Jacob Catizone and his girlfriend Lacy Edwards present Andy Graziano with the Best In Show trophy. Last year, 20-year-old member of...

Butterflies in the Park: A Cherishing Life Fest was held Sunday, Sept. 7 at Halls of St. George in Schererville, IN. One of my favorite...

My grandfather, Isabel Joseph Porras, was my best buddy growing up. He was always laughing, always joking, always pulling some kind of...

If you’ve ever listened to Joel Osteen, you know how he starts: a lighthearted story, a little humor, and then the line, “Today I want to...

Photo Credit: Damian Rico Did you know that each year on Memorial Day, a National Moment of Remembrance takes place at 3:00 PM local...

At Hospice of the Calumet Area, compassion is more than a value—it’s a way of life. And few embody that spirit more fully than Mike...

At Hospice of the Calumet Area, we believe that every life is precious, and every journey deserves to be honored with dignity,...

Mom jokingly looks for Dad in the audience to apologize for her new flame Smokey. Long before Cinco de Mayo became a celebration of...

Leo Hobbins brings 100 cans of Campbell's Soup to Hospice of the Calumet Area's William J. Riley Memorial Residence. From left, HCA aide...

Part Two in the Series... Spring into Support: Thoughtful Ways to Help a Caregiver This Season As the weather warms and the days grow...

Part One in a Series... When we learn that a friend is in need, our natural reaction is simple—we want to help. But sometimes, knowing...

My name is Anthony Rico, and I am 14 years old. I attend Clark Middle School in St. John, Indiana, and I live in Schererville with my...

Deacon Joe Codespoti and his lovely wife Theresa baptize our son Anthony in 2010. Photo: Monica "Mona" Rico It’s been nearly five years...

Munster Chamber Members invest in the Police Department's Night Out Against Crime event. Munster Chamber recognized Hospice of the...

For over two decades, Thanksgiving has marked the beginning of a heartfelt holiday tradition at the William J. Riley Memorial Residence,...

When Hospice of the Calumet Area (HCA) RN Emily Vorst was informed by The Times Media that she was one of 10 finalists in its Nurses:...

Contributed by Karyn Brodsky Caring for loved ones is an honor and a responsibility, and when it comes to end-of-life decisions, dignity...

The chilly and wet morning didn’t keep over 500 shoppers from attending the Hospice Artisans’ 9th Holiday Boutique on Saturday, Oct. 14...

Alzheimer disease is becoming more common, especially as the general population is living longer. This brain disorder can be very...

Countless thank you notes, cards and recommendations continually flood our Hospice of the Calumet Area office commending the compassion...