Angela’s Blog
Read the many stories on our people, our programs, and our passion for serving others.
Waterford Care Center Welcomes Christina Druc
Angela Hospice is pleased to announce that nurse Christina Druc has been promoted to manager of our Waterford Care Center. “We are excited for her...
To the Moon and Into the Future
Over these past few months, I’ve found myself reflecting back on the wonder of the Artemis II mission which, back in April, carried four astronauts...
Independence Day Invites Us to Care for Creation
As we celebrate Independence Day, we give thanks for the freedoms we enjoy as a nation—freedom of expression, freedom of worship, freedom to serve...
Sharing the Light: A Son Finds Hope in the Midst of Loss
As a devout Catholic, when a terminal diagnosis led Pam Fox to seek end-of-life care, she knew she wanted Angela Hospice. It was December of 2024,...
Summer Grief and the Weight of Secondary Losses
June often brings sunshine, celebrations, vacations, and the start of summer routines. For those who are grieving, however, this season can also...
Waves of Compassion
From Gratitude to Memorial Gifts: Carol and Larry's Story When Carol arrived at the Livonia Care Center with her mother, Alice, Alice looked around...
Angela Hospice’s Dedication to Quality Care
If you’ve heard the announcement from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) about efforts to root out fraud in hospice care and...
Support Angela Hospice’s Auction
Bidding is now open for our Golf Fore Angela auction, a fundraiser to benefit Angela Hospice's caring programs. With over 35 packages currently up...
Celebrating World Music Therapy Week
Music therapists across the globe are celebrating World Music Therapy Week to advocate for the benefits of music therapy to improve lives all over the world. While music may sound different from land to land, music has similarities in how we express our humanity.
Did you know most countries use music in play, to accompany work, tell stories of our ancestry or culture, support spiritual identities, celebrate, sooth babies, learn information (such as the alphabet song), support times of mourning, or for simple enjoyment? Music is an accessible companion that expresses who we are and validates our emotions. While music is in one sense is a universal language; it is in another sense deeply personal and effects each individual in a unique way.
The RAIN Technique for Grief
We’ve all heard the seasonal adage that “April showers bring May flowers.” Not only does the rain create an environment which enables spring flowers to bloom, but it also offers us a poignant reminder of the importance of self-compassion. If ever there were a time to be kind and compassionate with ourselves, it would be when we are grieving – and yet, we are often our own worst critics, telling ourselves stories about how we “should” grieve. We can be impatient with ourselves, believing that grief is taking “too long” or that we are grieving “incorrectly.” It can be hard to show up for ourselves with patience and a sense of self-compassion.
Navigating New Roads
In 1997, just three years after Angela Hospice’s Livonia Care Center opened its doors, Jim Jeziorowski met someone there who would change his life forever.
Having completed his internship as a hospice social worker, Jim was considering returning to the field. Georgine “Genie” Favazza was exploring the idea of volunteering as a clown to bring cheer to hospice patients. As it turned out, Genie decided not to volunteer, and Jim went on to work with troubled youth instead of hospice patients. But their meeting at Angela Hospice was fateful one – or maybe rather a faithful one.
The Role of the Hospice Social Worker
When our Angela Hospice social workers first meet with patients and families, it’s not uncommon to hear, “Why does a social worker need to come see...
The Life and Love of George “Rudy” Ski
George Ski has been an ardent supporter of Angela Hospice for decades – both as a volunteer and a donor. We are saddened by the passing of this...
Grief Beneath the Surface
March is the month of transition. The light lingers a little longer; the air begins to shift, and subtle signs of change appear — even if winter...
Angela Hospice and CFCS Host Grief Support Workshops
CFCS Detroit will host two upcoming Grief Support Workshops, presented by the caring professionals of Angela Hospice.
Angela Hospice Hosts H.E.R. – A Supportive Space for Women to Find Trusted Help
Life transitions can bring uncertainty, especially when women find themselves navigating important decisions on their own. To help address those...
Grief and Love: Navigating Loss and the Ongoing Bond
February often places love at the center of public attention. For those who are grieving, this focus can feel tender or isolating. The pain many experience in February reflects the depth of connection that continues beyond loss.
Walking Together at Life’s Most Sacred Moments
For the Felician Sisters of North America, accompaniment has always been at the heart of mission—walking with people in moments of hope, struggle,...
Wintering: Rest for the Grieving Heart
In her memoir, Wintering: Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times, author Katherine May reflects on the “sparse beauty” of winter as “a time for...
Fundraising and Philanthropy at Angela Hospice
Why is fundraising important for Angela Hospice? Read about the impact of money raised to support Angela Hospice’s caring work, and how charitable giving from individuals, families, and groups throughout the community makes a difference at Angela Hospice.





















