Southeast Iowa Regional Home Health & Hospice

04/17/2026

In a world where hope can seem scarce, organ donation offers a beacon of light and a chance for someone to live a fuller, healthier life. ✨️

April is Donate Life month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the critical need for organ, eye, and tissue donation. It’s a moment to honor those who have given the gift of life and to encourage others to register as donors. Becoming an organ donor is a simple but very impactful decision. Here’s how you can make a difference:

💙 Register online: The easiest and most common way to register is online through your state’s registry or at the national registry. This process involves providing basic personal information and confirming your decision to donate.

💙 Designate your decision on your driver's license: Most states allow you to indicate your intent to be an organ donor when you apply for or renew your driver’s license.

💙 Inform your family: It’s essential to discuss your decision with your family and loved ones. Even with a registered designation, your family may be involved in the donation process.

💙 Consider all types of donations: Understand the different types of donations: organ, eye, and tissue. Each plays a vital role in saving and improving lives.

💙 Understand the process: It is important to know that medical professionals prioritize saving your life first. Organ donation is only considered after all life-saving efforts have failed and death has been declared.

Learn more here: https://www.greatriverhealth.org/news/releases/give-the-gift-of-life-celebrating-donate-life-month/

04/10/2026

❤️ Tender Heart Tuesdays ❤️

Our compassionate bereavement specialists guide you through your grief journey in a supportive group setting.

West Burlington Sessions are hosted on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

Upcoming session:
Date: Tuesday, April 14
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Klein Gathering Room | Klein Center -1307 S. Gear Ave.

04/08/2026

Ready to make a small gesture ➡️ that creates a big impact?!

Your generosity can help Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice maintain a true home at our Hospice House by providing essential items that ensure comfort, care, and compassion for our patients and their families.

Our updated wish list makes giving back easier than ever! From the comfort of your home, you can now send gifts like a pack of coffee filters, tea, hot chocolate, or a blanket – items that bring immense comfort to patients on their final journey.

Browse our wish list today and make someone smile! 👉 https://bit.ly/4sW9WeW

04/04/2026

❤️ Tender Heart Tuesdays ❤️

Our compassionate bereavement specialists guide you through your grief journey in a supportive group setting.

Fort Madison Sessions are hosted on the 1st Tuesday of each month.

Upcoming Fort Madison Session:
Date: Tuesday, April 7
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center (5445 Avenue O),
Basement Conference Room

03/31/2026

Yesterday we celebrated our amazing social workers! 🌟

Across our health system they are the steady presence during life’s most overwhelming moments:

In our hospital setting, they help patients and families navigate complex medical decisions, connect with resources, and plan for care beyond discharge.

In long‑term care, social workers build meaningful relationships, advocate for residents, support families, and help ensure quality of life at every stage. And in hospice care, they provide compassionate guidance, emotional support, and comfort, walking alongside patients and loved ones during deeply personal moments.

Across every setting, social workers are advocates, educators, problem‑solvers, and trusted listeners. They help remove barriers to care, support mental and emotional well‑being, and ensure patients are treated as whole people, not just diagnoses.

During Social Worker Month, we thank our social workers for the compassion, strength, and dedication they bring to hospice and the rest of our health system every day. Your work makes a lasting difference, and we are grateful for all that you do. 💙

03/24/2026

Thank you F&M Bank for selecting Southeast Iowa Regional Home Health and Hospice. We sincerely appreciate your support!

Each month, a department gets to choose a nonprofit to support and this month the Client Services Team at the Downtown Burlington branch selected Southeast Iowa Regional Home Health & Hospice.

This donation is a monetary gift, allowing them to use it where it’s needed most as they provide comfort and compassionate care to individuals and families during some of life’s most difficult moments. We’re truly honored to support the meaningful work they do in our community.

03/19/2026

Grief can show up in many ways...💔

Feeling heavy one day, quiet the next, or catching us off guard when we least expect it.

There’s no right timeline and no single way to grieve. During seasons of loss, having a space to be heard, understood, and supported can make the journey feel a little less isolating. That's why our Hospice team offers free grief support groups and programs like Table for One.

Table for One is for those who have lost their spouse or someone very close to them. This event includes a free meal and will provide tips about:
• Coping with your feelings
• Legal concerns
• Cooking for one
• And more

If you or someone you know is interested in joining our Table for One event on March 27, please call 319‑768‑3350 to register. Space is limited, and registration is required.

03/13/2026

Join us in welcoming our new hospice volunteers! 👋

To become a volunteer, you must attend our volunteer training, and this group just completed our 2-day spring session!

They will each choose their own volunteer hours and activities to find a role that fits their skills, interests, and time commitment while bringing comfort and peace to patients and families.

From baking cookies to bringing their pets in to visit with patients, there's something for everyone!
• Baking cookies
• Providing meals to families
• Crocheting angels
• Sewing quilts, fidget aprons, or walker bags
• Offering musical talents
• Providing comfort, care, and compassion to patients and their families
• Assisting with housekeeping, grocery shopping, or running errands
• Office administration support
• Maintaining the cleanliness of hospice equipment
• Assisting with hospice events
• Pet Therapy
• Supporting others as they cope with loss

Thank you all for your time, efforts, and the impact you will make! Learn more about volunteering at Great River Health:
https://www.greatriverhealth.org/patients-visitors/giving-back/volunteering/

02/25/2026

⭐🌟Announcing our 2026 Excellence in Practice Finalists! ⭐🌟

Excellence in Practice is an annual Great River Health program recognizing employees nominated by their colleagues for outstanding contributions in the following categories: Clinical Excellence, Service Excellence, Community Excellence, Advanced Practice Professional Excellence, Leadership Excellence, Nursing Excellence, Physician Excellence, and Rookie of the Year.

Check out the video below to see the finalists in each category! The award recipients will be announced during our Extraordinary Achievements Award Banquet on Wednesday, February 25. Congratulations to our finalists!

Want to be part of an organization that values and recognizes your work? We're always hiring talented and dedicated individuals to join us in providing exceptional care to our communities. 👉 https://www.greatriverhealth.org/careers/