Pathways: Programs for Grief and Loss

HLC is well known for the specialized physical, emotional and spiritual care it provides to Larimer County residents and their families who are faced with an advanced, life-limiting medical condition. HLC also provides support and education to anyone in our community who is grieving the loss of a loved one. Last year, Hospice of Larimer County provided this type of care to more than 4,400 residents in our community.

Because the demand for grief and bereavement care continues to grow, HLC is constructing a new facility to house the PATHWAYS program. In order to fund the construction of the new facility and the costs associated with purchasing land, furnishing the building and retiring debt, HLC is conducting a capital campaign. Currently, more than $2.0 million has been raised thus far to fund the costs associated with the PATHWAYS project. The fundraising goal of the capital campaign is $3 million.

The addition of the PATHWAYS building will allow HLC to expand its grief and bereavement programs to meet the demand of the Larimer County community. HLC is the only dedicated provider of professional grief counseling in Larimer County and the need for these services continues to grow with our community. Census data indicates that the population in Larimer County grew 35% from 1990 to 2000 and continues to increase at a rate more than 3% annually. As HLC's programs have grown to meet the community's need for grief counseling and education, we recognized the need for a broader, long-term solution.

The new building will be located adjacent to HLC's current offices, at 7604 Colland Drive, centrally located in Larimer County. The two buildings will be attached, allowing for flexibility and growth. The new facility will include a large meeting and education room that will allow HLC to conduct community education programs as well as training for professionals (counselors, teachers, caregivers) on site rather than using other locations. The new building will also include dedicated counseling spaces for children and young adults, art therapy, music therapy, and individual and group meetings. One unique feature will be a commercial-grade kitchen where widowed persons can come together to share and learn the basics of cooking for one.

For more information about the PATHWAYS program and how you can support the building campaign, contact Hospice of Larimer County at (970) 663-3500 or click on the link below.