Franklin Hospice

02/20/2026

Today on National Caregivers Day, Franklin Hospice would like to recognize all of the caregivers who tirelessly dedicate their time and effort to care for their loved ones. The role of a caregiver is a difficult one, but our teams are here for you through you and your loved one’s end-of-life journey. For resources on caregiver support, please visit https://franklinhospice.org/care-services/caregiver-support.

Dear Caregiver,You have found this page because you are either caring for a Franklin Hospice patient yourself, you know someone who is or you think you may be a caregiver at some time in the future. If you already are enrolled in Franklin Hospice, then you know all the supportive services we offer,....

02/19/2026

Mark your calendars! Franklin Hospice is hosting a Holes for Hospice Golf Tournament on May 18th at Waynesboro Country Club. Tickets and sponsorships are available now! For more information, visit: https://franklinhospice.org/events/holes-hospice-golf-tournament.

02/18/2026

is a time to honor Black leadership and resilience and to recommit to equity in healthcare.
At Franklin Hospice, we’re working to build trust, expand access to hospice care, and support individuals and families with dignity at the end of life.
Read more here: https://gilchristcares.org/thegilchristblog/honoring-black-history-month-advancing-equity-in-hospice-and-end-of-life-care/.

02/14/2026

Some of our most meaningful supporters are our “secret admirers” 🤍

If you’ve included Franklin Hospice in your estate plans – we are grateful! Your future gift helps ensure compassionate care for generations to come. If we don’t already know about your plans, we’d be honored to. There’s no obligation — it simply gives us the chance to express our gratitude and keep you connected to the impact you’re making.

And if you’re still considering your plans, we’re always happy to talk.

But if you are one of our secret admirers… we’d truly love the chance to thank you. Contact our team at HoWC-info@franklinhospice.org or call (717) 504-3465.

02/14/2026

During American Heart Month, Franklin Hospice reminds you that when curative treatment for heart disease ends, hospice care can provide compassionate support to improve comfort and quality of life for patients and their families. If a patient may meet hospice criteria for cardiac disease, start the conversation early to ensure they receive the care and support they deserve. Call (717) 504-3465, anytime for a free evaluation.

02/13/2026

Franklin Hospice is honored to bring comfort to our patient families through our Benevolence Fund. Our Benevolence Fund helps provide essential support, including assistance with basic needs and funeral expenses. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference in their lives when they need it most, and we are deeply grateful for your support during this special time of year. For more information or to contribute, please call us at (717) 504-3465, or visit, https://franklinhospice.org/donate.

02/10/2026

We’re honored to invite local veterans to join Franklin Hospice as we travel by bus from Hagerstown, MD to Gilchrist’s 8th Annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration on March 22, 2026, at 11:30 AM at Martin’s West. This free event includes a veteran resource fair, buffet lunch, and an inspiring keynote by Vietnam War hero Karl Marlantes, USMC—recipient of the Navy Cross, Bronze Star, and two Purple Hearts, and bestselling author of Matterhorn and What It Is Like to Go to War. Space is limited, so register today and let us honor you at this special welcome home event! https://e.givesmart.com/events/MwK/

02/04/2026

In 2025, Hospice of Washington County and Franklin Hospice was honored to serve patients and families across our community, providing compassionate end-of-life care, charity care, and uncompensated care, while also supporting healing through grief care services. This meaningful work was made possible by our dedicated employees and volunteers who show up every day with skill, heart, and compassion. To see the full scope of our impact and detailed data from 2025, view our Fact Sheet below.

02/03/2026

Join us for Gilchrist Cares’s 8th Annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration on March 22, 2026, at Martin’s West at 11:30AM!
This is a free event with a veteran resource fair, buffet lunch, and an inspiring keynote from Vietnam War Hero, Karl Marlantes USMC, recipient of the Navy Cross, Bronze Star, and two Purple Hearts. As well as, bestselling author of Matterhorn and What It Is Like to Go to War. Bus available from Hagerstown, MD. Register today to be honored at this special event! https://e.givesmart.com/events/MwK/

01/29/2026

As part of their annual training, Franklin County nurses and nursing assistants refreshed essential clinical skills in our Skills Lab at Hospice of Washington County, reinforcing our commitment to high-quality, compassionate care. Thanks to the generosity of community donors—including the Irving M. Einbinder Charitable Foundation, Inc. and the Howard and Anne Kaylor Charitable Foundations, Inc.—our state-of-the-art Simulation and Skills Lab offer hands-on training with new lifts and advanced tools to better serve our patients. Special thanks to our Gilchrist partners, Shawn Brast and Jennifer Hazlehurst, for providing this valuable education and helping ensure every patient receives comfort, dignity, and expert care. Call anytime for an evaluation, 717-504-3465.