The late Shorewood resident and former Will Co. coroner led way for the first in-patient hospice in Illinois
On Tuesday, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care in Joliet dedicated its drive to former CEO Duane Krieger of Shorewood on what would have been his 88th birthday. Krieger died earlier this year.
The day was partly cloudy with occasional drizzles – until the moment the sign proclaiming Honorary Duane Krieger Drive was unveiled.
Daughter says at-home care a ‘godsend’ for Lemont parents with dementia
Daughter says at-home care a ‘godsend’ for Lemont parents with dementiaNicole Hartley, lead nurse practitioner for Lightways’ serious illness care program, checks the vitals of Bob Jolly at his home on Wednesday March 6, 2024, in Lemont. (Gary...
Joliet hospice cares for non-hospice patients with chronic illness
Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care in Joliet – formerly known as Joliet Area Community Hospice – also has a serious illness care program for people with advanced, chronic or life-limiting illnesses.
Lightways: Educating The Public About Serious Illness Care
Many people are familiar with hospice, but some do not know the meaning of serious illness care or palliative care. Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is committed to educating the public about the importance of serious illness care.