Who:
Hospice and palliative care professionals, including doctors, nurses, clergy, chaplains, lay ministers, counselors, social workers, support staff, volunteer coordinators. Invite anyone it would help!
What:
Hospite – A respite for professional Hospice caregivers is designed as a FREE annual program to provide time for reflection, networking opportunities and continuing education for Hospice professionals across Iowa.
Our keynote speaker for Hospite 2026 will be Dr. Alan Wolfelt!
Recognized as one of North America's leading voices in grief education, Dr. Wolfelt will share his compassionate wisdom and decades of experience, offering valuable insights for professionals who support individuals and families navigating serious illness, loss, and grief. Don't miss this inspiring opportunity to learn from one of the field's most respected experts.
Continuing Education fees will be paid by Cedar Memorial and Iowa Cremation. Please provide license information when registering. Pre-registration is required. Lunch is included.
When:
Wednesday, October 7, 2026. Check in at the event will begin at 8:00 a.m. The program will begin at 9:00 a.m. Food and beverages will be available during registration, lunch and the afternoon break.
Where:
Hospite will be held at The Doubletree by Hilton in the Cedar Rapids Convention Complex, 350 1st Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401.
Parking:
Parking is available in the Convention Center Parking Garage directly across from the hotel or in the Five Seasons Parkade Garage on the corner of 1st Avenue and 5th Street.
Why does Cedar Memorial sponsor this FREE event?
Cedar Memorial is blessed with a staff of caring professionals, who embrace the families you have unselfishly served. It is our unrelenting mission to continue your care, with compassion and dignity. Our similar goals and challenges beg for our continued and frequent dialogue.
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