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SamaritanNJ.org 51We Honor VeteransSamaritan is committed to honoring our nation%u2019s veterans and their families. We provide care that recognizes each veteran%u2019s distinctive needs through serious illness, end of life, and grief.We focus on respectful inquiry, compassionate listening, and grateful acknowledgement.HIGHLIGHTS:%u2022 Admission process integrating military history, culture, and experiences into personalized care plan.%u2022 Assistance enrolling /accessing VA services and benefits: Health, Funeral, and/or Spousal/Survivor benefits.%u2022 Assistance with replacement /presentation of lost medals.%u2022 Referrals to community services as needed.%u2022 Story sharing/listening/preserving military experiences for family legacy, Library of Congress archives, etc.%u2022 Grateful recognition through cards, tribute ceremony, certificates, pinning, blankets, and observance of Memorial Day and Veterans Day %u2013 in the community and at bedside.%u2022 Recruitment and training of veteran-to-veteran patient volunteers who are empathetic to the special experiences and concerns of veterans.LET YOUR HOSPICE TEAM KNOW WHEN YOU ARE READY TO TALK ABOUT:%u2022 Sharing your military stories/experiences.%u2022 Accessing any VA benefits to which you are entitled. %u2022 Arranging a tribute ceremony.%u2022 Benefits for your spouse.%u2022 Funeral planning/benefits.