Coming Full Circle with Hospice
Dr. Barbara Caton, associate medical director, loves the one-to-one patient focus of hospice, and she appreciates Masonic Village Hospice's whole team approach to care.
Spreading the Word About Hospice
Outreach Coordinators Danielle and Jennifer love to share with others what makes Masonic Village Hospice unique.
Providing Quality Hospice Care
Dr. John Mast has served Masonic Village at Elizabethtown in various capacities for over 21 years. A geriatric specialist certified in geriatric and family medicine with Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, Dr. Mast was named medical director in 2020 and recently transitioned to hospice medical director. “Since I started at Masonic Village, the facility and staff have done a fabulous job of providing quality end-of-life care."
Hospice Care in the Midst of a Pandemic
For hospice caregivers across the country, COVID-19 replaced hugs, hand-holding and togetherness with masks, reduced physical contact and limited visits from family and friends.
Helping Students Expand Their Knowledge in End-of-Life Care
There are many stigmas about hospice care. However, as those who work in hospice come to find, hospice isn’t just about death and dying. It’s about making every moment count and cherishing what’s most important in life.
Quality Care with Compassion
Registered Nurse Ashley Watts supports Masonic Village Hospice patients and families through some of the most difficult days of their lives.
Nurses of Masonic Village: Robert Heim
Registered nurse Robert Heim is a natural-born caregiver who often serves as a guiding hand, voice of reason and shoulder to lean on. Robert is said to leave a strong impact on the lives he touches, including fellow Masonic Village Hospice staff and, most importantly, patients and their families.