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The Importance of Spiritual Counseling

As you or a loved one are nearing the end-of-life, physical symptom and pain relief is essential but it’s only a part of Homeland Hospice’s overall healthcare approach. Helping patients and their families manage the emotional and mental aspect of

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residents Betty Wise, Mary Anna Borke and Doris Coyne making a toast

Celebrating happy hour with root beer floats

The weather outside was hot and stormy, but on a summer Friday afternoon at Homeland Center, residents were inside enjoying a cool and universally beloved treat. As resident Doris Coyne put it, “Root beer floats, my favorite food!” Every Friday at 3 p.m., Homeland Center’s personal care residents are invited

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resident Betty Lloyd speaking with her son, Greg

Resident Spotlight: Betty Lloyd cherishes her memories

Betty Lloyd cherishes her memories! Golf with friends. Bridge. Travel with family. Betty Lloyd has brought a lifetime of good memories to Homeland Center. Betty came to Homeland in March 2015. Here, she follows politics and welcomes her son, Greg, when he visits from Providence, Rhode Island, every month. Before

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group posting together at Mary Frances' birthday celebration

A Special Birthday

As published at “Moments of Life,” National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, April 2016 Karen, a long-time Homeland Hospice volunteer, was assigned to visit Mary Frances shortly after she was admitted to hospice services. Mary Frances lived in a skilled nursing facility, and although she had family who visited and

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Volunteer spotlight: Andy and Sherry Lank

In 2012, Andy Lank’s parents died within eight months of each other. In the midst of caring for them and then grieving their deaths, Andy and his wife, Sherry, found consolation from the people of Homeland Hospice. “They really helped us through the grieving process and were able to ask

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Flora and Jeff Jespersen adorned as the king and queen of hearts

Homeland Center’s Kings and Queens of Hearts warm a February day

In their 67 years of marriage, Flora and Jeff Jespersen have discovered a thing or two about lasting relationships. “It takes a little bit of tolerance for each other,” said Jeff Jespersen. The Jespersens also enjoy the unexpected, and for Valentine’s Day, they got a real surprise – their election

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Bereavement Six Week Support Group

June 30, 2026 - August 4, 2026
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Homeland Hospice Office, Suite 265B, 2300 Vartan Way, Harrisburg

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Grief Art: Creative Collaging with Mixed Materials

August 1, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Giant Foods Community Room, 3301 Trindle Road, Camp Hill

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