The We Honor Veterans (WHV) program encourages relationship building between hospice providers, the VA, and other Veteran-centric organizations. Hospice partners at each level of the program are urged to initiate and foster relationships that support their ability to provide the highest level of care to Veterans at the end of life. Level 5 WHV partners are uniquely recognized for their efforts to collaborate and engage with organizations in their community that are providing Veteran-focused services.
Heart to Heart Hospice of Flint, MI, a Level 5 WHV partner, utilized its many connections throughout the community to enable the success of its comedy show benefiting Mid-Michigan Honor Flight. Held in early August, Heart to Heart Hospice hosted the comedy show at the local VFW hall. The event included entertainment from multiple comedians, a Veterans-only raffle, dinner service, and sponsorships by a wide array of community partners. The success of this event is evident not only by the show’s attendance, or the number of community partners involved, but most importantly by Heart to Heart Hospice’s achievement of raising over $8,000 to benefit Mid-Michigan Honor Flight!
“I had the best time and can tell you I was overwhelmed by the money raised at the event,” reported Vice President of Mid-Michigan Honor Flight, Kathy Barnes.
The funds Heart to Heart Hospice raised will be used to realize Mid-Michigan Honor Flight’s mission to transport Veterans to Washington, DC to visit the memorials dedicated to honoring the sacrifices and service of our Veterans. The success of this event even landed Heart to Heart Hospice a feature on the local news, an opportunity that will allow them to continue to foster connections within their community and raise awareness of Veterans at the end of life. Check out Heart to Heart Hospice of Flint’s news feature below!
