Hospice program at Winneshiek Medical Center receives donation

WMC Hospice Nurse Manager Nancy Haberichter, Hospice donor Don White and WMC Foundation Coordinator Holly Kanengieter

The dedicated hospice patient room at Winneshiek Medical Center has new furnishings, thanks to a donation by Don White of Decorah, in memory of his wife, Bev.

The hospice patient room is available for hospice patients needing acute symptom management or respite care.  It provides a home-like atmosphere, with additional seating and bedroom furniture. Nurses on the in-patient unit collaborate with Winneshiek Medical Center hospice staff in providing care to the patient and meeting the family's needs.

White's donation provided for a wardrobe, night stand, rocker/recliner, curtains and artwork.  Says White, "The furniture is nice and will be comfortable for the families visiting patients.  I'm glad to be able to help others in Bev's memory."