The Hospice Library

Librarian

Susan Byars
(859) 276-5344 ext.66875 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Hours

The libraries in each of our offices are open during regular business hours.

The hospice library contains books, professional journals, audiovisual materials, and pamphlets as well as two computers for Internet access. The emphasis of our collection is on all aspects of palliative care, death, dying, grief and bereavement. It is frequently used by members of the community as well as by our staff, patients and families, and students.

Our Collection

Care is taken to choose quality materials that reflect a variety of perspectives on care at the end of life and the universal experience of dying, loss and grief. Many points of view are represented and offered in a variety of formats. From current clinical discussions on palliative care and the nature of bereavement to poetry and inspirational stories of struggle and courage, to basic "no nonsense" strategies for surviving difficult days, the collection includes resources to address the interests and needs of people of all ages.

Hospice Book Club

Join the Hospice Book Club, February 16 at 12 noon in the Grief and Loss Center as we discuss

The Color of Rain by Michael & Gina Spehn .

This is a real-life story about what it means to endure the unthinkable---and still open one's heart to what's next. When two childhood friends die of cancer six weeks apart, the shared experience of loss brings their grieving spouses together. Told from alternating points of view, The Color of Rain illuminates the stepping-stones of healing that lead to a joyful new beginning for Michael and Gina Spehn and their five children. Like many who grieve, Michael and Gina had to choose to hope again. Along the way, they discovered that love can see us through the darkest circumstances. Michael and Gina's story of 'growing new hearts' will inspire readers not only to survive loss but also to find new courage, faith, and identity in the midst of tragedy. (Amazon)
Michael, Gina and their family were recently featured on the "Today Show."

A light lunch will be served. To RSVP email Susan Byars or call (859 296-6875).

Literature Guides