Each one of our patients at Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care has a unique story to tell and we are always so excited when they decide to share it with us. Susuma Yasuda was a special man, devoted to his wife, his family and his…
A conversation overheard at a Maryland assisted living home: “Jennifer! Hey, Jen! Have a good lunch!” “Yeah, Jennifer, you too! See ya this afternoon!” No, it’s not a coincidence that you’re overhearing in that conversation. It’s actually a joke and one that one the staff…
Sometimes in the busyness of life, we all need a reminder of what’s important and what should be celebrated. Recently, we had a patient in Houston who touched our hearts and did just that. Sandra was calm and kind, and well-loved by our staff. She’d…
If you asked Seasons Hospice patient John Wood what some of his favorite memories include, he’ll tell you without hesitation, “Fishing.” An avid fisher and hunter, John remembers many days spent out in the Alabama wilderness like they were yesterday: the crickets chirping in the…
We recently cared for a patient who had a very special impact on one of our staff members. While our social worker Laura’s acts of service for this patient went above and beyond, this type of care is what our patients have grown used to…
About six months ago, we at Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care of Maryland welcomed a very special patient into our family. We were totally unaware that the legacy we helped him leave for his family would touch the lives of people he never even met….
Laure Gutman was a hospice volunteer and an inspiring figure to those around her. Seasons was proud to name the kosher kitchen in our Sinai Hospital of Baltimore inpatient hospice unit in her honor.
America’s National Parks system is one of the true jewels of the United States. Often referred to as ‘America’s best idea’, the system established by President Woodrow Wilson has captivated and enthralled visitors for over 100 years. This sentiment is especially espoused by Dee, a…
When a loved one has passed, having a material reminder of their unique spirit can bring peace and comfort to the family. One of the ways that we strive to lift up our families in this way is by offering to create Memory Bears out…
As Jamie watched Laurie enter the room in her white lace and satin dress, holding a bouquet of red and white roses, tears of astonishment and love came to his eyes. This cold January day was the culmination of everything he had been waiting for…
This week we pause to join in National celebrations for honoring all of the amazing work our volunteers do. Volunteers are the heart and soul of hospice- our movement was originally started in the United States by those willing to give freely of their time…
As Earline sat on the brown leather couch that was still smooth from years of use by a loving family in her home, she felt an excitement tingling from her from her toes all the way to her fingertips as she began to delicately strum…
