North Star Hospice

06/12/2026

Thankful Thursday:

06/12/2026

To Our North Star CNAs,

Today we want to honor the incredible women who hit the ground running every day, doing one of the toughest and most important jobs there is.

You are the hands that comfort, the hearts that encourage, and the steady presence our residents and patients depend on. Your compassion, patience, and dedication never go unnoticed.

Thank you for the long days, the hard work, the gentle care, and the countless ways you make a difference in the lives of others.

We are grateful for your servant hearts and honored to work alongside you.

Thank you for all that you do. Happy CNA Week! ❤️

06/05/2026

Kicking off CNA Week a little early by celebrating our incredible care team! Thank you for your compassion, dedication, and the difference you make in the lives of those you serve every day. We are grateful for all that you do and proud to honor you this week!

06/03/2026

Taneshia became a hospice aide because she felt called to help people during one of the most important and vulnerable times in their lives. She is passionate about providing comfort, dignity, and compassionate care to patients while also supporting families with kindness and understanding when they need it most.

Hospice care continues to be deeply meaningful to Taneshia because it allows her to truly make a difference in the lives of others. She takes pride in building trusting relationships with her patients and ensuring they feel safe, respected, and cared for each day. Her hands-on care includes assisting with grooming, dressing, feeding, repositioning, and keeping patients as comfortable as possible, while also offering emotional support and a listening ear.

Known for going above and beyond, Taneshia cares for her patients as if they were her own family. Whether it’s bringing meals, providing extra pampering and spa-like comfort care, or simply showing up when needed most, she consistently demonstrates a selfless and compassionate spirit. She is also a dependable team player and a strong support system for both families and coworkers.

Taneshia’s nurturing, motherly spirit shines through in every interaction, making her not only an exceptional hospice aide, but also a source of comfort, warmth, and peace for those she serves.

Taneshia, we appreciate you so much. Thank you so much for your serving heart, dedication, and hard work! 💙

06/02/2026

Meet Flash the Pug. 🐶

Flash enjoyed passing out leis and spreading smiles to help everyone get their afternoon started. His sweet spirit and friendly visits brought a little tropical sunshine and plenty of joy to Serenity Gardens Friendswood today.

Sometimes the best therapy comes with four paws, a happy face, and a colorful lei! 🌴🌺

-Benefits of Pug Therapy-

Reduces Stress and Anxiety

Petting a dog can help lower stress levels and promote relaxation.
Provides comfort during difficult or emotional times.

Improves Mood

Encourages laughter and positive emotions.
Helps reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.

Encourages Social Interaction

Creates opportunities for conversation and connection.
Residents often share stories and memories about pets they’ve loved.

Provides Comfort and Companionship

Offers unconditional affection and a calming presence.

Supports Emotional Well-Being

Can decrease feelings of depression and sadness.
Promotes a sense of purpose and engagement.

May Lower Blood Pressure

Interacting with therapy animals has been associated with reduced heart rate and blood pressure.

Stimulates Memory

Pets often trigger cherished memories, making them especially beneficial for individuals living with dementia.

06/02/2026

Since the beginning of her career as a CNA in 1986, Roxane dedicated her life to caring for others with compassion, dignity, and heart. Having worked in nearly every aspect of caregiving, Hospice ultimately became her true calling. Roxane considers it both an honor and a blessing to care for patients and families during one of the most delicate and meaningful times in life.

Known for her true hospice heart, she is a hardworking and dependable team player who consistently goes above and beyond for her patients. Her caring nature, sense of humor, and ability to make others feel comfortable bring joy not only to patients, but also to families and coworkers. She believes that kindness, encouragement, laughter, and even a simple hug can make all the difference in someone’s day. It’s the little things that make a difference.

Roxane’s goals are always building close, long lasting and meaningful relationships.

With decades of experience and a passion for serving others, she continues to provide compassionate care that leaves a lasting impact on everyone she meets.

Roxane, you are valued and appreciated here at North Star Hospice. Thank you for your serving heart!

05/30/2026

Ewa has dedicated her life to caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant since 2001. After gaining experience in the hospital setting, she began working in hospice care in 2007. Although she wanted to explore every area of healthcare, once she discovered hospice, she found where her heart truly belonged and never looked back.

Ewa is passionate about providing compassionate, dignified care and believes there is nothing more rewarding than making someone feel happy, comfortable, cared for, and excited to see her each day. Her servant’s heart shines through in every interaction, and she is known as a leader in the exceptional care she provides to both patients and families.

Not only is Ewa a source of encouragement and comfort to her patients, but she is also a motivating and uplifting presence for her teammates. She has a special gift when caring for dementia patients, especially those who may refuse care from others, using patience, kindness, and trust to help them feel safe and supported.

With years of experience and a genuine love for hospice care, Ewa continues to make a lasting difference in the lives of everyone she serves.

Ewa, your North Star family truly appreciates you, your love, hard work, and dedication.

05/27/2026

Meet one of our compassionate North Star Nurses:

Rosalyn’s passion for Nursing began long before she earned her Nursing license. Inspired by her mother, a dedicated CNA, she spent much of her younger years watching firsthand the impact compassion and genuine care could have on patients and families. Seeing her mother brighten people’s days and care for others with love and dignity inspired Rosalyn to pursue a career where she could do the same.

On February 2, 2024, Rosalyn officially became a nurse and quickly began building experience in multiple healthcare settings, including direct admissions at HCA Healthcare and time spent in the emergency department at University of Texas Medical Branch. While she once imagined herself delivering babies, she discovered her true passion in Hospice care… where compassion, connection, and supporting patients and families during life’s most important moments truly feel like home to her.

Rosalyn is known for her warm personality, strong teamwork, and unwavering compassion. She naturally makes others feel seen, valued, and cared for. Not only her patients and families, but virtually everyone she encounters.
Her ability to connect with people, lead with empathy, and provide comfort during difficult times makes her a meaningful presence in healthcare and an advocate for patient-centered care.

Rosalyn, you are a true blessing to North Star. Words cannot express how much we appreciate you and your love you give. We see you.

05/26/2026

05/22/2026

We’re excited to share that our Volunteer Orientation Program is coming up on June 6th at 2:30 PM at our home office in Galveston.

If you have a heart to serve and want to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life, we would love to have you become part of our volunteer program. Your time, compassion, and presence can truly bring comfort and joy to those we serve.

For more information, we’d be honored to have you join our North Star Hospice Volunteer family. Be someone’s light.