patients were provided daily contact and attentive care with Remote Patient and Transition to Home Monitoring nurses.
Continuing Care
Thanks to the generosity of our community, the Corewell Health Continuing Care Program provides personalized health care services that meet our patients wherever they are. This specialized care, often required after an initial hospital stay, surgery, or long-term illness, is enhanced by the philanthropic contributions that bring hope, care, and support to patients and families when it’s needed most.
Program highlights
Expressive Arts
Supported by philanthropy, the Corewell Health Expressive Arts Program provides residents at Rehabilitation and Nursing Centers (RNC) with opportunities to express their thoughts, feelings, and creative energy through painting, pottery, jewelry making, and more. The Cedar Street RNC continued to partner with community members from Artists Creating Together, offering sessions in creative storytelling, poetry, and art therapy. New this year, art therapist RaNae Couture was able to expand her reach through bedside art visits, bringing comfort and connection to residents unable to attend sessions in the art studio.
Health at home
Corewell Health At-Home-Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) provided over 300 pieces of Durable Medical Equipment and essential patient care items in 2025, including safety aids and pediatric-specific items for patients without insurance coverage. This includes young patients like Elena, a NICU baby who continued to remain dependent on g-tube feeding at discharge. Her Homecare Occupational Therapist identified that she would benefit from a space-saving feeding chair and pediatric vibrating tool – items not covered by insurance – to encourage her to engage in messy play, making her more comfortable with textures and sensations. Thanks to philanthropic support, these tools were provided and have become a part of Elena’s daily routine. She is now making exciting developmental strides, and with continued care, support, and love, her journey holds great promise!
Cedar Street RNC outdoor space
In 2025, philanthropy provided support for outdoor improvements at the Cedar Street RNC, transforming spaces into vibrant hubs of engagement, reflection, and community. New gazebos provide safe, shaded spaces for relaxation and social connection. Raised garden beds became a source of joy and teamwork, as residents planted flowers and vegetables from seeds, nurtured them, and watched them grow. Sheds offered convenient storage for gardening tools, yard games, and other outdoor equipment, supporting both resident and staff activities.
Music therapy
Music therapy at Kentridge RNC offers residents a chance to connect, heal, and experience the beauty of music in a way that enhances their overall health. In partnership with the Grand Rapids Symphony’s “Music for Health” program, 11 music therapy sessions were held in 2025. These goal-oriented sessions often include co-treatments with other therapies such as physical therapy and occupational therapy, with most patients displaying better tolerance of treatment when the sound of the music is present. Beyond therapeutic benefits, these sessions also provide a sense of normalcy and opportunity to engage with the community in meaningful ways. All residents, staff, and families are invited to participate.
Hospice
Volunteers continue to enhance the quality of life for hundreds of hospice patients each year, dedicating thousands of hours to supporting patients and their loved ones. Made possible by philanthropy, music and massage therapy provide physical comfort and emotional peace at the end of life. Philanthropy also enables the bereavement services team to offer counseling, support groups, mailings, and a meaningful service of remembrance to the families of more than 2,500 patients annually.
Hospice Service of Remembrance
In Spring 2025, over 800 guests attended the Annual Service of Remembrance at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Guests were able to experience the warmth of the greenhouse and Butterflies are Blooming Exhibit, along with refreshments, free of charge to the families of patients who passed in the preceding year. The families of over 185 patients served in the past year were in attendance, making this year the most well-attended to date. The names of each of their loved ones were read aloud, and individual roses were given to each family, making the event a personal and meaningful experience for those on their grief journey.
Moments of magic
Ronald Vance, a proud U.S. Army Veteran, had the opportunity to take an Honor Flight out of Flint, Michigan – a journey dedicated to honoring our nation’s heroes. Although the hospice team was unable to provide a traditional send-off due to the departure location, they were determined to ensure Ron felt celebrated and appreciated. Thanks to philanthropy, they were able to create a heartfelt care package for Ron, including a personalized card, a certificate of service, a genuine star cut from a retired U.S. flag, and a handmade patriotic pillow crafted by Hospice’s Caring Crafter volunteers. Each item was chosen to reflect deep gratitude for his service and to add a personal touch to his Honor Flight experience. After returning from the trip, Ron shared photos and stories with the team, speaking warmly about the experience and how truly honored he felt.
music therapy visits were performed for hospice patients.
massages were given to hospice patients.
uninsured patients received Remote Monitoring Care at no cost.
patients were provided daily contact and attentive care with Remote Patient and Transition to Home Monitoring nurses.
music therapy visits were performed for hospice patients.
massages were given to hospice patients.
uninsured patients received Remote Monitoring Care at no cost.
patients were provided daily contact and attentive care with Remote Patient and Transition to Home Monitoring nurses.
music therapy visits were performed for hospice patients.
massages were given to hospice patients.
uninsured patients received Remote Monitoring Care at no cost.
patients were provided daily contact and attentive care with Remote Patient and Transition to Home Monitoring nurses.
music therapy visits were performed for hospice patients.
massages were given to hospice patients.
uninsured patients received Remote Monitoring Care at no cost.
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