My mom, Alma, spent her life bringing people together, whether as a teacher or by founding a community choir that continues today. During her final journey with cancer, Chatham-Kent Hospice gave our family the gift of compassionate care, comfort, and support. From celebrating her 87th birthday to the simple kindness of shared meals and grief counselling, Hospice cared for all of us, allowing me to focus on being with my mom. I will always be grateful for the community and compassion that carried us through the hardest days.