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We are all just walking each other home. - Ram Dass

The Aroostook Hospice Foundation, owner of the Aroostook House of Comfort, proudly celebrates its 6th anniversary on May 9th. Since opening its doors in 2018, the Aroostook House of Comfort has provided inpatient hospice care to over 900 individuals in over 67 Maine communities while supporting their families and caregiver teams.

In "April Grief Notes: Learning to Forgive," coping with death through forgiveness and practical steps like writing letters and seeking support. It emphasizes the significance of self-forgiveness and acknowledges the healing influence of time.

In a world brimming with clichés and familiar sayings, this article acknowledges their common use in describing various situations. It also highlights how, despite good intentions, these clichés can sometimes worsen discomfort, particularly in moments of grief. 

Shawn Cunningham, host of WAGM's AM Chat, sits down with Abbey Clair, Executive Director of the Aroostook Hospice Foundation, owner of the Aroostook House of Comfort, to discuss the profound impact and essential role AHOC plays in providing hospice care within our community, shedding light on the invaluable support system for individuals and families during life's most challenging moments.

The transformative insight that "grief is just love with no place to go" resonates, emphasizing the struggle to express love in the absence of tangible actions, particularly during significant firsts like holidays and anniversaries.