Mindfulness Practices for Patients and Caregivers
Simple relaxation techniques to ease stress and anxiety Today is National Caregivers Day, a time to recognize and honor the millions of people who provide...
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...
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,...
Reconnecting Through Hospice: In the End, Love Answered
In hospice, moments of connection can happen when you least expect them. A familiar song, a shared memory, or even a simple phone call can...
Dignity Through Dialogue: The Power of Talking About Medications
October is Talk About Your Medicines Month, a national campaign dedicated to fostering clearer communication around medications—including prescription, over-the-counter (OTCs) drugs, and supplements. At Gilchrist,...
Building Trust, Strengthening Community: Gilchrist’s Collaborations with Local Organizations
At Gilchrist, care extends beyond the bedside. As Maryland’s leading nonprofit provider of serious illness and end-of-life care, Gilchrist understands that supporting patients and families...
Celebrating a Century of Wisdom: National Centenarians’ Day
Every September 22, Gilchrist joins in honoring an extraordinary group of people—those who have lived for 100 years or more. National Centenarians’ Day shines a...
Honoring World Alzheimer’s Day: The Role of Hospice in Dementia Care
September 21st is World Alzheimer’s Day, a time to raise awareness of the challenges faced by those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia—and...
Celebrating 45 Years of Hospice of Washington County: A Legacy of Compassionate Care
Hospice of Washington County has been a pillar of comfort, dignity, and compassionate end-of-life care for patients and their families throughout Washington County, Maryland, for...
Anticipatory Grief: Coping with Loss Before It Happens
Guidance for Families Grieving Before the Goodbye At Gilchrist, we often say that grief begins long before the last breath. For many families, the process...
