Blog: Stories and Insights

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.

Vietnam veteran Thomas Zippilli endured strokes that left him wheelchair-bound and weak. He moved in with his daughter Tara Bedford and her family, but in January 2019, a severe stroke left him unable to move his limbs or swallow. He … Continued

What is it that really matters at the end of life? Learn about what hospice patients and those who are close to death think is important at the end of life.

Read about Vigil Volunteer Barbara Glass and how moving it is to sit with patients and provide a comforting presence during their final hours.