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The Grief Experience in the Beginning

After losing a loved one, many describe grief in similar ways: “My world stopped while everything else kept going,” or “It feels like the ground was pulled out from under me.” Some say it’s like losing a part of themselves. Grief affects every part of a person, emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual—often bringing intense feelings, racing thoughts, trouble concentrating, and changes in sleep or appetite. It can leave people feeling overwhelmed, disoriented, and exhausted.

Advance Care Planning Guide

Talking about future healthcare decisions can feel uncomfortable, but avoiding the conversation can leave families overwhelmed and uncertain during some of life’s most difficult moments. Advance care planning is a thoughtful, proactive way to ensure your voice is heard, your values are honored, and your loved ones are supported when decisions matter most.

Compassionate Inpatient Hospice Care

Choosing hospice care for a loved one is never easy, and at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care, we understand the difficulty of that decision. We are honored you are here and taking the time to learn more about how we can support you and your family during this meaningful time. The Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care Inpatient Hospice Unit is designed to provide expert, round-the-clock medical care in a peaceful, home-like environment where comfort, dignity, and connection come first.

Joliet hospice offering grief workshop series in May

Apr 23, 2024 | Hospice Care

Joliet hospice offering grief workshop series in MayLightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care in Joliet will offer the workshop on four consecutive Thursdays in May. Pictured are the grounds of Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care, an independent, nonprofit...

Lightways Hospice, Serious Illness Care to hold celebration for Vietnam Veterans Day

Mar 24, 2024 | Lightways News

All Vietnam Veterans are invited to attend a Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans celebration Wednesday, April 3 at the Wesley Center at United Methodist Church, 118 W. Jackson Street in Morris. The celebration will be organized by Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care’s We Honor Veterans program.