Home Instead Donates $30K for Hospice Suite at MVSL

Sep 9, 2025 | Latest News

Methodist Village Senior Living (MVSL) is honored to announce a generous $30,000 donation from Home Instead, made possible by local owner Jonathan Fry, to support the opening of a dedicated hospice suite on the MVSL campus. ​

This compassionate gift will fund the creation of a serene, private space for current or newly admitted residents at the end of life. ​ The hospice suite will be designed to offer dignity, comfort, and peace for the residents and the loved ones who surround them in their final days. ​

“End-of-life care is one of the most sacred responsibilities we carry,” said Melissa Curry, CEO of MVSL. ​ “Thanks to the generosity of Jonathan Fry and Home Instead, we will now be able to offer families a warm, comfortable space where they can be fully present with their loved one during this important time.” ​

The hospice suite will include: • A peaceful, home-like environment for the resident ​ • Two recliner beds to allow family members to stay overnight ​ • A full bathroom and walk-in shower for caregiver comfort ​ • A kitchenette with snacks and drinks ​ • Faith-based reading materials for comfort and reflection ​ • Soothing and uplifting music to promote peace and relaxation ​

The space will be available to all MVSL residents, and admission criteria will be based on medical eligibility for hospice services. ​

“We are grateful for the incredible care MVSL provides to this community,” said Jonathan Fry, owner of Home Instead. ​ “Supporting this hospice suite is our way of giving back and ensuring families have the support and comfort they need during one of life’s most emotional moments.” ​

Construction of the suite is set to begin this fall, with a ribbon-cutting and dedication planned after completion. ​

For more information about MVSL’s hospice care or to support the project, please contact Melissa Curry at 479-414-2093, mcurry@methodistvillage.com, or Katee Jones at 479-755-6304, kjones@methodistvillage.com. ​

Serving our Mission, Striving for our Vision, Sharing Stories, and Leaving a Legacy – For 64 years, MVSL has been caring for our community’s elders through Independent, Assisted, Memory Care, Long-Term Care, and Rehab. ​ Seated on 30 acres in central Fort Smith, our campus is the only “Life Plan Community” in the River Valley. ​ We are pushing forward with innovative care and education, focusing on the whole person and creating a place you would be happy to call home. ​

Call 479-452-1611 to schedule a tour today. ​ For more information, visit methodistvillage.com

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