Blog: Stories and Insights

Amanda McNally, a Seneca High School senior, recently accomplished something extraordinary — the Girl Scout Gold Award. The Girl Scout Gold Award is the most prestigious award that Girl Scout Seniors can earn. The recipient picks an issue, investigates it, gets … Continued

Pet therapy in a hospice setting provides comfort, support, and companionship through the use of an animal. Samaritan offers pet therapy through already-certified dogs because seeing and touching a furry friend brings peace and joy to families and is a … Continued

Dorothy Mullen was the picture of healthy living. The 64-year-old Princeton resident and mother of three had established herself as the area’s go-to organic gardener. She helped grow local garden-based education, supported community gardening, and founded “The Suppers Programs,” a … Continued

When you become a caregiver, there can be a lot to learn. As a regional leader for palliative medicine and hospice care, Samaritan aims to be a resource for you and your family. In 2019, thousands of caregivers looked to … Continued

If you or a loved one have heart failure, it’s important to plan for the future. By knowing what to expect, you’ll be able to make the best decisions about your care and ensure that your needs and wishes are … Continued

As Americans prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, we focus on appreciating the things that truly matter – family and friends, meaningful moments, comfort, and kindness. It’s only fitting that National Hospice and Palliative Care Month is also observed in November. This … Continued

On a beautiful day in May 2019, three Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice team members sat on Bill Yaeger’s living room couch intently listening as he talked. A U.S. Navy Veteran and current Samaritan patient, Bill sat in an arm chair … Continued

“It wasn’t either/or – palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment,” Dorothy says. “The whole thing was going to be goal-oriented, with a focus on my own comfort and self-determination.”

by  T. Christian Rollins, MBA, CFRE Samaritan’s Chief Development Officer    Whether with a local community foundation, or through a large investment firm, Donor Advised Funds (DAF) have increased in popularity over the past few years. While a majority of … Continued

How long does hospice last in New Jersey? Learn about how long a patient can stay in hospice and what you can expect from our South Jersey hospice facilities.