CEDAR VALLEY HOSPICE
Upcoming Events
Tree of Love Fundraiser
OCTOBER – DECEMBER 2026
The memories we have of our loved ones are a priceless gift, worth more than anything underneath the tree. A Tree of Love ornament is a beautiful way to honor a loved one’s memory, celebrate someone special or give a thoughtful gift this holiday season. Purchase an ornament and honor your loved one today.
GUIDE Dementia Care Lunch & Learn
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27 • 10:30 A.M. – NOON
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church & School – 301 1st St. NW, Waverly
Enjoy a delicious lunch with great company at St. Paul’s Church in Waverly! The topic for October is GUIDE Dementia Care, where Annika, Community Engagement Specialist, will speak about dementia, compare dementia vs. normal aging and talk about how GUIDE Dementia Care supports both the patient and family. No RSVP needed.
CareChats Community Presentation: Comparing Hospice & Palliative Care
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 • 6:00 – 7:00 P.M.
Oelwein Public Library – 201 E Charles St., Oelwein
“Hospice care” and “palliative care” are two phrases often used interchangeably – and while they are similar, it’s important to know the difference. Join Cedar Valley Hospice’s Sara Davis, RN, and Annika Wall as they compare these important – but different – services. Note: This is part of a series. Attend three or more presentations to be entered to win a gift basket!
CareChats Community Presentation: Navigating Grief & Loss in the Holidays
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15 • 6:00 – 7:00 P.M.
Oelwein Public Library – 201 E Charles St., Oelwein
Grief can be heavy to carry, especially around the holidays. Join Clark Porter of Cedar Valley Hospice as we discuss grief and helpful tools for how to navigate your own grief and support others this season. Note: This is part of a series. Attend three or more presentations to be entered to win a gift basket!
CareChats Community Presentation: Caring for the Caregiver
TUESDAY, JANUARY 12 • 6:00 – 7:00 P.M.
Oelwein Public Library – 201 E Charles St., Oelwein
When caring for a loved one, it’s important to also care for yourself. Join Allison Iburg of Cedar Valley Hospice as she presents helpful tips and tricks for caregivers and discusses how hospice care provides more than pain and symptom management – it provides relief for the caregiver, too. Note: This is part of a series. Attend three or more presentations to be entered to win a gift basket!
CareChats Community Presentation: GUIDE Dementia Care
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 • 2:00 – 3:00 P.M.
Oelwein Public Library – 201 E Charles St., Oelwein
Over 6.7 million Americans age 65 or older have dementia. Join Britney Mostek of Cedar Valley Hospice’s GUIDE Dementia Care program to learn about signs of dementia; how it affects both the person living with dementia and their loved ones; and how GUIDE Dementia Care can help alleviate stress for all. Note: This is part of a series. Attend three or more presentations to be entered to win a gift basket!
CareChats Community Presentation: Advance Directives
TUESDAY, MARCH 16 • 6:00 – 7:00 P.M.
Oelwein Public Library – 201 E Charles St., Oelwein
Advance Directives are essential for every adult. These documents communicate your wishes at end of life and can help alleviate stress and conflict for you and your loved ones. Join Allison Iburg as she discusses common advance directives, including a living will, durable power of attorney, IPOST and DNR. Note: This is part of a series. Attend three or more presentations to be entered to win a gift basket!
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Your support is
what inspires us
Enriching lives in the Cedar Valley is at the forefront of our mission. We are experts in providing hospice and palliative care, grief support and providing additional services for those with life changing diagnoses. As a not-for-profit organization, your gifts make our mission possible!
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Our volunteers are the heart of our organization. From visiting patients to helping with events, they perform a number of different roles that are vital to helping us carry out our mission.