Bethel - Annual donation project: hospice work

Everyone should be able to live with dignity until the end – coupled with moments that bring joy. Not to mention closeness that provides warmth and good pain relief care. This is why Bethel supports people embarking on their final journey, through a network of support for all those who are cared for at home. Inpatient-hospice facilities are also an option, if round-the-clock outpatient care is no longer feasible.

In inpatient hospices, pain and anxiety are alleviated and wishes are fulfilled. After all, every moment is precious. But there are simply not enough places. That is why Bethel is building three more hospices: in the village of Bethel, in Wandlitz and Bad Kösen. This work will cost around 19 million euros, and part of this sum can be financed with our own funds and loans. However, we are urgently seeking further donations totalling around 11 million euros.

Nobody wants to be alone at the end of their life, and many would like to live in familiar surroundings until the end. This is why Bethel offers to support people through outpatient palliative care. If there are no local friends or relatives who are able to support them to the end, our hospices can help. Staff are on hand day and night to help guests with everything. Bethel's hospices are located in several federal states. But places are limited. Patients and relatives are in need. As such, we are constructing three new buildings that are the focus of our annual donation project: "Living until the end".

In addition to providing palliative care services and hospices, specially trained doctors and countless volunteers are also crucial. Bethel runs courses and further training for them, and for relatives and friends to make it easier to cope with the situation. Pastoral care and bereavement counselling also provide support and reassurance. Bethel wants to be there for people from the beginning to the end of life.