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.
Writing Your Loss Story: Online
OnlineWriting Your Loss Story is a four-week writing program that provides therapeutic writing prompts for the bereaved to use to tell their story. The group allows individual living with loss to explore their unique circumstances. A goal of the program is healing with words — participants will create their own unique works by responding to…
Cancelled: Discover Your Strength Through Circus
Circus Culture 116 W. Green Street, Ithaca, NY, United StatesThis workshop by Circus Culture in Ithaca is offered for grieving children, ages 7-12. When practicing circus arts trust, coordination and communication skills are experientially developed and risk-taking curiosities are played out in a safe and controlled environment. The non-competitive yet physical nature of the form makes it a unique and beneficial outlet for all…
Full: Metalworking Our Memories
The Metal Smithery 950 Danby Road, Ithaca, NY, United StatesThis workshop is offered as a collaboration between Hospicare and The Metal Smithery. It offers adults, age 18 or older, who are grieving the loss of a loved, an opportunity to process their grief and memorialize their loved ones through metalworking. Instructor: Elaan Greenfield. Held in person at The Metal Smithery, South Hill Business Campus,…
Song Bath with Threshold Choir and Hospicare
Song Bath with Threshold Choir and Hospicare - Songs to Comfort & Soothe Your Soul! Sunday, November 14, 3-4pm via Zoom. Join us for a very special program with the Threshold Choir! A Song Bath focuses on receiving the joy of singing and promoting a feeling of wellbeing through the compassionate sharing of song. Guests can sit back and enjoy the event and will be uplifted…
How to Make a Death Binder: A Gift to Your Loved Ones
OnlineA virtual workshop to collect your wishes, documents, & papers together, all in one place. Virtual Workshop hosted by Tompkins County Public Library Presented by Hospicare & Palliative Care Services A death binder or "in case of death file" is a tool to help organize and keep all your important documents, financial records and personal wishes…
Light of My Life
Light of My Life Light of My Life is a fundraiser for the Hospice Foundation of Cortland County, which supports Hospicare and our work throughout Cortland County. For more information, please visit www.lightofmylife.org or contact the Hospice Foundation of Cortland County at 607-272-0212 or via email at hospicefoundationofcc@gmail.com. The Hospice Foundation of Cortland County supports Hospicare & Palliative Care…
Winter Solace: A Time of Comfort and Remembrance
Winter Solace: A Time of Comfort and Remembrance Winter Solace Virtual Community Memorial Sunday, Dec 5, 7-8:00pm Via Zoom. We welcome all who are grieving to come together to remember loved ones at our annual community memorial. At 7pm, you’ll be able to visit (via breakout rooms) with Hospicare staff and others in the community…
Coping with the Holidays: Online
OnlineHoliday time can be especially difficult after the death of a loved one. Learn about ways to take care of yourself and honor your feelings as we head into the holiday season. Held via Zoom. Registration is required by December 6. Use the form below. For more information contact the Bereavement staff via phone at…
Advance Care Planning 101
Establish your Goals. Overcome your Fears. End-of-life planning conversations are hard, and now is the time to have them. Join us for two webinars with Dr. Lucia Jander and the Hospicare & Palliative Care Services’ interdisciplinary team. Workshops can be taken independently of one another. January 18, 5:30-7pm: Advance Care Planning 101 March 15, 5:30-7pm:…
Yoga for Grief: Online
OnlineStart the new year with self-care! Enjoy a gentle and peaceful yoga practice. No experience necessary. Instructor: Jody Kessler Registration is required by January 17th. Use the form below. For more information contact the Bereavement staff via phone at 607-272-0212 or send an email. Login details will be provided after registration.