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Gratitude Endures Years After Wife’s Hospice Care

Mark Palmer never forgot the lessons he learned from his wife’s end-of-life journey on hospice and the support he received while helping his children deal with their grief.

After Hospice Journey, a Time for Reflection and New Beginnings

Twenty years after his wife Cheryl was on hospice, John Sacramone and his family honor her memory while also celebrating new beginnings.

Spirit of Generosity Lives On

Joyce Pastor was known for her charitable giving over the years. After being cared for by Care Dimensions, her family wanted to continue that spirit of giving in her honor.

Care Dimensions Supports Patients and Family Caregivers Through Grant-Funded Program

John Shapiro was motivated to help others who need additional caregiving support at home, but do not have the resources available to secure extra help. He approached Care Dimensions with the offer to fund the provision of private home health aides to supplement care and support that some families desperately need.

Tree of Lights Tradition Continues, as Family Illuminates a New Light

Margaret Taddeo died last February, and this will be her family's first holiday season without her. There was never a doubt that they would carry on a Tree of Lights tradition in her memory.

Tree of Lights Gives Volunteer Chance to Honor Patients

Maryjane Long, a long-time supporter of the Tree of Lights, has lit many lights in the names of her family members and friends. “I was forever changed by my first Tree of Lights experience in Gloucester. I realized it is a wondrous way to remember all the people I met as a Care Dimensions volunteer."

Family Honors Mother's Devotion with Tribute in Garden of Remembrance

In memory of their beloved mother, Danielle and her siblings placed a tribute brick along the walking path in the Garden of Remembrance at the Care Dimensions Hospice House and attended Tree of Lights. "We're especially grateful to support the expert and compassionate care other familes need at the end of life," she says.

Mother’s Care Inspires Memorial Donations to Care Dimensions

Friends and family of Betty Golden made numerous memorial donations in her honor. “We wanted to pay it forward to other families who need Care Dimensions compassionate care,” said Mimi Krier, Betty’s daughter.

A Tradition of Illuminating Memories and Compassionate Care

Donor Elvira Borsari participates in Tree of Lights ceremonies in memory of her husband and her mom and in gratitude for the support from the Care Dimensions hospice teams, "which made a world of difference to me and my family. I'm proud to support the Care Dimensions mission."

Tree of Lights Brings Closer Connection to Lost Loved One

To honor her best friend, Joe McKeown, Karen Hanks of Charlestown became a Care Dimensions Tree of Lights supporter in 2019, and continues to donate in his memory.

Hospice Experiences Motivate Caregiver to Give Back

Care Dimensions’ supportive care for his mother, partner Jan, and brother Paul left Mark O'Donnell with a desire to give back to Care Dimensions. This year, he joined the David Sherman Legacy Society, whose members have made a provision for Care Dimensions in their estate plans.

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