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Samantha Burley has made a big impact on the lives of our Gilchrist Kids families in a very short time. She started working for Gilchrist as a part-time pediatric hospice nurse in April at Gilchrist Center Baltimore. It was there that she met Max and his family. On her way to earning her doctorate … Read More
Hospice care can be provided in different settings depending on a patient’s or family’s needs and preferences. One option is to receive care at an inpatient hospice center. Gilchrist has three inpatient hospice centers: Gilchrist Center Towson, Gilchrist Center Baltimore and Gilchrist Center Howard County. When is Inpatient Hospice Care Used? The majority of patients … Read More
Hospice provides care that allows people to live their final days to the fullest, in peace and without pain, in the place that provides the most solace. For many people, that means receiving hospice care at home – where they feel most comfortable and safe. Why Choose to Receive Hospice Care at Home? Hospice care … Read More
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 is to enhance the quality of life for people with a life-limiting illness. At Gilchrist, we provide care that allows people to live their final days to the fullest, in … Read More
“What can I do for you today?” Gilchrist hospice aides approach every Gilchrist patient, every time, with those words. We are committed to providing each patient with the care that we would want for our own loved ones. Like every Gilchrist team member, the goal of a hospice aide is to provide people the support … Read More