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.
Celebrating 45 Years of Hospice of Washington County: A Legacy of Compassionate Care
Hospice of Washington County has been a pillar of comfort, dignity, and compassionate end-of-life care for patients and their families throughout Washington County, Maryland, for...
Gilchrist Presents: The 40th (Ruby) Anniversary Taste of Howard County
On Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., Gilchrist will host the 40th (Ruby) Anniversary of the Taste of Howard County at Turf Valley Resort...
Pedaling for a Purpose: Missy Leppo’s Ride Across Iowa
When Gilchrist supporter, Missy Leppo, set out to bike across the state of Iowa this summer, she wasn’t just riding for herself—she was riding for...
Unsung Heroes of Hospice: The People Behind the Scenes at Gilchrist
When most people think of hospice care, they picture nurses, aides, and counselors at the bedside, offering compassion and comfort to patients and their families....
Honoring Army Veteran James Roberson: A Life of Quiet Strength
At 101 years old, James Roberson still carries the steady, humble strength that once guided his hands to build roads and bridges in the South...
Honoring Spiritual Diversity in End-of-Life Care
How Gilchrist Supports Meaningful Traditions Across All Beliefs At Gilchrist, spiritual care is a vital part of the hospice journey, offering comfort and meaning when...
A Seabee’s Century: Saluting the Service of George Brown
As a U.S. Navy Seabee, George Brown didn’t just serve—he built. From jungles in New Guinea to classrooms in Baltimore, George’s legacy is one of...
Anticipatory Grief: Coping with Loss Before It Happens
Guidance for Families Grieving Before the Goodbye At Gilchrist, we often say that grief begins long before the last breath. For many families, the process...
Healing Energy in Hospice: How Reiki Volunteers Are Bringing Comfort to Gilchrist Patients
When patients at Gilchrist Center Howard County, in their homes, or in senior living communities receive a visit from Cliff Garratt, they’re often met with...