Events
Please see our calendar below for more details. Some are held online while others are in-person.
Our interactive online calendar allows you to view events by month, week or day. Click on each event title for more information, including description and details about how to RSVP. Hospicare has a list of online grief resources that may be of assistance.
Throughout the year, Hospicare holds many events and programs, including ongoing grief support groups and special one-time or limited-time sessions. Hospicare also holds fundraising activities and outreach and educational events.
Volunteer Training
Hospicare volunteers help in many important ways. All volunteers must complete a mandatory training program; attendance at all sessions is required. Potential volunteers must complete the application and meet with the Manager of Volunteer Services before the training starts.
Mindful Meditation for Grievers
Hospicare Ithaca Office 172 East King Road, Ithaca, NY, United StatesWhen we’re caught in the strong emotions of grief we may feel that we are disconnected or lost. The simple practices of Mindfulness Meditation can help us find our solid…
Journey Through Grief: Spouse or Partner Loss Support Group
Hospicare Ithaca Office 172 East King Road, Ithaca, NY, United StatesThis 5-week group offers men and women who have experienced the loss of a spouse or partner the opportunity to process their loss in a supportive and confidential setting. We…
Morning Grief Circle
Hospicare Ithaca Office 172 East King Road, Ithaca, NY, United StatesOffered the second Thursday of every month, this group offers a warm, supportive and confidential environment in which to meet and share with others who are grieving the death of…
Two Harps in the Garden
Hospicare Ithaca Office 172 East King Road, Ithaca, NY, United StatesPlease join us for an afternoon of beautiful and peaceful harp music. Harpists Anna O'Connell and Jayne Demakos will offer a program of lyrical and inviting Celtic, classical and other…
Grief Yoga
Hospicare Ithaca Office 172 East King Road, Ithaca, NY, United StatesGrief yoga combines many forms of yoga to help release grief to connect us to the gift of life. Come experience grief yoga for yourself through video instruction by David…
Hospice Foundation of Cortland County Recognition Dinner
Tinelli's Hathaway House 3976 Rt. 41, Cincinnatus, NY, United StatesThe Hospice Foundation of Cortland County is recognizing several individuals for their service. The special guest speaker is Jayne Demakos, CTHP (Certified Therapeutic Harp Practitioner), Music Program Coordinator at Hospicare…
Annual Hospicare Recognition Luncheon
The Space at GreenStar 700 W Buffalo St, Ithaca, NY, United StatesOn October 5 we recognized our employees, volunteers, committee and board members, and acknowledged the contributions made by individuals and organizations who help us provide quality end-of-life care to our…
Sandra L. Bem Lecture on Compassionate Care & End of Life Issues
Tompkins County Public Library - Borg Warner Room 101 East Green Street, Ithaca, NY, United StatesDefining the Good Life -- at the End-of-Life Join Hospicare and Palliative Care Services for the Third Annual Sandra L. Bem Lecture at 7PM on Monday, October 16th at the…
Bereaved Parents Group
Hospicare Ithaca Office 172 East King Road, Ithaca, NY, United StatesThis 4-week group is for parents and guardians grieving the loss of a child, regardless of the age of the child or when the death occurred. The special bond between…