To the Editor: Cumberland Times-News
November is National Hospice Month. Hospice of Garrett County would like to take this opportunity to better acquaint you with our Hospice program.
Research has shown that if given a choice most terminally ill patients would choose to spend their final days surrounded by loved ones in an atmosphere filled with love, comfort and care.
Unfortunately, many people in Garrett County are not aware that such an option is available to them. That option is hospice.
Most people do not fully understand the nature of hospice care. Hospice is a comprehensive, Medical directed, team-oriented program of care that seeks to treat and comfort patients and their families at home, in a nursing home, or an assisted living facility.
It is a philosophy of care that accepts death as a natural part of life, and seeks to neither hasten nor prolong the dying process.
If you think you or a family member would benefit from hospice you are probably right! Ask your doctor or nurse to help.
Even when it is not possible to add many days to life, the opportunity exists to add life to one’s days.
Hospice of Garrett County is dedicated to ensuring that your loved ones die with dignity and without pain.
When we enter this world, we are surrounded by love, comfort and care. Don’t we deserve the same when we leave?
We provide the care necessary for physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Call hospice at 301-334-5151 or 800-521-5252, because all stages of life are important – some just require extra attention.
Brenda J. Butscher
Executive director
Hospice of Garrett County Inc
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