Willamette Vital Health

03/06/2026

Today we’re celebrating the heart of Willamette Vital Health, our amazing staff. 💙

Your commitment to excellence, support, and compassion makes a difference every day for our patients, their families, and our community. Thank you for your continued dedication, we truly appreciate our staff and all that they do!

We’re always looking for people who want to make a meaningful difference. Learn more about opportunities here: https://www.wvh.org/careers

03/04/2026

We’re proud to share that Willamette Vital Health has earned a ⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating from Medicare!

This recognition reflects our deep commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality hospice care to every patient and family we serve. A 4-star rating means we’re meeting the standards in clinical excellence, communication, symptom management, and overall patient and family satisfaction.

This achievement belongs to our incredible care teams who lead with empathy and heart each and every day. Thank you to our patients, families, staff, and community for trusting us with your care. We remain committed to serving with excellence.

03/04/2026

UPDATE on the '3 Best Buds' of our earlier post. Boxer Ben is more than ready for his new home. Joey and Benny were taken in by the Boston Terrier group with , when it became clear that finding someone to adopt all three dogs at once was going to take way too long. Ben is so sweet - please help him find his happy ever after

03/03/2026

In honor of Music Therapy Month, we’re sharing special moments from our recent Family Grief Retreat featuring our incredible music therapist, Jessica and Tonya.

We’re grateful for the healing power of music and the compassionate professionals who help guide families through their grief journey.

03/02/2026

Four families joined WVH staff and bereavement volunteers for our first on-site Family Grief Retreat. It was a special day to remember their loved ones, play, connect with others, and build new support systems. The retreat included family activities, age-based groups, music therapy, and dedicated space for healing, friendship, and meaningful connection.

Join us for our next retreat on April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
RSVP required: WVH.org | 503-588-3600

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03/02/2026

We are so proud of all our contestants this year- these lucky pet owners are all winners in our book. We had 338 votes, and are so grateful for your support and willingness to come back each week to cheer them on. We are gearing up to a great event on July 25th, and look forward to seeing you all there!

Congratulations, Nellani!

Thank you so much to Rebecca at for the pics from last year's event!

02/24/2026

What is bradycardia? - A slower-than-normal heart rate can be common in older adults, but it's important to know when it may signal something more serious. If your loved one is feeling dizzy, weak, or lightheaded, it may be time to talk with a medical professional.

A slower-than-normal heart rate can be common in older adults, but it's important to know when it may signal something more serious. If your loved one is feeling dizzy, weak, or lightheaded, it may be time to talk with a medical professional.

02/22/2026

Final week of voting! Week 4 is here! Please Like your favorite poster dog choice on their picture to vote this week, Feb 22nd-28th. Winner announced March 2nd.
Cheer on your favorite to be featured on our posters and T-shirts for the 2026 event. Vote by liking your favorite dog photo on Facebook or commenting on Instagram , or by email: pets@wvh.org.
Vote for only one dog per week/per person, please. Learn more here:
https://wvh.org/pets. Thanks for the
pics from last year's event!

02/20/2026

We offer six week grief support groups throughout the year for people who have lost someone they love. In these groups, you can talk with others who are also dealing with grief and learn more about how the grieving process works. The next group is on Tuesday afternoons, starting March 3rd.

The groups are free, but you must fill out a Pre-Registration Form first. After you turn that in, we will mail you an Informed Consent form. You must complete and return this form before you are fully signed up. If we don’t get it back, you will stay on the waitlist.

Register Here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=ElW8MEEF1UGVrN21P91hWjvsdFfJoHRBs00cKZHoLAlUMzg0SThKVkUyNVE3TDJZODdOMTg5VDZNNC4u&route=shorturl

If you have questions about signing up, please call our Grief Care team at 503.588.3600.

02/17/2026

Protecting your relationship while caregiving - Caring for a family member is demanding, and that stress can spill over into your marriage or close relationships. But with balance, communication, and shared support, it can bring you even closer.

Caring for a family member is demanding, and that stress can spill over into your marriage or close relationships. But with balance, communication, and shared support, it can bring you even closer.

02/15/2026

Week 3 is here! Please Like your favorite poster dog choice on their picture to vote this week, Feb 15-21st.
Cheer on your favorite to be featured on our posters and T-shirts for the 2026 event. Vote by liking your favorite dog photo on Facebook or commenting on Instagram , or by email: pets@wvh.org.
Vote for only one dog per week/per person, please. Learn more here:
https://wvh.org/pets. Thanks for the
pics from last year's event!

02/14/2026

Our pet therapy teams give so much comfort and enjoyment to WVH hospice patients and families! Nicolle and Kora have been with us since 2022, and will retire this spring. We appreciate their visits in Yamhill County. We are always looking for pet therapy teams to share their special warmth and delight. If you have a pet with a heart for people in need of comfort, we'd love to meet you! Learn more here: https://wvh.org/volunteer. Pet Partners Paws for Love Therapy Dogs