Local editor and publisher Lisa Browning has announced she will be collecting stories of “hope” in order to publish an anthology with 100 per cent of net proceeds to benefit Hospice Wellington’s programs, services and residence.
Through her company, One Thousand Trees, Browning will cover all publishing costs, and donate books for Hospice Wellington to sell.
“I was so impressed by the care and compassion received at Hospice Wellington for my father, that I knew I wanted to do something on an ongoing basis in support of this incredible organization,” Browning said.
Browning’s experience with Hospice Wellington started in July 2015 when her 94-year old father, Jack Tripp, collapsed in his house in Cambridge and was taken to hospital by ambulance. After a week in the hospital, Tripp’s condition worsened. His family knew that he did not want any extraordinary measures taken to prolong his life. The treatment at the hospital was very invasive, due to the type of medication that he required.
The difficult decision was made by Tripp’s family to discontinue all medication and to provide palliative care. On Aug. 3, they made an application to Hospice Wellington on his behalf, and Tripp was transported to the residence on the corner of Kortright Road and Scottsdale Drive in Guelph the next day. Tripp stayed at Hospice Wellington for over two weeks in comfort, surrounded by family in the peaceful and home-like environment.
“From the moment I walked in the door of Hospice Wellington, I sensed beauty and peace,” Browning said. “My father received phenomenal care, and it made his last days so much easier, for him and for our family.”
Browning passed away on Aug. 21, 2015.
Browning is currently seeking stories for the anthology that are true, personal, uplifting and anything that demonstrates hope, faith or miracles.
Those interested in submitting a story contact Lisa at lisa@onethousandtrees.com for further details.
Todd Fraleigh, executive director of Hospice Wellington, is looking forward to receiving the books.
“It is a great way to raise funds for Hospice,” he said. “The idea of stories of hope fits very well with Hospice Wellington’s mission, vision and values.”
