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Give Back on Giving Tuesday, Join our ‘Circle of Friends’

November 17, 2023

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health Encourages Community to

Give Back on Giving Tuesday.

Giving Tuesday, give to Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, Plymouth, NH

As the holiday season approaches, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health invites the community to embrace the spirit of giving by becoming sustaining donors on Giving Tuesday, celebrated nationally on November 28th. This year, Pemi-Baker encourages individuals to join their ‘Circle of Friends,’ a monthly giving club that supports under-insured neighbors and ensures the continuation of vital community services.Circle of Friends, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, Plymouth, NH

The ‘Circle of Friends’ initiative empowers individuals to make a lasting impact with a commitment of just $15 a month. By joining this monthly giving club, community members contribute to the sustainability of Pemi-Baker’s free community services, including Bereavement & Caregiver support groups, Ask a Pemi-Baker Nurse Senior Center days, and free Hospice volunteer training programs.

“Pemi-Baker is deeply rooted in its mission to provide compassionate care and support to individuals and families during some of life’s most challenging moments,” said Dr. Diane Arsenault, MD, Interim Executive Director at Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health. “This Giving Tuesday, we invite our community to join hands with us and become a part of our ‘Circle of Friends,’ making a meaningful difference in the lives of our neighbors.”

The $15 monthly donation goes a long way in sustaining the high-quality care and services that Pemi-Baker provides to the community. It ensures that those facing difficult times have access to the support and resources they need.

To join the ‘Circle of Friends,’ interested donors can conveniently sign up online HERE. The simple, secure process allows individuals to become sustaining donors with just a few clicks, enabling Pemi-Baker to continue its commitment to enhancing the well-being of the community.

As the season of giving unfolds, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health encourages everyone to consider the impact they can make by becoming sustaining donors and fostering a sense of community support. Together, we can make a difference and bring comfort to those who need it most.

For more information about Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health and their ‘Circle of Friends’ program, please contact Anna Swanson at info@pbhha.org

Filed Under: Community Donations Tagged With: Circle of Friends, Giving Tuesday, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, sustaining donor

Holiday Blues Grief & Loss Support Group November 21st, 2023

November 1, 2023

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health Starting Free Holiday Blues Grief & Loss Support Group November 21, 2023

Here in the United States, it seems like “the holidays” are now starting at Halloween. But as Thanksgiving approaches, the black cats, witches, ghosts, gravestones, and skeletons have to exit to make room for the turkeys, even though the pumpkins, gourds, and autumn leaves remain. But look! Behind them are the tree decorations, wreaths, ornaments, lights, snowmen, and wrapping paper!

The colors, sparkle, and glitz of the holidays, however, can leave persons unfazed who have endured losses of any kind. Someone will be missing from the Thanksgiving table this year. ‘Remember how Dad used to lose it and swear when hanging the lights outside?’ ‘We just moved here from Oregon in August and we don’t really know anyone yet.’ ‘Who’s going to make the potato latkes for Hanukkah now that Bubbe is gone?’ ‘I got laid off three weeks ago and haven’t been able to find work.’ ‘We had to put Princess down- she was so sick.’ ‘What’s New Year’s going to be like without Uncle Jack to snowmobile with or to watch the games on TV?’ The season of celebration and merriment can be an emotionally difficult time for those unsettled and disturbed by bereavement.

As in previous years, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health will be offering its “HOLIDAY BLUES Grief and Loss Support Group” for those in need of processing various losses and in need of support in the company of others.

The group will begin on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 and will go for six sessions, concluding on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. The group meets at 10:30am in the upstairs art room (accessible by elevator) at the Plymouth Senior Center. The group process will include such handouts as “A Holiday Grievers Bill of Rights” to stimulate conversation and sharing as well as ideas for simple rituals that can be taken home. We strive toward providing an emotionally safe space where persons can find understanding and strength.

Persons who wish to participate must pre-register by contacting Guy Tillson, Hospice Chaplain and Bereavement Coordinator by email at gtillson@pbhha.org or by phone at (603) 536-2232.  Please contact him BEFORE Wednesday, November 15, 2023, so we have an idea of how many to prepare for.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is a trusted, nonprofit agency proudly serving 32 towns in central and northern NH since 1967. Expert services include at-home healthcare and physical therapies (VNA), hospice and palliative care, and community programs including: American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA, Caregiver and Bereavement Support Groups and Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse days at your local senior centers. Providing compassionate care with experienced staff who are trained, certified professionals and also your neighbors.  In your time of need, we’re right where you need us.

Pemi-Baker is located at 101 Boulder Point Drive, Suite 3, Plymouth, NH. To contact us please call: 603-536-2232 or email: info@pbhha.org  Like our Facebook Page: @pemibakerhospicehomehealth

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Bereavement support group, Grief and loss support, Holiday blues, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, Plymouth Regional Senior Center

Spiritual Care Week-Recognizing Guy Tillson and Paul Bowles

October 25, 2023

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health Celebrates Spiritual Care Week

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is proud to acknowledge the outstanding contributions of Chaplain Guy Tillson and Spiritual Care Counselor Paul Bowles during Spiritual Care Week, a time dedicated to honoring the vital role of spiritual caregivers in providing support and comfort to patients and their families.

Chaplain Guy Tillson has been a constant source of strength and compassion within the organization. His steadfast commitment to offering spiritual guidance, a compassionate ear, and a warm heart has touched the lives of countless individuals. Guy Tillson’s presence serves as a beacon of hope for those facing life’s most challenging moments. Guy has played a pivotal role in our FREE Grief Support Series and Caregiver Support meetings, serving as an indispensable pillar of support.

Paul Bowles, has just joined the Pemi-Baker team, serving as the Spiritual Care Counselor. He has already demonstrated his dedication to helping patients and their families navigate the emotional and spiritual aspects of hospice care. His extraordinary ability to provide comfort and support during difficult times will surely leave an indelible mark on all those he will serve.

During Spiritual Care Week, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health wishes to express its deep gratitude to both Guy Tillson and Paul Bowles for their unwavering efforts and genuine compassion. These two remarkable individuals have made a profound impact on the lives of our patients and their loved ones.

As the organization and community come together to celebrate Spiritual Care Week, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health invites everyone to join in recognizing the incredible work of these exemplary caregivers. Their dedication is an inspiration to us all.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is a trusted, nonprofit agency proudly serving 32 towns in central and northern NH since 1967. Expert services include at-home healthcare and physical therapies (VNA), hospice and palliative care, and community programs including: American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA, Caregiver and Bereavement Support Groups and Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse days at your local senior centers. Providing compassionate care with experienced staff who are trained, certified professionals and also your neighbors.  In your time of need, we’re right where you need us.

Pemi-Baker is located at 101 Boulder Point Drive, Suite 3, Plymouth, NH. To contact us please call: 603-536-2232 or email: info@pbhha.org  Like our Facebook Page: @pemibakerhospicehomehealth

Filed Under: Hospice & Palliative Care Tagged With: Chaplain, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, Spiritual Care Counselor, Spiritual Care Week

Pemi-Baker Announces Free Hospice Volunteer Training Program

September 13, 2023

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health (PBH&HH), a leading provider of compassionate end-of-life care in central and northern NH, is thrilled to announce the start of its highly anticipated Hospice Volunteer Training Program. This comprehensive training initiative is designed to equip individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to serve as hospice volunteers, supporting patients and their families during their end-of-life journey.Volunteer delivering groceries, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, Plymouth, NH

The five-week training program will start on October 10th, 2023, and will take place in-person, every Tuesday from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with experienced hospice professionals who will share their expertise and guide them through various aspects of hospice care. This training aims to prepare volunteers to provide emotional support, companionship, and practical assistance to patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses.

Susan Varnum, Home Care, Palliative Care and Hospice Director at PBH&HH, expressed her enthusiasm for the program, stating, “Medicare recognizes the importance of treating the whole person, not just their medical disease, as part of the Hospice experience, which is why a robust team of individuals are involved in Hospice care. Volunteers are an integral part of Hospice providing unconditional support to patients and caregivers based on the volunteer’s availability, comfort and training.”

To participate in the Hospice Volunteer training program, interested individuals are encouraged to pre-register by October 5th, 2023. To secure a spot in the training or for further information, please contact Susan Varnum, Home Care, Palliative Care & Hospice Director, at 603-536-2232 or via email at info@pbhha.org.

PBH&HH is committed to maintaining the highest standards of care, and this volunteer training program aligns with their mission to ensure that every patient and family receives the support they need during their end-of-life journey.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is a trusted, nonprofit agency proudly serving 32 towns in central and northern NH since 1967. Expert services include at-home healthcare and physical therapies (VNA), hospice and palliative care, and community programs including: American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA, Caregiver and Bereavement Support Groups and Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse days at your local senior centers. Providing compassionate care with experienced staff who are trained, certified professionals and also your neighbors.  In your time of need, we’re right where you need us.

Filed Under: Hospice Volunteers Tagged With: free volunteer program, Hospice Volunteer, Hospice Volunteer training, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health

Pemi-Baker Celebrates Fall Prevention Month in September

September 6, 2023

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is proud to announce its participation in Fall Prevention Month this September. Falls are the leading cause of injuries among older adults, and Pemi-Baker is committed to raising awareness and promoting safety measures to prevent these accidents within the home.

Each year, millions of older adults suffer from fall-related injuries, leading to hospitalizations, reduced quality of life, and increased healthcare costs. Fall Prevention Month serves as a vital opportunity to educate the community about the importance of fall prevention and offer guidance on creating safer home environments for older adults.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are responsible for numerous injuries, including fractures, head injuries, and even fatalities. The physical, emotional, and financial toll of falls is significant, and Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is dedicated to making a positive impact by sharing valuable information and resources on fall prevention.Tai Chi Class

Key Ways to Prevent Falls in the Home:

  • Home Safety Assessment: One of the first steps in fall prevention is conducting a thorough home safety assessment. Identifying and addressing potential hazards like loose rugs, cluttered walkways, and poor lighting can significantly reduce the risk of falls.
  • Medication Management: Many medications can cause dizziness or unsteadiness, increasing the likelihood of falls. Regular medication reviews with healthcare providers can help adjust doses or find safer alternatives.
  • Exercise and Balance Training: Engaging in regular exercise, especially strength and balance training, can improve stability and coordination, reducing the risk of falls. Activities like tai chi and yoga are particularly beneficial.
  • Vision Care: Regular eye check-ups are crucial as poor vision can lead to falls. Ensure that eyeglass prescriptions are up to date, and adequate lighting is available in all areas of the home.
  • Assistive Devices: The use of assistive devices like grab bars, handrails, and non-slip mats in bathrooms and other high-risk areas can significantly enhance safety.
  • Footwear: Encourage the use of proper footwear with non-slip soles and good arch support, both indoors and outdoors.
  • Stay Hydrated and Nourished: Dehydration and poor nutrition can lead to weakness and unsteadiness. Maintaining a balanced diet and staying hydrated are essential for overall health and fall prevention.
  • Home Health Services: Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health offers home health services, including skilled nursing and physical therapy, to help older adults maintain their independence and reduce fall risk.

“We are dedicated to the well-being of our community, especially its older members,” said Danielle Paquette-Horne, RN, Executive Director of Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health. “We hope to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to stay safe in their homes and enjoy a higher quality of life.”

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health encourages everyone to join in their efforts to prevent falls and promote safety within the home. For more information and to access free resources, or contact our team at 603-536-2232.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is a trusted, nonprofit agency proudly serving 32 towns in central and northern NH since 1967. Expert services include at-home healthcare and physical therapies (VNA), hospice and palliative care, and community programs including: American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA, Caregiver and Bereavement Support Groups and Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse days at your local senior centers. Providing compassionate care with experienced staff who are trained, certified professionals and also your neighbors.  In your time of need, we’re right where you need us.

Filed Under: Education, Healthy Living Tagged With: Fall Prevention, fall prevention month, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, Senior Safety in the Home

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health Promotes ‘Write Your Will Month’ Emphasizing the Importance of Advance Directive Forms

August 3, 2023

Advance Directives, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, Plymouth, NHPemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is excited to announce the observance of ‘Write Your Will Month’ throughout August, urging individuals to consider not only their financial wills but also their living wills, or Advance Directive Forms. The organization is dedicated to raising awareness about the significance of planning for one’s future healthcare decisions to ensure peace of mind and a smooth transition during challenging times.

A will is a crucial legal document that outlines how a person’s assets and possessions will be distributed after their passing. However, alongside financial planning, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health recognizes the importance of preparing an Advance Directive Form, commonly known as a living will. An Advance Directive is a legally binding document that allows individuals to express their medical preferences and appoint a healthcare proxy/agent to make decisions on their behalf if they become unable to communicate.

To support the community in taking proactive steps toward securing their future, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is organizing a free Advance Directive Workshop on August 22nd, from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. The workshop will take place at the Newfound Area Senior Services/Bristol: Bristol United Church of Christ, located at 15 Church Street, Bristol, NH.

Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the importance of Advance Directives, the elements that constitute a comprehensive living will, and how to designate a trusted healthcare proxy/agent. Pemi-Baker’s social workers will be neutral guides helping you reflect on and identify the values, beliefs and goals that shape the way you make health care decisions. Pemi-Baker’s social workers will also be able to notarize your advance directive upon completion.Susan Varnum, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, Plymouth, NH

“We believe that taking the time to create both financial and living wills is an essential aspect of responsible life planning,” said Susan Varnum, Director of Home Health, Palliative & Hospice Care at Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health. “By offering this free Advance Directive Workshop, we hope to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their medical care and ensure that their wishes are respected in any situation.”

To attend the free Advance Directive Workshop, interested individuals are encouraged to pre-register by calling 603-744-8395.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is a trusted, nonprofit agency proudly serving 32 towns in central and northern NH since 1967. Expert services include at-home healthcare and physical therapies (VNA), hospice and palliative care, and community programs including: American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA, Caregiver and Bereavement Support Groups and Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse days at your local senior centers. Providing compassionate care with experienced staff who are trained, certified professionals and also your neighbors.  In your time of need, we’re right where you need us.

Pemi-Baker is located at 101 Boulder Point Drive, Suite 3, Plymouth, NH. To contact us please call: 603-536-2232 or email: info@pbhha.org  Like our Facebook Page: @pemibakerhospicehomehealth

~written by Anna Swanson

Filed Under: Advance Care Planning, Free Community Service Tagged With: Advance Care Planning, Advance Directive Workshops, advance directives, Bristol, free community service, Newfound Area Senior Services, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health

“What Hurts? What Helps?” Next 6 week Grief and Loss Support Group Starting June 27th, 2023

June 20, 2023

Though clinical studies on the impact of bereavement and grief continue to abound, the real “experts” on grieving and mourning are the people who have suffered and are enduring a loss in their lives.  Significant losses are not only deaths, but job loss, the end of a relationship, or geographic relocation.Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health Grief and Loss support group

The next six-week Grief and Loss Support Group to be offered by Pemi-Baker Hospice and Home Health is entitled “What Hurts?  What Helps?”  Participants will be guided and directed in using a journal to monitor their experiences and discoveries of what has been helpful or non-productive as they process their losses.  Healing can come through sharing and dialogue with others about those awarenesses.

This group will begin on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at 10:30am in the upstairs Art Room at the Plymouth Area Regional Senior Center.  The Art Room is accessible by elevator or stairs.  Except for the Tuesday Fourth of July holiday, the group will continue on Tuesday mornings through August 8, 2023.  Participation is in-person.

There is no cost for participation in the group, but you must pre-register by contacting Guy Tillson, Hospice Chaplain and Bereavement Coordinator, by email at gtillson@pbhha.org or by leaving him a message by phone at Pemi-Baker Hospice and Home Health at 603 536-2232.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is a trusted, nonprofit agency proudly serving 29 towns in central and northern NH since 1967. Expert services include at-home healthcare and physical therapies (VNA), hospice and palliative care, and community programs including: American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA, Caregiver and Bereavement Support Groups and Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse days at your local senior centers. Providing compassionate care with experienced staff who are trained, certified professionals and also your neighbors.  In your time of need, we’re right where you need us.

Pemi-Baker is located at 101 Boulder Point Drive, Suite 3, Plymouth, NH. To contact us please call: 603-536-2232 or email: info@pbhha.org  Like our Facebook Page: @pemibakerhospicehomehealth

Filed Under: Bereavement, Free Community Service Tagged With: bereavement support, free community service, Grief & Loss Support Group, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health Expands ‘Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse’ Program at Participating Senior Centers

June 13, 2023

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, a leading healthcare provider in Grafton County, is pleased to announce the expansion of its program, ‘Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse,’ designed to provide free medical guidance and support to seniors in the community. This program has been available at the Plymouth, Linwood and Littleton Senior Centers in collaboration with the Grafton County Senior Citizens Council. They are now adding dates at the Orford and Horse Meadow Senior Centers monthly as well.

The ‘Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse’ program aims to address the health concerns and queries of older adults, offering them an opportunity to connect with experienced healthcare professionals from Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health. Through this initiative, seniors can receive valuable medical advice, information on managing chronic conditions, guidance on medication management, and assistance in navigating the healthcare system.

The program is hosted at select Senior Centers across Grafton County, ensuring convenient access for seniors residing in the region. A team of compassionate and knowledgeable nurses from Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health will be available during designated days and times to address individual questions and concerns.

To find out the schedule for ‘Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse’ sessions and the participating Grafton County Senior Citizens Council centers, interested individuals can visit the Pemi-Baker Community Health website at https://pemibakerhospicehomehealth.org/our-services/community-support-resources/. The website provides a comprehensive listing of days, times, and locations where the programs are available.

“We are thrilled about the success of our ‘Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse’ program in collaboration with the Grafton County Senior Citizens Council,” said Danielle Paquette-Horne, RN, Executive Director of Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health. “By bringing our experienced nurses directly to the senior community, we aim to support and empower older adults in managing their health effectively. We believe that access to reliable healthcare information plays a crucial role in enhancing their well-being and quality of life. Many seniors talk to us about their fears leading up to surgeries, interpretation of lab results, how to work their insulin devices and some come to get their blood pressure checked.”

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health has been providing exceptional healthcare services to the community for over three decades. The organization remains committed to delivering comprehensive, compassionate, and personalized care to individuals in need, ensuring they receive the support necessary to live life to the fullest. “There have been quite a few times over the last year that I have called a provider directly for the senior with me. Through my assessment skills as an RN, if I think they should see their health care provider sooner rather than later I will assist them in calling their provider right then and there,” said Paquette-Horne.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is a trusted, nonprofit agency proudly serving 29 towns in central and northern NH since 1967. Expert services include at-home healthcare and physical therapies (VNA), hospice and palliative care, and community programs including: American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA, Caregiver and Bereavement Support Groups and Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse days at your local senior centers. Providing compassionate care with experienced staff who are trained, certified professionals and also your neighbors.  In your time of need, we’re right where you need us.

Pemi-Baker is located at 101 Boulder Point Drive, Suite 3, Plymouth, NH. To contact us please call: 603-536-2232 or email: info@pbhha.org  Like our Facebook Page: @pemibakerhospicehomehealth

Filed Under: Education, Free Community Service, Press Release Tagged With: Advance Care Planning, Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse, Free blood pressure checks, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, Senior Centers

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health Launches Online Auction Fundraiser to Support Free Community Services

May 1, 2023

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health Spring Fundraiser, Auction, Plymouth, NH

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is pleased to announce our upcoming online auction fundraiser in support of our free community services. The auction will run for one month, starting from May 1st to May 31st, 2023, and will feature over 120 items from local businesses.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all of our business sponsors who generously contributed to this event. Their support has made this auction possible, and we are grateful for their dedication to our cause. Thank you to Speare Memorial Hospital, Dumont Construction, Waterville Valley Realty, Northway Bank, Mid-State Health Center, Bank of New Hampshire, Paquette Signs, Noyes Insurance, R.M. Piper Inc., Meredith Village Savings Bank, Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green, New England Employee Benefits Company, Roper Real Estate, Insurance24, Mainstay Technologies, Horne Electric, The Edge of Town Tavern, Mountain Fare Inn, Wild Heart Yoga & Wellness Studio, Boulder Suites Group, El Mariachi Restaurant, the Vascak Family, Van Sickle Family, Varin Family, Jagoda Family and the Curran-Konrad Family.

The funds raised from this auction will help support Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health’s mission to provide compassionate end-of-life care, grief & caregiver support, ‘Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse’ days and home health services to those in need, regardless of their ability to pay.

We invite everyone to participate in this exciting event and bid on the wide range of items donated by local businesses. From gift cards to home goods, there is something for everyone at this auction.

To view and bid on the items, please visit our auction website at www.32auctions.com/Pemibaker23.

Thank you in advance for your support of Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, and we look forward to your participation in this online auction.

Filed Under: Fundraiser Tagged With: 32Auctions, non-profit, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health, Spring Fundraiser

Grief & Loss Support Group Offers Comfort and Connection for Those in Need

April 1, 2023

6 Week Series Offered by Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health

Beginning Tuesday, April 25th, 2023

Pemi-Baker Hospice and Home Health will begin a new Bereavement Support Group series on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.  Our Bereavement Support Groups include a brief educational component to stimulate sharing and discussion among participants who are seeking to process grief from any kind of loss.  In an effort to be available to a wider sector of our communities, Pemi-Baker’s Bereavement Support Groups are offered in the morning in-person at the Plymouth Area Senior Center at 11:00am. The group will meet for six weeks.

Kubler-Ross: 5 Stages of Grief

This particular series offering is entitled “KUBLER-ROSS: BEFORE AND BEYOND”. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross’ five stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance) have filtered down into our common awareness since they were first proposed in the 1960s.

There were other grief theorists prior to her work, including Sigmund Freud himself, “the father of modern psychology”, in the 1920s. In the 1940s, Erich Lindemann suggested moving toward an emotional detachment from the deceased, readjusting to one’s environment where the deceased is no longer present, and establishing new relationships as a plan toward dealing with loss.  Coming after Kubler-Ross, in the 1970s, John Bowlby and Colin Murray Parkes developed their four-stage grief work model. In the 1980s, J. William Worden described four tasks of mourning and Therese Rando formulated her six R’s of Bereavement (recognize, react, recollect, relinquish, readjust, and reinvest).

Simon Rubin, in the 1990s, submitted for consideration his notion of two tracks of bereavement while Margaret Stroebe and Henk Schut proposed their dual process model wherein the bereaved person is challenged both by loss-related stress and the stress of moving toward restoration as life around the bereaved continues to go on. Alan D. Wolfelt devised a listing of six needs of mourning.

As grief studies continue to develop, we are learning that the process of mourning is unique and profoundly personal. Though there may be common elements in the process, no two persons will grieve in the same way at the same pace.

Pemi-Baker’s Bereavement Support Groups hope to provide a safe setting in which mourning persons can meet and speak their experience of working through their grief.  Listening to others share their own discovery of what has been helpful, can provide group members with points of commonality and connection which may help in ongoing growth and healing.

Again, the groups are intended to assist in the processing of any loss, not just loss occurring following upon a death. There is no cost for attendance. Interested persons MUST pre-register prior to the first session on Tuesday, April 25, 2023. Please contact the group facilitator, Guy Tillson, Pemi-Baker Hospice and Home Health Bereavement Services Coordinator by email at gtillson@pbhha.org or leave a phone message at 603 536-2232.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is a trusted, nonprofit agency proudly serving 29 towns in central and northern NH since 1967. Expert services include at-home healthcare and physical therapies (VNA), hospice and palliative care, and community programs including: American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA, Caregiver and Bereavement Support Groups and ‘Ask A Pemi-Baker Nurse’ days at your local senior centers. Providing compassionate care with experienced staff who are trained, certified professionals and also your neighbors.  In your time of need, we’re right where you need us.

Pemi-Baker is located at 101 Boulder Point Drive, Suite 3, Plymouth, NH. To contact us please call: 603-536-2232 or email: info@pbhha.org  Like our Facebook Page: @pemibakerhospicehomehealth

~written by Guy Tillson

Filed Under: Bereavement, Free Community Service Tagged With: Free community support groups, Grief support group, Loss support group, Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health

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Hospice Care Is a Gift: Choosing Comfort, Dignity, and Quality of Life

Hospice care is a gift: Choosing comfort, dignity and quality of life with Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health. Hospice care is often …

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The Rewards of Being a Hospice Volunteer

While I was familiar with Hospice for many years, I only have been a hospice volunteer with Pemi Baker Hospice and Home Health (PBHHH) since October 2021.  When I retired, I began searching for volunteer work that would allow me to give back to my community.  A newsletter from PBHHH arrived in my email announcing training for hospice volunteers.  My family had experienced the need for hospice twice, once in Ohio and again in Florida.  The relief my family and I felt when the hospice volunteers arrived was beyond measure.  I want to bring the same kind of assistance to others.  PBHHH given me that opportunity by providing professional training with knowledgeable nurses, doctors, social workers and other health care professionals.  Their guidance has enabled me to meet the challenges of being s hospice volunteer, and I am very glad that I did it.

Connie C.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health
2022-06-27T12:20:25-04:00

Connie C.

While I was familiar with Hospice for many years, I only have been a hospice volunteer with Pemi Baker Hospice and Home Health (PBHHH) since October 2021.  When I retired, I began searching for volunteer work that would allow me to give back to my community.  A newsletter from PBHHH arrived in my email announcing training for hospice volunteers.  My family had experienced the need for hospice twice, once in Ohio and again in Florida.  The relief my family and I felt when the hospice volunteers arrived was beyond measure.  I want to bring the same kind of assistance to others.  PBHHH given me that opportunity by providing professional training with knowledgeable nurses, doctors, social workers and other health care professionals.  Their guidance has enabled me to meet the challenges of being s hospice volunteer, and I am very glad that I did it.
https://pemibakerhospicehomehealth.org/testimonials/the-rewards-of-being-a-hospice-volunteer/

You give of yourselves day & night without end!

To the Pemi-Baker Hospice Team--Words really can't express my feelings-

Your help during one of the most difficult times of my life is SO appreciated.  I'm so grateful that because of you, Doug was able to get his wish not to spend the last of his days in a hospital, but at home with those of us who loved him.

And to be constantly reassured that if I needed anything you would be there-oh my gosh-ANYTIME!  Well, you people need to know how much you are appreciated.  You give of yourselves day & night without end!  God Bless you and thank you!

Pam O.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health
2020-06-11T07:31:14-04:00

Pam O.

To the Pemi-Baker Hospice Team--Words really can't express my feelings- Your help during one of the most difficult times of my life is SO appreciated.  I'm so grateful that because of you, Doug was able to get his wish not to spend the last of his days in a hospital, but at home with those of us who loved him. And to be constantly reassured that if I needed anything you would be there-oh my gosh-ANYTIME!  Well, you people need to know how much you are appreciated.  You give of yourselves day & night without end!  God Bless you and thank you!
https://pemibakerhospicehomehealth.org/testimonials/you-give-of-yourselves-day-night-without-end/

“My home physical therapy was fantastic.”

Pemi-Baker provided very good home therapy. All their therapists were pleasant, helpful in offering suggestions for better functioning after surgery, and practiced good health protocols. They were also very prompt in showing up for scheduled appointments.

Elizabeth B.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health
2019-11-07T12:26:12-05:00

Elizabeth B.

Pemi-Baker provided very good home therapy. All their therapists were pleasant, helpful in offering suggestions for better functioning after surgery, and practiced good health protocols. They were also very prompt in showing up for scheduled appointments.
https://pemibakerhospicehomehealth.org/testimonials/weve-loved-the-swim-lessons-at-pemi-baker/

“Your generosity with your time and your loving care is appreciated more than you know.”

Thank you to everyone who played a role in taking care of my mother and giving her the freedom of remaining home while suffering from dementia. Your generosity with your time and your loving care is appreciated more than you know. A special thanks goes to Macayla and Colleen, who visited her on a regular basis, and to Lauren who was helpful in connecting us with state services.

Terry W.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health
2020-01-17T12:43:19-05:00

Terry W.

Thank you to everyone who played a role in taking care of my mother and giving her the freedom of remaining home while suffering from dementia. Your generosity with your time and your loving care is appreciated more than you know. A special thanks goes to Macayla and Colleen, who visited her on a regular basis, and to Lauren who was helpful in connecting us with state services.
https://pemibakerhospicehomehealth.org/testimonials/i-was-ready-to-give-up-before-i-met-the-pemi-baker-team/

“Pemi-Baker Hospice services provided kind, professional, competent services every step of the way-and even vaccinated us all for Covid/19!””

Our primary nurse, Fred, was outstanding, and others who filled in (Cathy, Penny, Colleen) were wonderful and a credit to your organization. Fred, you were amazing, not only for mom but for my husband and I as well. I will forever be grateful for your support, wisdom, humor and kindness, all along the end of life journey for mom. I am so deeply thankful that circumstances conspired such that mom was able to die at home, and your role made that time as seamless as it could be made.

Paula W.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health
2020-01-17T12:31:13-05:00

Paula W.

Our primary nurse, Fred, was outstanding, and others who filled in (Cathy, Penny, Colleen) were wonderful and a credit to your organization. Fred, you were amazing, not only for mom but for my husband and I as well. I will forever be grateful for your support, wisdom, humor and kindness, all along the end of life journey for mom. I am so deeply thankful that circumstances conspired such that mom was able to die at home, and your role made that time as seamless as it could be made.
https://pemibakerhospicehomehealth.org/testimonials/im-so-happy-that-i-found-pbch/

“Everyone is so understanding supportive and kind.”

From the director to the nurses to the health care workers.  So cheerful, helpful and accommodating.  This is our second time receiving assistance from Pemi-Baker and we are very lucky to have found this amazing group!  Thank you for your excellent care and compassion.

Leila L.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health
2020-01-17T13:19:24-05:00

Leila L.

From the director to the nurses to the health care workers.  So cheerful, helpful and accommodating.  This is our second time receiving assistance from Pemi-Baker and we are very lucky to have found this amazing group!  Thank you for your excellent care and compassion.
https://pemibakerhospicehomehealth.org/testimonials/everyone-is-so-understanding-supportive-and-kind/

Your courage during Covid-19 does not go unnoticed

Hello. We just wanted to take a moment and let you know how much we truly appreciate all that you do for us in these trying times. You're commitment to the health of our community is a special thing, and we know that you are working under stressful conditions due to the Covid 19 crisis. We realize that in order for you to treat those who may be ill, you are putting you're own lives and even you're own families lives in danger, and that is truly a courageous and honorable thing to do. We want you to know that it does not go unnoticed. Thank you all for all that you do!

Bryan and Renee C., and our mom Joan

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health
2020-06-11T06:27:43-04:00

Bryan and Renee C., and our mom Joan

Hello. We just wanted to take a moment and let you know how much we truly appreciate all that you do for us in these trying times. You're commitment to the health of our community is a special thing, and we know that you are working under stressful conditions due to the Covid 19 crisis. We realize that in order for you to treat those who may be ill, you are putting you're own lives and even you're own families lives in danger, and that is truly a courageous and honorable thing to do. We want you to know that it does not go unnoticed. Thank you all for all that you do!
https://pemibakerhospicehomehealth.org/testimonials/your-courage-during-covid-19-does-not-go-unnoticed/
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Plymouth, NH 03264

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