Walking Alongside Grief Voices from the High Peaks Hospice Bereavement Team & Volunteers National Grief Awareness Day — August 30 Grief is something we will all experience, yet it can be difficult to understand—both for the person grieving and for the people who want to support them. National Grief Awareness Day, observed on August
Two community events offer space to reflect, honor, and heal High Peaks Hospice warmly invites you to join us for a meaningful Remembrance Gathering honoring those we’ve loved and lost. This year’s theme, “The loss is immeasurable, but so is the love left behind” reflects the enduring presence of those who have passed and the
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWASsry1Tm8&t=1s Listen to the video above to hear High Peaks Hospice's Executive Director, Nick George sit down with host, Ann Donnelly as they discuss all things hospice. Nick discusses how he leads with empathy and how his team goes out into the community to provide care across 5400 square miles. To read more
In honor of National Nurses Week, High Peaks Hospice celebrates all of our dedicated nurses who walk alongside patients and families each and every day. Their compassion, skill, and presence helps so many during a difficult and vulnerable time. A few of our staff recently shared some insight on themselves that we share with
As we come to the conclusion of National Volunteer Appreciation Week, it's an honor to recognize the people who give their time, compassion, and presence to support patients and families. Our volunteers come from many walks of life—but they all share one thing in common: a willingness to show up when it matters most.
During National Social Worker Month, we’re honored to share the voices of the people who walk alongside patients and families every day. Our social workers don’t often step into the spotlight—but their work, and their words, reflect the heart of hospice care. Why We Do This Work “I remember as a little girl being asked
One of our goals here at High Peaks Hospice is aimed at increasing the number of people in the Adirondack Region who have completed an advance directive. A living will is an advance directive that speaks to what care you want or do not want (i.e. no feeding tube, but open to antibiotics) and your
Two community events offer space to reflect, honor, and heal High Peaks Hospice warmly invites individuals and families across our service area to join us for a meaningful Remembrance Gathering honoring those we’ve loved and lost. This year’s theme, “Their Light Guides Us, Their Love Surrounds Us,” reflects the enduring presence of those who have
Become a member of our growing Hospice Team! High Peaks Hospice is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver and support clinical care for our patients. The culture of High Peaks Hospice is mission-driven and community-oriented. From our board of directors, staff, volunteers, and donors, the High Peaks Hospice community is filled with compassionate and
Become a member of our growing Hospice Team! High Peaks Hospice has an immediate opening for a Hospice Social Worker in our Southern Clinical Care Team serving Warren and Northern Washington County. The culture of High Peaks Hospice is mission-driven and community oriented. From our board of directors, staff, volunteers, and donors, the High Peaks
We are thrilled to welcome Martha Crawford to the High Peaks Hospice family! Martha, a native of Hudson Falls, joined our team in March of 2025 as our new Volunteer Manager after a distinguished career as an educator. Her passion for helping others and her dedication to community service make her a perfect fit for
Learn valuable insight on available services. Click play below to listen. High Peaks Hospice is a local organization serving families in Warren, Washington, Essex, St. Lawrence, Franklin and Hamilton Counties. Call 518-891-0606 today to get any of your questions answered. It's never too early to learn about the services and resources available.
High Peaks Hospice is proud to announce the addition of two talented professionals to its team: Nafeesa Koslik, CHA, MBA, as Development Manager and Courtney Keir as Fundraising Manager. Their diverse backgrounds and wealth of experience will further enhance the organization’s mission to provide compassionate care and support to patients and families in the
Americans across the country celebrate Veterans Day on November 11, a special day to salute the men and women who have bravely served our country in the military. These fellow Americans have made profound sacrifices in defense of freedom and they deserve our heartfelt thanks and appreciation. Honoring our nation’s Veterans includes supporting them throughout
It’s an all too common situation. A family is at the bedside of a loved one who is seriously ill and nearing the end of life. Each member of the family has a different idea of what should be done and what the patient would have wanted. Far too many people wait until they are