By: Father Cesar, EdD, DMin, LPC, NCC Memorial Day, observed each year on the last Monday of May, is a solemn American holiday dedicated to remembering and honoring the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who gave their lives in service to the nation. Its origins trace back to the years following the Civil War, when communities across the country began holding “Decoration Day” observances—gatherings where families and veterans decorated the graves of fallen soldie

May is a month filled with meaningful celebrations and moments of reflection. In hospice care, it gives us an opportunity to recognize the compassion, dedication, and human connection that guide everything we do. Celebrating National Nurses Week National Nurses Week, celebrated each year from May 6–12, is a time to recognize the extraordinary nurses who provide comfort, dignity, and support to patients and families every day. In hospice care, nurses are more than medical prof