Tag: Hospice
Caring for the Continuum of Life: A 2018 Healthcare Symposium
Every day, people in our community make decisions during a health crisis, burdened by a desire to do right by their loved one while not knowing exactly what that would be. Life altering medical choices or dealing with loss are not popular topics of discussion around the dinner table. Normalizing that conversation is the reason […]
Childcare and Preschool Fair this weekend
The Anne Arundel County Child Care Association is having a free Child Care and Preschool Fair for parents of young children on Saturday, January 23rd from 9am to 12pm. There will be more than 30 preschool and childcare programs sharing information about their programs at the fair. There will also be 3 informational mini-sessions on […]
Hospice plays annual golf tournament in Nor’easter
[do action=”fringe”/] Despite a lingering Nor’easter, a large majority of the 232 golfers registered for the Hospice of the Chesapeake’s 13th Annual Golf Tournament showed up ready to play. They donned rain suits and played through on Oct. 1 at the Queenstown Harbor Golf Links, helping to raise more than $100,000 for the nonprofit headquartered […]
Hospice seeking volunteers
[do action=”fringe”/] With its new Inpatient Care Center scheduled to open in November in Pasadena, along with a growing need for hospice care in our community, Hospice of the Chesapeake has numerous volunteer opportunities available in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s Counties. Volunteers play a vital role on the hospice team by visiting patients, supporting […]
Hospice celebrates 35 years, groundbreaks for new facility
[do action=”schuh”/] Members of the community and elected officials joined Hospice of the Chesapeake team for a 35th Anniversary celebration on Sept. 19 at the nonprofit’s headquarters in Pasadena, MD. A new clock tower sign was installed by Gable Signs at the campus entrance to reflect the renaming of the 90 Ritchie Highway location to […]
Arundel Lodge artists featured at Gallery 90
A selection of artwork by Arundel Lodge artists will be on display in Hospice of the Chesapeake’s Gallery 90, a partnership between the nonprofit and the Maryland Federation of Art formed to create a harmonious work environment for Hospice of the Chesapeake administrative staff and visiting nurses, caregivers and volunteers who work directly with patients […]
Happy 35th to Hospice of the Chesapeake
Hospice of the Chesapeake announced today that it will celebrate several significant milestones on Friday, September 19, 2014, the organization’s 35th anniversary. Over the last twelve months, Hospice of the Chesapeake has cared for more than 5,000 individuals through its many programs and services including hospice care, grief and transition support services through Chesapeake Life […]
Hospice Cup September 20th
Hospice Cup is a charity sailing regatta, raising funds for hospice programs throughout Maryland, Washington DC and Northern Virginia. The focus for 2014 funds is Bereavement care and support. Participating hospices use funds raised through Hospice Cup to continue to offer quality, end-of-life care to patients, their families and friends. No matter your skill level; […]
Hospice of the Chesapeake names new Board members
[do action=”schuh”/] Hospice of the Chesapeake announced today the appointment of seven new members to the Boards of Directors of Hospice of the Chesapeake and it’s Foundation. Headquartered in Pasadena, the nonprofit cares for patients in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s Counties who are living with illness and loss. Joining the Hospice of the Chesapeake […]
Hospice of the Chesapeake to host 12th Annual Golf Tournament
Hospice of the Chesapeake invites all area golfers to join them for the nonprofit’s 12th annual golf tournament fundraiser. The event will be held on, Oct. 2, 2014, at Queenstown Harbor Golf Course in Queenstown, MD. Proceeds from the tournament will be used to support programs and services offered by Hospice of the Chesapeake in […]
Grief workshop scheduled for August 19th
Chesapeake Life Center, a program of Hospice of the Chesapeake, is offering a “What Grief Teaches” workshop from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 19 at 90 Ritchie Highway in Pasadena, MD. The session is open to adults in the community who are grieving and will provide a forum for attendees to learn the common elements […]
Hospice seeks volunteers
Hospice of the Chesapeake has numerous volunteer opportunities available in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s Counties. Volunteers play a vital role on the hospice team by visiting patients, supporting caregivers, serving as counselors at grief retreats, organizing fundraisers or assisting in our offices or helping at our resale shop. Become a hospice volunteer if you […]
Fashion for a Cause raises nearly $100K for Hospice
High fashion and fundraising made for a perfect fit at Hospice Hundred’s Fashion for a Cause, held on May 15 and hosted once again by Porsche of Annapolis. The event drew more than 400 people and raised $94,000 for Chesapeake Kids, a program of Hospice of the Chesapeake that supports children living with and affected […]
Hospice gala raises $500,000
Hospice of the Chesapeake’s 2014 Gala attended by 475 local supporters, raised close to $500,000 to help support the many programs and services provided to patients and families in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s counties. Held at the BWI Hilton on March 29, the black tie gala themed “Caring for Life” celebrated the organization’s 35th […]
Hospice of the Chesapeake fetes volunteers
Hospice of the Chesapeake volunteers and staff recently celebrated National Volunteer Week (April 6-12) at the nonprofit’s annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon held April 6 at the Westin Hotel in Annapolis. Attended by approximately 175 Hospice of the Chesapeake volunteers, among them were this year’s Spirit of Hospice Award recipients Richard “Dick” Sickels of Edgewater and […]
Belchers Donate $5M To Hospice
Hospice of the Chesapeake, the premier non-profit provider of hospice care to patients with advanced illness in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s Counties, has announced the largest donation in the nonprofit’s history – $5 million dollars – from John and Cathy Belcher of Edgewater, MD. The landmark gift will directly support the construction of a […]
Hospice Of The Chesapeake’s 12th Annual Golf Tournament
Hospice of the Chesapeake invites all area golfers to purchase their tickets early for the nonprofit’s 12th Annual Golf Tournament on Oct. 2, 2014 at the Queenstown Harbor Golf Course in Queenstown, MD. The presenting sponsor is First National Bank. Last year’s tournament broke records with 200 players who raised $100,000 to directly benefit the […]
Gallery 90 Exhibit “Journeys” Highlights Local Artists
The third in a series of four art exhibits by the Maryland Federation of Art (MFA) is now in place at Hospice of the Chesapeake’s Gallery 90; the art gallery at the nonprofit’s administrative building at 90 Ritchie Highway in Pasadena, MD. This exhibit titled “Journeys” features artwork and photographs by Tom Boddorff, Kellee Wynne […]
Hospice Announces Gala Sponsors
Hospice of the Chesapeake invites individuals and businesses to join the generous group of sponsors already involved with the 2014 Hospice Gala benefiting the nonprofit organization. The 2014 lead sponsors to date include: Annapolis Home Magazine, Anne Arundel Medical Center, Baltimore Washington Medical Center, Branch Banking & Trust, Cathy and John Belcher, Chesapeake Palliative Medicine, […]
McHale Appointed To National Hospice Board
Hospice of the Chesapeake announced today that Michael S. McHale, President and CEO, has been elected to the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) Board of Directors. Serving on the NHPCO Finance Committee, McHale will join the largest nonprofit membership organization representing hospice and palliative care programs and professionals in the United States. McHale […]
Hospice Welcomes Two To Leadership Team
Hospice of the Chesapeake announced today a new Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer have joined the leadership team headquartered at 90 Ritchie Highway. Ben Marcantonio, MS, M.Ed., LMFT, joined the nonprofit as Chief Operating Officer in April, bringing with him 25 years of leadership experience in education, healthcare and social services. Prior to […]
CD Signing To Benefit Hospice
Hospice of the Chesapeake is pleased to announce Peggy O’Neil Gilligan of Pasadena will be autographing copies of her holiday CD Winter Sky: A Christmas Tribute from 1 to 5 p.m. on Dec. 6 at Hospice of the Chesapeake’s Treasures, an upscale resale shop located in the Park Plaza Shopping Center in Severna Park, MD. […]
