Hospice of South Georgia and Langdale Hospice House, an affiliate of South Georgia Medical Center, received a $100,000 donation from The Tree House Thrift Shop. As Valdosta’s only not-for-profit hospice, HOSG relies on donations from the community to help provide services to patients regardless of their ability to pay.
The Tree House is a donations-based store that opened in 2013 and is operated primarily by volunteers, with a mission to provide all proceeds directly back to HOSG non-reimbursed patient care. Over the years, the company has contributed $281,500 and after locating to a larger facility in 2019 increased that contribution significantly.
Employees and volunteers from the Tree House, HOSG, and SGMC gathered to celebrate the achievement at a check presentation last week. HOSG Executive Director Kevin Moore opened the presentation by recognizing the hard work of the staff and volunteers, and Bill Meli, HOSG Operations Manager, followed with an explanation of how the Tree House’s earnings improved with increased community support. According to Meli, this is the highest donation the Tree House has ever presented.
This will benefit patients who are unable to pay for services, and allow free community resources like home-based palliative care and grief support, and other hospice programs that enhance quality of life.
The Tree House offers a variety of new and gently used clothing and home wares; all donations are accepted except large appliances and old televisions, and free donation pick-up is available for large loads. The Tree House is located at 418 Northside Drive in Valdosta and can be reached by calling 229-293-9881.
HOSG serves patients with both chronic and life-limiting illnesses, giving dignity and quality of life to patients and their families. Lindsey Rogers, Marketing Specialist, explains, “Palliative and hospice care is a transition from treating a disease to treating patients holistically. It’s more care and attention, as well as a new hope for living with dignity and sharing more meaningful moments with loved ones.” These services are given in the home setting and at the Langdale Hospice House.
For more information visit HospiceofSouthGeorgia.org, follow HOSG on Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn, or call 229-433-7000.