Jasmine’s Story – A HopeWest Kids Journey

Jasmine’s Story – A HopeWest Kids Journey

In Colorado, 1 in 13 children will lose a parent or a sibling by the age of 18. After the death of someone close to them, children and teens often feel isolated, withdraw from social settings, and have major changes in behavior. When Jasmine lost her father, she built...
Navigating the Holidays with Hope: A Guide to Grief and Gratitude

Navigating the Holidays with Hope: A Guide to Grief and Gratitude

The holiday season, a time of celebration and togetherness, can also be emotionally challenging for those grieving the loss of a loved one. The festive atmosphere, often filled with laughter and joy, can be difficult to enjoy for those faced with grief. The difference...
A Guide to Hospice and Palliative Care: What You Need to Know

A Guide to Hospice and Palliative Care: What You Need to Know

November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, a time to celebrate and raise awareness about the life-changing services that offer comfort and support to individuals and their families facing serious illness and end of life. Hospice and palliative care play...
Breaking the Silence: Supporting Suicide Prevention and Survivors

Breaking the Silence: Supporting Suicide Prevention and Survivors

As the bereavement team with HopeWest Montrose, we often walk alongside individuals and families who are navigating the devastating loss of a loved one to suicide. In light of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month this September, we hope to shed light on this...
Unmasking the Silent Struggles: Let’s Talk Openly About Grief

Unmasking the Silent Struggles: Let’s Talk Openly About Grief

As National Grief Awareness Day approaches on August 30th, it’s time to peel back the layers of a topic that often remains covered in silence: grief. As the Director of Bereavement services for children and adults at HopeWest, I’ve walked alongside...
HopeWest PACE: Work that Matters

HopeWest PACE: Work that Matters

The work of HopeWest PACE has filled a gap in care in Mesa County. It provides a person-centered approach to balance the medical, emotional, physical, and social needs of seniors in our program. Our team works hard not only to support Participants, but to support...
HopeWest Cowboys Support Other Kids Through Seasons of Grief

HopeWest Cowboys Support Other Kids Through Seasons of Grief

Losing a loved one at any age is a difficult experience. But when you are young, it can be absolutely devastating. That is why, teens like Kelton Turner, Connor Blunt, Hampton Hightower and Tatumn Kennedy, have set out to make sure no child in Meeker feels alone in...
Children’s Grief Awareness Day – November 18

Children’s Grief Awareness Day – November 18

National Day to Encourage Support for Grieving Youth Children’s Grief Awareness Day is Nov. 18, and HopeWest encourages the community to show their support by wearing blue. This day is designed to help us become more aware of the needs of grieving children — and the...