by Kim Snarr | Nov 11, 2016 | Partnership, bereavement, blog, grief, hospice care, veterans, volunteers, Community
John Flint still was soaring the day after his Honor Flight trip to the U.S. war memorials in Washington, D.C. The nationally-treasured sights, surprise on-flight mail call and grand welcome home celebration at St. Pete-Clearwater International airport all left this...
by Kim Snarr | Oct 26, 2016 | bereavement, education, grief, Community
Once again the holidays are upon us. But for some people, reveling in the joy of the season isn’t so simple because their loved ones are no longer here. In light of this difficult loss, there’s hope for peace. If you or your family members are struggling with a death...
by Kim Snarr | Oct 6, 2016 | blog, grief, hospice care, pediatric, traumatic loss, volunteers, Community
Facing the loss of a pregnancy or death of a baby can be heartbreaking. Each year, many women and their families are affected by such tragic loss, pain and grief. “The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS)...
by Kim Snarr | Jun 24, 2016 | counseling, grief, traumatic loss, Community
The Pulse gay night club mass shooting in Orlando gripped our hearts around the world. It was the deadliest of its kind in American history and we’re still hurting. We grieve the 49 men and women killed and gone too soon that fateful morning in Orlando on June 12. We...
by Kim Snarr | Apr 13, 2016 | Special Events, bereavement, care centers, grief, hospice care, inspiration, teen volunteers, veterans, volunteers
It’s National Volunteer Week and we celebrate all those helping others in need across America. Special thanks and appreciation to the many volunteers who support our Empath Health integrated network of care in Tampa Bay. They shine as lights of inspiration, dedicating...
by Kim Snarr | Mar 15, 2016 | caregiver, bereavement, care centers, grief, Home health, hospice care, palliative care, pediatric, volunteers
March is Child Life Month and we want to acknowledge the many care professionals who support the special needs of children and families to bring them comfort. People hope their children will be born healthy and live long, productive lives. Sometimes, children...
