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Hospice of the Red River Valley is a non-profit hospice that provides intensive comfort care to enhance quality of life for individuals with life-limiting illnesses. Our site shares patient, caregiver and volunteer stories—demonstrating how hospice allows people to live well, and tools and resources about end-of-life and grief.

A Holiday at Home

Steven’s Story  At three years old, Pat and Larry Kerian’s son Steven was Hospice of the Red River Valley’s first ever pediatric patient in 1991. Steven had an AV malformation …

 

Saluting a Hero: Honoring World War II Veteran Joseph Bichler’s Service and Recognition

Hospice of the Red River Valley is honored to provide care for and recognize veterans who have served our country. Honoring our nation’s veterans includes not only acknowledging their service …

 

Caring for YOU During Grief

by Janna Kontz, Grief Specialist What does SELF CARE look like during grief? Truthfully, like everything else in grief, it looks different for everyone. Your grief is your grief and …

 

Journey of Healing and Connection: Reflections from our Children’s Grief Retreat at the Red River Valley Zoo

by: Heather Larson, Grief Specialist Supervisor On June 13th, our grief support team had the privilege of spending part of the day with some amazing kiddos at our first-ever Children’s …

 

Starting Care with Hospice of the Red River Valley: What to Expect

by Hannah Osland, RN, BSN, CHPN Starting hospice care can be a challenging and emotional experience for families. It involves meeting a new healthcare team, learning unfamiliar medical terms, and …

 

Tim Eggebraaten Brings Love of Music to Hospice of the Red River Valley Patients and Families

Tim Eggebraaten has been a devoted Hospice of the Red River Valley (HRRV) volunteer for the past four years. He shares his love for music by singing and playing the …