10 Benefits of Hospice Care
There are many benefits of hospice care, not only to the patient but also to caregivers and loved ones. The overarching goal of hospice care...
Celebrating Gilchrist’s Amazing Volunteers
Gilchrist joins nonprofit organizations across the country to celebrate their volunteers during National Volunteer Week — April 7 to 13. This year’s theme is Celebrate...
Honoring Compassionate Caregivers at Gilchrist
Honoring Compassionate Caregivers at Gilchrist Gilchrist is well known for compassionate caregivers. Each year, exceptional Gilchrist and GBMC staff and volunteers are honored with the...
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...
Honoring Veterans Living In Residential Care Communities
One hundred years ago, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, World War I ended with the establishment of the...
7 Qualities That Make Gilchrist Volunteers Special
Gilchrist volunteers come from all walks of life, have different spiritual beliefs and experiences, and range in age from 18 to 92. Many of them...
The Importance of Gilchrist Volunteers, and Why We Need Them More Than Ever
Living with a serious illness can be an isolating experience. For some of the people we serve, their only regular visitors are their Gilchrist team....
National Volunteer Week: Recognizing Gilchrist Volunteers
Every day, I work with volunteers who selflessly give of themselves to support families when they are at their most vulnerable. Many of Gilchrist’s volunteers...
Compassionate Caregiver Award – Record Number of Gilchrist Employees and Volunteers Recognized
The 2017 Compassionate Caregiver program has experienced a record-setting number of nominations, including 20 of Gilchrist’s outstanding employees and volunteers recognized for providing exceptional care...