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407 Portway Avenue, Suite 201
Hood River, Oregon 97031
Serving OR: Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, WA: Klickitat, Skamania counties.
Clinical On-Call 24/7
Phone: (541) 386-1942 | Fax: (541) 386-1728
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. PST
Using kites as a memorial is a tradition found in many cultures — a symbolic, personal, and communal way to remember those we love.
Each year on the second Saturday in May, Bristol Hospice Hood River hosts the annual Kite Festival & Memorial. Against the stunning Hood River backdrop, colossal kites fill the sky as professional flyers showcase their artistry, creating a sight reminiscent of world-renowned kite festivals.
At the heart of the day, we honor those we have served who have passed in the previous year — a special moment for reflection and remembrance.
“I lift this kite to heaven’s light,
And with it, let my grief take flight.”
The Bristol Hospice Kite Festival & Memorial offers something for everyone — a day of beauty, remembrance, and community.
“The timely response to urgent needs has been amazing. The follow up on any concerns is very quickly done and resolved effectively. Every nurse and CNA I have met gives kind, compassionate, and thorough care.”
— Memory Care Facility Team
“We could not have received better care for my father. Your hospice was absolutely top-notch. We went through two other hospices before we found you and you were wonderful!”
— A Surviving Family Member
Published on June 30, 2026, Updated on June 29, 2026 in the Resource Category
When someone is grieving, it can be hard to know what to say. Bristol Hospice offers simple, compassionate phrases, what to avoid, what to text, and how to support someone after a loss.
Published on June 29, 2026 in the Resource Category
Visiting someone in hospice can feel meaningful, emotional, and sometimes uncertain. Bristol Hospice explains what to say, what to bring, what to avoid, how long to stay, and how to be present with compassion.
If you have questions about how hospice can be completely paid for, delivered conveniently in-home, and can help provide your family with added peace of mind, please get in touch with us for a complementary consultation today. Our caring and knowledgeable team is here to help.
