The Gilchrist Blog
The goal of our blog is to provide you with comprehensive and inspiring information about issues that are important to our continuum of care. We also share the latest news about Gilchrist, highlight our work in the community, promote upcoming events, provide program-specific information and offer ways you can help – either by volunteering or fundraising.
August Is Make-A-Will Month
Each August, individuals and families across the country are encouraged to take an important step for their future and their loved ones by creating or...
Finding Meaning After Loss: Grief Workshops at Gilchrist
At Gilchrist, grief support doesn’t end when a loved one passes—it evolves into a journey of healing. Through individual counseling, support groups, and creative workshops,...
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....
The Rewards of Working at Gilchrist: Stories from Gilchrist Staff
At Gilchrist, a career is more than a job—it’s a calling to walk alongside patients and families during some of life’s most important moments. While...
Gilchrist Honored with Prestigious Circle of Life Award for Innovation in End-of-Life Care
Gilchrist, Maryland’s leading nonprofit provider of serious illness and end-of-life care, has been named a recipient of the 2025 Circle of Life Award, presented by...
How Hospice Teams Collaborate to Deliver Compassionate Care
When someone you love is receiving hospice care, you want to know they are in the best possible hands. At Gilchrist, patients and families are...
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...
Expand Your Impact: Join Gilchrist’s Social Work Training Institute – Seminar Series
Virtual CEU Opportunities Designed for the Social Work Community Gilchrist is proud to present the Social Work Training Institute (SWTI) – Seminar Series, a dynamic...
Give Everyone Their Roses Now: Finding Beauty at the End of Life
“You’ve gotta give everyone their roses now. Don’t wait until later.”— Gilchrist Hospice Patient, 87 years old When people hear that Chelsea Rubin is a...
Honoring a True Patriot: Andrew Lioi’s Salute to Service
A World War II hero, Community leader, and Proud Gilchrist Patient A Life of Courage and Commitment Andrew Anthony Lioi has led a remarkable life—one...