Penn Highlands Healthcare at Home to Host 2025 Butterfly Release
For some people, when they are out and about and see a colorful butterfly, a calming sense can be felt. Butterflies are symbolic of transformation and resurrection while representing change, hope and new beginnings. For centuries, people have held the belief that butterfly sightings after a loved one passes is a sign that the deceased is okay and in a better place.
Penn Highlands Healthcare at Home is hosting a Butterfly Release on Friday, July 25, 2025, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in the Serenity Garden at Penn Highlands Healthcare at Home, which is located at 757 Johnsonburg Rd., in St. Mays. Butterflies are set to soar at this hope-filled event that provides families an opportunity to celebrate their loved ones as they navigate through the grief process.
The festivities begin at 6:00 PM followed by the butterfly release at 6:30 PM. and refreshments at 6:45 PM. The program will include inspirational music, reflection, prayer and the butterfly release in celebration of lives well lived. The event will be held rain or shine; however, in the event of inclement weather, the butterflies will be released when conditions are safe for acclimation to their new surroundings.
The cost is $20 for each butterfly. All butterflies must be ordered by Sunday, July 20, 2025.
To purchase butterflies and RSVP for the event, send a check payable to: Penn Highlands Healthcare at Home, Attn: Mary Lou, 757 Johnsonburg Rd., Suite 200, St. Marys, PA 15857-3497.
Please indicate the name of the person to be remembered for each butterfly ordered. Proceeds benefit the Hospice program of Penn Highlands Healthcare at Home.
Penn Highlands Healthcare at Home brings expert and compassionate care to your home. Care is provided for patients of all ages needing all levels of care, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation therapy, palliative care and hospice care.
The skilled and compassionate staff help people regain their health, maintain independence and enjoy their best life.