The day that changed everything
Marie Burgess Marie Burgess

The day that changed everything

Ten years ago, my four-year-old son Harvey died at home under the compassionate care of Chesapeake Kids, the pediatric hospice program at Hospice of the Chesapeake. Hospice gave us the priceless gifts of time and connection—relieving us of medical burdens so we could focus on creating lasting memories together. Today, I honor Harvey’s memory by helping others navigate grief, teaching that within the pain, there is also enduring love. This is my “gift in grief”—a gift from Harvey that I carry forward every day.

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Camp Nabi 2023 Complete Reflections
Marie Burgess Marie Burgess

Camp Nabi 2023 Complete Reflections

Camp Nabi is an Overnight Grief Camp for Children & Teens facilitated by Hospice of the Chesapeake. I volunteered for the first time in 2023 and it was life changing in the best way.

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Camp Nabi: A Life Changing Experience
Marie Burgess Marie Burgess

Camp Nabi: A Life Changing Experience

Camp Nabi is an Overnight Grief Camp for Children & Teens facilitated by Hospice of the Chesapeake. Marie volunteered in the role of “Big Buddy." It was an awe-inspiring weekend.

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