Helping a grieving person can feel awkward, but your presence matters more than finding the perfect words. From practical tasks in the early days to simple check-ins months later, small and consistent gestures of support make a meaningful difference throughout the bereavement journey.
The Aroostook Hospice Foundation received $16,000 in donor advised funding through the Maine Community Foundation to support its Charity Care Patient Assistance Fund.
The Logan P. Graves Foundation returns as the $10,000 Platinum Sponsor of the 13th Annual Aroostook House of Comfort Golf Classic, set for Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Presque Isle Country Club. Team registration is full, but sponsorship opportunities remain. Learn how your support makes a difference.
Take a virtual tour of the Aroostook House of Comfort, filmed by Presque Isle High School student Colt Putnam through an Extended Learning Opportunity. Experience the warmth, dignity, and sense of home that define the care and support we offer to patients and families in Aroostook County.
Grief doesn’t just change how we feel, it reshapes the relationships around us. This story explores why connections shift after loss, the misunderstandings that can follow, and how vulnerability and honest communication can lead to deeper, more meaningful bonds.
Clichés are often offered with good intentions, but in grief they can feel empty, frustrating, or even hurtful. Why do people rely on them, and how do they impact those who are mourning? This story explores the role of clichés in grief and how to respond with understanding.
The Aroostook House of Comfort 2025 Annual Report is here. See how community generosity topped $616,000 and helped ensure that no family faces the journey through hospice alone.
Anger can be a normal part of grief, often masking fear, sadness, or shame. Learn common triggers, how to express anger safely, and ways to shift perspective with compassion. Get practical tools like journaling, creative outlets, exercise, prayer or meditation, and support from a counselor or bereavement coordinator.
Have you lost a loved one? When someone we love dies, it can feel overwhelming. The truth is many are walking a similar path. Consider coming to a place where you can talk, grieve, and move forward with people who are also grieving.
Circle of Care recognizes a staff member who is dedicated to helping individuals and families on their journey through hospice care.