Hospice of the Chesapeake

03/13/2026

This April, May and June, the Chesapeake Life Center is offering a variety of opportunities for adults who are grieving to gather, reflect and support one another.

Whether you connect through nature, creativity or conversation, there’s something for you this season:

🐾 Pet Loss Workshop – Honor the special bond you shared with your beloved companion and connect with others who understand how deep that loss can be.

📚 Virtual Book Group: "The Pilot’s Wife" – Join others online for thoughtful conversation about this powerful novel and the themes of love, loss and resilience it explores.

🌳 Nature-informed workshops – Step outside and experience the calming, restorative power of nature while exploring grief and renewal alongside others.

You don’t have to navigate grief alone. Sometimes healing begins simply by showing up and sharing space with others who understand.

Learn more about these and other upcoming programs:
https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/2026/03/healing-and-connection-this-spring-at-chesapeake-life-center/

03/12/2026

Assisted living teams do incredible work every day. As new Maryland assisted living regulations raise the bar for quality and safety, having the right clinical partners can make a real difference for both residents and staff.

Our latest issue of The Referral explores how hospice and assisted living teams can work together to support residents, families and care teams while also helping facilities meet evolving regulatory expectations. Hospice partnerships can provide clinical backup, symptom management support, staff education and guidance that helps teams confidently navigate complex care needs.

Inside this issue, you’ll also find practical tips for recognizing when it may be time to start hospice conversations and simple ways to introduce hospice as an added layer of support for residents who wish to remain in the place they call home.

Take a few minutes to explore the latest The Referral and see how partnership can strengthen care for residents while supporting your team.

Download and read your own copy at https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/category/the-referral/

03/11/2026

🥂 We’re popping the cork in celebration!

A big thank you and warm welcome to our newest, generous Dom Pérignon Sponsors for Bubbles & Bingo! Your support helps make this sparkling night of fun possible while also supporting compassionate care for patients and families in our community.

✨ With less than a month to go, the excitement is building!✨

There’s still time to join the fun as a sponsor or underwriter. Be part of an unforgettable evening while making a meaningful impact.

📧 events@hospicechesapeake.org
📞 443-837-1531
🔗 Learn more or sign up: https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/bubbles-bingo/

Let’s raise a glass to a fantastic night ahead of caring for our community together! 🥂

03/10/2026

During National Social Work Month, we’re proud to celebrate the compassionate professionals who are there for our patients and families during some of life’s most difficult moments. 💙

In his blog, hospice social worker Steven Watson, LCSW-C, APHSW-C, shares how social workers support families caring for loved ones with dementia. Read more here: https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/2025/08/social-workers-are-invaluable-partners-in-dementia-caregiving/

From helping caregivers navigate complex family dynamics to connecting them with resources and offering a steady, compassionate presence, social workers are often the guide families didn’t know they needed. As Steven writes, they help caregivers balance their own well-being while ensuring their loved one receives compassionate, coordinated care.

This month, we celebrate Steven and all of our hospice social workers who advocate, listen and stand beside families every step of the journey. Their work reminds us that no one has to face serious illness alone.

Thank you for all you do.

03/09/2026

During Patient Safety Awareness Week, we’re recognizing the partnerships that help keep patients safe, comfortable, and supported every day.

Our work doesn’t happen in isolation. We’re grateful to collaborate closely with the dedicated teams in assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing communities who care for our patients with compassion and vigilance. Together, we share information, coordinate care and respond quickly to changes so residents receive the right support at the right time.

We’re also deeply grateful for our own care team members and the family caregivers who are such an important part of each patient’s care. So many people work together to help ensure safety, comfort and dignity.

These partnerships create stronger care, smoother transitions and peace of mind for families. Patient safety is always a team effort.

03/08/2026

🛍️Happy Monday Sale at The Shoppe! 🛍️

On Monday, March 9, enjoy 10% off all accessories — from scarves and belts to handbags, shoes, hats, ties, jewelry and more. If it’s an accessory, you save 10%!

It’s the perfect chance to add a little something special to your wardrobe while doing a little good, too. Every purchase at The Shoppe helps support compassionate care for families, friends and neighbors in our community.

💙Shop. Save. Feel good about it. 💙
One day only — March 9!

03/06/2026

Today is National Employee Appreciation Day, and we’re reflecting on the many heartfelt notes and messages we receive from the families we serve. 💙

Again and again, families share words of gratitude for the compassion, kindness and comfort they experienced during some of life’s most difficult moments. Those beautiful messages exist because of the extraordinary people on our team—our clinical, administrative and support staff—who show up each day with empathy, dedication and heart.

To our team members: you inspire these powerful expressions of thanks, and we are deeply grateful for the care you bring to every patient and family.

03/06/2026

It’s a great time to take a fresh look at your charitable giving.

New tax laws that took effect in 2026 may change how and when you choose to give. Understanding these updates could help you make the most of your generosity while continuing to support the causes you care about.

Read 3 key things to know and see how these changes might impact your giving:
https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/2026/03/3-things-to-know-what-the-new-tax-law-means-for-giving/

Changes to the tax code could affect how and when you choose to give to Hospice of the Chesapeake Foundation and other nonprofits.

03/05/2026

Kick up your heels at Boots & Bling, a can’t-miss night of style, flavor and fun at the beautiful Rod 'N' Reel Resort overlooking the Chesapeake Bay. Enjoy cocktails, savory bites from delicious culinary stations, and a fantastic silent auction—then hit the dance floor for live music and a night to remember. 🤠💎

Want to make an even bigger impact? Sponsorship opportunities are also available, offering great visibility for your business while supporting compassionate care in our community.

❤️ Why it matters: When you attend or sponsor Boots & Bling, you help bridge the gap between what insurance covers and the care we believe everyone deserves—bringing peace, comfort and dignity to patients and families across our region.

🎟️ Click here to grab your tickets or become a sponsor today and join us for an unforgettable evening that gives back. https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/culinary-event/

03/04/2026

During National Social Work Month, we’re proud to highlight the many meaningful roles social workers play in hospice, supportive and grief care. 💙

At the Chesapeake Life Center, Christa Martin, LCSW-C, is known for creating unique and engaging programs that help families cope with grief in ways that feel safe and approachable. From table-top role-playing games and bingo to grief karaoke and individual play therapy, she reminds us that the hard work of grieving can feel a little lighter when children — and adults — are given permission to have fun.

Play isn’t a distraction from grief. It’s a pathway through it.

We are grateful for Christa and all of our Chesapeake Life Center social workers who walk alongside families every day with compassion, creativity and heart.

Christa wrote about why play is so important in helping children live with loss in this blog:
https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/2026/03/when-it-comes-to-grief-for-children-the-play-is-the-thing/

Sometimes, the most meaningful response to grief is simply listening and letting a child return to play when they’re ready.

03/03/2026

Some people are simply called to this work. Karen Fitzgerald is one of them.

After nearly two decades in hospital nursing, Karen joined Hospice of the Chesapeake nine years ago and, as she says, “truly fell in love with the work.” Since then, she has served in multiple roles, helping train others and walking alongside countless families with compassion and grace.

We’re so grateful for Karen’s heart, her experience and her steady presence for the families we serve.

Watch her spotlight and help us celebrate her in the comments below.

03/01/2026

🌷 Happy Monday at The Shoppe! 🌷

March into March with SAVINGS!

On Monday, March 2 only, enjoy 25% OFF all clothing and accessories — for women, men, and children. From everyday favorites to special finds, it’s all 25% off!

Even better? Every purchase helps support family, friends, and neighbors in Calvert County who are experiencing serious illness and loss. ❤️

Shop with purpose. Save with style. See you today!