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Sometimes it comes as an overwhelming surprise, a letter arrives at the office addressed to St. Francis Reflections Foundation which shares with us that a lovely individual who has passed away wanted to remember us. When this happens it truly makes each person reflect on how this remembrance came to be. In looking back on our relationship with the donor we may see patterns of giving. Maybe they made a regular annual gift, or they may have sporadically supported particular programs they loved. It may even have record of them telling someone in the past that they were leaving a legacy for the organization, but one thing is certain – they were a part of the St Francis Family while they were alive and will continue to be long into the future.

When someone treats St. Francis Reflections like a part of their family and leaves a part of their life’s work for us to continue the mission, it is humbling. We take seriously the use and commitment of those dollars. True philanthropy and benevolence is sharing what you have to care for people you will never meet. As we look to the future we know that more individuals will honor St. Francis with these Legacy gifts, and when they do find their way to us we will endeavor to fulfill the Legacy of bringing life and love to each of the patients we serve. That is a Legacy of Life.

 Reflections of Life Articles: Fall 2023

DASH to Celebrate Veterans Day 2023

What could be better than enjoying sunshine and fresh air with your family and friends in a beautiful park while honoring local Veterans? At 7:30 am on November 11, 2023, The DASH in Life 5K will kick-off a full day of Veterans Day activities at Brevard Veterans Memorial Park. This idyllic course is flat, scenic, …

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Life Changing Gift of Dignity

Meet Brodie and Beau, brothers who both live with a disease that deteriorates their muscles to the point that they are unable to hold themselves up in a chair. Although their minds are active and their attitudes are bright, they are physically challenged and unable vocalize their needs. Their devoted mother, Melanie Armistead, relies heavily …

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Serving Brevard for 45 years

What began as a dream of helping neighbors almost fifty years ago is turning 45 this year. Emilie Sasko was a nurse, volunteer, mother of 12 and a dreamer. She had a dream that she was being called to create a hospice, and supported by her deep faith, family and friends, founded the second hospice …

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When Angels Get Their WINGS

Wonderful. Inspiring. Notable. Gracious. Service. These words are frequently used to describe our staff at St. Francis Reflections Lifestage Care. We treasure these words in our hearts. Another phrase that we often hear from patients and families is, “You are our Angels.” “You are our Angels” inspired the WINGS Recognition Program. WINGS was created to …

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Memorial Day to Remember

By: Chandler Langevin, Veteran Services Coordinator Memorial Day is a very sacred time for staff and volunteers at St. Francis Reflections. As part of our ongoing commitment to Veterans, we traveled throughout Brevard County to render honors to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Here are some of my highlights from the …

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We LOVE our Volunteers

Our volunteers are a diverse array of caring individuals including working professionals, retirees, stay-at-home parents, students, and people who are exploring new careers and building new skill sets. Those who are interested in volunteering must be dependable, friendly and compassionate. It is not necessary to have medical or hospice experience. Each volunteer is asked to …

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The Staircase

Michael Brian Horton May 30, 2016 Last night I had myself a dreamI still can see it nowA staircase stood before meSpiraling up into the cloudsIts wood was worn and weatheredBut had stood the tests of timeAnd I came upon a young man thereAs I began to climbHis uniform colonialHis tri cornered hat pulled downHe …

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