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Emmanuel Hospice aspires to create a peaceful experience for the dying and their loved ones by providing exemplary spiritual and physical care. St.

Emmanuel Hospice is an interfaith collaboration of four like-minded organizations with over 200 years of combined experience. Ann’s, Clark, Porter Hills and Sunset have joined together to deliver the highest level of holistic care to the dying and their loved ones in the West Michigan community. The foundation of our partnership is rooted in common missions and values, and this has enabled us to s

hare resources, skills and expertise to better serve those in our community with a life-limiting illness or condition. We are united in our aspiration to create a peaceful experience in any setting for the dying and their loved ones by providing exemplary spiritual and physical care. The Emmanuel Hospice team of professionals is committed to excellence in providing you or your loved one with dignified end-of-life comfort care. We customize our care to best meet your needs by bringing our services to the place you consider home; whether it’s your home of many years, a skilled nursing residence, assisted living facility or hospital. The setting may differ, but our caregiving always remains the same.

04/24/2026

Another wish fulfilled, and this one had been close to Judy's heart for a long time. 🦁

Judy is 82, a former nurse of 30 years, a world traveler, a maker of beloved pies, and a devoted mom and grandma. Years ago, she and her husband, Donald, tried to see The Lion King together in Ontario but couldn't get seats. The wish stayed with her.

When she mentioned it to her Emmanuel Hospice social worker after seeing an ad for the show, her care team made it happen.

She took her seat at DeVos Performance Hall, with her son Kent and his wife Colleen at her side.

A night at the theatre is one thing. A night like this is a reminder that joy, wonder, and new memories are possible at every stage of life.

Judy, you deserve every moment of it.

Thank you to Bloom Credit Union for their ongoing support of our Patient Wishes Program, and to Broadway Grand Rapids for this unique donation and for making this night possible.

04/23/2026

It’s National Volunteer Week! A time to celebrate the people (and pets!) who make Emmanuel Hospice a place of comfort and connection.

If you’ve ever witnessed a patient’s face light up when a Pet Visitor walks into the room, you know the magic they bring. These visits can ease anxiety, spark memories, and offer a sense of calm that words alone can’t provide.

We’re hoping to grow this special program, and we’re looking for more volunteers with pets who have that gentle, loving presence. Your pet doesn’t need to do tricks or have a fancy pedigree — just a warm heart and a calm spirit.

If you’ve been searching for a meaningful way to give back, this could be it. Let’s talk about how you and your furry companion can make a difference together.

Call us any time at 616.719.0919 or email Holly: hsalas@emmanuelhospice.org

04/22/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day!

As anyone with a stellar administrative team knows, they are so much more than support staff.

They are the keepers of details, the steady hands behind the scenes, and the ones who make sure every moving part stays connected. They field the questions, solve the puzzles, anticipate the needs, and keep our organization grounded and moving forward.

Simply put: they are a foundation of our mission.
Their work makes our work possible.
And without their dedication, we would not be able to provide the exemplary, compassionate care our community relies on.

To our incredible administrative professionals: thank you for your expertise, your patience, your heart, and the countless ways you support our team, our patients, and our families every single day. We are so grateful for you.

04/20/2026

Happy Volunteer Appreciation Week to our Emmanuel Hospice volunteers!

Your commitment shows up in steady, meaningful ways. Through your time, your presence, and your willingness to support patients and families during some of life’s most important moments. What you do matters deeply!

Emmanuel Hospice Volunteer Becky shared a reflection that captures the impact of this selfless work:

“My experience has been more than I could have imagined. Meeting the patients has enriched my life and I hope I am helping them as much as they have inspired me.”

Her words reflect what so many of you bring to this community: a genuine desire to be helpful, to listen, and to show care in a way that feels human and real.

To every volunteer: whether you’re at the bedside, supporting families, helping behind the scenes, or offering your skills in other ways — thank you. Emmanuel Hospice is stronger because of you, and we’re grateful for the difference you make every day.

04/17/2026

✨ Emmanuel Hospice is growing, and we’re excited to welcome RN Case Managers and CNAs who feel called to make a meaningful difference. ✨

Working in hospice is sacred work - full of compassion, dignity, and connection. At Emmanuel Hospice, our team is known for lifting one another up, collaborating closely, and creating an environment where everyone feels supported and valued. Our people truly are the heart of what we do.

If you’re someone who wants to use your skills in a place where your presence matters, your colleagues have your back, and your work carries deep purpose, we’d love to talk with you.

Apply here: https://emmanuelhospice.org/careers/

Know someone who might be a great fit? Please share or tag them to help us spread the word. Together, we can continue providing the exceptional care our community deserves.

04/16/2026

Today is National Healthcare Decisions Day, a reminder of how powerful it can be to make your wishes known long before you need them. At Emmanuel Hospice, we see every day how thoughtful planning brings peace—both to those making decisions and to the loved ones who may one day need to honor them.

Advance care planning isn’t about anticipating the worst. It’s about making space for meaningful conversations, sharing what matters most, and ensuring your voice is heard in the moments that matter.

Whether you’re just starting the conversation or updating your plans, today is a beautiful opportunity to reflect, talk, and take the next step.

Your story, your values, your voice deserved to be honored, and when your loved ones know your wishes, they can rest easier knowing they did what you would have wanted.

If you’d like resources or support in beginning this process, check these out:

🔗Advance Directive Template: https://www.caringinfo.org/planning/advance-directives/by-state/michigan/

🔗More information: https://emmanuelhospice.org/free-hospice-resources/

04/07/2026

These billboards have been quietly doing their job for some time now: making sure our message reaches people where they already are. Visibility isn’t just marketing, it’s part of how we remove barriers and reach our community more effectively. Not everyone has access to the resources and information they need, and this is one small way to bridge that gap.

We’re excited to share a few photos today. If you spot one around town, take a photo and drop it in the comments - we love seeing them through your eyes!

Thank you to the partners and supporters that make this possible!

OUTFRONT Media USA

04/05/2026

Happy Resurrection Sunday from Emmanuel Hospice! May this season of spring be filled with warmth, hope, and new beginnings.

03/30/2026

On National Doctor's Day, we want to honor the service and skill of our physicians and providers at Emmanuel Hospice. Interdisciplinary collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and our doctors' guidance supports harmonious and effective overall care.

Our Medical Director Dr. Jordan Sall recently shared about what that coordination looks like, and how it makes hospice unique.

“With hospice, families get better cohesion of services related to comfort and quality of life. We coordinate all physician and nurse visits, handle medication refills, offer spiritual care, provide social work support and obtain specialty equipment that is often difficult or expensive for families to get on their own. Patients and caregivers rest easier knowing our team has all that handled.”

Thank you, doctors, for providing the steady guidance that empowers our whole team to provide exemplary, compassionate care that brings relief when it matters most.

Happy Doctor's Day!!

03/24/2026

💙 We are feeling incredibly grateful for our friends at Bloom Credit Union.🌳

Their generous support of our Patient Wish Program helps us bring moments of joy, comfort, and meaning to those we serve - moments that often become cherished memories for families.
Whether it’s creating a special experience, fulfilling a long‑held wish, or simply bringing a bit of light into a difficult time, Bloom’s partnership makes these moments possible.

Their commitment to compassion and community shines through in everything they do, and we are so thankful to have them walking alongside us.

From all of us at Emmanuel Hospice, and from the patients and families whose lives are touched by these wishes, thank you, Bloom Credit Union, for helping us make hospice More About Living 💙

03/23/2026

💙 For the next installment in our reintroduction series, we're sharing what sets Emmanuel Hospice apart. For us, it's the little moments - and the meaningful ones - that make all the difference.

We’re proud to offer a range of complementary therapies and services that bring comfort, connection, and joy to the people we serve.

From massage and music therapy to virtual reality experiences, essential oils, pet visitors, art legacy projects, expanded grief support, and our patient wish program, each offering is designed to support the whole person, mind, body, and spirit.

Our mission is about helping patients live fully, meaningfully, and with dignity by learning what matters most to them.

These services rely on the generous support of donors and community partners. To learn more, call us any time at 616.719.0919.

03/16/2026

This week, we’re continuing our reintroduction by sharing the core values that guide Emmanuel Hospice: Hope, Empathy, Stewardship, and Respect.

These values shape not only how we care, but who we are as a nonprofit, community‑based provider committed to serving our neighbors with compassion and integrity.

Address

401 Hall Street SW, Suite 263
Grand Rapids, MI
49503

Website

http://www.emmanuelhospice.org/

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