by fdgadmin | Apr 29, 2022 | About Us, Staff Spotlight
The Trustees of the Hospice of the Northwest Foundation (HNWF) announce the departure of Executive Director, Wendy Coates, after 10 years of service to the organization. “It has been an honor to serve this community and to work with so many generous and caring donors....
by fdgadmin | Mar 8, 2022 | Bereavement, Foundation, News, Service Line
Grief and loss can be difficult, and compassionate bereavement support can make a difference. That’s why we offer a variety of bereavement support services, meeting people where they are in their grieving process. When a hospice patient passes, their families are...
by fdgadmin | Mar 7, 2022 | News, Spiritual Care, Staff Spotlight
Deana Strom brings a background in art and theological studies to her role as a Hospice Spiritual Counselor. She applies formal education and diverse life-experience as she accompanies patients and their circles of support on their end-of-life journey. “I am grateful...
by fdgadmin | Mar 3, 2022 | News, Volunteer Spotlight, Volunteers
“The loss of my husband and mother impacted me greatly. Hospice of the Northwest played a huge role in supporting me in both instances. I was a volunteer when my husband died and my mother was in hospice when I was caring for her.” Hospice of the Northwest volunteer,...
by fdgadmin | Feb 7, 2022 | News, Nursing, Staff Spotlight
For 20 years, Lynn taught dance and created choreography for a local dance school, Skagit Valley Academy of Dance. During this time, Lynn raised her kids and channeled her love for dance. After working several years as an audiologist for a local Ear, Nose, and Throat...