Singing River Hospice of Light Tree Planting Ceremonies
Pascagoula, Miss.- In observance of National Hospice Month, Singing River Hospice of Light (HOL) will host remembrance ceremonies at Singing River Gulfport and Pascagoula Hospital to honor loved ones lost over the past year.
HOL invites the families and friends of former patients, as well as the entire community, to participate in a special remembrance ceremony by planting live trees. All are welcome to honor loved ones, regardless of when the loss occurred or whether they were a patient of HOL. Families are encouraged to bring a framed picture of their loved one(s) and to participate by embedding their loved ones’ names into the soil, symbolizing a lasting connection with the tree to be planted.
EVENT TIMES & LOCATIONS:
Tuesday, November 5, at 10:00 a.m.
- Singing River Gulfport Main Entrance
- 15200 Community Road, Gulfport, MS 39503
Tuesday, November 12, at 10:00 a.m.
- Pascagoula Hospital Walking Track
- 3101 Denny Avenue, Pascagoula, MS 39581
The mission of Hospice of Light is to provide dignified, expert end of life care and guidance to patients and families. HOL is able to accomplish hospice outside of a hospital setting by providing additional support and clinical care. Services provided include in-home care, GIP (general inpatient care), respite, and continuous care.
HOL is recognized and specially trained to provide quality end of life care to veterans. Through a comprehensive assessment and implementation process, the staff gains insights into specific traumas and associated health risks, enabling them to tailor care for veterans and locate additional resources.
For more information about Hospice of Light services, visit HospiceofLight.com or call 228-818-2160 to speak to a registered nurse.
