Finding Purpose Through Poetry: William Winkelman’s Story
At Gilchrist, every patient’s journey is shaped by resilience, love, and the support they receive along the way. For palliative care patient William Winkelman, that...
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...
Hospice Care Around the World: How Other Cultures Approach End-of-Life Care — Gilchrist and Nkoaranga Palliative Care
At Gilchrist, we know that the need for compassionate, quality hospice care knows no borders. Since 2009, Gilchrist has proudly partnered with Nkoaranga Palliative Care...
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...
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...
Debunking Myths and Misconceptions About Hospice and Palliative Care: What You Need to Know
Many individuals and families struggle to understand the difference between hospice and palliative care when faced with serious illness. Despite the growing awareness of these...
Understanding the Difference Between Hospice and Palliative Care
When facing a serious illness, understanding your care options is crucial. For over 30 years, Gilchrist has provided a range of specialized care services, including...
This Thanksgiving Consider Having the Talk of a Lifetime
This Thanksgiving Consider Having the Talk of a Lifetime As we all know, November is the month of Thanksgiving, of gathering with loved ones and...
Palliative Care: Applying “The Platinum Rule” for My Patients
Palliative Care: Applying “The Platinum Rule” for My Patients As a palliative medicine consultant, I see patients and families during some of the most arduous...
Gilchrist Integrative and Palliative Medicine: Using Our Toolbox to Enhance Well-being
Gilchrist’s Integrative and Palliative Medicine team focuses on the mind-body care of patients with serious illness and their families, using all the “tools” that work....