A Lifetime in Music: How Gilchrist’s Music Therapy Helps Mary Austin Stay Connected to What She Loves
At 90 years old, Mary Austin still lights up when music fills the room. Whether she’s softly singing along to a familiar hymn, reminiscing about...
A Life of Service and History: Honoring Coast Guard Veteran David Pearson
At Gilchrist, we have the privilege of caring for individuals whose lives tell remarkable stories—stories of service, love, and moments that have shaped history itself....
What I Wish I Knew About Hospice Sooner
For many families, hospice is something you don’t think about until you have to—and by then, everything feels urgent, overwhelming, and unfamiliar. At Gilchrist, we...
Gotta Go Forward: Jim Morgan’s Journey of Love, Grit, and Giving
When James “Jim” Morgan talks about his life, he begins where it matters most—with Bernice. They met as teenagers in Baltimore; he was sixteen, she...
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...
Honoring Her Parents Through Giving: Marliee Bowers’ 29 Year Commitment to Gilchrist
For nearly three decades, Marilee Bowers has faithfully supported Gilchrist. Her dedication is rooted in a deeply personal story—one that began with the care her...
A Life of Love, Family, and Service: Remembering Edward James Cody, Sr.
A Devoted Father, Grandfather, and Partner Few lives shine with as much love and devotion as that of Edward James Cody, Sr. Born June 23,...
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...
The Power of Music: How Gilchrist’s Music Therapy Brings Joy to Tony Morrison
When Jillian Reed, a music therapist with Gilchrist, visits Tony Morrison, something special happens. His face lights up. His hands tap along to the rhythm....
A Life of Service, A Final Tribute: Honoring Commander William Lupton
How Gilchrist’s Salute to Service helped one family say goodbye with pride A Distinguished Life of Dedication and Leadership Commander William Lupton dedicated his life...



