Community Thanks May 6, 2012

HOSPICE: Thanks to all for support

Having worn an "RN" badge for almost 25 years, it felt strange to wear one that said "Student" again. But I would like to extend thanks to each and every person I came into contact with at Hospice and Hospice House of North Idaho, and also those in the community who received me so warmly during my recent leadership class through Lewis-Clark State College and adjoining project on Alternative Therapies.

Particularly, I would like to thank Cindy Reed, RN Nurse Manager of the Hospice House, Lori Brady, RN BSN Director of Education for Hospice of North Idaho, Mary Neel, Director of Volunteer Services and Pastor Grant MacLean, Spiritual Care Coordinator. You are all amazing and genuinely live your mission statement of serving the seriously ill and those touched by loss with open hearts and expertise.

Also, a grand thank you to business owners in the community who took time out of their busy schedules to meet with me and talk about their passions: Keryn Richards at Celtic Touch Massage about Reiki Therapy, Jana Kilgore at Aroma Cd'A Massage and Skin Care about Aroma Therapy, and Dr. Jerry Bailey at Lakeside Holistic Health about Acupuncture. Thank you to others who so easily said yes to offer their talents and gifts to this project; among many are Dave Walker and Juanita Anstine.

Sincerely,

DELRAYA ANSTINE, RN OCN

BSN Student