NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (November 12, 2026) – As Arkansas Hospice becomes LifeTouch Health, the organization’s Elf Squad will continue its tradition of brightening the holidays for patients facing serious illnesses.
“This is the Elf Squad’s sixth year,” said Sarah Hagerman, LifeTouch Health’s director of volunteers. “Last year, our volunteers put together more than 1,730 gifts for LifeTouch Health patients, who come from all walks of life. They love getting gifts like socks, slippers, blankets and large-print puzzle books. These items might seem small, but they can bring a great deal of comfort and joy to Arkansans facing what might be their last holiday season.”
A list of Elf Squad tree locations and information on how to give online can be found at https://www.lifetouchhealth.org/elfsquad.
There are two ways to join the LifeTouch Health Elf Squad:
SHOP FOR GIFTS: The public is invited to take ornaments from Elf Squad trees at participating merchants and locations throughout LifeTouch Health’s hospice service area, which covers more than 40 counties. The back of each ornament has a small list of potential gifts. Once items have been purchased, ornaments should be taped to unwrapped gifts and returned to the same location. Gifts will be collected through Dec. 12, and gift bags are appreciated.
GIVE ONLINE: Support LifeTouch Health programs like the Elf Squad that benefit our fellow Arkansans by giving online.
A list of Elf Squad tree locations and information on how to give online can be found at https://www.lifetouchhealth.org/elfsquad.
“The Elf Squad is truly a labor of love, “Hagerman said. “Not only does it warm the hearts of our patients and families, but ours as well. Whether you prefer to buy gifts or to donate online, your generosity is truly appreciated.”
The state’s largest non-profit provider of hospice and palliative care services, LifeTouch Health is evolving from its longtime name, Arkansas Hospice Family of Care, to reflect its broadened mission and comprehensive offerings, which include hospice care, personal care, primary care, and palliative care services. The organization’s volunteer department has spearheaded the Elf Squad since it began in 2021 in conjunction with the LifeTouch Health Foundation, which increases awareness and raises funds for the mission of LifeTouch Health.
To learn more about LifeTouch Health’s volunteer opportunities, please visit https://www.lifetouchhealth.org/volunteer.
About LifeTouch Health
Caring since 1992, Arkansas Hospice’s Family of Care is becoming LifeTouch Health – helping Arkansans at any age or stage of serious illness have a better quality of life. For more information, visit LifeTouchHealth.org.
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