Hospice of Washington County makes a powerful impact on end-of-life services in our community, in ways which you may not be aware. The Hospice Mission involves not only care and service, but outreach, grief support and much more. Join us in a FREE event, November 12th at the Maryland Theatre from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. Enjoy live music, light fare and powerful testimonials by those touched by hospice services. To RSVP, contact HWC at 301-791-6360.
These are on-going, open support groups, available to any adult who has experienced the death of a loved one. The group meets the first and third Monday of each month from 10:30am.-12:00 noon and second and fourth Thursday of each month from 5:30-7:00p.m.
This group is a six-week closed support group for adults who have lost a loved one to sustance abuse. It begins Wednesday night Sept. 18th from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and ends on October 23rd and will be held at our main office at 747 Northern Ave. This group focuses on the many issues that arise whena loved one dies from an overdose. We will discuss the emotional, physical, and spiritual responses to this specific type of grief, as well as explore ways to manage the intensity of the pain...
Hospice of Washington County (HWC) is continuing to serve the community with Bereavement Services. HWC will host the Hearts of Hope Group via Zoom (an online video chat platform). Hearts of Hope is an on-going, open support group available to any adult who has experienced a death of a loved one.
This group is a six-week closed support group for adults who have lost a loved one to sustance abuse. It begins Wednesday night Sept. 18th from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and ends on October 23rd and will be held at our main office at 747 Northern Ave. This group focuses on the many issues that arise whena loved one dies from an overdose. We will discuss the emotional, physical, and spiritual responses to this specific type of grief, as well as explore ways to manage the intensity of the pain...
Make a difference by offering invaluable companionship and support! Join our upcoming Volunteer Training Class! October 9 and 16, 8:30am-4:00pm Hospice of Washington County is seeking reliable, compassionate volunteers to make visits to our terminally ill patients and families in their homes or nursing facilities. Hospice of Washington County, Inc. volunteers are key members of the interdisciplinary team. Volunteers are needed for:
Loving in Loss Story Time at Smithsburg Library at 7 PM. Families who have coped with a pregnancy or infant loss are invited to attend. Call the Bereavement Dept. at (301) 791 - 6360 if you have any questions.
DoveTales designed for children (ages 6-13) who are coping with the death of a loved one. DoveTales is an educational, nurturing, and safe place for children to share their stories and to meet others who “get it.” Campers will have the opportunity to learn effective and practical skills for coping with their grief. There is no cost to attend this annual event. Campers attend one day camp, then are invited to participate in future camp reunion events.
This group is a six-week closed support group for adults who have lost a loved one to sustance abuse. It begins Wednesday night Sept. 18th from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and ends on October 23rd and will be held at our main office at 747 Northern Ave. This group focuses on the many issues that arise whena loved one dies from an overdose. We will discuss the emotional, physical, and spiritual responses to this specific type of grief, as well as explore ways to manage the intensity of the pain...
Make a difference by offering invaluable companionship and support! Join our upcoming Volunteer Training Class! October 9 and 16, 8:30am-4:00pm Hospice of Washington County is seeking reliable, compassionate volunteers to make visits to our terminally ill patients and families in their homes or nursing facilities. Hospice of Washington County, Inc. volunteers are key members of the interdisciplinary team. Volunteers are needed for:
