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August 21, 2026

Thirty years ago, leaders from Harris Hospital, St. Joseph Hospital (now Ascension Providence), and Huguley Hospital (now a Texas Health Resources partner) recognized a need. Families facing the end of life deserved compassionate, community-based hospice care, regardless of their circumstances. On May 1, 1996, that shared vision became reality with the founding of Community Hospice… Read More

Two Generations, One Journey

June 5, 2026

Before Thomas Gordon Laux was born, he was already surrounded by love. In 2008, Tom and Deidrea Laux were preparing to welcome their first child when a routine ultrasound revealed concerns about their baby’s development. Their son, Thomas, was later diagnosed with Trisomy 13, a life-limiting chromosomal condition. As the family faced an uncertain future,… Read More

A Korean War Veteran’s Journey with Palliative Care

November 11, 2025

November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, and it is also a time to honor our nation’s Veterans. In that spirit, we are proud to share the story of Norman Laux, a 93-year-old Korean War Veteran and Purple Heart recipient, whose courage on the battlefield continues to be mirrored in the grace and resilience he shows each… Read More

Providence Hospice Expands Access to Services in Bi-Stone Area with Opening of Palliative Care Clinic at Limestone Medical Center

August 16, 2024

Providence Hospice-Community Healthcare of Texas proudly announces the expansion of its services in the Bi-Stone area with the opening of a new palliative care clinic at Limestone Medical Center in Groesbeck. This new clinic is dedicated to addressing the needs of patients with chronic and terminal conditions, emphasizing symptom management and improving overall quality of… Read More