The Garden of Hope and Courage

What is the Garden of Hope and Courage?

The Garden of Hope and Courage (GOHAC) is a 2.5 acre healing sanctuary and memorial for Jan Emfield who passed away from breast cancer in 1994. After 13 years of fundraising, research and development, the Garden officially opened October 26, 2006 on the Naples Community Hospital Campus. The garden consists of a formal garden, children’s garden, an open air social pavilion, and holds a one-acre lake as its centerpiece

It is inspired by Jan and the great courage of women faced with breast cancer, as well as all whose lives have been touched by this horrific disease. There is a tremendous need on every hospital campus for such a place because hope, courage and simply taking the time for quiet reflection and prayer are all so critical in the healing process, profoundly affecting the mind, body and soul. By blending water, plants, sculpture and the natural topography of the earth into a therapeutic retreat, the garden offers patients a chance to reduce their negative emotions and stress. The GOHAC will serve as a living testament to courage, compassion, hope and love.

Our Executive Offices are located in the Third Street South shopping district at:
1177 Third St. South, Naples, FL 34102 (239) 434-6697 / Fax (239) 732-8880
amy@gardenofhopeandcourage.org

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