{"id":1971,"date":"2025-01-07T14:46:46","date_gmt":"2025-01-07T18:46:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/touchingheadev.wpenginepowered.com\/dayton\/?p=1971"},"modified":"2025-01-07T15:34:38","modified_gmt":"2025-01-07T19:34:38","slug":"december-2024-highlights-with-touching-hearts-at-home-of-south-dayton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/blog\/december-2024-highlights-with-touching-hearts-at-home-of-south-dayton\/","title":{"rendered":"December 2024 Highlights with Touching Hearts at Home of South Dayton"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section id=\"block_0719143998665f31e077e052eb49215d\" class=\"block block--wysiwyg\" data-layout=\"plain\" data-bleed=\"on\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we begin the new year, we want to take a moment to reflect on the beautiful moments and milestones that made December so special for our Touching Hearts at Home family. December was a month full of warmth, connection, and meaningful moments that we&#8217;ll cherish as we move forward into 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Introducing Our New Death Doula Services\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1977\" src=\"https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/1-1-232x300.png\" alt=\"Marie Stanfill\" width=\"495\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are proud to have launched our\u00a0<\/span><b>Death Doula Services<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0in December, provided by our certified\u00a0<\/span><b>Death Doula, Marie Stanfill<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who is certified by the International End of Life Doula Association (INELDA). This new service is designed to help individuals and families navigate the end-of-life journey with dignity, compassion, and care.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A\u00a0<\/span><b>Death Doula<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0is a non-medical professional who provides emotional, spiritual, and practical support to families during this sacred time. Whether it\u2019s providing guidance through the end-of-life planning process, offering emotional support, or simply being a calming presence, our Death Doula ensures that families are supported every step of the way.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>\u00a0How We Can Help:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Emotional and spiritual guidance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0for individuals and families during this time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Assistance with end-of-life planning and legacy projects<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0to celebrate a life well-lived<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Creating a peaceful, comforting environment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0for the final transition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Grief support<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0and a safe space for loved ones to heal<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We understand that death is a part of the life cycle, and our mission is to ensure that families never have to face this journey alone. Marie\u2019s compassion and expertise are here to bring peace and comfort when it\u2019s needed most.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2728<\/b><b> Reach Out for Support<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you or someone you love could benefit from these services, please don\u2019t hesitate to\u00a0<\/span><b>reach out for a complimentary consultation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We are here to offer guidance, support, and a caring hand through this difficult chapter.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Announcing Our New Scheduling Coordinator&#8230;<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-1978 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/2-1-232x300.png\" alt=\"Alicia Wallace\" width=\"382\" height=\"494\" srcset=\"https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/2-1-232x300.png 232w, https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/2-1-791x1024.png 791w, https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/2-1-768x994.png 768w, https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/2-1-1187x1536.png 1187w, https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/2-1.png 1545w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 382px) 100vw, 382px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please join us in welcoming\u00a0<\/span><b>Alicia Wallace<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0to our support team! Alicia brings many years of experience in home care and hospice, and we are thrilled to have her on board. She will be taking over the scheduling coordinator role from\u00a0<\/span><b>Ashley<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who is now focusing fully on our Champion course training and Client Engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alicia is a proud &#8220;Kentucky girl&#8221; and has a passion for making a difference in people\u2019s lives, one person at a time. Her favorite quote is, &#8220;Change doesn&#8217;t make you like yourself, but liking yourself will make you change.&#8221; We are confident Alicia&#8217;s expertise and compassionate nature will make her a perfect fit for our team!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Announcing Our New Care Specialist&#8230;<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-1979 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/Untitled-design-232x300.png\" alt=\"Samantha Turner\" width=\"366\" height=\"473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/Untitled-design-232x300.png 232w, https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/Untitled-design-791x1024.png 791w, https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/Untitled-design-768x994.png 768w, https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/Untitled-design-1187x1536.png 1187w, https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/dayton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2025\/01\/Untitled-design.png 1545w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 366px) 100vw, 366px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re also excited to welcome\u00a0<\/span><b>Samantha Turner<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0to our team as a\u00a0<\/span><b>Care Specialist<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! Samantha comes to us with 20 years of experience in hospice, community care, independent living, and program management. She will be working closely with\u00a0<\/span><b>Sam Estrada<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0to provide the best care possible for our clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Samantha embodies a perfect blend of compassion, skill, and dedication, and we couldn\u2019t be more thrilled to have her as part of our team. Her core value is\u00a0<\/span><b>Humility<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and she enjoys taking care of people both in her professional role and at home. We know she will be a tremendous asset to our team and the families we serve.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s all extend a warm welcome to Alicia and Samantha! We are so excited to have them both as part of the Touching Hearts at Home of South Dayton family.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>A Message from Kelly George, Owner of Touching Hearts at Home of South Dayton<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we step into 2025, my heart is full of gratitude for the wonderful caregivers, clients, and families that are a part of our Touching Hearts at Home community. The past year has been filled with special moments, and I feel privileged to have witnessed the connections made and the lives touched by our services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The holiday season is a time to reflect on what matters most\u2014love, kindness, and family. I want to personally thank you for entrusting us with the care of your loved ones. It\u2019s truly an honor to be a part of your journey, and I\u2019m grateful for the opportunity to serve you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are excited for what the new year will bring and look forward to continuing to provide the highest level of care and support. On behalf of our entire team, I want to wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, and peaceful 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warm regards,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Kelly George<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Owner, Touching Hearts at Home of South Dayton<\/span><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1971","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>December Highlights Dayton, OH | Touching Hearts<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"December highlights from Touching Hearts at Home of Dayton, OH! 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