Visit the BridgingLife website (formerly Carroll Hospice) to learn more about the compassionate care we’ve been providing for more than 30 years.
My Why Wednesday: Tim Hylan
Tim Hylan has been involved with BridgingLife for 14 years. He first started as a volunteer, then became a part-time employee cooking and cleaning, before becoming a volunteer once again after he decided to
retire at age 80. Learn more about Tim’s experiences at BridgingLife:
Caring for Veterans Today and Beyond
The last Sunday in September is a special, solemn day for many military families. Known as Gold Star Family Day, it is a day to honor the families of those who died as the result of active-duty military service to our country.
My Why Wednesday: Latetia Smoot
Latetia Smoot, R.N., has been working at BridgingLife for nearly two years. On this My Why Wednesday, she shares why she loves working in hospice care:
My Why Wednesday: Chaplain Art Monroe
Chaplain Art Monroe has worked at BridgingLife for the past 10 years. As a chaplain, he provides compassionate spiritual support and counseling to address the significant emotional and relational needs that arise near the end of life. Read on to learn what Chaplain Art’s most memorable experiences and moments at BridgingLife:
Living with Grief
Grief forever changes us. The journey that we walk through changes who we are and how we perceive the world around us. Those who are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with grief may prompt us to move on. When they try this, we often plant our heels into the ground and resist. This may come as a surprise to them.
My Why Wednesday: Kathy Barna
Volunteer manager Kathy Barna has been with BridgingLife for two years. Volunteer support and contributions are invaluable in the lives of those with life-limiting illness and their loved ones. Learn why Kathy loves working at BridgingLife and what drew her to our organization:
Grieving a Pet’s Death
The significance of pets in human existence varies between people. However, the emotional and social support that companion animals offer is an impactful driving force behind this attachment. Those who underestimate the strength of the bond drive a wedge between themselves and the bereaved.
My Why Wednesday: Gary & Cindy Saylor
Each April, BridgingLife honors Hospice Heroes at its annual Taste of Carroll presented by M&T Bank. These individuals are recognized for their dedication for quality hospice care in our communities.
Hospice Heroes Gary and Cindy Saylor are volunteers with BridgingLife’s We Honor Veterans program. Gary started volunteering in 2014 and Cindy began in 2021 when health issues prevented Gary from driving. “She’s my Uber driver now!” Gary jokes.
My Why Wednesday: Kim Simmons
Each April, BridgingLife honors Hospice Heroes at its annual Taste of Carroll presented by M&T Bank. These individuals, nominated by their peers, are recognized for their dedication for quality hospice care in our communities.
Hospice Hero Kim Simmons has been an audit and compliance specialist at BridgingLife for nearly three years.
My Why Wednesday: Diane Devaney
Each April, BridgingLife honors Hospice Heroes at its annual Taste of Carroll presented by M&T Bank. These individuals, nominated by their peers, are recognized for their dedication for quality hospice care in our communities.
Diane Devaney, founder and president of advertising agency Devaney & Associates, has been a marketing partner with BridgingLife (and Carroll Hospital) for nearly 30 years, creating ad campaigns, collateral material and more for hospice awareness.
What do you love about your job and why?
We love working with Reggie Bodnar [executive director and assistant vice president of LifeBridge Health’s hospice and palliative care] and the hospice team. Helping to communicate the support and benefits of hospice care is so important and can make such an impact on families. In addition, helping to support fundraising for hospice has been very fulfilling.
What is your most memorable experience working with BridgingLife? As a past chair of Taste of Carroll and being involved since its inception, I have been honored to work with the tireless team of volunteers raising money for Carroll Hospice and BridgingLife.