Carolina Caring

06/08/2026

What can compassionate care look like? Sometimes it's helping a patient explore places they've never been from the comfort of their own home.

Sometimes it's making a lifelong dream come true, like Debbie's trip to the zoo.

Discover how meaningful moments, connection, and life enrichment helped shape the experiences of patients and families throughout the year. Read our 2025 Annual Impact Report: https://www.carolinacaring.org/flipbook/2025-carolina-caring-annual-impact-report/.

06/05/2026

There's still time! Our next is June 25th - and we can't wait for our campers to discover the exciting adventures ahead 🌳🎨💙

Brighter Days camps are special, counselor-led programs for children ages 5-16 who have faced the of a member or loved one, equipping them with the life skills to express and emotions in healthy ways.

Thursday, June 25th | 9:00am-1:00pm
McGalliard Falls Park - 1400 Falls Road NW, Valdese, NC
Register by Monday, June 15th

Campers will engage in nature-inspired activities and a special art project. Sponsored by WNC Bridge Foundation & Hickory Museum of Art.

Reserve your camper's spot at CarolinaCaring.org/support/ or contact Wanda Spurling at [email protected] or 828-466-0466.

06/03/2026

June is ’s & Month, a time to recognize the physical, emotional, and social challenges that may come with a diagnosis.

is committed to providing expert, compassionate that helps patients and their loved ones maintain comfort and quality of life wherever they call home. Through the Dementia Care Program, patients receive personalized support, expert symptom management, and professional guidance through each step of their care journey.

To ensure appropriate care is available to all, Carolina Caring also participates in the CMS-approved of Care, allowing eligible patients with a dementia diagnosis to receive expanded access to resources and ongoing support.

No family should have to face dementia alone. Learn more about Carolina Caring’s Dementia Care program at carolinacaring.org/dementia/ or call 828.466.0466.

06/01/2026

recognizes Pam Markland, Vice President of Serious Illness Services.

Since joining Carolina Caring in 2023, Markland has drawn from over 20 years of experience in operations to strengthen and expand our programs. She oversees Palliative Medicine, Home-Based Primary Care, and Caregiver Solutions.

Markland earned a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management from Gardner-Webb University & a Master of Health Administration from Appalachian State University. She spent 5 years serving as adjunct instructor at Appalachian State University, preparing future healthcare professionals for in an evolving care environment.

Markland currently leads our partnership with CaroNova, a nonprofit health transformation catalyst serving North and South Carolina. Together, Carolina Caring and aim to create a sustainable model of comprehensive palliative care for serious illness.

Her strategic perspective, service-oriented leadership, and commitment to accessible, patient-centered support have been instrumental in helping us develop new standards of compassionate, high-quality care. We are so thankful to have her on our team!

05/29/2026

It was such an honor to attend the Rotary Club of Valdese meeting and present the services provided to patients and families of our program.

We led discussions about serious illness support and why concurrent care models allow children with complex medical needs to receive curative treatments alongside the compassionate support provided through and .

We are grateful to guide this important discussion and connect with community members who care deeply about others. Thank you again to the for allowing us to share the mission and heart behind Cardinal Kids.

05/28/2026

Carolina Caring is proud to be recognized with a Certificate of Safety Achievement from the NC Department of Labor and the American Society of Safety Professionals.

Staff members Shane Willis, Director of Facilities & Safety Officer, and Dan Gilland, VP of Human Resources, accepted the certificate during a special banquet held at Moretz Mills on May 20th.

was recognized for our commitment to workplace safety and for creating safe, supportive environments for our staff, patients, families, and the communities we serve.

05/26/2026

camps are on their way--and we are so excited!😎

Brighter Days is a special day-camp for children ages 5-16 who have faced the of a member or loved one. Through -led activities, campers will make new friends, connect with , and gain skills to express in healthy ways.

Tuesday, June 16th | 9:00am-1:00pm
Rising Hope Farms - 3775 Bethany Church Road, Claremont, NC
Register by June 5th.

Thursday, June 25th | 9:00am-1:00pm
McGalliard Falls Park - 1400 Falls Road NW, Valdese, NC
Register by June 15th.

Spots fill up quickly! Reserve your camper's spot at CarolinaCaring.org/support/ or contact Wanda Spurling at [email protected] or 828.466.0466.

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day!

Today, we pause to remember the fallen. Every day, we work to honor the living.

Carolina Caring provides specialized support tailored to the unique experiences of our nation's heroes, ensuring that these patients and their families receive compassionate, world-class, and dignified serious illness care.

How are you remembering a hero today? Share their name in the comments below so we can remember them with you. 🇺🇸

Special thank-you to and the for a wonderful Memorial Day Ceremony this morning.

05/21/2026

, we’re excited to connect with you!

is hosting Drop-In & Discover, relaxed information session where you can connect with staff and discover high-quality, compassionate care programs for patients and families in Davie County and surrounding areas.

We'll explore and care services, care, , and opportunities that will truly make a difference in your community.

Drop-In & Discover Carolina Caring
Tuesday, June 23rd from 12:00pm-1:30pm
Davie County Public Library - 371 N Main St, Mocksville, NC

No RSVP required! This event is free and open to the public, with light refreshments provided. We look forward to meeting you and sharing more about the care, support, and resources available to you and your loved ones.

Davie County Public Library

Hospice

05/19/2026

More than data, our Annual Impact Report shares stories. We have collected just a few of the many moments that we have carried our mission by caring for each other, our patients, and our communities.

Discover this year's accomplishments and stories of compassionate care in the 2025 Annual Impact Report: https://www.carolinacaring.org/flipbook/2025-carolina-caring-annual-impact-report/