Specialized Support Programs
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...
Hidden Blessings: Finding Light, Love, and Joy During Illness & Loss
A Conversation with Maryland’s Leading Rabbis When faced with illness, grief, and loss, it can be difficult to see beyond the pain. Yet, even in...
End-of-life Doulas Offer Compassion and Companionship for the Dying
Gilchrist’s end-of-life doulas are extraordinary individuals who graciously give their time to sit by the bedsides of patients as the end-of-life approaches. Doulas provide a...
End-of-Life Doulas: Companions for the Dying
Most people are familiar with the concept of birthing doulas—someone who provides guidance and support to pregnant women—but have you ever heard of an end-of-life...
