The Aroostook Hospice Foundation hosted its annual Remembrance Way Memorial Garden and Pathway dedication ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Aroostook House of Comfort in Presque Isle.
The touching event was held at the gazebo and brought together families and friends to honor the memory of their loved ones.
This year’s ceremony featured the dedication of 24 new stones, three benches and two gardens, each thoughtfully personalized to celebrate the lives and legacies they represent. The gathering included heartfelt moments of music, reflection and fellowship, with red and white roses placed at each newly dedicated site as a timeless symbol of love and remembrance.
“The Remembrance Way is more than just a garden and walkway, it is a place of healing, hope, and connection,” said Abbey Clair, executive director of the Aroostook Hospice Foundation. “Each dedication carries a story, and it’s an honor to provide families with a space where their loved ones’ memories are celebrated and preserved.”
The Remembrance Way Memorial Garden and Pathway is a deeply meaningful tribute and a vital part of the Aroostook House of Comfort’s mission.
As a nonprofit organization, the Aroostook Hospice Foundation relies on community support and donations to fund its compassionate care services, operational costs, and Charity Care funding. Fundraising efforts like the Remembrance Way Dedication, Golf Classic, and Walk for Hospice ensure the sustainability of their services and mission.
To learn more about supporting the Aroostook Hospice Foundation through a contribution to the Remembrance Way Memorial Garden and Pathway, visit www.aroostookhouseofcomfort.org/remembranceway or contact Clair at abbey@aroostookhouseofcomfort.org or 207-299-2053.
The Aroostook House of Comfort is the sole inpatient hospice facility north of Augusta and is owned by the Aroostook Hospice Foundation. Northern Light Home Care and Hospice, the longest serving Medicare-certified hospice agency in Aroostook County, oversees the hands-on hospice care and staffing.
