talk Speaker As the longest-standing nonprofit hospice organization in El Paso County, the community has turned to us to care for their loved ones and we wanted to thank you all for your support along the way. As we enter a new decade, we felt […] …
Join us this Tuesday for Bleating Heart Night at Goat Patch! From 5 to 9. …
Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care senior leadership has made the decision to postpone our 40th Anniversary Celebration... …
You are not alone. It can be challenging so Deb Kinnan offers tips... …
The Empty Stocking Fund benefits 20 nonprofit organizations in the Pikes Peak region, including Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care. The Fund raises more than $1 million each year by holding fun events and accepting direct donations throughout the holiday season. Click here to watch a two-minute KKTV interview with Joan Selman, Executive Director, Pikes Peak Hospice Foundation, and Deb Mahan, Executive Director, Gazette Charities. …
Hundreds of people remembered their loved ones on November 16 at Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care's annual Trees of Life Tree Lighting Ceremony. Held at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, thousands of …
Community invited to remember loved ones at Tree Lighting Ceremony …
Watch this recently aired "Your Healthy Family" segment and learn how palliative care can help with a new serious diagnosis. …
The holiday season can be a difficult time of year for someone who has experienced the loss of a loved one, which is why we've created a program specific to this time of year. The Center for Grief and Loss offers an …
Remember your loved ones this holiday season with Trees of Life lights or ornaments. …
Listen to an interview with our Chief Medical Officer about how to hold what may be the most important conversation of your life. …
Join Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care for a free, community education event and presentation from Dr. Zitter about "A New Kind of Heroism" as she exposes the public health crisis from an insider's perspective. …
Join us as our President & CEO, Gloria Brooks, throws the first pitch of the Rocky Mountain Vibes Baseball game on Sunday, July 14 starting at... …
Every time you shop for groceries and swipe your SooperCard, King Soopers and City Market will make a donation to Pikes Peak Hospice Foundation. …
Join us at the Space Foundation Tuesday, April 13 from 3:15 to 6:00 p.m. for a free workshop on coping with loss, dying and death in later live. This event is open to the public, healthcare professionals, caregivers or anyone struggling with grief and loss. The event will have a social hour with refreshments, a moderated discussion with expert panelists and counts as 2.5 CE credits. RSVP to 719.884.6536 by April 16. …
After the Diagnosis: learning to Live With a Serious Disease …
Stop by the Brass Tap now through March 31. For every local pint sold, our friends at The Brass Tap will donate 25 cents to support Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care as we work to help those in our community through hospice, palliative and grief services. …
Grab some beer for a great cause! For every pint, crowler or growler of beer sold, our friends at Goat Patch will donate $1 to support Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care as we work to help those in our community through hospice, palliative and grief services. …
Bridge Time - Dealing with Consequences of Change …
This annual statewide movement celebrates and increases philanthropy in Colorado through online giving. For 24 hours beginning at 12 a.m. donations will be accepted via ColoradoGives.org. Simply visit the site and type "Pikes Peak Hospice" under the "Donate Now" prompt. …
Here's a shout out to our wonderful Palliative Care team and the work they do with patients in our community. …
Pikes Peak Hospice hosted our inaugural Illuminations event Thursday, September 20 at the Pinery at the Hill to benefit our Pediatric Pathways program. …
Learn more about how children process grief and loss and how Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care can help. …
