National Hospice Month, 2007

Proclamation 8198 of October 31, 2007

National Hospice Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

One of America's greatest values is compassion, and our
country is blessed by all those who dedicate themselves
to caring for others. During National Hospice Month, we
recognize the dedicated professionals and volunteers
who provide love and comfort to those who are
terminally ill.

Across our Nation, hospice physicians, nurses,
counselors, and volunteers provide invaluable support
that enables many of our citizens to spend their final
days in comfort and dignity. By providing physical,
psychological, and social assistance, hospice care
workers help ensure their patients can spend valuable
time with loved ones. Hospice caregivers also help by
providing guidance and counseling to the families of
those who are ill.

Our Nation is committed to helping ensure that citizens
with terminal illness and their families receive the
assistance they need. We believe in the dignity and
worth of every person at every stage of life, and
hospice care brings support and comfort to those in
need.

Hospice care professionals and volunteers are answering
a timeless call to love their neighbors as themselves.
During National Hospice Month, we recognize these
individuals for their strength and compassion. Their
efforts make our country a more loving and caring
place.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the
United States of America, by virtue of the authority
vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United
States, do hereby proclaim November 2007 as National
Hospice Month. I encourage all Americans to observe
this month with appropriate programs and activities. I
also ask Americans to recognize our health care
professionals and volunteers for their contributions to
helping provide comfort and care to those facing
terminal illness.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
thirty-first day of October, in the year of our Lord
two thousand seven, and of the Independence of the
United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.