Our Compassion Becomes Your Comfort

We are compassionate professionals who assist people after the loss of a loved one. We aim to provide a safe place and supportive tools to work through grief on their own personal journeys toward healing.

Our Services

Because grief is a universal, yet individual experience, our variety of services ensures that every person can find support in ways they feel comfortable.

Phone Calls

Phone Calls

Many loved ones of our patients who have passed appreciate hearing from our team.

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Memorial Services

Memorial Services

In-person and virtual celebration-of-life services honor patients who were in our care.

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Support Groups

Support Groups

Easily access supportive communities that understand what grief feels like.

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Children's Services

Children's Services

We meet children at their level with programs and activities designed to help them manage their grief.

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A staff member for Residential Hospice and child talking at Blue Elephant Children's Grief Camp

Newsletters

Newsletters

Our newsletters, called “Passages,” provide information, inspiration, suggested activities and resources.

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Grief Support from Our Team

The Residential Hospice Bereavement Team is equally concerned with the well-being of those that remain after the passing of the patient as we were with the care of the patient.​ The team is comprised of Bereavement Coordinators whose passion is to help those grieving to heal and find ways to move forward in life without their loved ones.

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Meet Our Team

Lindsey Sheets Grippe serves as Director of Bereavement Services for Residential Hospice

Lindsey Sheets Grippe

Director of Bereavement Services

Lindsey has a master’s degree in social work and a graduate certificate in gerontology.

“My favorite part of my job is working alongside the Bereavement team to grow our bereavement offerings and expand services available to the community.”

Christine Normando serves as Residential Bereavement Coordinator Special Programs Lead

Christine Normando

Bereavement Coordinator Special Programs Lead

Christine has a Master of Social Work degree and has worked as a Bereavement Coordinator since graduating.

“Adding and improving Bereavement offerings is a huge joy for me as are children’s services. Death can be such a beautiful part of the final chapter of someone’s life.”

Donna Miller serves as Residential Hospice Bereavement Coordinator

Donna Miller

Bereavement Coordinator

Donna worked as an elementary school teacher before joining the company in 2014.

“Giving a supportive phone call, facilitating a support group and active listening is often just what a person needs to let them know they are doing a good job at processing all the changes in their life.”

Kasandra Sulillari serves as a Bereavement Coordinator for Residential Hospice

Kasandra Sulillari

Bereavement Coordinator

Kasandra’s background includes a Bachelor of Social Work degree and relevant courses such as Death & Dying.

“My favorite part of being a Hospice Bereavement Coordinator is creating a safe space for individuals to process their grief and find comfort in community support.”

Kayla Gaddis serves as Bereavement Coordinator Team Lead for Residential Hospice

Kayla Gaddis

Bereavement Coordinator Team Lead

Kayla has a Master Level of Social Work degree. She has been with Residential for 10 years, four as a Licensed Medical Social Worker and six with the Bereavement department.

“I love facilitating my grief support group and seeing people in the grief journey connect and support one another.”

Kirstin Coliton serves as Bereavement Department Administrative Assistant for Residential Hospice

Kristin Coliton

Bereavement Department Administrative Assistant

Kristin has 12 years of experience in grief and caregiving. She joined Residential in 2017.

“Because I had such a wonderful experience with my own parents in Home Health and Hospice, I saw what great care they received and the help and knowledge and support we as a family received during the process.”

Maribeth Perez serves as Residential Hospice Bereavement Department Administrative Assistant

Maribeth Perez

Bereavement Department Administrative Assistant

Maribeth comes from a big, Irish family and has a son, a daughter and a beagle. She joined Residential in February 2025.

“I can see the good we do and how important everyone’s job is. Helping others in such a difficult time is truly a privilege.”

Michael Allen serves as Bereavement Coordinator for Residential Hospice

Michael Allen

Bereavement Coordinator

Michael has Master of Arts degrees in Religion and Community Psychology and Counseling, and a Master of Science degree in Gerontology. He has been with Residential since 2010.

“My favorite part of this job is having people share their stories and bringing light to the darkness of their loss.”

Why Grief Support Matters

According to the American Psychiatric Association, grief support can be a lifeline to those struggling with loss. When you are grieving, having knowledgeable and compassionate guidance is essential to healing. The Residential Hospice Bereavement team understands that each individual needs to process their grief in their own way. Whoever you are and however you're grieving, we're here to support you with a variety of resources.

A woman hugging a friend while consoling her through the loss of a loved one
A woman showing compassion to a peer during an in-person grief support group
Children participating in arts and crafts at Residential Hospice's Blue Elephant Grief Camp
A group music therapy session with volunteers and children at Residential Hospice's Children's Grief Camp
A woman consoling a man who's grieving the loss of a loved one