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Say the word “family,” and all sorts of images come to mind. Regardless of the makeup of your family, you may be taken by surprise by how the death of a loved one affects it. Often, families struggle with some common challenges that can stir up conflict.
The death of a loved one creates many changes for family members and friends, but especially for caregivers. For weeks, months, or even years, life has been focused on meeting the everyday needs of your loved one. Life is suddenly different as the focus is now forever changed.
We are pleased to announce their 10th Annual Aroostook House of Comfort Golf Classic will be held Saturday, June 17th, at the Presque Isle Country Club. The Golf Classic has become the cornerstone of our fundraising efforts, raising over $370,000.
We are pleased to announce that the Willey Family Foundation, in partnership with the Maine Community Foundation, has awarded a $12,500 grant for Charity Care patient assistance funding.
Tuesday, May 9th, the Aroostook Hospice Foundation, owner of the Aroostook House of Comfort, celebrated its 5th anniversary. The Aroostook Hospice Foundation was established in 2009.
"Arm in arm, Mom and I entered in, shedding our roles as caregivers and reclaiming our identities as mother and daughter. We were greeted by a volunteer and guided to a quiet waiting space. The provider sat with us after evaluating Dad, ensuring he would be cared for and kept comfortable in a way we could not guarantee him at home. Upon entering his room, he was tucked in under a beautiful quilt, the sun shining across his face." — Abbey Clair
