By David Edwards on March 8th, 2022
The following resources are provided and approved for editorial and promotional use. Main Logo CLICK HERE to download jpg image CLICK HERE to download PDF Promotional Graphic CLICK HERE to download jpg image CLICK HERE to download PDF Flyer CLICK HERE to download jpg image CLICK HERE to download PDF Activity Map CLICK HERE to […]
Party at the Plaza media alertBy arhospice on February 10th, 2022
What: Party at the Plaza benefiting Arkansas Hospice. The event will be a community-oriented celebration of food, art, music and family fun, with free concerts all day featuring multiple local, regional and national acts. Additional attractions will include the Paw-ty at the Plaza Dogtown Dog Costume Contest, virtual team fundraising and Scavenger Challenge, and the […]
Dee Brazil-Dale: A Legacy of LoveBy arhospice on January 26th, 2022
Dee Brazil-Dale has devoted most of her adult life to being a passionate advocate for hospice care. She first felt led to volunteer at a small, non-profit hospice in McCall, Idaho, after the sudden loss of her son, Mark Alvarado, in a vehicle accident when he was only 19 years old. “He was a great […]
Arkansas Hospice acquires First Choice Senior CareBy arhospice on January 26th, 2022
North Little Rock, Ark. – Arkansas Hospice, the state’s largest nonprofit provider of hospice services, announced today the acquisition of First Choice Senior Care (FCSC) of Little Rock. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Arkansas Hospice President and CEO Judy Wooten said, “The addition of FCSC to our family of companies is a wonderful […]
Arkansas Hospice celebrates 30th anniversaryBy arhospice on January 17th, 2022
North Little Rock, Ark. – Arkansas Hospice, the state’s largest nonprofit provider of hospice care, announced “Caring for 30 Years” today as January 17th marks the organization’s 30th anniversary. Since its inception, the community-based, not-for-profit provider has grown from one location to ten regional offices and three inpatient centers that provide care for nearly 600 […]
Arkansas Hospice “Elf Squad” delivers gifts to hundreds of patientsBy arhospice on December 22nd, 2021
CONTACT: David Edwards 501-748-3303 dedwards@arkansashospice.org North Little Rock, Ark. – Thanks to generous holiday shoppers across the state, nearly 700 Christmas gifts of comfort were collected for Arkansas Hospice patients. Known as the “Elf Squad,” holiday shoppers at participating merchants and through online giving added a few extra gifts to their shopping lists and dropped […]
Special podcast helps for coping with grief during holidaysBy arhospice on December 14th, 2021
Contact: David Edwards, Director of Communications Phone: 501-748-3303 Email: dedwards@arkansashospice.org North Little Rock, Ark. – While the holidays are a joyful time for many, it can be a particularly difficult season for those struggling with the loss of a loved one. With that in mind, Arkansas Hospice is presenting a special holiday episode of its podcast, “Speaking of […]
Arkansas Hospice Elf Squad to brighten holidays for patientsBy arhospice on December 6th, 2021
Contact: David Edwards, Director of Communications Phone: 501-748-3303 Email: dedwards@arkansashospice.org North Little Rock, Ark. – Arkansas Hospice is brightening the holidays for patients facing life-limiting illnesses through its Season of Giving Elf Squad. “Joining the Elf Squad is a wonderful way to bring joy to our patients,” said Harriet Hawkins, Arkansas Hospice’s Director of Volunteers. “Every year, we […]
Arkansas Hospice River Valley Home to mark a decade of patient careBy David Edwards on November 2nd, 2021
501.748.3303 dedwards@arkansashospice.org Media Alert What: Thursday, Nov. 4th marks 10 years since the Arkansas Hospice River Valley Home served its first patient. To commemorate this milestone, a virtual celebration titled “A Decade of Patient Care” will be presented online to show how the eight-bed inpatient facility has impacted the community. Who: The presentation will include […]
Arkansas Hospice celebrates first Season of GivingBy David Edwards on October 28th, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: David Edwards, Director of Communications Phone: 501-748-3303 Email: dedwards@arkansashospice.org North Little Rock, Ark. – Arkansas Hospice, the state’s largest non-profit provider of hospice services, is launching its first-ever “Season of Giving” from November 1 through December 31 to celebrate, increase awareness, and raise funds to support the growing scope of its mission. The first […]
Arkansas Hospice awarded $50,000 grant to reach rural black communitiesBy David Edwards on September 27th, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: David Edwards, Director of Communications Phone: 501-748-3303 Email: dedwards@arkansashospice.org North Little Rock, Ark. – The Arkansas Hospice Foundation has received a $50,000 grant from the Rita & Alex Hillman Foundation to educate African American communities in rural Arkansas about the benefits of hospice and palliative care. Part of the Hillman Serious Illness and End […]
Party at the Plaza rescheduled for 2022By David Edwards on August 13th, 2021
501.748.3303 dedwards@arkansashospice.org MEDIA ALERT Due to the rapid increase of COVID-19 cases in the state, Party at the Plaza has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 23rd, 2022. Concert headliners Kris Allen and Jason D. Williams are confirmed to appear for the rescheduled event, as well as other originally scheduled performers and exhibits. The event was […]
Arkansas Hospice Foundation receives $100,000 challenge grant from Windgate FoundationBy arhospice on July 20th, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: David Edwards, Director of Communications Phone: 501-748-3303 Email: dedwards@arkansashospice.org North Little Rock, Ark. – The Arkansas Hospice Foundation has been awarded a challenge grant of $100,000 by the Windgate Foundation designated for unrestricted program support for Arkansas Hospice. The funds will assist in operational costs to provide excellence in hospice and palliative care at […]
Party at the Plaza set for September 25thBy arhospice on June 14th, 2021
MEDIA ALERT What: Party at the Plaza benefiting Arkansas Hospice. The event will be a community-oriented celebration of food, art, music and family fun, with free concerts all day featuring multiple local, regional and national acts. Additional attractions will include the Paw-ty at the Plaza Dogtown Dog Costume Contest,virtualteam fundraising that begins on July 1 […]
Arkansas Hospice launches grief support podcastBy arhospice on April 20th, 2021
“The pandemic has made an impact on everyone, including those who have experienced grief due to non-covid-19 related death,” said Ross, bereavement director for Arkansas Hospice. “Social distancing and isolation have wreaked havoc on families, funeral rituals, compounding so much grief and loss.”
Cookies of Kindness support Arkansas HospiceBy arhospice on February 9th, 2021
North Little Rock, Ark. (Feb. 5, 2021) – Arkansas Hospice and Blue Cake Company have baked up “Cookies of Kindness” to support the mission of the state’s largest nonprofit hospice care provider. Now through the end of February, a special arrangement of six Valentine heart shaped sugar cookies with encouraging messages of love and hope are […]
Dr. Brian Bell earns Fellow status from the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative MedicineBy arhospice on January 26th, 2021
Media Contact: David Edwards Tel: 501-748-3303 Email: dedwards@arkansashospice.org NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Brian Bell, MD, Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of Arkansas Hospice, has been honored with the designation of being a Fellow of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM). The Academy is the professional organization for physicians whose professional […]
Arkansas Hospice names Shannon Boshears Vice President and Chief Philanthropy OfficerBy arhospice on January 13th, 2021
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas Hospice announced today that Shannon Boshears, CFRE, has been named Vice President and Chief Philanthropy Officer for the organization. She will oversee all fundraising, gift administration and strategic direction for the Arkansas Hospice Foundation while working alongside organizational leadership to provide support for the programs and services of Arkansas […]
Arkansas Hospice President & CEO receives 2020 ACHE Regent’s AwardBy arhospice on January 6th, 2021
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas Hospice President & CEO Judy Wooten has received the 2020 ACHE Regent’s Award for Senior Level Healthcare Executive. The recognition is given by the American College of Healthcare Executives, an international professional society of more than 48,000 leaders who oversee hospitals, healthcare systems and other healthcare organizations. The award recognizes […]
Arkansas Hospice presents online interactive event December 8th to discuss minorities and end-of-life care. CE credit availableBy David Edwards on November 19th, 2020
Media Alert Contact: David Edwards, Director of Communications Office: 501-748-3303 Mobile: 469-600-4274 Email: dedwards@arkansashospice.org What: Arkansas Hospice presents Black, Brown, and the Challenge of Dying Well. An interactive online presentation to discuss the challenges minorities encounter in our current healthcare system when facing death, and how to overcome them. Who: Presented by Arkansas Hospice and […]
Registered 501(c)(3). EIN: