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 "No one ever needs to walk alone..."
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ABOUT US
HOSPICE SUPPORT of FAUQUIER COUNTY was founded in 1981 as a nonprofit, volunteer organization providing non-medical, supportive care to terminally ill patients and their families.
HOSPICE is a concept of compassionate care which places priority on the patient’s dignity, comfort and quality of life. Hospice Support volunteers receive 30 hours of intensive training in order to meet the emotional, spiritual and practical needs of the patient.
If a patient requires skilled medical care, an appropriate referral is made. Hospice Support works collaboratively, as requested, with attending physicians, medical hospices, clergy and other support agencies in order to provide a continuum of patient care.
The Hospice Support team’s holistic approach seeks to empower families in the care of their loved ones at home. However, Hospice Support also serves patients in assisted living facilities, nursing homes and hospitals.
STAFF
Joy LeBaron - Executive Director
Gil Brooker - Community Outreach Director
Mittie Wallace - Patient Care Coordinator
BOARD of DIRECTORS
Betsy Brooker - President
Judy Clair - Vice-President
Vi Kolonay - Treasurer
Beverly Hunsaker - Secretary
Rev. J. Richard Winter - Chaplain
Members
Bob Banker
Ginger Carpino
Paul McCulla
Ralph Robinson, M.D.
Joseph David, M.D. (Ex-Officio)
SUPPORT & SERVICES
Tax deductible donations enable Hospice Support to offer the
following services at no cost to the patient or their family:
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Friendly companionship and emotional support to the patient.
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Assistance with daily living tasks such as bathing, meal preparation and other household chores.
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A loan closet of equipment such as wheel chairs, hospital beds, walkers and bedside commodes.
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Individual and group bereavement counseling by licensed professionals.
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Transportation to appointments or social outings.
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Respite and emotional support to the patient’s family.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Hospice Support’s free loan closet of medical equipment is available to the community even if a terminally ill patient is not involved.
Trained speakers are available to educate the community regarding hospice care, end of life issues and bereavement.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
If you are interested in volunteering, Hospice Support offers many rewarding opportunities. Some volunteers work directly with patients and their families. Other volunteers assist with the loan closet or help the administrative staff with office duties such as mailings.
All of our Hospice Support volunteer teams begin with a group training program which includes explanation of hospice values, information on death and dying, family dynamics, listening and communication skills, patient care and bereavement support.
All of Hospice Support services are offered to the community at no cost. We are funded solely by donations and grants. We receive no medical or other reimbursements.
If you would like to make a tax deductible gift, you may send a check payable to: Hospice Support of Fauquier County, or come by our office in person. We would be happy to meet with you to discuss our services.
ELIGIBILITY FOR HOSPICE SERVICES
To receive services from Hospice Support, the patient must be a resident of Fauquier County who is facing a limited life expectancy as measured in months rather than years.
Anyone may make a referral to Hospice Support – a medical or other professional, family members, a friend or the patient. There is no need for health insurance or any other payment.
CONTACT US
42 North Fifth Street
Warrenton, VA 20186
1-540-347-5922
1-540-349-4339 (fax)
Our Wish List
If you have any of the following items and would like to donate them to Hospice Support, please call our office at 540-347-5922.
Wheelchairs
Walkers with wheels
Electric hospital beds
Copy paper or other office supplies
Shower benches
Food supplements (Ensure, Boost)
Lift chairs
Hoyer Lifts
Blue pads
Adult diapers