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December 10, 2007 - HOSPICE CUP XXVII - AMERICA'S LARGEST CHARITY REGATTA - TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 27, 2008, IN ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND
October 17, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE'S RESALE SHOP HOLDS ANNUAL SANTA CLAUS RAFFLE
September 17, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD ELECTIONS
September 13, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE AUXILIARY WILL HOST FIRST-EVER FALL KITCHEN FEST
August 1, 2007 - JOHN AND ARLOINE MANDRIN CHESAPEAKE HOSPICE HOUSE RECEIVES CADA ARTWORK
July 30, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES RECENT PROMOTION
July 18, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES PARTICIPATION IN ANNUAL HOSPICE CUP REGATTA
July 16, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE VOLUNTEER INFORMATION NIGHT
July 11, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD MEMBERS AND ELECTIONS
May 23, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES TEEN BEREAVEMENT RETREAT
May 21, 2007 - BEACON OF HOPE GALA RAISES A RECORD BREAKING $350,000
May 14, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE EXPANDS SENIOR LEADERSHIP
April 25, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES RECENT PROMOTION
March 12, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE'S CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER RECEIVES CERTIFICATION IN HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE MEDICINE
February 12, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE AND RIDGELY RETREAT ANNOUNCE MONTHLY "NIA FOR HEALING" SESSIONS
February 2, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE OFFERS SPEAKERS BUREAU
February 1, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES $20,000 RAFFLE FOR BEACON OF HOPE GALA
January 11, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE SEEKS SPONSORS FOR ANNUAL BEACON OF HOPE GALA
December 10, 2007 - HOSPICE CUP XXVII - AMERICA'S LARGEST CHARITY REGATTA - TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 27, 2008, IN ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND
The race marks twenty-seven years of racing to raise funds to support Hospice programs in local communities around the Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC areas.
The Hospice Cup XXVII - America's largest charity regatta - will be on Saturday, September 27, 2008. Entering its 27th year of racing on the Chesapeake Bay, to date the Hospice Cup has raised over $7 million to support Hospice programs in local communities around the Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC areas.
In 2007, over $440,000 was raised by Hospice Cup XXVI sponsors, donors and participating fundraising sailing teams. Fundraising for the Hospice Cup is structured to ensure that funds are generated on behalf of each of the participating Hospices. The annual Hospice Cup race is a cooperative effort of Shearwater Sailing Club - an organization created in 1982 specifically for the race - the Hospice Cup, Inc. (HCI) Board and Executive Director, volunteers, and area hospices.
Hospice Cup Executive Director Karma O'Neill states, "Plans for this year's Hospice Cup are underway. For 2008 we are planning new activities that promote awareness of Hospice Care and celebrate the Regatta's fundraising efforts. Additionally, we are hoping to attract new participants from the many Chesapeake Bay boat and social clubs to join in the Regatta"
Hospice Cup President Cullen Murray states, "We are grateful to the sailors, our donors, our board members, the participating hospices, and the many volunteers that help to make this event possible. With the dedicated support of every individual, the funds we've raised during the past 27 years have infinitely helped area hospices to give their patients, and their caregivers, the support and comfort they need to ensure quality end-of-life care."
The Hospice Cup race serves as the local qualifying race for the National Hospice Regatta Championship. Winners from each of the twenty-four hospice regattas from around the United States compete annually and are all members of the National Hospice Regatta Alliance. The championship race for the 2007 qualifiers will be held May 9-11, 2008, in Annapolis, Maryland.
Supporting Hospice Cup means that there will continue to be no out-of-pocket expenses for any patient or family seeking the services of one of the participating hospices. Hospice Cup funds help pay the 25 to 30 percent of the expenses not covered by Medicare or private insurance. These dollars enable the hospices to provide skilled compassionate care, comfort and dignity to the terminally ill, their families and friends, regardless of their ability to pay. Hospice enables patients to carry on alert, pain-free lives so their last days may be spent in comfort, at home or in home-like settings. Hospice care concentrates on care, not cure. Bereavement counseling and support groups are part of hospice services after the loss of a loved one.
The 2008 participating hospices which include: Hospice of the Chesapeake, Capital Hospice, Montgomery Hospice, Calvert Hospice, and Community Hospices, must meet the standards of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. Hospice Cup, Inc. is a proud member of the National Hospice Regatta Alliance, www.hospiceregattas.org.
The Hospice Cup is sanctioned by the Chesapeake Bay Yacht Racing Association (CBYRA) and counts for CBYRA season-long High Point competition. Hospice Cup, Inc. is a non-profit organization chartered under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia for the purposes of conducting a benefit yacht race and related events. Net proceeds are disbursed to the participating hospices on a pro-rated basis.
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October 17, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE'S RESALE SHOP HOLDS ANNUAL SANTA CLAUS RAFFLE
Chesapeake Treasures, the resale shop to benefit Hospice of the Chesapeake, is holding a Santa Claus raffle through
December 3, 2007. Tickets are $1 each or $5 for six and can be bought at Chesapeake Treasures.
For the 12th year, Chesapeake Treasures volunteer Virginia McConnell of Severna Park has
donated a hand-made traditional Santa Claus doll to the shop for the annual holiday raffle. Ms. McConnell is the owner of
Crafty Grannies - Yes Mrs. Claus, there is a Virginia. The proceeds from the raffle benefit Chesapeake Treasures.
The store, which is staffed and managed by volunteers, is located in the Park Plaza Shopping Center in Severna Park. All
proceeds from Chesapeake Treasures are donated to Hospice of the Chesapeake. Chesapeake Treasures is open Monday through
Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursdays until 7 p.m. For more information, please call 410-384-9260.
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September 17, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD ELECTIONS
Hospice of the Chesapeake announces elections to its Boards of Directors: Sandra Dillon Anderson and Raymond E. Streib.
Sandra Dillon Anderson, of Severna Park, is a Community Relations Specialist with the Chesapeake Bay Group of Comcast. She joined Comcast more than five years ago after previously working 15 years in development, public relations and marketing positions for local non-profit organizations. Ms. Anderson is on the board of directors for the YWCA of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, and volunteers for Anne Arundel Medical Center, the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce and Leadership Anne Arundel.
Raymond E. Streib, of Severn, is the Principal/Owner of Development Facilitators, Inc. (DFI). Founded 29 years ago, DFI is a full-service Civil Consulting Engineering, Land Development Management, Surveying and Construction Management and Inspection firm. Mr. Streib was employed by the Bureau of Engineering for the Department of Public Works of Anne Arundel County prior to DFI. He is a member of the Glen Burnie Rotary Club and is a past District Governor, the Northern Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce, the Glen Burnie High School Business Advisory Board and the Baltimore Washington Medical Center Foundation Major Gifts Committee.
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September 13, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE AUXILIARY WILL HOST FIRST-EVER FALL KITCHEN FEST
The Hospice of the Chesapeake Auxiliary will host the first-ever Fall Kitchen Fest to take place on Saturday, October 20,
2007 in Arnold.
The Fall Kitchen Fest will include a program featuring area kitchen designers, a luncheon and tours of remodeled kitchens
in the Severn River community of Glen Oban.
Registration begins at 10 a.m. at Café Bretton located at 849 B&A Blvd. in Severna Park and the program begins at 10:30
a.m. Lunch, provided by Café Bretton, will be served at 12:30 p.m. The kitchen tours of Glen Oban will take place from
2 to 5 p.m.
The full package cost is $55 and includes the morning program with kitchen design speakers, the luncheon, and the afternoon
kitchen tours. Tours of the kitchens cost $25 in advance and $30 at the door. The deadline to register for the full
package is Saturday, October 13, 2007. Please make checks payable to Hospice of the Chesapeake Auxiliary
and send to Vesta Phiel, 1342 Kinloch Circle, Arnold, Maryland 21012.
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August 1, 2007 - JOHN AND ARLOINE MANDRIN CHESAPEAKE HOSPICE HOUSE RECEIVES CADA ARTWORK
Capital Area Decorative Artisans (CADA) recently donated 10 pieces of artwork to the John & Arloine Mandrin Chesapeake Hospice House in
Harwood, owned and operated by Hospice of the Chesapeake. The paintings were created using acrylic, water-based, non-toxic paint on
3' x 4' canvases.
CADA President Mary Steingesser and Co-Chairs Melanie Kershner and Linda O'Neill presented and installed the paintings in the patient
bedrooms and common areas. CADA selected Hospice of the Chesapeake as their annual community service project at the request of Ms.
Kershner. After her sister received hospice care in New York, Ms. Kershner believed focusing on Hospice of the Chesapeake for this
year's community service project would be a worthwhile and rewarding experience.
Hospice of the Chesapeake is extremely grateful as the 2007 recipient of CADA's talent and generosity. The beautiful artwork on the walls of
the John & Arloine Mandrin Chesapeake Hospice House is certain to bring feelings of peace and serenity to all current and future patients.
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July 30, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES RECENT PROMOTION
Hospice of the Chesapeake announces the recent promotion of Dana Disborough to Director of Public Relations.
Ms. Disborough, of Crofton, was most recently Public Relations Manager for Anne Arundel County. In her current role, she has increased her responsibilities with media relations, community outreach and education, collateral production and Web site management in both Anne Arundel and Prince George's Counties. She also supervises volunteers and interns for the department. She has been employed by Hospice of the Chesapeake since June 2003.
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July 18, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES PARTICIPATION IN ANNUAL HOSPICE CUP REGATTA
Hospice of the Chesapeake will participate in Hospice Cup XXVI. The annual sailing regatta will take place on Saturday, September 8, 2007
on the Chesapeake Bay, near Annapolis, Maryland. Proceeds from Hospice Cup XXVI will be used to support Hospice of the Chesapeake's programs
and services in Anne Arundel and Prince George's Counties.
Hospice Cup is America's largest and oldest charity regatta and serves as a local qualifying race for the National Hospice Regatta
Championship. The fundraising regatta benefits hospices serving Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. With five regional hospices
involved, Hospice of the Chesapeake is the lead fundraising participant for Hospice Cup.
Hospice Cup is sanctioned by the Chesapeake Bay Yacht Racing Association (CBYRA) and counts for CBYRA season-long High Point competition.
The race is hosted by Shearwater Sailing Club. Individuals and organizations are invited to become sponsors or spectators by cruising on a
spectator boat during the race or attending the shore party at Atria Manresa.
For more information about Hospice of the Chesapeake's participation in Hospice Cup XXVI, please contact Abigail Fowlkes at 443-837-1559 or
afowlkes@hospicechesapeake.org.
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July 16, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE VOLUNTEER INFORMATION NIGHT
Hospice of the Chesapeake will offer a Volunteer Information Night for prospective volunteers on Wednesday, August 15, 2007 from 7 - 9 p.m.
at 445 Defense Highway in Annapolis.
Volunteer opportunities include patient care and bereavement support, office support, and community outreach. In a relaxed and informal
setting, the Hospice staff will discuss the various volunteer opportunities available and answer questions. Refreshments will be served.
For more information or to register, please contact Director of Volunteers Kathy Bourgard at 443-837-1549 or
kbourgard@hospicechesapeake.org.
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July 11, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD MEMBERS AND ELECTIONS
(Annapolis, MD, July 11, 2007) - Hospice of the Chesapeake announces elections and new members to its Boards of Directors.
Elected for the 2007 - 2008 Board of Directors officer positions:
- Chairman Stanley J. Klos, Esq., of O'Malley, Miles, Nylen and Gilmore, P.A.
- Immediate Past-Chairman Jeffery McKnight, Principal, Safe Harbour3, LLC
- Vice-Chairman Rev. Dr. James G. Kirk, S.T.D., Retired Pastor
- Secretary Elizabeth Appel, Department Chair & Assistant Professor, Human Services, Anne Arundel Community College
- Treasurer Kathleen McCollum, Vice President, Baltimore Washington Medical Center and
- Member-at-Large of the Executive Committee Tricia Lehmann, Account Manager, Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield.
New members to the Hospice of the Chesapeake Board of Directors: Kendel S. Ehrlich, Roderick J. Isler and William F. Williams.
Kendel S. Ehrlich, of Annapolis, is the Former First Lady for the State of Maryland. Ms. Ehrlich earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminal
Justice from the University of Delaware and her juris doctorate degree from the University of Baltimore Law School.
Roderick J. Isler, of Annapolis, is the Vice President and General Manager of the Integrated Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance
(ISR) Systems division of General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems. He completed his 34-year career with the U.S. Army in 2002 with the
rank of Major General. His undergraduate degree of business administration was accomplished at the University of Maryland and his graduate
degree of public administration is from Shippensburg University.
William F. Williams, of Laurel, is the past President of the consulting business Paragon MSS. He also worked as the associate director and
deputy associate director for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). He also currently serves as a member of the Hospice of the
Chesapeake Prince George's Advisory Committee and is the chairman of the Board of Directors of Laurel Regional Hospital.
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Hospice of the Chesapeake improves the quality of life for those in our communities experiencing advanced illness or
bereavement through hospice and other palliative care, compassionate support and education.
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May 23, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES TEEN BEREAVEMENT RETREAT
Phoenix Rising to help grieving teens in Anne Arundel, Prince George's Counties, and beyond
Hospice of the Chesapeake is now accepting applications for Phoenix Rising, a weekend retreat for teens
grieving the loss of a loved one.
Phoenix Rising will kick-off its sixth season July 20 - 22, 2007, starting at 5 p.m. on Friday and ending
at 2 p.m. on Sunday. The weekend retreat will be held at Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, 975
Indian Landing Road in Millersville, MD.
Especially designed for students in 9th through 12th grades, Phoenix Rising provides a challenging and
interactive program supported by a professional staff and team of trained volunteers to help teens:
- Share feelings and memories in a safe, accepting environment
- Find out that they are not alone in this experience
- Learn about grief
- Explore appropriate coping strategies in dealing with grief
- Make new friends and have fun
A Phoenix Rising participant said, "I learned that not everyone feels the same when grieving, some feel
angry, some sad or guilty, and no matter what I feel that is different, I'm still normal."
For more information or to register for Phoenix Rising, please call Hospice of the Chesapeake's
Spiritual & Bereavement Care Center at 410-987-2129.
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May 21, 2007 - BEACON OF HOPE GALA RAISES A RECORD BREAKING $350,000
Hospice of the Chesapeake's 2007 Beacon of Hope Gala drew more than 700 local supporters and raised
$350,000 for programs and services throughout Anne Arundel and Prince George's Counties.
Brian and Martha Gibbons were the honorees and Michael DeStefano of Sturbridge Homes was the honorary
chair. Georgie Clark was the chairperson for this year's volunteer committee.
The 11th annual event was held on Saturday, April 21, 2007 at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.
Entertainment was provided by Radio City and attendees enjoyed a fabulous dinner, an exciting live
auction and a special performance by magician/mind-reader Chris Dugdale.
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May 14, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE EXPANDS SENIOR LEADERSHIP
Hospice of the Chesapeake has hired Michael McHale as the organization's first Chief Operating Officer
and Deborah Caldwell as the Vice President of Development.
"I am delighted to announce the addition of Mike McHale and Deborah Caldwell to Hospice of the
Chesapeake's senior leadership. Both individuals have demonstrated remarkable achievement in their health
care careers. They demonstrate a passion for hospice that will enable us to care for more patients and
families throughout the communities we serve with dignity, compassion and respect," stated Hospice of
the Chesapeake's President and CEO Erwin Abrams.
Mr. McHale most recently comes from The Washington Home and Community Hospices as the Vice President of
Business Development and Sales. Prior to that position, he worked for Hospice of Michigan in Detroit as
the Corporate Director of Marketing and Access Services; San Diego Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc as the
Director of Access Services; and with St. Paul's Senior Homes & Services, also in San Diego, as the
Associate Administrator. Mr. McHale received his undergraduate degree in political science from Georgia
State University in Atlanta, GA and his graduate degree in health care administration from National
University in San Diego, CA. He resides in Silver Spring.
Ms. Caldwell was previously the Assistant Dean of Development for the College of Health and Human
Performance at University of Maryland in College Park. Prior to moving to Maryland, she was the
Development Director for the Tulane University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, LA. Ms. Caldwell
also served as the Director of Development at the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center. She
is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Association for Healthcare
Philanthropy. Ms. Caldwell earned her bachelor's degree from Trinity University in San Antonio, TX.
She lives in Annapolis.
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April 25, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES RECENT PROMOTION
Hospice of the Chesapeake recently promoted Sherrill Ross-Wieneke to Vice President of Clinical
Operations for the organization. She was previously the Team Leader for North Anne Arundel County.
"It is my honor to announce the promotion of Sherrill Ross-Wieneke to Vice President of Clinical
Operations. She has demonstrated remarkable expertise in clinical and administrative leadership
during her tenure with Hospice of the Chesapeake," stated Erwin Abrams, President and CEO of Hospice
of the Chesapeake. As Vice President of Clinical Operations, Ross-Wieneke oversees all clinical
operations and manages more than 100 employees including nurses, social workers, home health aides,
and clinical administrative staff. She is also responsible for the development of policies and
procedures for end-of-life care. Ross-Wieneke is also certified in hospice and palliative care.
Ross-Wieneke has worked in the hospice care industry for 16 years. Prior to joining the Hospice of the
Chesapeake in 2000, she was the Director of the VNA/Hospice of Monroe County in East Stroudsburg, PA. She
attended Averett College in Danville, VA and Allentown Hospital School of Nursing in Allentown, PA. She
lives in Annapolis, MD.
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March 12, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE'S CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER
RECEIVES CERTIFICATION IN HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE MEDICINE
Hospice of the Chesapeake's Chief Medical Officer Michael J. LaPenta, M.D. recently became certified as
a Diplomate of the American Board of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Dr. LaPenta joins more than 2,800
fellow physicians to have achieved such certification.
Hospice and palliative medicine is the medical discipline of the broad therapeutic model known as
hospice and palliative care. The discipline and model of care are devoted to achieving the best
possible quality of life for the patient and family throughout the course of a life-limiting illness
through the relief of suffering and the control of symptoms. Hospice and palliative medicine helps
the patient and family face the prospect of death assured that comfort will be a priority, values
and decisions will be respected, spiritual and psychosocial needs will be addressed, practical support
will be available and opportunities will exist for growth and development.
"Dr. LaPenta's recognition by the Board of Hospice and Palliative Medicine is yet another confirmation
of his professional life of compassion, commitment to patients and families and dedication to bringing
comfort to those in pain," stated Hospice of the Chesapeake's President and CEO Erwin Abrams.
The American Board of Hospice and Palliative Medicine was formed in 1995 to establish and measure the
level of knowledge, attitudes and skills required for certification of physicians practicing hospice
and palliative medicine. Information on the American Board of Hospice and Palliative Medicine
including a listing of certified physicians may be obtained from the website at
www.abhpm.org.
Hospice of the Chesapeake provides hospice care to those living in Anne Arundel and Prince George's Counties experiencing a terminal illness. Care is provided to patients and families, regardless of ability to pay. The organization also operates the Spiritual & Bereavement Care Center which counsels to bereaved adults, teens and children, that have experienced a hospice or non-hospice related loss. For more information about Hospice of the Chesapeake, visit www.hospicechesapeake.org or call 800.745.6132.
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February 12, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE AND RIDGELY RETREAT
ANNOUNCE MONTHLY "NIA FOR HEALING" SESSIONS
Hospice of the Chesapeake and Ridgely Retreat announce "Nia for Healing" sessions scheduled for March
through June 2007.
Nia is a personal growth fitness program. It is a system that works with the natural wisdom and
intelligence of the body, mind, spirit, and emotions. Nia combines a diverse blend of Eastern and
Western movements, concepts and philosophies from the worlds of the healing arts (love), martial
arts (mindfulness), and dance (technique). Nia is well-suited for individuals that are grieving,
because it is self-paced and no prior dance or movement experience is needed. All are welcome to
attend, as it is healing for all ages.
The Nia sessions will be held on the following Sunday afternoons: March 11, April 22, May 20 and
June 10, from 3 to 4 p.m. at Ridgely Retreat, 203 Ridgely Avenue in Annapolis.
The registration fee is $10. To register, please call Ridgely Retreat at 443-433-0462.
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February 2, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE OFFERS SPEAKERS BUREAU
As a public service, Hospice of the Chesapeake provides warm and compassionate speakers who are experts
in their field to share the story of hospice with the community.
Hospice of the Chesapeake speakers adapt their presentations for the specific needs of the group.
Topics can range from a general overview of hospice to a more in-depth look at palliative care.
Special-interest subjects include advance care planning, grief education, spirituality at the end of
life, and volunteer opportunities.
Styles vary from informal discussions with small groups to formal conference presentations. Hospice of
the Chesapeake also provides presentations for continuing educational units for professionals. Speakers
address consumers during business events, civic, social, community or religious organization meetings,
and at professional in-services.
Special programs can be developed upon request as part of our ongoing commitment to community education.
Presentations are free of charge, but donations are always appreciated. To schedule a speaker for your
next event, please call the Hospice of the Chesapeake Public Relations Department at 410-987-2003 or
1-800-745-6132.
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February 1, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE ANNOUNCES $20,000 RAFFLE FOR BEACON OF HOPE GALA
Hospice of the Chesapeake will raffle off a cash prize of $20,000 at the 11th Annual Beacon of Hope
Gala, to be held on Saturday, April 21. Tickets are $100 each. Chances of winning are one in 400, and
the winner need not be present to win.
To purchase tickets to the Beacon of Hope Gala or for the raffle, please contact Hospice of the
Chesapeake's Director of Special Events Abigail Fowlkes at 443-837-1559 or
afowlkes@hospicechesapeake.org.
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January 11, 2007 - HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE SEEKS SPONSORS FOR ANNUAL BEACON OF HOPE GALA
Hospice of the Chesapeake seeks sponsors for "April in Paris," its 11th annual Beacon of Hope Gala being
held on Saturday, April 21 at the Baltimore Marriot Waterfront. This year's event will honor Brian
Gibbons of Greenberg Gibbons Commercial Corporation, and his wife Martha, and will pay tribute to their
commitment to Hospice of the Chesapeake. The honorary chairman is Michael DeStefano of Sturbridge
Homes.
The Harborside Ballroom will be transformed into a Parisian paradise, and the evening will include dinner, an exciting live auction, and dancing to Radio City of Annapolis. Complimentary shuttle service will be provided from the Annapolis area.
The following corporate and individual sponsorships are available:
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- La Tour Eiffel - $35,000
- L'Arc de Triomphe - $25,000
- Le Louvre - $15,000
- Notre Dame - $10,000
- La Sorbonne - $7,500
- Montmarte - $5,000
- Champs-Élysées - $3,000
All proceeds from the Beacon of Hope Gala will be used to support Hospice of the Chesapeake's programs and services in Anne Arundel and Prince George's Counties. To become a sponsor or for further details, please contact Hospice of the Chesapeake's Director of Special Event Abigail Fowlkes at 443-837-1559 or afowlkes@hospicechesapeake.org.
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