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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.
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Join Us for Gilchrist’s 7th Annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration
Ten years ago, a bill was signed into law in Maryland officially designating March 30 as Vietnam Veterans Day, honoring the service and sacrifice of...
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Finding Strength in Words: Khadija Harris’ Story
At just 42 years old, Khadija Harris has embraced a life rich with passion, creativity, and a deep commitment to inspiring others. Now, as she...
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Why Join Gilchrist’s Hospice Team? A Career with Purpose
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community but don’t have a medical background? At Gilchrist, Maryland’s leading nonprofit provider of serious illness...
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Breaking Barriers and Finding Comfort: The Inspiring Story of Betty Jean Kea
A Journey of Courage and Determination On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we celebrate the inspiring stories of individuals who have made remarkable contributions and...
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10 Questions Families Ask About Hospice Care
Hospice care provides compassionate support for individuals facing life-limiting illnesses, focusing on comfort and quality of life. Families often have questions about what hospice entails...
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A Decade of Compassion: A Journey with Gilchrist
On October 29, 2014, Carol Esposito’s beloved husband, Frank, passed away—just days before Halloween, a holiday the couple cherished. Now, a decade later, Carol reflects...
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In Memoriam – Former President Jimmy Carter (1924-2024)
(Hunt Valley, Maryland, December 29, 2024) – Gilchrist deeply mourns the passing of the 39th President of the United States, James Earl “Jimmy” Carter. President...
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Join Us for the 3rd Annual Gilchrist Social Work Training Institute
We are thrilled to invite our healthcare community to the 3rd Annual Gilchrist Social Work Training Institute! Designed for social workers and care professionals, this...
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New Year, New Opportunity to Take Care of Your Planning
At Gilchrist, we help people live fully through every stage of life. We are honored to support patients and their loved ones as they navigate...
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The Power of Partnerships: A Message to Our Community
As we step into 2025, I am filled with gratitude for the extraordinary community that makes Gilchrist what it is—a place of compassion, dignity, and...