1352 Eisenhower Drive
Savannah, GA 31406
Our Full Circle Grief and Loss bereavement counselors, volunteers and community partners were recognized by Mutual of America for their “We the Living” program during a special hometown luncheon and award presentation at the Perry Lane Ballroom in Savannah on April 5. The program was named a Merit Finalist Award recipient in the Mutual…
If you care for a loved one with dementia, a serious illness or a disability, we know how overwhelming that can be! Our Edel Caregiver Institute is here to help with free Deep Relaxation Classes. Please pre-register at 912.629.1331. Watch below and join us on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Restorative Yoga and Deep…
Our 11th Annual Lecture Series, presented by St. Joseph’s/Candler Foundations featured Monsignor Renzo Pegoraro, physician, author, bioethicist and Chancellor of the Pontifical Academy for Life at The Vatican. He was joined by ethicist Dr. Kathleen Deloach Benton, our newly appointed President and CEO. Guests at the three events listened intently as they addressed “The Art…
Come enjoy locally harvested oysters, chili, beer, beverages, desserts, silent auction, and live music by the Midtown Pickers on Sunday, February 17 from 2 to 6:00 p.m. at the beautiful Isle of Hope Marina, 50 W. Bluff Drive. All proceeds support our life enriching programs and services. Beloved Isle of Hope resident Sammy Moore died…
Hospice Savannah, Inc.’s Board of Directors welcomes Kathleen D. Benton, Dr.PH, MA as the legacy hospice’s next President and CEO. Dr. Benton is currently Director of Clinical Ethics and Palliative Care at St. Joseph’s/Candler and will assume her position on January 22, 2019. Her appointment is the result of a national search conducted by a…
As part of our “We Honor Veterans” program, we recently thanked patient Walt Weed for his service to our country. Mr. Weed, who had a long career in Navy intelligence speaking five languages fluently and working as a peace consultant during the Vietnam War, is photographed with his beloved Georgia Coastal Aquatic Team. Read more about Coach…
There are so many myths about hospice care! A short Google search brings up many, such as “Hospice means you have given up and lost control;” or “Hospice care will hasten your death” One of my favorite articles refuting these and other myths was published a few years ago in Forbes and can be read here. …
A Life, A Loss, A Story is an interactive workshop series for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one and is led by Full Circle Grief and Loss volunteer Debbie Rotkow. Participants will have an opportunity to write and talk about their loss, their journeys and their future. Since each participant in…
Hospice Savannah is fortunate to have three incredible full time doctors at the helm! They work closely with your, or your loved one’s, personal physician to ensure all medical needs are expertly and promptly addressed. From left to right they are Dr. Cynthia Carter, Dr. Julia Johnson and Dr. Laura Farless. Julia Johnson, MD, MPH,…
A guest blog by Danielle Kunkle Danielle Kunkle is a co-founder of Boomer Benefits, a licensed Medicare insurance agency that helps baby boomers navigate their entry in Medicare in 47 states. More information can be found on our Frequently Asked Questions pages on our site, or simply call us at 912.355.2289. “America’s national health insurance…