The Compass to Compassion is an e-newsletter designed to keep you informed on the direction of Arkansas Hospice. By supporting our mission, you are navigating a path to compassion for our patients and families. With The Compass, we can connect our donors, volunteers, employees, and everyone who takes part in our mission. Thank you for joining us on the journey!
Anna Kay and David Frueauff are a brother and sister team who have been long-time supporters of Arkansas Hospice, both professionally and personally. In 1950, their great, great uncle, Charles A. Frueauff founded the Charles A. Frueauff Foundation (CAFF) through his last will and testament. David was elected the fifth president of CAFF in 1996. Since 1993, Anna Kay has served as a Trustee of CAFF and is the Vice President of Communications and Programs. Since 1950, the Foundation has awarded grants in excess of $175 million to more than 1,200 agencies and institutions focusing on education, human services and health-related causes. Arkansas Hospice has been one of those recipients for the last two decades.

Their mother, Sue Frueauff, has also been a great friend to Arkansas Hospice and was honored for her generosity to the organization in 2010. Arkansas Hospice has the honor of currently caring for Sue and has also provided care for Anna Kay and David's grandmother and grandfather. Anna Kay says,“Arkansas Hospice understands what we are going through and is right beside us all the way.” David adds, “The angels who work for Arkansas Hospice and the services they provide are timeless and priceless." They both add, “We are honored to be chairing this event to help raise money to further the important work of Arkansas Hospice and to help benefit Arkansans with end-of-life care.”
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A wild dream comes true
A special wish to see a favorite animal came true when an Arkansas Hospice pediatric patient was treated to a private visit with Phoenix the penguin.

On a sunny Saturday in late May, a sweet girl named Sanari and her family enjoyed a private meet and greet with Phoenix at the Little Rock Zoo’s Penguin Pointe exhibit. Sanari and her father, Jameel; her mother, Rachanda; and her older sister, Sabriyah, learned that Phoenix was rejected by her mother, but taken into the home of a zookeeper until she was ready to be returned to the habitat with the rest of the penguins.

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Losing a child to addiction
Dealing with the loss of a child to addiction is an indescribably traumatic experience. In this episode, our guest, Doug Ballinger, shares about the loss of his son and how Arkansas Hospice's community-based grief support system has helped him on his grief journey.

Hosted by Bereavement Specialists Jamie Boshears and Simone Brock, this episode offers clarity and coping mechanisms for those experiencing this unique loss in the midst of a pandemic.

Speaking of Grief can be found on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or by clicking on the link below.
Allan Gates and his poodle, Lucy, make a "paw-some" team as volunteers with Arkansas Hospice.
Opening hearts and homes to those in need can change the lives of many. Allan Gates, a volunteer with Arkansas Hospice, shares his story of how the rewards of caring for others transcends boundaries.

See how Allan adopted Lucy, a poodle that was born blind and now, after surgery, has near-normal vision. Now, this team brightens the days of patients with life-limiting illnesses, in addition to their work as "Paw-ty at the Plaza" Dogtown Dog Costume Contest co-chairs!
Remembering All Who Served
Did you know that at least 25 percent of those who die every year in the United States are veterans? Through our Committed to Veterans program, Arkansas Hospice strives to give these brave men and women the best care possible. Please visit our website to learn more. And, as we reflect on Memorial Day, please take a moment to remember the men and women who gave their lives serving our country.
Thank you for all you do in support of Arkansas Hospice.
Your generosity helps so many in need face the end of life with dignity and comfort through world-class, compassionate care from the state’s largest, non-profit provider.