Benefits of Hospice: Why Starting Hospice Earlier May Be Better
Benefits of Hospice: Why Starting Hospice Earlier May Be Better | November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, a time to raise awareness of...
In Honor of Spiritual/Pastoral Care Week, a Gilchrist Chaplain Reflects on His Experience
Spiritual/Pastoral Care Week (October 25 to 31) is a time to honor and recognize the important work of spiritual caregivers. During my first two months...
The Benefits of Early Palliative Care
Understanding the benefits of early palliative care requires understanding palliative care in general. Palliative care is not a single service but rather a philosophy of...
Supporting a Grieving Friend
Grief is a universal experience that we all share. Many of us have been touched by grief ourselves, and we know how painful it can...
Chaplains: The Heart of Hospice Care
At the end of life, many people turn to spirituality or religion as they grapple with emotions and feelings about death and dying. Some may...
Using Oxygen Safely at Home
While each of us breathes oxygen every day without thinking about it, those with lung disease or other serious illnesses may have difficulty getting enough...
New Gilchrist Grief Facebook Group
For many of us, our use of social media during the COVID-19 pandemic has changed from a guilty pleasure to more of a survival tool....
People With Serious Illness Need a Continuum of Care
The needs of older adults with serious illness are too often overlooked by the health care system. For many, comprehensive care for serious illness occurs...
Gilchrist Volunteers Find New Ways to Serve During the Pandemic
Our volunteers are the heart and soul of Gilchrist. They share the gifts of their time and talents every day to make a difference in...
Gilchrist Offers Help for Serious Illness at Every Stage
The diagnosis of a serious illness for you or a loved one can bring fear and uncertainty. You may be unsure about your options for...