“How did I not know about hospice?”
Lori Aitcheson remembers questioning whether hospice was the right place for her husband, Jim (pictured above with family). A respected municipal councillor, Mayor of Perth South, and former Warden of Perth County, Jim was deeply rooted in his community, known for his dedication and belief in the power of connection.
“Jim was cared for with warmth and kindness, in a space that allowed our family to simply be together,” Lori reflects. “It was truly peaceful. We are so grateful that his last days were filled with love and comfort.”
Before experiencing it firsthand, Lori wasn’t sure what hospice could offer. But for Jim’s family, it became a place where love lingered, where compassion was felt in every small gesture, and where they were given the gift of time.
We are grateful to community members like Lori who so graciously share their experiences to raise awareness of Rotary Hospice.