Carolina Caring

02/27/2026

Chronic cardiac conditions affect more than the heart. They affect breathing, energy, comfort, and the entire rhythm of daily life.

As we wrap up , we remember that compassionate, skilled continues all year long. And it matters deeply.

"I have the privilege of walking alongside patients and families facing serious illness,” says Nicole, Hospice nurse on the Advanced Cardiac Care team. “I love to provide them with knowledge to reduce their fears and gain a sense of peace, knowing they are active participants in their loved ones' care.”

Patient comfort, dignity, and quality of life will always come first. Learn more about this care program and how 's Advanced Cardiac Care supports and every day by visiting carolinacaring.org/cardiac-care/.

02/26/2026

We are counting down the days to ! Join us for a delightful evening of food, wine, and meaningful impact.

Flights & Bites is taking off soon, and we’re inviting local businesses and community leaders to come on board as sponsors!

This signature event supports the mission of Carolina Caring, helping ensure patients and families across our region receive compassionate serious illness care when they need it most. Your sponsorship isn’t just brand visibility, it’s meaningful impact.

Learn more and register as a sponsor today: www.carolinacaring.org/flights

Let’s take compassion further, together.

02/24/2026

From to , and many places in between, our staff have created spaces for meaningful discussion about health: body, mind, and spirit.

No matter where our and efforts take us, we are proud to share this mission of providing expert, compassionate care through every stage of the journey, and even through .

Tamika Garrison, Director of Faith and Community Engagement, shares the meaning behind the beautiful artwork and events pictured here: “The heart is both physical and emotional, and just as we can take materials of various qualities to create something beautiful, we must give ourselves permission to take parts of our grief and brokenness and mend them into something lovely once again.”

Learn more about Community Engagement and opportunities at by visiting carolinacaring.org/community.

02/20/2026

On , we pause to recognize every type of caregiver – from our clinical staff who compassionately serve, to the family members who balance work, responsibility, and loving support.

Our patients would not be able to live each day to the fullest without the dedication of their and . Today and every day, thank you for your giving hearts!

is here to help caregivers and families. We offer Advance Care Planning resources, free community , and the Caregiver Solutions Program, which provides clients with assistance completing tasks for daily living. Find out more about Caregiver Solutions, and other support services for patients facing , at CarolinaCaring.Org.

02/19/2026

Thank you, Food Lion Business Resource Group, for supporting our teams who serve Catawba County in honor of National Caregivers Day!

100 Bags were packed with treats and given to staff who provide this meaningful care for our patients and families.

Support like this is more than a kind gesture. It reminds us that compassionate care is strongest when an entire community stands behind it.💙

02/18/2026

For years, Harvey measured his life in doctor's appointments and hospital visits, trying to stay ahead of his cardiac condition. He wanted three simple outcomes: to feel better, to stay at home, and to be treated as more than a diagnosis.

When he connected with Carolina Caring’s , he found a family of who not only took the time to know him, but also slowed down long enough to hear him.

“I know my body better than anyone else, and when I tell you how I’m feeling, or what I’m experiencing, your team listens to me,” he says.

The care provided by his team became the foundation for his future. Harvey received personalized management, access to effective medications, coordinated care plans, and a seamless transition to care when comfort became his top priority.

"He never feels micromanaged," says family member and caretaker, Robin. "You all are partners in his care. That’s the best thing about hospice.”

More than two years later, Harvey is still at home, enjoying time with his family, and receiving expert support from a team that knows what matters to him. Read his full story and see how compassionate cardiac care can change a life: carolinacaring.org/news/were-partners-in-his-care-gaston-county-family-finds-peace-through-advanced-cardiac-care/

02/16/2026

shines a spotlight on Tara Bland, CFRE, Executive Director of the Carolina Caring Foundation!

Bland joined the Carolina Caring Foundation in January 2024, bringing over 15 years of and leadership experience to strengthen our community partnerships, donor engagement, & mission-driven initiatives supporting serious illness care.

Last year, Bland achieved the Certified Fund Raising Executive ( ) designation, demonstrating the highest standard of ethical fundraising approaches. She secured a high-impact grant from The Duke Endowment in collaboration with CaroNova, a nonprofit innovation incubator that works to improve healthcare access & affordability so that all Carolinians can thrive. She also launched the Foundation’s “The Art of Caregiving” event in Fall of 2025.

Bland’s guidance is instrumental in cultivating support from diverse partners throughout our service area. We are thankful for her and her accomplishments for the Carolina Caring Foundation.

02/13/2026

Recent national conversations around fraud and abuse in healthcare underscore the need for strong oversight and accountability across the industry. Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), recently noted that efforts are underway to safeguard the integrity of taxpayer funded healthcare programs.

As a nonprofit organization, our mission drives our work. We are committed to transparency and responsible stewardship in every decision. We believe hospice care should always put patients and families first, and that quality, compassionate, ethical care is the standard that every serious illness provider should meet.

Programs such as Certificate of Need (CON) laws play an important role in supporting those standards. Maintaining as a CON state helps ensure thoughtful expansion and continued access to high-quality, essential care for the people we serve.

Accountability strengthens healthcare. Transparency protects patients. Ethical care honors families. That is hospice done right.

02/11/2026

Carolina Caring & Carolina Caring Foundation announce the expansion of Bamboo Health's Ping services into .

Thanks to generous donors, Carolina Caring Foundation received $25,000 to support this expansion, opening 1,000 additional patients to real-time care coordination through .

Ping has already proven its value in , after a grant from CaroMont Health Foundation helped us launch the service in 2025. This technology allows our teams to identify our patients the moment they arrive in an emergency room, ensuring continuous, whole-person care no matter where their serious illness journey takes them.

“We’re proud to partner with Carolina Caring to support more seamless, coordinated care,” says Blaine Vardoulakis, Bamboo Health. “By leveraging Pings’ real-time care notifications, care teams gain the visibility they need to respond quickly, coordinate transitions and improve outcomes for patients across the continuum.”

Thank you, for your continued partnership & investment in the enhanced patient experience.

02/10/2026

are an integral part of our team!

We're seeking Hospice House , who welcome guests into our facilities, & Support Volunteers, who provide and comfort to patients facing serious illness and the end-of-life journey.

Join us for a free Volunteer Training session to discover why volunteers are crucial to the patient experience and how your skills make a positive difference in .

Saturday, February 21st | 9:00am-2:00pm
Carolina Caring - 3975 Robinson Rd, Newton, NC

Lunch will be provided. Register through 's Volunteer Department at 828.466.0466 ext. 2141 or email volunteer@carolinacaring.org. If you are unable to attend this date, contact us, and staff can arrange another training session for you.

02/09/2026

We ♥ - and our teams showed up in a big way!

Whether near or far, Carolina Caring staff gathered across our service areas to showcase their Wear Red spirit in support of .

Thank you to all for bringing the energy, the unity, and the heart behind the work we do!

02/06/2026

reminds us of the power of care that respects lived experience and treats every life with dignity.

Throughout history, Black physicians, advocates, and leaders have used their experiences and knowledge to shape the industry.

We are grateful for the voices and contributions that continue to guide us toward more , care for all.