GREENSBURG, IN – The Hospital Foundation of Decatur in partnership with the Luke O’Mara
Foundation are proud to announce the establishment of the Remembrance Garden Fund. The fund will
support the creation and continuation of the garden on the Decatur County Memorial Hospital
campus.
“Miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss is prevalent in our community and this garden recognizes
that and provides the physical space for families to reflect, remember and find comfort in knowing they
are not alone,” Amy O’Mara stated when asked why the project was important to her and our
community. “Losing a child is heart wrenching, an unimaginable loss. People often do not know what to
say to you or how to act around you. This leaves you feeling very alone in your grief and how to get
through during the darkness. Being close to nature, brings a sense of peace and comfort to your soul.”“The Remembrance Garden Fund is an important addition to our current walking trail,” said
Mandy Lohrum, Director for the Foundation, “and the Foundation is so grateful for generous community
members. This garden will impact so many lives in our community and allow for a space to reflect.”
Every contribution made is matched dollar for dollar up to $20,000, and will allow the project to be fully
funded. Giving to the Remembrance Fund allows donors to make a difference in the lives of those in our
community. Monies in addition to the creation of the garden will allow for potential add-ons to the
space, and projects related to infant loss support to our community. The garden will support the
estimated 1 in 4 individuals and families whose lives are affected by the loss of a child.
“The loss never ceases to exist. Over time, you figure out how to manage your new life, but it is always
there, and grief can hit you out of nowhere. Having continual supportive resources in our area is most
beneficial for those experiencing loss. This would be a vital component in helping with mental health in
bereaving families in our community. It could also be a gathering place for families to grieve together
the children they never got to know and help in their healing process,” stated Amy O’Mara.
The Hospital Foundation of Decatur County was founded in 1992 as a 501(c)3 organization to provide
additional financial support for the healthcare initiatives of Decatur County Memorial Hospital. Donations can be made online at dcmh.net/foundation or through the Foundation office, located at 720
N. Lincoln Street, Greensburg, IN 47240. The Hospital Foundation of Decatur County may be reached at
812-663-1220.