Navigating the Journey: A Counselor’s Guide to Dementia Care

Navigating the Journey: A Counselor’s Guide to Dementia Care

In this Q&A style blog, HopeWest Meeker counselor, Judy Eskelson (pictured above), offers advice for caregivers who are supporting loved ones diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Eskelson, who also brings her experience as a nurse practitioner, shares her...
LauraDee’s First Vigil: A Night of Comfort and Peace

LauraDee’s First Vigil: A Night of Comfort and Peace

On a quiet Friday evening, LauraDee answered the call that would mark the beginning of her journey as a HopeWest vigil volunteer. With no plans for the next day, she felt ready to offer her presence in someone’s final hours. Little did she know, this first vigil...