March 2021 Lunch & Learn: Elder Abuse Training

Virtual/Online ND, United States

      Health care professionals are invited to Hospice of the Red River Valley’s upcoming Lunch and Learn as we continue to explore topics related to end-of-life care. Lunch and Learns are held on the second Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September and November from noon-1 p.m. Due to COVID-19, the events are …

National Health Care Decision Day

National Healthcare Decisions Day exists to inspire, educate and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning. We plan so many aspects of our lives, yet we often don’t think about how we want to live toward the end of our lives. April 16 is National Health Care Decision Day. Take …

Virtual Remembrance Service

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Beginning May 6, a virtual remembrance service will be available online. We invite you to remember and honor those who have died through a virtual remembrance service. This is a peaceful time to reflect on the loss of someone special in your life. This is not a religious service, rather a time to celebrate and …

Free

“Hands-On” Grief: Grief Education with an Artistic and Botanical Flair

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Research shows intentional hands-on activities help not only to comfort us in our grief, but also integrate our sense of loss and facilitate moving toward healing. Hospice of the Red River Valley offers a one-session seasonal art planter project accompanied by teaching moments emphasizing change, growth and hope.  This virtual class is free and open to the public. Registration is …

Free

May 2021 Lunch & Learn: Hospice: A Comforting Presence

Virtual/Online ND, United States

      Health care professionals are invited to Hospice of the Red River Valley’s upcoming Lunch and Learn as we continue to explore topics related to end-of-life care. Lunch and Learns are held on the second Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September and November from noon-1 p.m. Due to COVID-19, the events are …

Being Mortal Free Film Screening & Discussion (Jamestown)

James River Senior Center 419 5th St. NE, Jamestown, ND, United States

Join us for a free screening and discussion of the Emmy-nominated PBS FRONTLINE documentary “Being Mortal.” Based on the best-selling book by Dr. Atul Gawande, this film explores the hopes of patients and families facing terminal illness and their relationships with the doctors, nurses and family members who care for them. See the film and …

RibBest Rib Competition & Potluck (Naytahwaush, Minn.)

Pinehurst Resort 27345 County Road 4, Naytahwaush, MN, United States

Join us Saturday, May 29 at Pinehurst Resort in Naytahwaush, Minn., for RibBest, a rib competition and potluck! Judging at 4 p.m. Potluck meal at 5 p.m.: Bring a dish to share! Free will offering. All proceeds benefit Hospice of the Red River Valley.

Celebrating Memories for Kids

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In this class, kids ages 8-16 will have an opportunity to learn about what grief is and how honoring our memories of someone who has died can help them to live on in our hearts. Kids will learn to celebrate memories while creating their very own memory box.  This virtual class is free and open …

Free

Being Mortal Free Film Screening & Discussion (Pelican Rapids)

Pelican Valley Senior Living 211 E. Mill Ave., Pelican Rapids, MN, United States

Join us for a free screening and discussion of the Emmy-nominated PBS FRONTLINE documentary “Being Mortal.” Based on the best-selling book by Dr. Atul Gawande, this film explores the hopes of patients and families facing terminal illness and their relationships with the doctors, nurses and family members who care for them. See the film and …

Bismarck Office Open House & Ribbon-cutting

1400 43rd Ave NE Ste 212 Bismarck, ND 1400 43rd Ave NE, Suite 212, ND, United States

Join us for a long overdue open house and ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of our Bismarck office. Hospice of the Red River Valley and House Calls opened an office in Bismarck in early 2020, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, were forced to postpone our grand opening event. Now that safety precautions …

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