After someone dies, many people say, “I don’t know what I’m supposed to be doing.” The truth is, there isn’t a right way to grieve. Loss can feel disorienting. You might feel overwhelmed one moment and numb the next. You may be functioning on the outside while quietly struggling inside. All of that is normal. […]
For more than 22 years, Pat DesJardin quietly and faithfully served as a volunteer care companion with Pathways Hospice. Recently featured in Fifty & Better Magazine (check it out here on page 38: https://issuu.com/rmparent/docs/fifty_better_spring), Pat reflected on his long journey in hospice volunteering—and the lessons it taught him. After moving to Loveland in 1997 to […]
Today we’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the amazing students at Bacon Elementary School in Fort Collins for creating beautiful handmade Valentine’s Day cards for Pathways patients. Their student council chose two organizations to support with these thoughtful cards, and we are truly honored to be one of them. The kindness and care […]
Hospice is designed to meet patients wherever they live and wherever they feel most comfortable. But serious illness is not always predictable. There are moments when symptoms escalate quickly, caregivers become overwhelmed, or families simply need additional support to continue providing care at home. During those moments, the inpatient care center at Pathways becomes a […]
Choosing hospice is not a casual decision. It’s often made during a season of emotional exhaustion, uncertainty, and urgency, when families are trying to make the best possible choice for someone they love while carrying fear, grief, and a thousand unanswered questions. In moments like that, people naturally look for signals of trust, quality, and […]
After 22 years of compassionate service, Pathways volunteer caregiver Pat DesJardin has officially retired—and we couldn’t be more grateful for his service. Pat spent more than two decades showing up for hospice patients across Northern Colorado with kindness, humor, and a listening ear—whether that meant playing games, sharing meals, reading together, or simply being present. […]
These wonderful volunteers baked delicious cookies for patients and families at the Pathways Inpatient Care Center. What started as a thoughtful gesture has become a cherished holiday tradition, and we are incredibly grateful for the warmth and cheer they bring each year. We are so fortunate to have such kind and generous volunteers and supporters […]
The Pathways office will feel just a bit emptier in the new year, as long-time Volunteer Coordinator Deb Hayman retires after 14 years of heartfelt service. Fortunately, the legacy she leaves behind will continue to shape Pathways—and the Northern Colorado community—for many years to come. Deb stepped into the volunteer coordinator role nearly 15 years […]
During the holiday season, Pathways hosted a heartfelt Wreath Making event to support individuals navigating the complex emotions that often accompany loss and grief. Inspired by the language of flowers, each bloom was chosen with intention—symbolizing love, remembrance, hope, and healing. Participants created deeply personal wreaths, selecting flowers that reflected their own stories and emotions. […]
Pathways is pleased to announce the appointment of Natalie Petersen as its new Director of Business Development. With more than 25 years of experience in marketing, communications, and relationship-driven growth, Petersen brings a unique blend of strategic insight, creative energy, and community-centered leadership to the Pathways team. In her new role, Petersen will oversee the […]