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Jaxon’s Journey to Finding New Hope
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In a quiet suburban neighborhood, eight-year-old Jaxon and his family faced a difficult journey. Jaxon’s father, Sam, had been battling a serious illness, and the time had come to seek hospice services. The family chose Delaware Hospice based on a colleague’s recommendation and high regard for New Hope, dedicated to supporting children as they navigated the complex emotions surrounding the impending loss of a loved one.
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Before Sam’s hospice services began, a compassionate New Hope counselor reached out to young Jaxon. The counselor, with a gentle and understanding demeanor, spoke with Jaxon about what he was feeling regarding his father’s illness. This initial conversation allowed Jaxon to open up about his worries, fears, and confusion, which built a strong rapport between him and the counselor. Jaxon’s mother, seeing how New Hope provided emotional support for Jaxon, also sought assistance for herself, recognizing that her younger son had questions of his own about their dad. The New Hope counselor extended their support to the entire family, helping them understand and cope with the impending loss. (continued on page 3)