At MercyOne Des Moines Home Care and Hospice, honoring life’s journey doesn’t end with goodbye.
Each year, our team brings the community together for a breathtaking butterfly release—a tradition that celebrates the lives of loved ones who have passed and offers comfort to those navigating grief.
This year, as the rain gently paused, dozens gathered under soft skies to witness the fluttering wings of butterflies taking flight. It was a moment of quiet beauty and shared remembrance, where nature itself seemed to honor the memories held in our hearts.
But this event is more than symbolic; it’s part of our mission to support healing. MercyOne offers free grief and bereavement services to anyone in the communities we serve who has experienced a loss. Whether it’s a listening ear, a support group or resources for navigating grief, our team is here to walk alongside you.
Because hospice care isn’t just about the end; it’s about honoring every chapter, including the ones that follow.
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