Agrace News

BARABOO, Wis. – When grieving the death of a loved one, it’s difficult to know what to expect. As local experts on issues involving death and dying, Agrace Hospice & Palliative Care is hosting free “Grief 101” presentations in Baraboo and Reedsburg on Thursday, September 7. The Reedsburg presentation will take place at the Reedsburg Library, 370 Vine Street, Reedsburg, from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.  The Baraboo presentation will be at Agrace Hospice & Palliative Care, 1670 South Boulevard in Baraboo, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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MADISON, Wis. – On Thursday, August 24, Agrace Hospice Care at 5395 E. Parkway, Madison, is hosting a reception for Adams Outdoor Advertising of Madison. Adams is being recognized for its on-going initiative called “Collaborate” which provides selected non-profits with a year-long branding campaign. The free campaign includes art-work, space, and production services valued at $250,000.  

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As reported by David Wahlberg of the Wisconsin State Journal

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As reported by Joe Vanden Plas of In Business

The business case for diversity and inclusion is increasingly evident, but best practices are still a work in progress.

When economic development officials talk to out-of-state businesses that are pondering a move to the south-central region, workforce is always at the top of their list — most often number one. Since we’re talking about people and populations, and those populations are gradually changing the demographic face of Greater Madison, it’s safe to say that workforce diversity and inclusion fit hand-in-glove with economic development.

Fortunately, more local for-profit and nonprofit employers understand that their future workforce growth will come from women and people of color.

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FITCHBURG, Wis. – Employees’ concern for patients who need help paying for end-of-life care is the impetus behind a new local fundraiser in Fitchburg. On Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, Agrace Hospice & Palliative Care will hold its first Race for Agrace event—a grassroots effort that started with the compassionate concern of one Agrace nurse.  

Proceeds from the one-mile fun walk and timed 5K run/walk will support the nonprofit’s Care for All program, which provides free or discounted services to patients who cannot afford Agrace’s quality end-of-life or palliative care. Anyone in the community can participate, and they will be walking or running alongside many Agrace staff, including Christine Hammer, R.N., who began organizing the Race for Agrace early this year.

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As Reported by Kyrah Scheidemann of Madison 365

Brenda Gonzalez knows that “home” means something different to everyone and whatever home means to you, that helps you look at life a little differently.

The Mexico City native recently realized that at some point in her life, she had made the United States her home by becoming a link between newcomers and the established community.

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As reported in The Courier

The public is invited to the Waterloo American Legion at 7 p.m. Monday, July 24 for an informational meeting on hospice and palliative care services in private homes, skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. Michele Strauss from Agrace Hospice and Palliative Care agency will provide information in both caring for patients and their families, and in educating others about death, dying and grief.

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As reported by WKOW

WINDSOR (WKOW) — People are playing golf Saturday in honor of two men who died of cancer and to help others who need end of life care.

The Neumy Golf Outing at Lake Windsor Golf Club, raises money for Agrace HospiceCare in Madison. That’s where Randi Neumeyer was cared for before he passed away of melanoma cancer in 2002. The event is now in memory of him and his friend Paul Petersen, who died of lung cancer in 2004.

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With the opening of the Agrace Grief Support Center this August, we need lots of things to furnish the different kid-friendly spaces—everything from silverware to a foosball table!

We have created a wish list on Amazon.com. If you are interested in purchasing something for the Grief Center (life-like stuffed snake, anyone?) please check out the wish list. Gift cards are also welcome!

The cost/value of any gift purchased through the Amazon wish list is considered a tax-deductible donation to Agrace. Upon receiving notice of your gift, the Agrace Foundation Team will send a thank-you letter, which is your receipt for tax purposes.

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