Hospice of the Sacred Heart spread the spirit of gratitude and compassion this holiday season through its annual Thanksgiving Program, which took place on Thanksgiving morning for the 20th year.
Each year, staff and volunteers come together to prepare, package, and deliver traditional Thanksgiving meals to Hospice of the Sacred Heart patients who are receiving care at home, along with their families. More than 700 meals were delivered this year. The initiative is designed to help patients and loved ones share in the warmth and comfort of a holiday meal, even when they cannot gather around a traditional family table.
“Our mission has always been rooted in compassion,” said Diane Baldi, CEO, Hospice of the Sacred Heart. “This program allows us to bring comfort, care, and a sense of togetherness to our patients and their families on one of the most meaningful days of the year.”
Volunteers and staff began early Thanksgiving morning at Mansour’s Market Café in Scranton, packing full meals complete with turkey, stuffing, potatoes, vegetables, and pumpkin pie for dessert. The meals were then carefully hand-delivered by volunteers to patients throughout the region.
“This effort truly embodies what Thanksgiving is all about — gratitude, service, and community,” added Ann Seechock, Volunteer Coordinator. “We’re proud to share this day with those we serve.”
Hospice of the Sacred Heart extends its thanks to the many employees, volunteers and community partners who make this event possible each year.
For more information about Hospice of the Sacred Heart or to learn how you can support future programs, please visit HospiceSacredHeart.org or call 570-706-2400.
Hospice of the Sacred Heart is a not-for-profit, free standing hospice program that has served Northeastern Pennsylvania since 2003. Its main office is in Moosic, with an Inpatient Unit in Dunmore. So far, the Hospice has cared for more than 22,000 people.