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Holidays are typically a joyful time filled with celebrations, gatherings, merriment, and joy. However, these special days can also be stressful and emotional when a loved one dies.

To help during these holidays and special days, Mayo Clinic Hospice will honor those who died with the Hospice Set Memories Aglow cascade of lights at the following campuses: Albert Lea, Austin, Red Wing, and Rochester. The trees, located in front of each facility, will be illuminated from Dec. 2 through Jan. 6, 2025.

“Although the holidays can be a painful time after a loved one dies, they can also be a time to cherish fond memories and traditions,” says ReNae Meaney, R.N., Hospice Nurse Supervisor.

Hospitals with displays can be found at the following locations:

Mayo Clinic Health System – Albert Lea

404 West Fountain Street

Albert Lea, MN 56007

Mayo Clinic Health System – Austin

1000 First Drive NW

Austin, MN 55912

Mayo Clinic Health System – Red Wing

701 Hewitt Boulevard

Red Wing, MN 55066

Mayo Clinic 41st Street Professional Building/Northwest Clinic

3033 41st Street NW

Rochester, MN 55901

“We encourage everyone to drive by anytime and view the lights as a tribute to those they love and miss this holiday season. This can help those grieving start a new tradition,” Meaney said.

Mayo Clinic Hospice serves patients of any age, wherever they reside throughout Southeastern MN.  Mayo Clinic Hospice also provides grief support to our greater community.  To learn more about Mayo Clinic Hospice service, please call 507-284-4002.  

To volunteer for Mayo Clinic Hospice, please visit: https://volunteer.mayoclinic.org/