New inpatient hospice suites reflect 70 years of care and community support
Before the first patients arrive in January 2027, Christian Health Care Center is inviting the community to see what local generosity has helped make possible: nine private inpatient hospice suites designed to bring end-of-life care closer to home.
A community open house at The Hospice Suites at CHCC is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 11, from noon to 3 p.m. Visitors can preview the completed space and learn how the suites will serve patients and families throughout North Whatcom County.
For 70 years, families have turned to CHCC when a loved one needs therapeutic rehabilitation and long-term care. The new hospice suites continue that tradition while expanding options for individuals who cannot receive hospice care at home.
A place designed for patients and families
Construction began in July to renovate an underused wing of CHCC. The completed project includes private hospice suites, a family gathering room, reflection room, private bathing suite and sanctuary garden. The spaces are designed to support comfort, dignity and time together for patients and loved ones.
Through CHCC’s existing partnership with PeaceHealth Whatcom Hospice, the suites will provide an inpatient hospice option closer to home, helping North Whatcom County families spend less time traveling and more time with loved ones during life’s final moments.
“For 70 years, our community has turned to CHCC during times when loved ones need specialized care,” said Tonja Myers, LNHA, executive director of Christian Health Care Center. “These private suites build on that tradition. We hope families will take comfort in knowing they can remain closer to home, supported by a care team committed to their loved one’s dignity and comfort.”
Community generosity brings vision to life
The $1.5 million project is being funded through the Called to Care capital campaign, led by the CHCC Foundation. To date, $1.2 million has been secured toward the goal, including a $400,000 commitment from the Foundation and contributions from foundations, individuals, families, businesses and community organizations. With $300,000 remaining to reach the campaign goal, community members still have an opportunity to support this resource for North Whatcom County.
The Dec. 11 open house, free and open to the public, offers a chance to see firsthand what the community has made possible. Guests may drop in at any time between noon and 3 p.m. at CHCC, 855 Aaron Drive in Lynden. Light refreshments will be served. Please park and enter behind CHCC. No RSVP is necessary.
Learn more about The Hospice Suites at CHCC at chcclynden.org/called-to-care/.
About Christian Health Care Center
Founded in 1956, Christian Health Care Center is a locally managed nonprofit skilled nursing center in Lynden serving residents and families across Whatcom County. CHCC offers long-term care, therapeutic rehabilitation services and hospice support guided by its mission of providing skilled health care services with compassion and love in Christ’s name.
Media contact: Tonja Myers, LNHA | Executive Director | 360-354-4434 | [email protected]