How do you say thank you to people (staff) that made something so difficult much easier to deal with, from our whole family God Bless RTA Hospice and the world is a better place because of people like you who honestly care for the people, not one thing could improve your services.

I knew nothing about hospice. It was well explained to me, when I heard the statement we do nothing to shorten life neither do we do anything to prolong life. The service we received convinced me that my wife was without pain. She passed on peacefully in the presence of myself and two children. It was a sad moment but also a blessing. She had gone eleven days without eating and no water except to cure her dry lips and mouth. I have nothing but the highest praise of RTA.

RTA Hospice was wonderful with not only my mother but the rest of the family as well. When mom died and we called them, the nurse was here in a matter of minutes and lovingly and gently took charge of what needed to be done. Everyone who came to care for her was wonderful, gentle, and loving. They helped her and her family through a very difficult time so mom could go with grace and dignity. I cannot thank you enough. They have also called us, the family, since her death to make sure we were coping with the loss.

I was very pleased and thankful for all the people who came from hospice to help keep my husband comfortable until his death and also to help me cope and deal with stress during his final days

RTA Hospice workers simply came in and removed the burden from me. I didn't even realize I had such a burden until it was gone! It left me with the freedom to just talk to my father and not be worried, concerned, bothered, etc. about the care he was receiving. I knew he was receiving the best care this side of heaven.

I can't think of one thing that hospice could have done better for my mother and family. They always acted in a professional manner whatever their job was, including the volunteers. I honestly don't know what I would have done without them.

My husband received hospice care for approximately one week before dying. My greatest regret is that we were not told of the availability of hospice care sooner. It was purely happenstance that we heard of hospice at all. How many more families might there be like ours, fighting the battle alone never realizing such help might be near or at hand.

This was a very positive experience from the beginning. It started with the nurse. Everyone on the entire RTA Hospice organization was caring, compassionate, and very helpful during the entire time. If death had to be, which was determined by the attending doctors, then I couldnt imagine a better way to go than with the assistance of your group.

Although hospice was called for only the last several days of illness, I dont know what we would have done without them.

There are no words to express how grateful I am that an organization and staff like yours is available. My father received excellent treatment and council to the end. Your staff helped me understand the process and what to expect at each stage. My dad and I could not have gotten through this without hospice. If human angels walk this earth, their names are: Terri Belshe, Bobbie Herbold, Diane Souder, Karen Maranville and Betty Connor.

We are very pleased and feel your program is great. We could never ask for such caring, loving people, only God can give them the rewards due them. Thanks to all of you. You are wonderful.

We were very satisfied with all the information and help that we received. Our nurse was wonderful, friendly, courteous and caring. We could not have gotten better care anywhere else. We will recommend Hospice to others. We thank all the workers that helped us. They gave encouragement and help without thought to lateness of the hour. Whenever we called, they were ready to help.

We are so grateful to each of you. I truly do not know how I would have managed without you. Everyone is so loving and caring, and supportive. And the hugs are kinda nice, too. Again, thank you.

Your staff and service were truly outstanding. They make a very difficult time more bearable. They, for a brief period of time, became part of our family. They are in every sense of the word, dedicated people, who will always have a special place in my heart.

I really felt like everyone offered a lot of love and support. They calmed me when I was scared with anxiety and uncertain feelings. They became good friends.

I don't know that there is anything the staff could further do for the patient or family. However, I do feel that with all the hours put in caring so much for everyone, the staff really needs to be taking care of themselves. They really are angels walking this earth with us, helping prepare for our future.

I am indeed indebted to RTA Hospice whose employees swept into our lives and took over like an extended family, providing thorough, but loving care for my father, and giving me permission (a directive) to "get away for awhile", knowing that while I was away, my father was actually receiving better care than I was capable of providing. I am sure I would have experienced at least a physical breakdown without the assistance we received. I am so grateful for hospice, you made possible the fulfillment of my word to my father that he would remain in his own home as long as possible. You made that possible.

We could not have survived the loss of our father without the help of hospice. They were so very helpful and understanding. They were always there when we needed help taking care of our father. Thanks for helping our father pass to the other side in the most peaceful and painless way.

Hospice is one of the finest organizations I have ever come in contact with, and until the illness of my dad, I had never heard of them. The loving care and concern that they showed my dad and our family was unbelievable. I surely believe they were an answer to a prayer. I only have the highest regards and thoughts to your staff. I wish I were financially able to help support your group, but I am not, so I will hold you all up in prayer. Thank you so much for all you did and especially for allowing dad to die in his home which was his heart's desire.