American Veterans Traveling Tribute Ft. Myers
April 26 – 29, 2025 – 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Ft. Myers View an 80% scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in
More Hope for Everyone
At Hope Hospice, we believe everyone deserves comfort, dignity, and peace in life’s closing chapter. With your help, we can offer More Hope to families who need our compassionate care.
Make a gift today to provide:
- More state-of-the-art care than what’s funded by insurance
- More thoughtful, innovative services for people of all ages
- More compassion through practical, spiritual and emotional support
- Above all, More Hope for everyone in need
More Moments
More Memories
When time is of the essence, we’re ready to help create memories that last a lifetime. Knowing that her mother’s condition was quickly worsening, Maureen wanted her to be able to attend her wedding. Hope staff and volunteers sprang into action on short notice, arranging for a photographer, videographer, organist, cake, champagne, and flowers to complete the joyful celebration at the Hope Care Center.
With best doggie-woman Biscuit by her side, Maureen walked down the aisle and granted her mother’s most heartfelt wish.
More Cuddles
The special bond between people and their pets is like no other. At Hope, we celebrate the unconditional love a cherished dog or cat can provide. Pet Visitors delight people in our care, and volunteers provide support for beloved pets in patients’ homes. Our team even finds homes for pets if they need to join another loving family. Australian Shepherd, Toro, is one of many gentle animals that spread joy throughout Hope.
More Peace
At seven years old, Sophia was receiving bereavement counseling services from Hope after the loss of her father. A Hope volunteer created “Personal Treasures” – a bear and pillow sewn from the fabric of one of her father’s shirts. Her mother, Alana, said, “I have never seen Sophia fall asleep like this before – so fast and in this position. Thank you.” Safety note: The car was parked.
More Celebrations
At Hope, birthdays are truly special. It is an honor to celebrate the lives of those in our care, especially when we commemorate 100 spectacular years of life. Each year, Hope hosts birthday parties for people of all ages. We celebrated Ruth’s 103rd birthday with a party that included a sparkly tiara, cuddly gifts, cake, and a rousing rendition of Happy Birthday sung by our team.
More Honor
Caring for the brave men and women who served our country is a privilege. Hope’s VALOR program acknowledges the sacrifices made by those in uniform and their families. Blaise, who served in the Navy during the Vietnam War, returned a special salute to Hope’s Honor Guard. The volunteer Honor Guard presents the American flag, a lapel pin, quilt, veteran bear, and a custom certificate honoring each veteran’s service.
More Dreams
As Erica began spending more time in bed, her senses became increasingly important to her. She worried that she wouldn’t be able to learn to play the piano, which had been a long-held ambition of hers. One of Hope’s music therapists designed the perfect solution. Erica received a lap piano that she could play from bed. All the keys were marked with different colors to help with her vision problems. In her excitement to learn, Erica soon mastered multiple songs, to the delight of her care team.
As Erica began spending more time in bed, her senses became increasingly important to her. She worried that she wouldn’t be able to learn to play the piano, which had been a long-held ambition of hers. One of Hope’s music therapists designed the perfect solution. Erica received a lap piano that she could play from bed. All the keys were marked with different colors to help with her vision problems. In her excitement to learn, Erica soon mastered multiple songs, to the delight of her care team.
More Comfort
What can your gift do? Your financial support provides more comfort for people of all ages at the end of life. Here are a few examples of how your donation can immediately help:
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for simple, educational tools for caregivers and family members
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provides comforting, home-delivered medications to relieve symptoms
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provides helpful medical equipment, like oxygen to support peaceful, easy breathing
More Ways to Give
Recurring Gifts
Make it monthly! Consider establishing a recurring gift through our Guardian Angel program to make the greatest impact.
Host a Fundraiser
Let us know how your group or organization wants to get
involved so we can help!
Become a Sponsor
Discover partnership opportunities that are ideal for businesses
and corporations.
More Impact
As we continue to grow with Southwest Florida, we’re achieving more impact through our comprehensive programs and services. Last year, Hope helped more than 6,000 hospice patients and their families.
Actor/Comedian Kevin Nealon and his family share their Hope Hospice experience
More Special Needs
Our greatest funding need is for comforting hospice care, but you may also support other Hope programs and services that are truly special.
More News
You’re Invited: Friends of Hope Spring Luncheon
Mark your calendars – the annual Friends of Hope Spring Luncheon will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at the Bonita
Forest Country Club Women’s Golf Tournament for Hope Hospice
Spreading Hope One Swing at a Time Something truly special unfolded on January 25th, 2024 at the Forest Country Club. It wasn’t just a typical
Our Sponsors
Hope Hospice and Community Services Inc., is a 501(c)(3)-status, community-based agency registered with the Florida Department of Consumer Services, registration number SC-01911. Hope Hospice has been licensed with the State of Florida since 1984. Please be advised that 100% of the donations received benefit Hope and are not directed to other organizations or entities. You may obtain a copy of our official registration and financial information by calling the Division of Consumer Services toll free within the State of Florida at 800-435-7352. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the state.
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