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We are the leading and most trusted not-for-profit provider of life-enhancing hospice and palliative care in the Denver metro area.

The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center at Lowry has 24 suites with patios. Our homelike setting is centrally located and includes such amenities as a family dining room and day rooms, a chapel, library and hydro-therapy spa outfitted with a salon-style basin. Gardens, walkways and high-tech innovations add to the light-filled ambiance and comforts of our state-of-the-art facility.

08/04/2026

Please join us in welcoming the first members of the University of Colorado Anschutz Hospice & Palliative Medicine Fellowship Class of 2027 to The Denver Hospice!

This week, the first of five fellows began an eight-week rotation with our team. During their time with us, each fellow will spend four weeks caring for patients in our Inpatient Care Center and four weeks providing hospice care alongside our community-based teams.

This partnership is an exciting opportunity to help educate and mentor the next generation of hospice and palliative medicine physicians while giving fellows meaningful, hands-on experience with compassionate, patient- and family-centered care.

We're honored to be part of their journey and look forward to learning alongside these talented physicians.

Please help us welcome:
• Austin Adair, MD
• Rebecca Epling, MD
• Anna Leigh McVicar, MD
• Thomas Mee, MD
• Jason Worley, MD

We can't wait to work with you!

07/23/2026

There is something special about coming together as one team.

Today, The Denver Hospice team gathered for an all-staff meeting to reconnect, welcome new colleagues, celebrate accomplishments, and look ahead to the opportunities before us. It was a chance to learn more about the challenges our organization is navigating, share updates from across our programs, and strengthen the connections that help us provide exceptional care every day.

Most importantly, it was an opportunity to recognize the incredible people who make our mission possible. Whether caring for patients and families, supporting behind the scenes, or working in the community, every team member plays an important role in bringing comfort, compassion, and dignity to those we serve.

Thank you to our amazing employees for your dedication, your teamwork, and the difference you make each and every day. We are grateful to be on this journey together.

07/17/2026

Another unforgettable morning at the zoo!

The Denver Hospice pediatric Footprints families recently enjoyed a special day at the Denver Zoo, where laughter, discovery, and quality time took center stage. Families explored the zoo together, enjoyed complimentary admission and meal vouchers, and experienced up-close encounters with some incredible animals—including feeding giraffes and petting stingrays.

These moments of joy and togetherness are what the Footprints program is all about. Creating opportunities for children and families to connect, make memories, and simply enjoy being together can make a lasting difference.

A heartfelt thank you to Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance for once again partnering with us to make this amazing experience possible. We are grateful for your generosity and commitment to the families we serve.

Take a look at some of our favorite moments from this year's adventure!

07/16/2026

Every act of kindness makes a difference.

Today, The Denver Hospice welcomed a new group of compassionate individuals to volunteer training. While each volunteer brings unique talents and experiences, they all share one thing in common: a desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Hospice and palliative care volunteers serve in many ways. Some spend time with patients, offering companionship and a listening ear. Others support grieving families, assist with administrative tasks, help at special events, or work behind the scenes to ensure our mission continues to thrive.

No matter the role, every volunteer helps provide comfort, dignity, and connection during life's most meaningful moments.

We're grateful to everyone who has chosen to share their time, compassion, and heart with The Denver Hospice. Thank you for helping us care for our community.

Interested in becoming a volunteer? We'd love to hear from you. https://thedenverhospice.org/Volunteer

07/10/2026

When hospice care needs become more complex, families deserve a place where comfort, compassion, and expert care come together.

The Denver Hospice's Inpatient Care Center provides around-the-clock medical, emotional, and spiritual support for patients whose symptoms can no longer be managed at home. Located in Lowry, our peaceful, home-like environment offers expert pain and symptom management, private patient rooms, and dedicated hospice professionals committed to ensuring every person is cared for with dignity and compassion.

Watch our short video to take a closer look inside our Inpatient Care Center and learn how we're here to support patients and families during life's most challenging moments.

At The Denver Hospice, every journey is met with expert care, compassion, and respect for what matters most.

07/09/2026

Collaboration is one of the most powerful ways to improve care for our community.

Yesterday, Care Synergy and The Denver Hospice were honored to host the HCA Healthcare Continental Division Chief Medical Officer Council for a day of meaningful discussion and connection.

The meeting featured a thoughtful presentation from Care Synergy Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kristin Keefe, highlighting the value of compassionate, high-quality hospice care. Guests also toured The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center with Care Synergy Chief Operating Officer and CEO Elect Tricia Ford, gaining an inside look at the specialized care and support provided to patients and families.

We are grateful for the opportunity to connect with healthcare leaders who share our commitment to ensuring more people have access to expert, compassionate hospice care when they need it most. Together, we can continue building stronger partnerships that improve care across our community.

06/25/2026

Today, employees from Care Synergy, The Denver Hospice, Colorado Visiting Nurse Association, and Colorado PACE came together for a shared purpose: giving back to our community through blood donation.

Every blood donation has the potential to save lives, and we're proud of the team members who took time out of their day to help ensure lifesaving blood products are available for those who need them most.

At our organizations, caring for others extends beyond the services we provide. Whether supporting patients, participants, families, or neighbors in our community, we believe in showing up when it matters most.

Thank you to everyone who participated in today's blood drive and helped make a difference.

06/18/2026

Providing comfort at the end of life is one of the most meaningful gifts a person can offer.

Recently, The Denver Hospice hosted 11th Hour Training for volunteers, preparing them to provide compassionate presence and support for patients and families during life's final moments. These dedicated volunteers learn how to sit vigil, offer comfort, and ensure that no one feels alone at the end of life.

We are grateful for the volunteers who answered the call to serve in this special role and for their commitment to bringing dignity, compassion, and peace to those in our care.

Thank you for making a difference when it matters most.

06/15/2026

Last Thursday evening, families, friends, and community members gathered for The Denver Hospice's Candlelight Remembrance Ceremony—a special time to honor, remember, and celebrate loved ones who have died.

Through the reading of names, cherished photographs, heartfelt reflection, and the gentle glow of candlelight, we created a space filled with love, remembrance, and connection. Each candle served as a reminder that while loss changes our lives, the memories and bonds we share endure.

We are grateful to everyone who joined us for this meaningful evening. In coming together, we found comfort, support, and the reassurance that no one has to walk the journey of grief alone.

In remembrance. In gratitude. In community.

06/03/2026

For 30 years, Keith Swingle has been a source of comfort, compassion, and support for patients, families, and colleagues at The Denver Hospice.

As a chaplain, Keith has walked alongside countless individuals during some of life's most challenging and meaningful moments. Guided by faith, family, and friends, he has spent three decades helping people find connection, peace, and purpose at the end of life.

"You're never alone doing this work," Keith says—a reflection of both his commitment to teamwork and the relationships that have sustained him throughout his career.

Join us in celebrating Keith's remarkable legacy of service and the countless lives he has touched over the past 30 years.

Read his story here: https://thedenverhospice.org/blog/17225/Celebrating-30-Years-of-Compassion-Keith-Swingle-s-Legacy-of-Service

Thank you, Keith, for three decades of compassion, presence, and care.

Address

8289 East Lowry Boulevard
Denver, CO
80031

Telephone

+13033212828

Website

https://thedenverhospice.org/

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