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As nationally recognized leaders in aging, serious illness, and grief, HopeWest provides local and national media resources, experts, patient stories, and community education.
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Media Contact
Thank you for your interest in HopeWest. For media inquires and interviews please contact
Brenna Rhiness
Public Relations Coordinator
970-433-6417
BRhiness@HopeWestCO.org
Recent News & Stories
The Art of Giving Back
Volunteering Changes the World — One Creative Project at a TimeIn 2002, after the death of his partner, Montrose volunteer Ron knew that he wanted to get involved. “Hospice helped us so much and what they did for my partner and me – well, let’s just say it’s an honor...
Everyone Could Use Some Holiday Magic
The kindness shown amongst each other can leave a lasting effect. With an overflow of holiday spirit, Triad EAP partnered with HopeWest to bring gifts to patients in need of a little extra kindness and cheer during this past holiday season. One of the patients who...
It’s Never Too Late to Play the Music
Dennis, who has been getting support and care from HopeWest, had a request. He wanted someone to play the guitar with and to play in front of a crowd. “Finding a volunteer who plays guitar is more difficult than you would think. We found a perfect fit in Connie,” Lisa...
Pet Therapy Volunteers Provide Comfort and Relaxation
There’s a variety of volunteer roles at HopeWest. That includes pet therapy, Dr. Mark Madsen is one of our pet therapy volunteers. He brought Biscuit, a five-year-old yellow Labrador retriever to the interview and she sat on the concrete, happy to take any amount of...
Volunteers Bring Pet Peace of Mind
Judith is a radiant presence; she’s witty and a fantastic storyteller. Her two dogs are just as friendly: Hooper, a nine-year-old Australian Shepherd, and Zozo, a ten-month-old mini–Australian Shepherd, greet Amy as they would a dear friend.
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...
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The Power of Community
The HopeWest Kids Program
Meet the Threshold Choir, HopeWest Volunteers
The Spirit of Community
Healing the Hardest Hurt
Meet Black Dog, HopeWest Pet Therapy Volunteer