Big Bend Hospice recognizes area pharmacists

Throughout February, Big Bend Hospice has been delivering home baked cookies to local pharmacists to thank them for the important role they play in meeting the needs of hospice patients. Hospice volunteers baked cookies and packaged them along with a note of thanks to let pharmacists know how much they are appreciated.

When Big Bend Hospice has an after-hours admission, or a family needs a stronger medication for pain management, local pharmacists are the ones who stay open late or make special arrangements for our patients so they do not go without needed drugs. “Having a relationship with the community pharmacists makes our job so much easier,” said team manager Regina Compton. ”They know the families and understand the importance of making sure medications are available as needed.”

Pam Raker Allbritton, team member and community outreach coordinator delivered the cookies and was met with smiles and surprise. “It’s great to give back to the people who give to us, a great way to say thank you,” she said Pam.

Big Bend Hospice serves Franklin, Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor and Wakulla counties providing compassionate care to people with a life-limiting illness, comfort to their families and emotional support to anyone who has lost a loved one. The Big Bend Hospice’s Franklin County office is located at 207 SE Avenue B, Carrabelle. Call 697-3231 to find out more about care and services.