LEXINGTON – Hospice of Davidson County, a non-profit, United Way agency, was the recent recipient of a generous donation from Mr. and Mrs. Ian Silversides of Lexington.

The $250,000 contribution will be allocated to project costs incurred during the construction of The Henry Etta and Bruce Hinkle Hospice House, the county’s first 12-bed inpatient facility.

Talmadge Hinkle Silversides is the daughter of the late Henry Etta and Bruce Hinkle, who were supporters of the agency since its inception. Henry Etta Hinkle was an advocate for quality, end-of-life care and was named honorary chairwoman of the agency’s capital campaign prior to her death in December 2005.

“We are so honored by this significant gift,” said agency CEO Lisa Hathaway. “Talmadge and the Hinkle family have been so supportive of our mission. We are exceedingly fortunate to have their continued involvement and support.”

In 2009, the agency provided care to over 500 terminally ill Davidson County residents. Of those, 200 were cared for at the Hinkle Hospice House which accepted its first patient in March 2009.

For more information regarding opportunities for involvement or to learn more about programs and services contact Laura Owen, Director of Communications and Development at 336-474-2078 or lowen@hospiceofdavidson.org.