Walking path connects Hospice to TuscBDD

Walking path connects Hospice to TuscBDD
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The Tuscarawas County Board of Developmental Disabilities and Community Hospice have announced the opening of the newly built walking path, which connects the two campuses.

                        

The Tuscarawas County Board of Developmental Disabilities and Community Hospice have announced the opening of the newly built walking path, which connects the two campuses.

The organizations are surrounded by lush, green woods that were virtually inaccessible before the construction of the walking/bereavement path. The landscaped path is a quiet place where people can access walking and sitting areas that offer a quiet retreat for calming moments.

Over the past year, plans were drawn, and the path was constructed so that people being supported, staff from both organizations and people from neighboring businesses could utilize the space for a place of comfort and respite as well as exercise.

“Oftentimes the people that we support need a place to take a break from grieving, and taking a walk seems to help quite a bit,” said Mark Mckenzie, Community Hospice facility care manager. “The new path is perfect for people who want to get outside for fresh air and find a little bit of peace.”

TuscBDD has specific programs that encourage staff and community members to get active through walking and fitness. TuscBDD offers staff members a holistic wellness program that outlines monthly fitness challenges, which include activities that range from walking and strength training to yoga and meditation.

TuscBDD is a sponsor of the OSU Extension Fit Youth Initiative’s annual community summer walking program, which encourages all people in the community to increase their daily walking.

“This is a great addition for our staff members and for the people that we support as well,” TuscBDD Superintendent Nate Kamban said. “It is really nice for the neighboring provider agencies because they can now take people that they support on a relaxing nature walk throughout the day without having to utilize transportation.”

Community Hospice Truman House is a state-of-the-art care setting, designed specifically to promote comfort, family and peace. It is a place where everyone is committed to supporting the patient physically, emotionally and spiritually, and anytime is visiting time.

The grounds at Truman House include many serene areas such as an enclosed courtyard, water fountains, outdoor gardens and meandering walkways. This new addition will provide yet another opportunity for patients and families to come together to enjoy the outdoors.

Community Hospice is located at 716 Commercial Ave SW, New Philadelphia.


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