Helping Others

Although we have not used their real names to protect patient confidentiality, these stories are real and illustrate how your donations have made a difference.

In Need of Food

Marie is a hospice patient living alone. With only income from Social Security, she often had to choose between paying her rent and buying food. She was also housebound and with no family or friends to help she was unable get food. Although she never asked for help, her Angelic Hospice Social Worker recognized the need and secured a grant from the Angelic Health Foundation to purchase groceries. Crying with joy, Marie was so grateful to no longer need to worry about having enough to eat.

Mother and Son Reunion

Joan, a hospice patient, and her son John lived in separate nursing facilities, as both were physically unable to care for themselves. Although they talked on the phone, they had not seen each other in five years. With her health continuing to fail, Joan wanted to see her son again. Because they both had conditions that required special transportation for wheelchairs, the visit was arranged for John to travel to see his mother in the facility where she was living. Joan passed soon after, but the two were both grateful to spend time together.

Quality of Life Impacted by Utility Costs

Peter is a hospice patient with COPD and other breathing issues that requires a concentrator and nebulizer to help him breathe. Although Medicare covers the cost for equipment and medications, the electric bill cost is not covered, and increased tremendously due to round the clock needs for breathing assistance. The family routinely sent Peter to the hospital when the bills got too high to pay.

The Angelic Health Foundation paid the bill, allowing Peter to stay in his own home where he wanted to be rather than be sent to the hospital.

Final Wishes

When Lorraine, a hospice patient was unable to get out to see her favorite local band play, Angelic Health staff arranged for the musicians to give her a personal concert in her own backyard.

Joe grew up around horses and truly missed having one of his own. Hearing Joe tell stories of his childhood and his horses, Angelic Hospice Volunteer worked with staff to arrange for small horses to come to Joe at his home. He couldn't stop talking about his wonderful experience.

Spread Kindness

Stories like these are common. You can honor your loved ones with donations in their name. Have a birthday, anniversary or another milestone coming up, why not ask friends to donate in lieu of gifts? Consider a donation in any amount and for any reason. This act of kindness is far-reaching and touches the lives of many.