Finding Hope
“I don’t know why they call it HopeWest, but it’s a really good name. Because there is hope. I mean, you got to have hope.” When Ed Gonzales talks about his wife, the whole room lights up, “Jaunice is the most amazing person. She is one of those people who can...
HopeWest Patient Finds Purpose and Satisfaction through Woodturning
Holding a piece of apricot firewood, Bobby Clement admires its beauty and envisions its potential. Having been in pastoral and music ministry for more than 35 years, Bobby was always busy, going, and doing. He became acquainted with HopeWest through visits with...
HopeWest CNA Goes the Extra Mile to Serve Hospice Patients
“Just because my patients are in hospice doesn’t mean they can’t go outside or do things they enjoy,” said Heidi, HopeWest Certified Nurse’s Assistant (CNA). “The way I see it, I’m lucky enough to be part of this next chapter or another adventure in my patients lives...
Healing with Horses
Through the HopeWest Kids equine assisted counseling program, children and teens have the opportunity to work through grief in the company of horses. This seven-week program facilitated by HopeWest counselors and equine therapy volunteers, helps children build a sense...