Hospice of the Chesapeake

2018 Gala - A Night on the Isle of Moorea
2018-04-07 17:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport Hotel, 1739 West Nursery Road, Linthicum Heights, MD, 21090, United States
Join us for a night of good food, good fun, and good company – all for a great cause! Click here to access our Gala event page with more information on the event, tickets, sponsorships and more.

Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration
2018-03-29 16:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport Hotel, 1739 West Nursery Road, Linthicum Heights, MD, 21090, United States
Click here to purchase tickets for the event.
Kindly RSVP by March 15th. Preregistration is required for all guests; seating is limited.
Tickets are free for each Veteran and one guest. Two additional guests for each Veteran and Community Members may attend at $30 per person.

Timeline
4:00 PM – Doors open to meet with fellow Veterans and talk with representatives about Veterans resources. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Cash bar available.
5:30-6:30 PM – Formal Program

For questions, please call 443-837-1513 or email veterans@hospicechesapeake.org.

Gone Too Soon: An 'unhappy hour' for ages 18 to 24
2018-03-22 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Starbucks, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD 21146, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD, Maryland, 21146
Young men and women experience a time of transition that includes many endings and beginnings. When they lose a loved one, it can be difficult to find other young adults experiencing similar losses. They often will reach out through social media. Still, there is a disconnect when conversing online.
To help young adults ages 18 to 24 make that connection, Chesapeake Life Center will host “Gone Too Soon” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. March 22, at the Starbucks at 503 Ritchie Highway in Severna Park. Co-facilitated by CLC Bereavement Counselor Joy McCrady, this “unhappy hour” will be a time to sip coffee, nosh on snacks and connect with other young adults who are grieving, whether the loss is recent or long passed.
The gathering is free. Registration is appreciated, but drop-ins are welcome. To register, call 1-888-501-7077.

Exploring the Grief of Addiction & Overdose Death
2018-03-16 09:00 - 12:15 (America/Halifax) | Chesapeake Life Center – Largo Office, 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
With an increase in substance use disorders and overdose deaths in communities around the country, clinicians with less experience in addiction and overdose are often asked to serve family members being touched by this epidemic. This session provides a foundation to understanding the needs and evidence-based tools for helping families impacted by the opioid crisis. This session will assist professionals in understanding the unique aspects of family grief while experiencing addiction within the family and coping with a substance-related death.
3.0 Category I continuing education units for social workers licensed by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.
Friday, March 16, 2018 9 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. (Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. Coffee and light breakfast will be provided.)
Registration Required – Limited Space is Available. Please see below to register online, or call 888.501.7077.
Chesapeake Life Center at Hospice of the Chesapeake is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education programs and maintains full responsibility for this program. This training qualifies for Category I continuing education units.
Presenter: Litsa Williams MA, LCSW-C
Litsa Williams MA, LCSW-C is the co-founder of the grief website and support community ‘What’s Your Grief’, as well as the grief expression sites ‘Photogrief’ and ‘Grief In Six Words’. Before founding What’s Your Grief, Litsa worked with patients and families at end of life in circumstances of unexpected and traumatic losses, supporting families and providing ongoing grief and bereavement support in the years following a death. Feeling frustrated with the online and print materials that were available for grievers, she co-founded What’s Your Grief as a resource offering concrete, practical, creative, down-to-earth, and accessible grief support. What’s Your Grief offers hundreds of articles on all topics around grief and loss, print resources to support grievers, grief-focused ecourses, a podcast, grief book club, and in-person support including workshops and support groups. With a background in substance abuse services in addition to grief, Litsa and the WYG team provide specific and targeted grief support and education to families grieving the ambiguous loss of having a family member with a substance use disorder, as well as to those who have lost a loved one to overdose.

Evening Grief Support Group - Pasadena
2018-03-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
THIS GROUP IS FULL. Contact us for alternative groups or counseling.
A facilitated six-week support group offering attendees an opportunity to explore grief themes and share strategies for healing within a community of trust.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 888.501.7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Morning Grief Support Group - Pasadena
2018-03-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2018-01-18 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
A facilitated six-week support group offering an opportunity to share with others while exploring coping strategies.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 888.501.7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Laura Oliver Writing Workshop for Teens
2018-03-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Please scroll down to register. If preferred, you may call 410-987-2129.
When loss writes a new chapter into our lives, we can lose our grip on the thread of the positive, powerful tale of who we are and who we meant to be. Or, we can put pen to paper and write the next chapter the way we want it to be.
That is what award-winning author Laura Oliver will do when she presents two interactive workshops, “Your Brain on Story! Using the Power of Words to Transform Grief,” at Chesapeake Life Center on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus at 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland. The first workshop will be held from 9:30 to noon, Saturday, Feb. 24, and is designed for adult participants. The second workshop, designed for teenagers, will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, March 10.
By exploring the power of story and words, participants whose life stories have been interrupted by loss, can write a new chapter evoking hope and well-being.
During the workshops, Oliver will share techniques for manifesting change based upon research about the way the brain responds to words. “Changing a life from within is not magic, it’s mind,” she said. “It is a brain thing. Literally.”
The workshops are open to the community and do not require any writing skill. Participants can share their stories or they can write privately. It is up to each individual.
Author of “The Story Within,” Oliver’s short stories and essays have appeared in numerous regional and national publications. She has a Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing and literature from Bennington College and has taught writing at the University of Maryland and St. John’s College. Learn more about Oliver at http://www.thestorywithin.com.
The Feb. 24 workshop is open to adults ages 18 and older and costs $25, which includes a copy of “The Story Within.” The March 10 workshop is open to ages 13 to 18 and is free to attend.

Digital Photography Club of Annapolis' Artists Reception in Gallery 90
2018-03-09 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
See the world through the lenses of 12 members of the Digital Photo Club of Annapolis in an exhibit in Hospice of the Chesapeake’s Gallery 90, the art gallery located throughout the nonprofit’s administrative building on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus at 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland. The work will be on display from Feb. 21 through April 13.
An artists’ reception will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, March 9. People also can schedule a private tour for your group by contacting Renate Little at 443-837-1512 or rlittle@hospicechesapeake.org.
Exhibiting artists include John Breen of Pasadena; Michael Clemens and Michael Teems of Crownsville; Don Dement, Christine Edwards, Bob Peterson, Margery Silverton, Elvia Thompson and James Walkers, all of Annapolis; Howard Friedman of Edgewater; Anne Weathersby of Chevy Chase; and Dallas Wright Jr., of Burtonsville. The art on display also is for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting both organizations.
The Digital Photography Club of Annapolis meets twice a month and was created so that camera enthusiasts of varying skills and interests could discuss various topics and share their passion. Its programs and activities provide information and instruction for all skill levels. For details, visit https://dpca.photoclubservices.com.
Gallery 90 was established to realize the vision of creating a harmonious work environment for Hospice of the Chesapeake administrative staff and visiting nurses, caregivers and volunteers who work directly with patients and their families.

Tween Grief Workshop
2018-03-02 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Please join us for a tween grief workshop while Anne Arundel County schools are closed. Tweens aged 10-13 can come for a morning of breakfast, sharing and work creating your personal copy of The Healing Book: Celebrating the Life of Someone you Love. Please bring a photo or photos of your loved one. You will have the chance to create your own personalized book and share with peers.
Registration is required. You may register online below, or call 888.501.7077.
Book is included in the $15 cost to attend. Please register by February 23.

Gone Too Soon: An 'unhappy hour' for ages 18 to 24
2018-02-27 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Starbucks, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD 21146, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD, Maryland, 21146
Young men and women experience a time of transition that includes many endings and beginnings. When they lose a loved one, it can be difficult to find other young adults experiencing similar losses. They often will reach out through social media. Still, there is a disconnect when conversing online.
To help young adults ages 18 to 24 make that connection, Chesapeake Life Center will host “Gone Too Soon” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 27, at the Starbucks at 503 Ritchie Highway in Severna Park. Co-facilitated by CLC Bereavement Counselor Joy McCrady, this “unhappy hour” will be a time to sip coffee, nosh on snacks and connect with other young adults who are grieving, whether the loss is recent or long passed.
The gathering is free. Registration is appreciated, but drop-ins are welcome. To register, call 1-888-501-7077.

Pet Loss Workshop
2018-02-25 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Dogwood Acres Pet Retreat, 439 W Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD, 21035, United States
This small group workshop includes a welcome, a time to share individual stories, an introduction to the grief process, an art activity to honor the beloved pet, brainstorming and suggestions for healthy coping.

Please R.S.V.P. to Erin at ebogan@dogwoodacres.com or call 410.798.4776.

Laura Oliver Writing Workshop for Adults
2018-02-24 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
To register, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. If you prefer, you can call 410-987-2129.
When loss writes a new chapter into our lives, we can lose our grip on the thread of the positive, powerful tale of who we are and who we meant to be. Or, we can put pen to paper and write the next chapter the way we want it to be.
That is what award-winning author Laura Oliver will do when she presents two interactive workshops, “Your Brain on Story! Using the Power of Words to Transform Grief,” at Chesapeake Life Center on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus at 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland. The first workshop will be held from 9:30 to noon, Saturday, Feb. 24, and is designed for adult participants. The second workshop, designed for teenagers, will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, March 10.
By exploring the power of story and words, participants whose life stories have been interrupted by loss, can write a new chapter evoking hope and well-being.
During the workshops, Oliver will share techniques for manifesting change based upon research about the way the brain responds to words. “Changing a life from within is not magic, it’s mind,” she said. “It is a brain thing. Literally.”
The workshops are open to the community and do not require any writing skill. Participants can share their stories or they can write privately. It is up to each individual.
Author of “The Story Within,” Oliver’s short stories and essays have appeared in numerous regional and national publications. She has a Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing and literature from Bennington College and has taught writing at the University of Maryland and St. John’s College. Learn more about Oliver at http://www.thestorywithin.com.
The Feb. 24 workshop is open to adults ages 18 and older and costs $25, which includes a copy of “The Story Within.” The March 10 workshop is open to ages 13 to 18 and is free to attend.

Winter 2018 Career Fair and Open House
2018-02-06 14:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Make a difference. Inspire others. Love your job!

Meet Clinical Managers & Staff. On-the-spot interviews.
Please bring copies of your resume.

Friday, Feb. 2 – 2 to 6 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 3 – 8 a.m. to noon
Prince George’s County Office
9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD 20774

Tuesday, Feb. 6 – 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 10 – 8 a.m. to noon
Anne Arundel County Office
90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122

Positions available include RN Case Managers, RN Hospital Liaisons, Director of Clinical Services, Nurse Practitioner and more.

To attend, please RSVP by emailing recruitment@hospicechesapeake.org,
calling or texting 443-223-9144.

Interested, but unable to attend the fair?
Submit your online application at www.hospicechesapeake.org/careers

SoulCollage Grief Support Group
2018-02-05 17:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Church of the Redeemer, 7300 Race Track Road, Bowie, MD, 20715, United States
Participants create a series of collages to commemorate lost loved ones and to visually journal the grief process. Cost is $10. *This group meets at the Church of the Redeemer in Bowie.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 888.501.7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Child Loss Support Group
2018-02-03 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
This monthly support group seeks to provide gentle emotional and social support to parents grieving the death of a son or daughter, regardless of age or circumstance.

Preregistration is required. Please call 888-507-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Winter 2018 Career Fair and Open House
2018-02-02 14:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake’s Prince George’s County office, 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD, 20774, United States

Monthly Evening Grief Support Group - Largo
2018-01-25 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – Largo Office, 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
Similar in format to our morning group, this evening session allows adults grieving the loss of a loved one to share and learn grief themes.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 888.501.7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Gone Too Soon: An 'unhappy hour' for ages 18 to 24
2018-01-24 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Starbucks, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD 21146, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD, Maryland, 21146
Young men and women experience a time of transition that includes many endings and beginnings. When they lose a loved one, it can be difficult to find other young adults experiencing similar losses. They often will reach out through social media. Still, there is a disconnect when conversing online.
To help young adults ages 18 to 24 make that connection, Chesapeake Life Center will host “Gone Too Soon” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 24, at the Starbucks at 503 Ritchie Highway in Severna Park. Co-facilitated by CLC Bereavement Counselor Joy McCrady, this “unhappy hour” will be a time to sip coffee, nosh on snacks and connect with other young adults who are grieving, whether the loss is recent or long passed.
The gathering is free. Registration is appreciated, but drop-ins are welcome. To register, call 1-888-501-7077.

Docent-led tour of "Her Stories: A Women’s Art Show" in Gallery 90
2018-01-19 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Local women artists of all experience levels, from first time exhibitors to veteran professionals, will share their stories in images in Gallery 90’s new exhibit, “Her Stories: A Women’s Art Show,” curated by the Chesapeake Arts Center.
The exhibit will run from Jan. 9 to Feb. 16 in the art gallery that is located throughout the Hospice of the Chesapeake’s administrative building on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus at 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland.
Five photographers, including Nicole Caracia and Kimmary MacLean of Anne Arundel County, Emily Forgo of Linthicum, Brandi Foster of Hagerstown and Erica Rodriguez of Severna Park, and one screen printer, Sam Jenkins of Millersville, will be featured in this exhibit.
Gallery 90 was established to realize the vision of creating a harmonious work environment for Hospice of the Chesapeake administrative staff and visiting nurses, caregivers and volunteers who work directly with patients and their families.
Free docent-led tours will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. Jan. 19. For reservations or to schedule a private tour for a group, contact Renate Little at 443-837-1328 or rlittle@hospicechesapeake.org. For more information about the artists or the exhibit, contact Nicole Caracia at ncaracia@chesapeakearts.org or visit www.chesapeakearts.org.

Evening Grief Support Group - Pasadena
2018-01-18 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
A facilitated six-week support group offering attendees an opportunity to explore grief themes and share strategies for healing within a community of trust.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 888.501.7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Phoenix Rising Teens Support Group
2018-01-17 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Monthly support group for teens to connect with others who are also grieving the death of a loved one. Cost is $10/teen, maximum $20 for family. Meal provided.

Preregistration is required. Please call 888-507-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Loss of Life Partner/Spouse Monthly Evening Group
2018-01-17 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
For career-aged individuals grieving spouse or non-married life partners. Please call for childcare availability.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 888.501.7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Coffee & Conversations Morning Grief Support
2018-01-11 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – Largo Office, 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
This gathering is designed to create a safe place for sharing and learning about grief. We will discuss common grief themes and explore coping strategies to support you on your grief journey.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 888.501.7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Stepping Stones - Children's Support Group
2018-01-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Children ages 6 to 13 years old will play games together, participate in a grief-related story time, and make crafts to commemorate their loved one, all while getting to know other children who can relate to their experiences of loss and grief. Cost is $10, maximum $20 for family. Breakfast provided.

Preregistration is required. Please call 888-507-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Modality Fair
2017-12-02 09:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Mandrin Inpatient Care Center, 3675 Solomons Island Road, Harwood, MD, 20776, United States
December 02, 2017 9:00 am until 5:30 pm at Mandrin Inpatient Care Center.
Click here to Register

Veterans Day Celebration in Bowie
2017-11-10 09:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
Please join us for our annual Veterans Day Celebration honoring our patients, families and community members who have served our country.
This year’s event will feature a special centennial commemoration of World War I.
Admission and post-ceremony luncheon are free.
Please RSVP by Nov. 6 to Nicole Malatesta at nmalatesta@hospicechesapeake.org or 443-837-1513.

Vigil Volunteer Quarterly Meeting
2017-10-19 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Vigil Volunteer Quarterly Meeting October 19, 2017 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus.

Annual Golf Tournament
2017-10-05 08:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Queenstown Harbor Golf Links, 310 Links Ln, Queenstown, MD, 21658, United States
Annual Golf Tournament, Thursday, October 5th, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Queenstown Harbor Golf Links.

Modality Fair
2017-09-23 09:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
September 23, 2017 9:00 am until 5:30 pm at Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus.
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