Emmanuel Hospice

09/14/2025

🎉 Don’t miss out! Our Online Auction is still live, but not for long!

Every bid helps us reach our goal, and more importantly, it supports a patient in our care and brings comfort to local families in need.

Win incredible prizes like:
A Yeti Soft Cooler + $200 Gift Card to Beyond of Ada
A curated basket of Michigan-made goodies
A getaway to Firekeepers Casino — and more!

Whether you're in it to win or just want to give back, every bid makes a difference.

👉 Bid now:
https://emmanuelhospice.auctions.networkforgood.com/auctions/annual-celebration-2025-auction

09/14/2025

The final installment in our Innovator Series is in recognition of our friends at Medical Equipment & Supply!

When we asked for their partnership in this year's Annual Celebration, CareLinc's leadership extended swift and generous support to the patients of Emmanuel Hospice right when we needed it most. We are so grateful to serve this community alongside them, and we rely on the exemplary support we receive from their staff every day.

Thank you for being our partner in care.

09/13/2025

Next up in our Innovator Series is Ingalls Pictures! Their generous, Innovator Level sponsorship of this year's Annual Celebration is extra special because they also filmed and produced the story that will be featured at this year's luncheon (and publicly after that!) alongside the Emmanuel Hospice team.

We're so grateful for your belief in our mission and for all your support - both practical and creative!

Learn more about Annual Celebration here: https://tinyurl.com/yc4vurcy

09/12/2025

Introducing the Innovator Series - where we'll be introducing those who have made leadership-level commitments in support of our mission through this year's Annual Celebration fundraising effort.

First up is donor and supporter Kathy Schipper! Not only has Kathy served the senior community in her career before retirement, but she generously bolsters the Emmanuel Hospice mission by sharing her time and treasure with us. Thank you for being a part of the Emmanuel Hospice family, we couldn't do it without you!

Learn more about Annual Celebration: https://tinyurl.com/yc4vurcy

09/10/2025

Earlier this week, we had the great privilege of helping a couple celebrate their wedding anniversary in style.

After Jim & Cari got married 29 years ago, they took a mini-moon to Grand Haven. Ever since then, the lakeshore has held a special place in their hearts, and the care team knew that Grand Haven was significant to their love story!

Knowing that their anniversary was approaching, the team thought up a way to make a special experience for them. We teamed up with Noto's at the Bil-Mar, who went above and beyond, working with our team and rolling out the red carpet for Jim & Cari to make this an excellent experience for them.

As they got ready to leave for their date, the care team presented them with flowers, and a recording of Jim's heartbeat set to one of their favorite songs.

As one care team member said: "Jim's smile says it all".

Happy Anniversary Jim & Cari! Thank you for letting us be a part of your journey.

Thank you to Patient Wish Program 2025 Sponsor Bloom Credit Union for their support of experiences like this.

09/09/2025

With gratitude, we recognize our Champion Level sponsors. Leaders who help carry our mission forward with compassion and courage.

Your support empowers us to serve more people with dignity and intention, offering care that meets each person where they are.

Thank you to our joint venture partners St. Ann's, Clark Retirement Community, Brio Living Services, and Sunset Senior Communities! To our friends at LEAD Marketing Agency and , whose support and services help us carry out our mission each day. And last but certainly not least, a heartfelt thank you to Dan Shaheen, Emmanuel Hospice volunteer and husband to Rita, who we had the honor to serve before her passing in 2024 (and whose inspiring story we featured at last year's Annual Celebration!).

Thank you for your belief in our mission and work in the community we all call home.

09/08/2025

The Online Auction benefitting the patients and families of Emmanuel Hospice is open for bidding!!!

Browse the items and bid here: https://emmanuelhospice.auctions.networkforgood.com/auctions/annual-celebration-2025-auction

09/07/2025

We are grateful to recognize our Sustainer Level sponsors whose partnership and loyal support helps make our Annual Celebration Fundraiser possible.

Your gift allows us to provide holistic, person-centered care that honors the whole person - body, mind, and spirit. Because of your generosity, our patients and their loved ones are met with compassion, dignity, and presence during life’s most tender moments.

In addition to the 10 incredible organizations listed here, we thank members of our Board of Directors - Jim & Marie Preston, Harry & Sheila Knopke, Mark & Judy Olesnavage, and John & Sue Teeples as well as Emmanuel Hospice CEO Sara Lowe and Elliott Lowe.

Learn more about Annual Celebration here: https://tinyurl.com/yc4vurcy


Gilda's Club Grand Rapids Trinity Health MI Rivertown Ridge Dan Vos Construction Company TANDEM365 Beacon Hill at Eastgate Living of the Great Lakes Applied Innovation WGVU Sabo PR

09/05/2025

Our Online Auction officially opens to everyone on Monday, and when you bid, you're doing more than just scoring a great item. You're helping Emmanuel Hospice create joyful, meaningful moments for people living with serious illness.

Some of this year’s can’t-miss items:
⛳A Golf & Gear Package with Blue Tees GPS speaker
💆‍♀️ Salon Spa Package
🎁 Curated gift baskets from local Michigan favorites
🎨 Custom art and handmade decor
🏐 Sports & Dinner packages

There’s something for everyone, and every bid makes a difference.

Because at Emmanuel Hospice, it's More About Living.

Browse the items and register here:
👉https://emmanuelhospice.auctions.networkforgood.com/auctions/annual-celebration-2025-auction

📅 Bidding starts Monday, so set your reminder now!

09/04/2025

We’re honored to recognize our Advocate Level sponsors—individuals and organizations who go a step further in advancing our mission. Their support helps ensure that compassionate care and quality of life enhancing services are available for every patient and family we serve.

To the organizations listed, as well as an anonymous donor, and Board of Directors member Dr. Jackie Taylor: Thank you for standing with us and upholding dignity and peace for the patients of Emmanuel Hospice.

Learn more about Annual Celebration here: https://tinyurl.com/yc4vurcy

Life EMS Ambulance Cook Funeral & Cremation Services Distinctive Catering Macatawa Bank

09/03/2025

West Michigan Woman shared the story of a very special lady in our care and her recent patient wish experience! We hope you enjoy this as much as we did!

https://westmichiganwoman.com/wellness/3847-bringing-joy-to-the-doorstep-with-patient-wishes

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09/02/2025

We want to say thank you to the sponsors who make our Annual Celebration Fundraiser possible! Their support sustains exemplary, person-centered care for all those we are called to serve, and today we are recognizing our Friend Level sponsors

We're so grateful to our loyal supporters, and for those who have joined us for the first time this year. Thank you for allowing our patients and their families to focus on living in the midst of serious illness.

Dragonfly Health Acrisure JH Family Stores North Ridge & Howard City Funeral Homes Dykema NUVU FUELS Bloom Credit Union MKD Funeral Home Franciscan Life Process Center DDR Wealth Advisors