Stillwater Hospice

08/13/2025

🌟 We are interviewing for a Regional RN Director – Western Montana! Oversee hospice agencies in Bozeman, Butte, Missoula, and Helena—guiding Clinical Directors, championing quality patient care, managing budgets and staffing, and ensuring regulatory compliance. This onsite leadership role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the region. ➡️ Apply today on our website; https://bit.ly/4oFU8f4

Trace Bedwell

08/13/2025

“There is nothing wrong with you for dying.”

In A Beginner’s Guide to the End, hospice physician B.J. Miller and journalist Shoshana Berger offer a compassionate, no-fluff guide to facing the end of life with clarity, dignity, and even humor.

From tough conversations to practical how-to’s, this book is a must-read for anyone navigating serious illness, caregiving, or loss.

📚 Learn more wherever you buy books.

08/12/2025

Flower power in action! Thanks to Anne Stoner of Feeder Creek Farms, our patients are enjoying gorgeous, garden-fresh floral arrangements—8 every other week! Anne wanted to give back in a way that brightens days and lifts spirits.

This week, our amazing volunteer Sara (pictured) delivered a few arrangements, while the rest of our team spread the beauty to patients across the community.

Anne, your kindness is blooming in every room—thank you for sharing your heart and your garden with Stillwater Hospice families in Bozeman, Montana.

Feeder Creek Farms


h.mickelsen Trace Bedwell

08/11/2025

This month’s Volunteer Spotlight shines on Selene Dunn.

Selene has been volunteering with us since November of 2024. She has taken on every volunteer role I’ve asked her to perform. She has been a check-in person at the Tree of Remembrance, helped prep and deliver 450 roses on Valentine’s Day to all the assisted living patients, run errands for patients, and sat with patients to give caregivers a much-needed break.

She has also sat with patients who had no family, offering a loving, caring presence as they took their last breath. Selene has a great sense of humor and a calming presence.

Selene is a one-of-a-kind wonder. She’s a contractor, currently renovating two houses to sell. She not only improves the lives of Butte residents through her volunteering but also improves the city itself—breathing new life into historic homes and building new ones.

In her spare time (yeah, right), you’ll find her in her greenhouse or garden. Even with all that, Selene finds both time and joy in volunteering.

She and her late husband had a ranch in the Divide area, which she sold after his passing. But Selene was drawn back—because it still felt like home.

Selene says about volunteering:

“I was blessed to have been born with a caretaker’s heart. Volunteering my time so that the full-time caretakers can have time off—for me—is not a completely altruistic endeavor though. To be honest, it makes me feel good about myself, which of course is really pretty selfish and self-centered...”

Selene is a precious blessing.

08/07/2025

📣 This month’s community partner spotlight: The Springs at Bozeman—a modern lodge-style community with top-tier amenities, stunning views, and endless ways to stay active, connect, and enjoy each day.

Thank you for years of meaningful collaboration that continues to benefit our community, families, and patients. 💚

The Springs at Bozeman

08/07/2025

Facing the end of life with a loved one is never easy—but understanding what to expect can make all the difference.

Our End-of-Life Management: How to Prepare guide offers compassionate insight to help you create comfort, peace, and presence during the final stages of life.

📘 Visit the Education page on our website to view all of our free downloadable resources. https://bit.ly/427SDx2

08/07/2025

Jean Mickelsen, Community Relations Representative for Stillwater Hospice in Bozeman, had the honor of joining The Springs Senior Living team once again for their annual Vietnam Veterans Golf Tournament—marking her third year participating in this meaningful event.

It’s a day she looks forward to each year, filled with camaraderie, gratitude, and a shared commitment to honoring those who served. Stillwater Hospice is proud to support local veterans and the communities that lift them up.



The Springs at Bozeman

08/05/2025

This month’s story comes from our Helena, Montana agency; Meet Zoe Chamberlin, Community Relations Representative.

“My start into healthcare began right out of high school. I got my CNA license right after graduation and started working for a very large assisted living facility and taking care of my grandpa. I got to know what healthcare was like right before the pandemic hit and during the peak of the pandemic.

Working in assisted living opened my eyes to hospice and what exactly it was. I didn't really understand hospice until I started working in assisted living and had many residents who received hospice care. I, along with many others, thought hospice is only meant to be used in the last few days/moments of someone being with us. I learned very quickly through the hospice team and our nurses that that isn't always the case. I had many amazing hospice nurses who I really valued and looked up to and learned lots from.

Taking care of my grandpa was a very difficult thing for me. His hospice nurse truly helped make a lot of things easier. It was hard for me to come to terms with him being on hospice. His hospice team was there for me and helped all of us understand the hospice benefit and process. I just wanted to be by his side and for him to be comfortable, and his hospice team did just that. There wasn't one time where I saw him in pain. If we had questions or needed them to come out, they were there in a heartbeat. They made things easy, and it kind of all clicked with me then that I wanted to be able to help families during these difficult times in some way. Hospice is such a scary topic for some, and I wanted to be able to help families with the difficult topic and help ease their minds. I wanted to be able to make a positive impact on families and ease them the way I was eased during a difficult time.

I knew that when the opportunity arose for me to be a part of a hospice team—and a good one—I had to take it. When I joined Stillwater, I knew I was going to be able to bring comfort and education to families going through the process of a loved one being on hospice, or even helping the patient themselves understand what hospice is. The fulfillment it brings me knowing that I get to help families during a difficult time and help ease their nerves makes me feel good and is the reason why I am a part of an amazing hospice team.”

We love your story, thank you for sharing it, and for being a part of the Stillwater Hospice family! 🧡

08/02/2025

Stronger Together. Rooted in Compassion. 🫱🏻‍🫲🏻 With Hestia Advantage in Missoula now part of the Stillwater Hospice family, we’re expanding more than just our footprint—we’re uniting around a shared mission of deeply personal, values-driven care. Discover how this partnership enhances our commitment to patients, families, and communities across Montana. Read more in our August blog—link in bio.

Rooted in Values. Driven by Compassion.

08/01/2025

Who can refer someone to hospice care? The answer might surprise you. It’s not just doctors—anyone can start the conversation.

Whether you’re a family member, friend, or even the patient, you have the power to take that first step.

🎥 Our August video breaks it down—watch now on our blog page. https://bit.ly/3UFfB9X

How Anyone Can Make A Difference

07/29/2025

Have a skill and a heart to serve?

We’re looking for compassionate volunteers—whether you're a great listener or have a special gift like massage, hairstyling, music, or storytelling.

Visit our Volunteer page to learn more and apply today. https://bit.ly/4gq4HNK

07/28/2025

Yesterday’s car show at The Springs at Bozeman had some serious shine—and we added a little sparkle of our own!

We donated a Car Wash prize kit for one of the winning rides, because every showstopper deserves to keep that glow going.

Thanks to The Springs for hosting such a fun event—we loved being part of it! 🚗✨

07/27/2021

Hospice care is often as much for the spouse, caregiver and/or family of our patients as it is for the patients themselves. Its not an easy thing to watch your loved ones struggle. Sometimes we must admit that as much as we'd like to, we can't do everything. Our experienced hospice team is ready to help in anyway possible. By answering your questions, sharing information, controlling pain, preserving dignity and giving much-needed support.
https://stillwaterhospice.com/

07/22/2021

Check Out out this Video that Answers all your Questions about what Hospice Care really looks like to Patients, Care Givers and Families! https://stillwaterhospice.com

07/20/2021

Wondering how to get started with Hospice Care & Questions?
If you have been encouraged to seek hospice care for a friend or family member, we appreciate you visiting our website. We would like to schedule a time with you to meet with a member of our admissions team. During our discussion, you will learn about hospice care eligibility, levels of service and more about the Stillwater Hospice difference.
Click to get connected:
https://stillwaterhospice.com/family-caregivers/

07/16/2021

We are so grateful for our clients, families, patients, staff & volunteers! It's nice to receive this positive feedback. We truly welcome an opportunity to serve you and your family as well.
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07/12/2021

Hospice FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
✅How can I be sure that quality hospice care is provided?
✅Do state and federal reviewers inspect and evaluate hospices?
✅What happens if I cannot stay at home due to my increasing care need and require a different place to stay during my final phase of life?
✅Can I be cared for by hospice if I reside in a nursing facility or other type of long-term care facility?
✅What role does the hospice volunteer serve?
✅How does the hospice work to keep the patient comfortable?
✅Is hospice available after hours?
✅Will I be the only hospice patient that the hospice staff serves?
✅How does hospice care begin?
✅When is the right time to ask about hospice?
Click below for the answers:
https://stillwaterhospice.com/family-caregivers/

07/09/2021

Here is what our clients and patients are saying about us!
"These people have been exceptionally good with my mother who is 93 and in Assisted Living. They keep me in the loop always and if anything changes they let me know right away. Very nice staff!" Vickie H.
https://stillwaterhospice.com/

07/02/2021

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07/01/2021

You may have heard that the time for which someone can receive hospice care is very short; however, it is actually longer than most people believe. Under Medicare and Medicaid, for example, the first two periods of care last for 90 days each, followed by an unlimited number of 60-day periods. As such, patient may receive the benefits associated with hospice care—such as reduced stress and greater physical comfort—for 6 months or more. This gives them a greater opportunity to enjoy the last months of life, while easing the burden on those they care about.

02/27/2021

WE OFFER THERAPY SERVICES WHILE IN HOSPICE CARE
Some of the individuals who receive hospice care from Stillwater Hospice require help developing new skills to perform everyday tasks. Often, this is the result of a medical condition; for example, those who have undergone a stroke may have difficulty holding a fork or other utensils. Occupational, speech-language or physical therapy may be prescribed by the medical team when it is medically necessary. The goal is to help patients complete basic tasks and maintain function.
Additional therapies may be provided to patients and caregivers by qualified volunteers on a case-by-case basis.
https://stillwaterhospice.com/our-services/therapies/

02/15/2021

Today is President’s Day!
Did you know that the holiday started as a day to celebrate Washington’s Birthday? Later it evolved to also celebrate Lincoln’s birthday! It has now evolved into a day to celebrate all of our presidents!
No matter your views today is a day we come together, and celebrate all of our presidents that we have had and those to come!

12/11/2020

It's the most WONDERFUL time of the year! All the beautiful Christmas lights!! Check them all out with this map on where to find Billngs best!





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08/07/2020

WHAT IS OUR MISSION?
Stillwater Hospice honors and respects the sacred process that is end-of-life care. We are here to guide and support both patients and their families, when and how they need us most. Working together, our interdisciplinary team of medical, social and spiritual care providers provide comfort, preserve dignity and allow those we serve the opportunity to make every moment count.
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We are here to help our patients experience the highest quality of life possible when that life is li

07/01/2020

Holiday Hours:
July 3rd CLOSED
July 4th CLOSED - Happy 4th🇺🇸
July 5th CLOSED
July 6th OPEN Regular Hours
Have a Safe and Healthy Weekend!

Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area's Ok-A-Beh Marina opened on June 24 and will now provide pontoon boat rentals, fuel and basic necessities in its small store.

05/19/2020

Governor Bullock announces Montana to enter Phase Two of reopening plan on June 1st. Read the full release: https://covid19.mt.gov/Portals/223/Documents/Phase%20Two%20Directive%20with%20Appendices.pdf?ver=2020-05-19-145442-350

05/14/2020

Check out the Re-Opening guidelines for gyms, museums and theaters in Montana!

Here are the May 15th re-opening guidelines for gyms, museums and theaters in Montana! For more information, please see Governor Bullock's full release:https://yceconomicrecovery.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Governor-Bullock-Announces-Additional-Phase-One-Guidelines-to-Include-Gyms-Movie-Theaters-and-Museums.pdf

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