The Gilchrist Blog
The goal of our blog is to provide you with comprehensive and inspiring information about issues that are important to our continuum of care. We also share the latest news about Gilchrist, highlight our work in the community, promote upcoming events, provide program-specific information and offer ways you can help – either by volunteering or fundraising.
The Gift of a Wagging Tail: Gilchrist’s Pet Love Program
Some visits begin with a knock, a gentle hello, and a familiar question: “Do you like dogs?” Then a tail starts wagging. At Gilchrist, patients...
Honoring Black History Month: Advancing Equity in Hospice and End-of-Life Care
Black History Month is a time to honor the resilience, contributions, and leadership of Black Americans, past and present, while also reflecting on the work...
8 Common Questions About Hospice Answered
Many people come to hospice later than they wish they had, not because it wasn’t right for them, but because they didn’t fully understand what...
What I Wish I Knew About Hospice Sooner
For many families, hospice is something you don’t think about until you have to—and by then, everything feels urgent, overwhelming, and unfamiliar. At Gilchrist, we...
Why Nonprofit vs. For-Profit Hospice Matters and Why Choosing Gilchrist Makes a Difference
When a loved one is facing a serious illness, choosing a hospice is one of the most important decisions a family will ever make. But...
Celebrating Myrna: A Life of Love, Strength and Community
When you ask sisters Diane Daniels, Gilchrist’s Director of Development for Howard County, and Wendy Oshiki to describe their mom, Myrna Watkins, they don’t hesitate....
A Year-End Message to Our Community
As we welcome a new year, I find myself reflecting with deep gratitude on all we have been able to accomplish together. Every step forward,...
How Hospice Supports Families When Loss Is Sudden or Unexpected
When someone receives a terminal diagnosis, families often have time, sometimes weeks or months, to process what’s happening, prepare emotionally, and begin important conversations. But...
A Day to Remember: Deborah Johnson’s Journey with Hospice of Washington County
For many, hospice care represents peace, comfort, and the chance to make meaningful memories when time feels limited. For Deborah Johnson, a patient with Hospice...
Navigating Grief During the Holidays: Coping Strategies for Finding Peace in a Difficult Season
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time filled with joy, celebration, and togetherness. But for those grieving the loss of a loved one,...
