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A PLACE OF COMPASSION, COMFORT AND DIGNITY

There’s a good chance that someone you know will need end-of-life care.

And if that someone is a loved one such as a parent or spouse, then you know how difficult it can be to make decisions, especially when you’re feeling distressed or overwhelmed. Hospice care focuses on palliative rather than curative treatments. Our goal is to reduce pain and suffering while helping the patient to live as fully as possible. The strain of caring for a loved one can be more than family caregivers can handle. That’s when a hospice inpatient center like the SECU Hospice House can assist. The SECU Hospice House opened in June of 2010 and is an 18-bed hospice care center for the terminally ill. It is located on Hospital Road a short distance from Johnston Health and is named for the State Employees Credit Union. We strive to make each patient’s stay as comfortable as possible for them and their families.

10/22/2025

A heartfelt thank-you to Barbara Couch, who donated four handmade crochet blankets for our patients at the SECU Hospice House. These thoughtful gifts — and the many others we’ve already received from caring community members — help bring warmth and comfort to those we serve.

10/06/2025

UPDATE (10/16/25):
We can especially use blankets with patriotic colors for our Veteran patients at this time!

ORIGINAL POST:
The SECU Hospice House is in need of lap robes for our patients.

These handmade blankets bring warmth, comfort, and a touch of home to each patient’s room — a small gesture that makes a big difference.

If you enjoy crafting or quilting, please consider creating and donating a lap robe to brighten a patient’s day.

Blanket Details:
• Size: 30 inches x 50 inches is the ideal size; no larger than 3 ft x 5 ft
• Types: crocheted, knitted, or quilted
• Colors: masculine, feminine, or patriotic (red, white & blue) — patriotic lap robes will be given to our Veteran patients
• Note: Blankets must be new/unused

Donations may be delivered to:
SECU Hospice House
426 Hospital Road
Smithfield, NC 27577

09/19/2025

Thank you to our friends over at State Employees' Credit Union!

We're grateful to SECU District 19 for collecting water and snacks for Camp Courage and our family pantry. Thank you also to all the members who contributed to this generous donation!
Your continued partnership and leadership in giving back help make the services we offer, like Camp Courage, possible. Thank you for making a difference when it matters most!

09/10/2025

Honored to be featured on the Best of Johnston County Podcast! One of our wonderful social workers, April Barbour-Capps, discusses SECU Hospice House's mission, Camp Courage, and how we're supporting families in our community.

🎧 Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1zkjURhiuE

Reminder: Camp Courage registration is still open until noon on Thursday, September 11. This supportive camp helps children navigate grief. Register: https://www.johnstonhealth.org/classes-events/camp-courage

What if the only way through grief… was straight through it?This week, we sat down with April Barbour-Capps, the heart behind Johnston County’s SECU Hospice ...

08/30/2025

On Grief Awareness Day, we pause to recognize that grief is not something to “get over” – it is something we learn to carry with love.

We are grateful to our compassionate hospice team for walking alongside families in their most tender moments, creating spaces where they can grieve with dignity and find comfort and support.

To all who are grieving, please know—you are not alone. Your community is here for you.

08/22/2025

Small surprises make the biggest difference💙

Thank you to the wonderful ladies from Carolina Overlook's "Spreading Hope and Kindness" group and to David and Brenda Monse for including us in this heartwarming rock painting project. These inspiring messages will bring smiles to our families and staff. We're grateful to be part of such a thoughtful community. ✨

08/20/2025

Getting ready for Camp Courage! 🎨

Look at all these wonderful activities being prepared for Camp Courage on September 27th at Sonlight Farms! A huge thank you to Sebastian, our amazing Junior Volunteer, who helped at the Hospice House this summer.

We still have spots available! Register at johnstonhealth.org/classes-events/camp-courage/

08/11/2025

Healing hearts, as one community.💙 There is still time to sign up for this year's Camp Courage at Sonlight Farms. Camp Courage opens its doors to children and teens navigating the difficult journey of grief. Whether they've lost a parent, sibling, friend, or another important person in their life, no child should walk through grief alone.

Contact April Barbour-Capps at 919-209-3478 or april.barbour-capps@unchealth.unc.edu to register through September 1.

UNC Health Johnston hosts Camp Courage, a free day camp for children ages 6-17 coping with loss.

08/01/2025

🐕☀️ The Old Farmer's Almanac tells us we're officially in the "dog days of summer" - those hot, sultry days from July into August. But here at SECU Hospice House, our volunteer dog, Bailey, is making these dog days a little brighter for everyone!

07/29/2025

We’re thrilled to have these new enhancements to our space! Thanks to the generosity of this community and the Hospice Fund through the Foundation, we’re able to make this home a safer and more comfortable place for you and your family members.

07/26/2025

Moments like these remind us that every day is a gift. 🎂✨ Sometimes the most precious celebrations are the ones we never expected to have. Watching families create beautiful memories together is at the heart of what we do.

07/24/2025

Supporting our community's youngest hearts through grief 💙

We’re proud to offer Camp Courage annually to provide a safe space for children ages 6-17 to process grief and connect with others who understand their journey.

Grief doesn't have an age limit, and neither does our commitment to caring for those who need support most.

Camp Courage at UNC Health Johnston is designed to help kids navigate grief after losing a loved one 💙

While at Camp Courage, campers have opportunities to:

✔️ Identity and express feelings
✔️ Remember and share memories
✔️ Develop healthy coping strategies

To learn more about Camp Courage and how to get your child involved, visit the following link: https://bit.ly/3YC32iM

Address

426 Hospital Road
Smithfield, NC
27577

Website

http://www.unchealthjohnston.org/hospice

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A place of compassion, comfort and dignity. There’s a good chance that someone you know will need end-of-life care. And if that someone is a loved one such as a parent or spouse, then you know how difficult it can be to make decisions, especially when you’re feeling distressed or overwhelmed. Hospice care focuses on palliative rather than curative treatments. Our goal is to reduce pain and suffering while helping the patient to live as fully as possible. The strain of caring for a loved one can be more than family caregivers can handle. That’s when a hospice inpatient center like the SECU Hospice House can assist. The SECU Hospice House opened in June of 2010 and is an 18-bed hospice care center for the terminally ill. It is located on Hospital Road a short distance from Johnston Health and is named for the State Employees Credit Union. We strive to make each patient’s stay as comfortable as possible for them and their families.