[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 121, 110th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8198--OCT. 31, 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.

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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.
GEORGE W. BUSH