Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands is an innovative community program serving family caregivers in Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties by connecting them with a circle of help that includes trained volunteers who provide an array of respite services. Our well-trained volunteers provide family caregivers of older adults with the time to meet self-care needs, as well as other family obligations, at no cost. Without help in the daily tasks of caregiving, the risk to your health and well-being is as real as it is to your loved one. That is why the volunteers of Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands provide the assistance you need, on a schedule designed to allow you the time, personal space and freedom that is essential for healthy living.
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for family caregivers of older adult loved ones by engaging the broader community to provide assistance and respite services.
Is Hospice Care Right for Your Loved One with Dementia?
April 14, 2026
Hospice care is a specialized form of care that focuses on providing comfort and support to individuals with life-limiting illnesses, including dementia. If your loved one with dementia is experiencing advanced symptoms and struggles with daily activities, hospice care may be a viable option to consider. Hospice care provides a team of professionals who work together to manage pain and symptoms, provide emotional and spiritual support, and help families navigate the end-of-life journey. It is important to understand that hospice care is not about giving up, but rather about providing the best quality of life possible for your loved one during this difficult time.
The Stages of Grief Explained: Why Your Feelings Are Normal
April 3, 2026
The stages of grief are often presented as a neat, orderly process, but anyone who has experienced loss knows the reality is nowhere near as tidy. Each year, 2.5-3 million people die in the US and leave behind loved ones who must traverse a deeply personal path. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross developed the five stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance) in 1969, yet they were never meant to be a linear checklist. Not everyone experiences all of them or in any prescribed order. In this piece, we'll walk you through each stage and explain why your feelings are normal. We'll also show you ways to move through your unique grief experience.
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