OLP Volunteers Reflect on End-of-Life Experiences
Sitting at the bedside of someone who is dying can be uncomfortable. For some, there is fear of the unknown, Read more
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The Power of Color in Winter and Beyond
For those who are grieving the loss of a loved, one, the winter months seem to be filled with more Read more
Ten Tips for Finding Peace During the Holidays
It’s a time of peace on earth, so how do you find it amid the hustle and bustle of the Read more
Legacy Project Volunteers Offer Support and Companionship
Garrett Wagner, Caryn Wolter, and Benjamin Miller are medical students at the University of Minnesota. They are also rays of Read more
Making Space for Grief
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Memorial Bear Recipient Becomes Memorial Bear Maker
Karol Bowman’s husband, Boyd passed away in the care of Our Lady of Peace in 2017. Wanting a way to Read more
Grieving Spouse Helped Found Memorial Bear Program
Does anyone here have sewing skills? “I do,” Louise Fester replied upon the conclusion of her widow support group. As Read more
Memorial Bears Comfort Broken Hearts
The hand sewn and lovingly constructed Memorial Bears of Our Lady of Peace (OLP) are bringing comfort to moms, dads, Read more
Caring for the Caregiver
If you’re a caregiver, you know that providing physical and emotional care to a loved one can be physically and Read more
Comparing Hospice and Palliative Care
We find that it’s difficult for people to understand the difference between hospice and palliative care, so we wanted to Read more