Announcements

Jane D. McGowan, MSc, BSc, PgDip, RGN, NNEB, SPQ, Specialism Palliative Care 7 Glen Trool Walk, Kilmarnock On the occasion of my leaving Lizdean Nursing Home after 23 years as matron/owner and the past year as matron/manager, I would like to thank the family and friends of all my patients present and past for allowing me the honour and privilege of caring for their loved ones over the years. Every patient I cared for was an inspiration with their wisdom and strength, and so many of their families are lifelong friends. It truly was a family home with my mum cooking and my dad playing his accordion. Gerry (matron’s husband!), my sons Jim and Gerard, who like their dad, helped in every way possible and from me, we wish to say a huge thank you. Our lives are richer for all the wonderful people we cared for and the lifelong experiences and wisdom they imparted. They will live in our hearts forever. I would also like to thank all the professionals I have had the pleasure of working with over the years, many I now regard as friends. Thank you. My family and I wish you all good health and happiness. Jane.