Carman and Area Palliative Care celebrated its 30th anniversary Sept. 11 with an open house in the newly renovated Palliative Garden at Carman Memorial Hospital, followed by a come-and-go gathering at Boyne Lodge.
Founded in 1995 by the late Sandi Mae Richardson and a group of community volunteers, the program has grown into a cornerstone of support for patients and families, providing comfort baskets, respite, grief resources and specialized equipment.
The anniversary highlighted the legacy of Richardson and the dedication of volunteers who continue to sustain the program entirely through community donations and fundraising initiatives.
