NORWICH – Hospice is forming a new support group called “Healing Hearts” for those coping with the loss of a spouse or significant other in the past two years. “Healing Hearts” will address the unique difficulties of facing life without your partner. This group is free and open to all residents of Chenango County. A widow who has been specially trained in meeting the needs of the bereaved will facilitate the sessions. Hospice invites community members to attend for conversation, company, and coffee.
Meetings will be at the Hospice office, 21 Hayes St. in Norwich, the first Tuesday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. beginning on July 5. For more information about “Healing Hearts” call Bereavement Coordinator, Maureen Casey-Bryant, at 334-3556 or email her at mcasey@hospicechenango.org.
Hospice of Chenango County is a non-profit health care agency that provides physical, emotional, and spiritual care to people in the final stage of a life limiting illness. Most patients receive care in their home or that of a loved one. However, services are also available in a hospital or residential health care setting. Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance companies cover a portion of the cost of care. Hospice absorbs the remaining costs so a patient’s family never receives a bill for services. Medications related to the terminal diagnosis are covered and durable medical equipment is provided when needed. Referrals come from health care providers and, increasingly, from families in need of help. If you would like further information contact Hospice or go to their website at www.hospicechenango.org.