Comprehensive support for older adults, focusing on safety, independence, and chronic condition management. Helps seniors age well at home with coordinated, expert care.
Specialized care that manages symptoms and stress at any stage of serious illness. Supports comfort, communication, and decision-making alongside ongoing medical treatment.
Comfort-focused care for people with serious illness, emphasizing dignity, symptom relief, and quality of life. Services are provided wherever patients live, supporting both individuals and families.
Compassionate services for those coping with loss, including counseling, support groups, and resources that foster healing and emotional well-being.
Support that meets emotional, practical, and educational needs, guiding patients and families through the challenges of serious illness with clarity and confidence.
Gilchrist provides quality compassionate care, counseling and support to people at every stage of serious illness. A nationally recognized, nonprofit leader in serious illness and end-of-life care, Gilchrist is deeply committed to providing life-affirming programs to ensure that our patients have the best possible quality of life and the opportunity to live every moment to its fullest.
Read MoreWhen someone you love is facing serious illness, every moment matters. Families who turn to Gilchrist often tell us how grateful they are for the comfort, dignity, and compassionate support that helped their loved one truly live every moment.
“Their care was unbelievable—it let us stop worrying and simply be together.”
“Gilchrist made me feel like it was okay to grieve—and that I wasn’t alone.”
“Gilchrist helped me realize I didn’t have to be the nurse. I could just be her daughter.”
“Gilchrist gave my mother dignity in the very last moments of her life.”
“Gilchrist helped my mother keep doing more and living fully—right to the end.”
“The care from Gilchrist was wonderful for both of us—truly the best we could have had.”
“The people at Gilchrist made her last year so wonderful. They allowed me to be her loving daughter again, instead of her medical caretaker.”
"Hospice isn’t death—hospice is life.”
Care is provided in private homes, senior living communities, area hospitals, and care centers across Maryland, South-Central Pennsylvania, and Northern Virginia.
A full range of care from diagnosis through end of life, offering seamless transitions and consistent support for patients and families at every stage.
Gilchrist and its affiliates provide care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for anyone in need, regardless of ability to pay.
Sharing stories, news, and insights from across our organization
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Author Hilary Harrington, LCPC, CT March is National Women’s History Month, and March 8 is International Women’s Day....
Gilchrist has changed the name of its Jewish hospice program to the Jewish Care and Support Program. We at Gilchrist...
In February 2019, the Gilchrist music therapy program created a one of a kind event to bring awareness of our work and raise...
In March 2020, Gilchrist shifted to virtual grief services so that we could safely serve our community. We will continue to...
Please join us for Gilchrist’s Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Virtual Celebration on March 28, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. The...
COVID-19 vaccines are approved by America’s leading medical experts and are highly effective at preventing COVID-19...
In 2020, we in the United States faced unimaginable challenges wrought by the coronavirus pandemic. Yet in the midst of our...
A message from Gilchrist President Catherine Hamel: To all of Gilchrist’s friends, supporters, patients and families,...
Over three years ago, Gilchrist created our Care Navigation Center as part of our commitment to exemplary customer care. Any...
Grief Group Creates Long-lasting Bond by Beryl Rosenstein, MD, on behalf of the “Grief Gang” The article on “Lessons...
As the season for giving continues, we share a story from a grateful family member whose loved one was cared for by...
By Laurel Freeman, LCPC, NCC, CT The ups and downs of grief can be rough terrain to navigate, even during normal times. When...
Did you know that November is National Family Caregivers Month? If you are a caregiver, you may not realize what day it is,...
As the nation honors American heroes for their military service on Veterans Day, November 11, Gilchrist staff and volunteers...
Benefits of Hospice: Why Starting Hospice Earlier May Be Better | November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, a...
Gilchrist takes on her mother’s medical care, so Carol can focus on just being a daughter and sharing treasured moments...
Spiritual/Pastoral Care Week (October 25 to 31) is a time to honor and recognize the important work of spiritual caregivers....
Understanding the benefits of early palliative care requires understanding palliative care in general. Palliative care is...
Grief is a universal experience that we all share. Many of us have been touched by grief ourselves, and we know how painful...
As Todd Morley’s cancer grew progressively worse, he had one final wish — to marry his life-long love, Tammy. Tammy had...
Support Hospice in Tanzania by Purchasing Handmade Jewelry, Art and More Shoulder to shoulder—or bega kwa bega, in...
During the COVID-19 crisis, Gilchrist continues to play a vital role in Howard County, as the number of area residents...
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month—a time to recognize and honor the children who are battling cancer, the...
At the end of life, many people turn to spirituality or religion as they grapple with emotions and feelings about death and...
While each of us breathes oxygen every day without thinking about it, those with lung disease or other serious illnesses may...
Before coming to Gilchrist, Debbie Dasher’s experience with the healthcare system was harrowing. After a surgery to remove...
For many of us, our use of social media during the COVID-19 pandemic has changed from a guilty pleasure to more of a...
Our volunteers are the heart and soul of Gilchrist. They share the gifts of their time and talents every day to make a...
The diagnosis of a serious illness for you or a loved one can bring fear and uncertainty. You may be unsure about your...
By Rhonda Gold, Ovarian Cancer Survivor Gilchrist’s Integrative and Palliative Medicine services are available to patients...
As the novel coronavirus took hold in our community in mid-March, Gilchrist rapidly responded to the pandemic to ensure our...
Many people put off healthcare decision making, especially if they are relatively young and healthy. But the COVID-19...
When grieving the loss of an adult sibling, many find that their grief is largely unacknowledged by others. This is referred...
June 18 to 25 is National Nursing Assistants Week — a time to celebrate the unique contributions of hospice aides and...
Like all those working on the front lines of healthcare during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the Gilchrist music...
Our 4th Annual Spring Jazz Brunch is now the Stay Home Jazz Brunch, benefiting Gilchrist Center Baltimore! Spend your Sunday...
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected so many services for the seriously ill, including Gilchrist’s We Honor Veterans...
Stories of Challenge and Hope from Our Partner in Tanzania However long the night may last, there will be a...
Help Gilchrist Honor Nurses During National Nurses Week May 6 through May 12 is National Nurses Week. Amid the COVID-19...
As the largest serious illness and hospice organization in Maryland and one of the few with a dedicated inpatient unit,...
Coping with Grief in this Time of COVID-19 For over a month now we have been facing new realities created by the COVID-19...
With your support, together our story goes on. 1,008. That is the number of patients that Gilchrist is caring for throughout...
March is Social Work Month—the perfect time to highlight the critical role and life-changing work social workers play at...
When a child has a serious illness with no cure, it can become all-consuming for the parents and siblings of the sick child....
Gilchrist’s third annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration is scheduled for Sunday, March 22, 2020. The...
Eight veterans gathered in the dining room of Oakcrest assisted living facility on a recent morning to reminisce and share...
Gilchrist offers extensive grief support services to those grieving a loss. In addition to one-on-one counseling sessions,...
Read on to learn how music therapy makes a difference in the lives of patients and families and how you can support music...
When it comes to choosing a hospice, there are important factors to consider. One is whether the organization is for-profit...
A message from Gilchrist’s president, Catherine Hamel: I hope you had wonderful holidays filled with joy and laughter,...
If I asked you how many seasons are in a year, you would probably say, “Oh that’s easy—there are four: winter, spring,...
Year-end donations matter because insurance does not cover the full cost of patient care. And because Gilchrist accepts...
Through Gilchrist’s Elder Medical Care program, social workers and resource coordinators provide ongoing emotional support...
Each day, the physicians and nurse practitioners on our Integrative and Palliative Medicine team live and breathe...
For many of us who have lost a loved one, the joy of the holiday season is tempered with sadness. When I lost my darling Jim...
November is National Family Caregivers Month and a time to recognize and honor family caregivers at Gilchrist and across the...
Gilchrist hosts celebrations honoring veterans at residential care facilities across the region. Veterans Day can be traced...
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month — a time to celebrate the care that helps patients and family...
Meet Cherish, a 14-week-old Labrador Retriever who has become the most popular new team member at Gilchrist! Cherish (named...
In honor of Spiritual Care Week, we offer this perspective from a Gilchrist hospice chaplain. I left a patient’s room...
October 12, 2019, is World Hospice and Palliative Care Day. On this day, Gilchrist will unite with organizations and...
Supporting Exceptional Hospice Care Every year, sometimes twice a year, Martha Chestem was able to create her legacy through...
When I get the call that a pediatric hospice patient has died, it’s never an easy moment. No matter how many times it...
Honoring a patient’s choice to share their experience with others. It comes as no surprise that, when we hear...
It is my honor to support Gilchrist’s 2019 Taste of Howard County this year as event co-chair. As President and co-owner...
As a hospice child life specialist, I work with seriously ill children, their siblings or any other young people impacted by...
National Dog Day is Monday, August 26, 2019, and according to nationaldogday.com, it “honors family dogs and dogs...
We have a principle in Judaism that God sends the “cure” before the “disease.” While my husband’s devastating...
If your loved one receives care from Gilchrist, our Nurse Helpline provides support for caregivers — even in the middle of...
The term “palliative care” is often misunderstood. Unfortunately, these misconceptions can keep people from realizing...
Care Navigators: Helping You Find the Right Care for a Loved One with Serious Illness Need help with a loved one who is...
Samantha Burley has made a big impact on the lives of our Gilchrist Kids families in a very short time by having Scentsy...
Hospice care can be provided in different settings depending on a patient’s or family’s needs and preferences. One...
Hospice provides care that allows people to live their final days to the fullest, in peace and without pain, in the place...
There are many benefits of hospice care, not only to the patient but also to caregivers and loved ones. The overarching goal...
“What can I do for you today?” Gilchrist hospice aides approach every Gilchrist patient, every time, with those words....
Last month, Gilchrist had the honor of hosting three colleagues from our partner hospice — Nkoaranga Lutheran Hospital’s...
The challenges of caring for a loved one with serious illness can be overwhelming. One of the concerns often voiced by...
May is Military Appreciation Month, and with Memorial Day right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to thank and...
World Diversity Day is May 21, and Gilchrist is planning an organization-wide celebration. All year long, Gilchrist embraces...
For Syuzanna Alexander and Iolana Klotsman, family is everything and Jewish tradition important. The two sisters and their...
Every so often a perfectly timed event opens new possibilities. That’s how I felt about recent statements made by...
Gilchrist was awarded the 2019 Health Care Hero Award for “Advancements and Innovation in Health Care” by The Daily...
Grieving Together April is Counseling Awareness Month —a time to celebrate my Gilchrist Grief Counseling colleagues and...
As a second-year Master of Social Work (MSW) student at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, I knew Gilchrist’s...
If you have a serious illness, making decisions about your medical care can be quite tricky. Treatments that may be safe and...
Gilchrist joins nonprofit organizations across the country to celebrate their volunteers during National Volunteer Week —...
Each year, Gilchrist holds a memorable Spring Jazz Brunch to benefit Gilchrist Center Baltimore. As the city’s only...
Caregivers often tell us they feel overwhelmed with trying to locate community resources for seniors to help their seriously...
A smile can tell worlds about a person’s state of mind. Smiles communicate joy, hope and general well-being. In one sense,...
Join Gilchrist on March 30, 2019, for our second annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration. Gilchrist is...
March is National Social Work Month There are many people to be honored during Social Work Month. Say social worker and many...
Honoring Compassionate Caregivers at Gilchrist Gilchrist is well known for compassionate caregivers. Each year, exceptional...
Most people are familiar with the concept of birthing doulas—someone who provides guidance and support to pregnant...
Gilchrist Ambassadors are able to speak about end-of-life, elder care and other issues that are important to people with...
“So, you must LOVE kids, right?” This is a common question I hear when describing my work as a Gilchrist Kids pediatric...
The winter season often brings snow, warm cups of tea and fires in the fireplace. For those who have experienced a loss,...
What is Integrative Medicine? Integrative Medicine is a specialty that focuses on the care of the whole person, not just the...
The first time Joan Garlow walked through the doors of Gilchrist Center in search of information on pediatric hospice care,...
My 91-year-old mother, Evelyn, moved in with my husband and me after Dad died in 2010. Five years ago, she was diagnosed...
Lately it seems that we, as a society, are struggling to grieve. Although we have been dealing with aging, illness and loss...
Through Gilchrist’s Elder Medical Care program, social workers and resource coordinators provide ongoing emotional support...
Thanks to you, each day, more than 900 adults and children in our community receive compassionate hospice care and support...
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...
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, and we at Gilchrist—along with hospice and palliative care...
Gilchrist is a nationally recognized, nonprofit leader in serious illness and end-of-life care. We provide counseling,...
Healthcare quality professionals at Gilchrist proudly join the National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ) and those...
Dedera Baker writes about her experience with dementia patients as a Gilchrist chaplain in honor of Pastoral Care Week,...
A Patient in Need It was a hot summer day when Gilchrist nurse practitioner Jessica Trizna arrived at the home of her...
The last time I blogged about music therapy was shortly after the program at Gilchrist began in the fall of 2012. Rereading...
As the general manager of Turf Valley Resort, a family-owned business in Howard County, it has always been important to...
A diagnosis of pediatric cancer is a devastating blow to children and their families. Fortunately, pediatric cancer...
Wouldn’t you assume that your next of kin—your spouse, your adult children or your closest relative—could make health...
The Gilchrist Elder Medical Care at Home program was created to meet the needs of seriously ill seniors who are no longer...
Join Run GBMC to support Gilchrist Center Baltimore. For over 30 years, Gilchrist Center Baltimore has provided...
Families facing a terminal prognosis for their child are faced with an impossible choice: to continue treatments—grasping...
Gilchrist volunteers come from all walks of life, have different spiritual beliefs and experiences, and range in age from 18...
Leah Szmidt was a Holocaust survivor who lost an eye in the bombings at the end of World War II. She loved to cook, loved to...
Family members and patients can call Gilchrist’s Nurse Helpline any time, day or night, 365 days a year. A triage nurse is...
Is Palliative Care right for you? What are your goals and priorities? Do you have fears or worries for the future? What is...
Gilchrist now offers day-long grief retreats for individuals seeking to recharge themselves and learn new ways to relate to...
When you hear the name Gilchrist, you might immediately think of hospice. But one of the most helpful services Gilchrist...
Grief counseling is not a job that most people would seek. It’s challenging and is one that can either lead to very...
Creating a safe environment for patients on hospice and their families is a priority at Gilchrist. Because patients of...
Living with a serious illness can be an isolating experience. For some of the people we serve, their only regular visitors...
Namaste (Nah-mas-tay) My soul honors your soul.I honor the place in you wherethe entire universe resides.I honor the light,...
Each year, National Nurses Week, May 6-12, honors all those exceptional nurses who serve as living legacies of Florence...
A Great Place To Work Gilchrist was certified as a great workplace by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work®....
Before I became a grief counseling intern at Gilchrist, I felt well prepared to address the diverse range of concerns that...
Gilchrist nurses Karen Bartosz and Renee Ennis were named Top Nurses in Baltimore magazine’s 2018 “Excellence...
Every day, I work with volunteers who selflessly give of themselves to support families when they are at their most...
You may have read in the news that former First Lady Barbara Bush decided to forego medical treatment in favor of comfort...
Just when you thought you’d met your most important deadline for April 16, I’m here to tell you about another one: ...
April begs us to notice the arrival of spring—the usual rains that fall, and the flowers that shoot up through the...
Enjoy a delicious brunch and relaxing jazz music against the backdrop of breathtaking views—all while supporting Gilchrist...
As people age, finding coordinated medical care can be difficult. It’s not uncommon for an elderly adult to be prescribed...
Over my years as a clinical grief counselor I have facilitated many offerings from our Grief Counseling program. While I...
Gilchrist recognizes that veterans have unique needs at the end of life. Our We Honor Veterans initiatives are designed to...
Each March during National Social Work Month, I get to consider: What does it mean to be a social worker at Gilchrist...
It seems our nation is faced with more acts of violence and death than ever before. With every tragedy, we find ourselves...
In my 15 years as a bereavement counselor—and through my personal experience—I have found that in our society, people...
The 2017 Compassionate Caregiver program has experienced a record-setting number of nominations, including 20 of...
More Than Hospice If you’re like most people, when you think of Gilchrist, you probably think of hospice care. But...
Congratulations to Dr. Carrie Hempel, Medical Director of Gilchrist Center Towson, who was named a 2017 Top Doctor...
Anniversaries, birthdays and holidays can be a real challenge for grievers, especially when the days remind us of who...
Successes in Tanzania Gilchrist’s partnership with Nkoaranga Hospital’s Palliative Care and Hospice Program in Tanzania...
Experience the rewards of meaningful work, a supportive team, and opportunities for growth. Discover why Gilchrist is the ideal place to advance your career and make a difference in the lives of others.
See CareersGilchrist provides quality compassionate care, counseling and support to people at every stage of serious illness. A nationally recognized, nonprofit leader in serious illness and end-of-life care, Gilchrist is deeply committed to providing life-affirming programs to ensure that our patients have the best possible quality of life and the opportunity to live every moment to its fullest.
We pride ourselves in being committed to honoring every person’s culture, values, and wishes by respecting who they are and what matters most to them — ensuring our partners and communities feel valued and appreciated as we interact with them. We do not exclude or discriminate against any person based on race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, diagnosis or medical condition, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, source of payment or inability to understand the English language.
