Spirit of the Wings - Hospice Fundraiser

Mille Lacs Health System is proud to be bringing back the “Spirit of the Wings” Hospice fundraiser event. Due to COVID, we were unable to have the event in 2020. This event is a very important fundraiser for the hospice program and also provides a way for local families to honor loved ones they have lost with a beautiful butterfly release.

The MLHS Hospice program focuses on terminally ill patients and their families. The team approach to care promotes dignity and quality of life, while addressing the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of both patient and family.

Proceeds from this event will help provide equipment and supplies needed to provide end-of-life comfort for our clients. Examples are music, aromatherapy, medical supplies, and equipment. The hospice program allows clients to remain in their homes while nurses, physical/occupational therapists, home health aides, homemaking, massage therapists, doctors, pastors, and volunteers come to them and provide palliative care during their end of life.

The “Spirit of the Wings” event will be held August 21, 2021 at 12:00 p.m., at the Ellen Ruth park in Wahkon. You can purchase a butterfly in honor of a loved one you have lost by contacting the MLHS Homecare and Hospice Dept. at 320-532-2800. The Spirit of the Wings event will have music, a devotion from Pastor Cope, a summary of the program from Rene Wagner, MLHS Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, and finish with a beautiful release of butterflies. If you are unable to join us, the butterfly representing your loved one will be released for you.