As we wrap up November as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, I would like to express my gratitude for our community’s support of Hospice Services of Lake County since 1979 and for our opportunity to serve the people of Lake County.

Because of our wonderful community, our partners, staff, volunteers and supporters, we are fortunate to continue our compassionate work.

Hospice Services of Lake County has a fantastic group of people performing the day-to-day tasks involved in caring for individuals with terminal illnesses or life-threatening injuries and in supporting their loved ones.

It is difficult yet rewarding work, and we are grateful to be able to provide the care and compassion in our community.

Our Hospice “family” includes our health care providers, social workers, counselors, and volunteers, as well as the many community partners, donors and supporters.

Repeating a message I shared earlier this month, the Hospice Services of Lake County staff and I encourage you to know your options for care and to share your wishes with family, loved ones and your professional health care providers. We have many services to assist you.

We invite you to see how our compassionate team can assist you and your loved ones. We are happy to talk with you about the services that we provide and how we can help. Call us at 707-263-6222, or visit us at 1862 Parallel Drive, Lakeport. Additional information is also available on our website, www.lakecountyhospice.org .

Thank you, Lake County, and Happy Thanksgiving!

Corrigan Gommenginger is a Certified Hospice Administrator and the chief executive officer for Hospice Services of Lake County, Calif.