Hospice of North Idaho

12/19/2025

We are incredibly grateful to our current sponsors of the 41st Annual Hospice Wine Taste & Auction on February 7th, 2026. 🍷💙

Your ongoing generosity makes this event possible and directly supports Hospice of North Idaho’s nonprofit mission to provide compassionate care, comfort, and support to patients and families when they need it most.

Because of our sponsors, this evening is more than a celebration—it’s a mission-driven fundraiser that helps ensure we can continue caring for patients and families throughout the communities we serve. Thank you to our new and longtime sponsors who together create a truly lasting impact.

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🍷𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: www.hospicewinetaste.org

12/13/2025

✨ Big News for Hospice of North Idaho! ✨

We’re thrilled to share that Shawna Cauley, MHA, RN, has been named the new Executive Director of Hospice of North Idaho! 🎉

Shawna’s deep commitment to compassionate, patient- and family-centered care, along with her strong clinical leadership and healthcare administration experience, make her an incredible fit to lead our community hospice forward. 

We want to extend our gratitude to Eric Ladwig for his dedicated leadership and direction over the past three years.

Please join us in welcoming Shawna to her new role! 👏

Cauley brings extensive healthcare leadership experience and a deep commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care, a press release said. With a strong clinical background and a master of healthcare administration, she has been a trusted leader within the organization.

12/11/2025

Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer this holiday season? 🎁✨

Give the gift of adventure this holiday season, supporting the Wine Taste and Auction - Sapphire Ball Travel Raffle Ticket from Hospice of North Idaho! 🌍✈️

Imagine surprising family, coworkers, teachers, or friends with a chance to win a custom dream vacation, including round-trip airfare and 5-star hotel accommodations.

🎄 Easy to give.
🎁 Fun to receive.
🌟 Unforgettable memories to be made for the lucky winner!

Tickets make thoughtful gifts for:
✔️ Coworkers
✔️ Family members
✔️ Holiday gift exchanges

Raffle and event tickets on sale now!

Enter now: www.hospicewinetaste.org
Drawing held Feb. 7, 2025 — need not be present to win.

Give a little joy… and maybe win a big trip! 💙✨

12/09/2025

We recently came together to celebrate the heart of our Hospice Thrift Store - Post Falls and to honor the incredible dedication of our volunteers, staff, and our amazing store manager, Fawn.

Shortly after the Post Falls location closed, we hosted a Thrift Store Appreciation Party to thank the many volunteers whose time and energy kept the store running so smoothly. We also celebrated Fawn, who dedicated many years of service and support to Hospice of North Idaho. As a symbol of our gratitude, she was presented with a dove necklace, representing the compassion she shared with our community every day. 🕊️

To our staff and volunteers: we appreciate each and every one of you. And to those who will continue serving our mission, we are deeply grateful for your ongoing commitment. 🤝

Fawn, thank you for your incredible service. Congratulations on your well-deserved retirement! 💙

12/06/2025

On Thursday evening, the community came together for the 44th annual Hospice of North Idaho (HONI) Tree Lighting Ceremony with over 200 people invited to decorate their Christmas trees with the names of their loved ones, light ceremonial candles and participate in an outdoor “memory walk” on the facility grounds.

“The community supports us in so many ways,” said Bereavement Coordinator Abigail Briggs. “This is how we support them. This event is in our hearts.”

In a season often filled with bright lights and celebration, this ceremony is a beautiful reminder that grief and love can share space. 🎄❤️

Read article by Coeur d'Alene Press here: https://cdapress.com/news/2025/dec/06/community-finds-comfort-in-honis-annual-tree-lighting-ceremony/

12/04/2025

“Heart Church raised more than $100,000 in their 2025 Thanks-Giving Offering and surprised Hospice of North Idaho with a gift of over $55,000 to support compassionate end-of-life care at their Schneidmiller House. Staff were moved to tears when they received the check, underscoring the powerful impact of community generosity.“

We are deeply grateful to The Heart Church for their incredible kindness and generosity in supporting our mission. 💙🕊️

Read the full Coeur d'Alene Press here: https://cdapress.com/news/2025/dec/04/gift-from-the-heart-congregation-donates-over-55k-to-honi/

12/04/2025

A Heartfelt Thank You! ✨

This year, our Tree Lighting ornaments were made from talented community members who poured their love into each handcrafted dove. 🕊️

A special thank you to our Dove Ornament Crocheters — Lori S., LeeAnn T., Elaine K., and so many more generous community crafters who contributed their time and creativity. Together, they dedicated over 120 hours to create our beautiful “In Loving Memory Of” dove ornaments for attendees of our tree lighting tomorrow evening.

We are deeply grateful for this gift of time, skill, and heart. 💙

Tickets are still available for our free Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 4, 2026.

Register here: https://one.bidpal.net/treelighting2025/ticketing

12/03/2025

THANK YOU Coeur d'Alene Cremation & Funeral for providing a coffee truck for our staff this morning! We appreciate your ongoing support and kindness. 💙☕️

Thank you Have Beans Will Travel Mobile Espresso for the delicious drinks!

12/02/2025

HONI Star Shoutout! ⭐

On Thanksgiving, the spirit of gratitude and service was beautifully on display at the Schneidmiller House, thanks to the incredible dedication of our very own Chef Jamee and her family.

While many were home with their families, Chef Jamee volunteered to spend the holiday ensuring that everyone at the Schneidmiller House, patients, their families, and our dedicated staff, experienced the warmth and comfort of a traditional Thanksgiving feast. 🦃

Her efforts went beyond just food; they provided a vital sense of normalcy and comfort during a challenging time, reminding everyone present that they are part of a caring community.

We are profoundly grateful to the chefs, volunteers, and staff for their selfless contributions in the kitchen. Thank you for embodying the true meaning of the season! 💙

11/28/2025

It’s that time of year… 🎄✨

We recently had a big job on our campus this year that needed multiple hands on deck. With the winter months approaching and our Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony coming up on December 4th, we needed help hanging our outdoor Christmas lights on our trees and raking up the fall leaves! 🍂

Big THANK YOU to Rotary Club of Coeur d'Alene for donating your time to make our campus truly light up! 🌟

11/28/2025

November is National Children’s Grief Awareness Month, a time to recognize and support grieving children and teens—like those who find healing and connection at Hospice of North Idaho’s Camp Kaniksu. ☀️

Did you know...
Hospice of North Idaho proudly offers Camp Kaniksu, a FREE, 3-day (1-night) camp for youth ages 6–16 who have experienced the death of someone significant in their lives.

Campers come together in a safe, supportive environment to:
✨ Build friendships
✨ Enjoy traditional camp fun
✨ Explore creative and therapeutic grief activities
✨ Learn healthy ways to express and understand their emotions

If you know a child or teen who could benefit, we’re here to help.

🔗 Learn more: https://hospiceofnorthidaho.org/camp-kaniksu/

Camp Kaniksu is a 3 day, 1 overnight, grief camp experience, youth ages 6-16, are invited into a safe and supportive environment where they will be surrounde...