Onslow Memorial Hospital Foundation is thrilled to announce a transformative $400,000 donation from Onslow Caregivers Inc., supporting our mission to provide compassionate hospice care in Jacksonville and surrounding communities. This generous contribution, highlighted by WITN News, reflects the deep commitment Onslow Caregivers Inc. has for those facing end-of-life care needs.
The impact of this donation goes beyond funding; it expands opportunities for us to enhance our hospice services, creating a comforting environment for patients and their families. Thomas Giffin, Executive Director of the Onslow Memorial Hospital Foundation, shared his excitement about the donation’s potential. “It’s more than just a great $400,000 gift,” Giffin said. “It opens up a number of doors in a number of different directions.”
The story of Penney Burlingame Deal, President and CEO of Onslow Memorial Hospital, resonates deeply with many in our community. After losing her husband to colon cancer in 2009, she experienced firsthand the invaluable role hospice care plays during the most challenging times. Burlingame Deal’s journey reminds families that, while navigating terminal illness can feel isolating, they are never alone; support, resources, and compassionate care are always available.
We at Onslow Memorial Hospital Foundation echo her advice to seek hospice care early, allowing patients and families to benefit fully from the comfort and resources provided. With Onslow Caregivers Inc.’s generous support, we are inspired to move closer to our vision of establishing a dedicated hospice home—an oasis of support and peace for patients and their loved ones.
For more information about our hospice services or how you can support Onslow Memorial Hospital Foundation’s initiatives, please reach out. We remain dedicated to uplifting and caring for our community in its times of greatest need. Thank you to Onslow Caregivers Inc. and to everyone who stands with us in this mission.
Watch the video at WITN here: https://www.witn.com/2024/11/12/onslow-caregivers-inc-donates-400000-onslow-memorial-hospital-jacksonville-hospice-care/