Limited tickets are still available for the fourth annual “Changing Moments, Changing Lives” Hospice Foundation Gala happening Friday, October 25th at the John. D. Bradley Convention Centre in Chatham. Guests attending the Gala will enjoy a multi-course gourmet meal and a variety of one-of-a-kind experiences at the silent and live auction. Once again adding to the excitement of the evening …
Chatham-Kent Hospice Expands “Well Within” Programs and Services
After receiving an Ontario Trillium Foundation Seed grant in 2018, the Chatham- Kent Hospice was successful in receiving a $325,900 Ontario Trillium Foundation Grow grant in January of 2019. With this second grant, the Chatham-Kent Hospice has expanded its “Well Within” Grief and Bereavement programs to further support and connect individuals and families coping with the loss of a loved …
When 50 Years Seems Too Short- Hospice gives a family the gift of peace
When Jim first met his younger sister’s best friend, Ruth, he didn’t know she would become the love of his life. First becoming friends, then husband and wife, Jim and Ruth shared a special bond. While they both grew up in Chatham-Kent, life and work took them away from the community. Ruth was an employee at Union Gas and was …
Hospice recognizes Kate Howey with prestigious June Callwood Award
Kate Howey was recently recognized for her volunteer involvement with Chatham-Kent Hospice by being awarded the June Callwood Outstanding Achievement Award for Voluntarism at the 2019 Hospice Palliative Care Ontario Annual Conference. A gentle spirit coupled with a willingness to lend a hand makes Kate a very important member of our team! As a Direct Support Volunteer she supports our …
Lots of Sunshine and Support for Hike for Hospice
Under sunny skies, over 900 people came out to walk or run the Mud Creek Trail for the 3rd Annual Hike for Hospice on Sunday, May 5, 2019. The total raised after expenses was $145,000.00 to support the ongoing operational needs of Chatham-Kent Hospice. The hike kicked off with the 5 km Fun Run at 1 pm with the hike …
BIG SUGAR ADDED TO THE BILL FOR RM’S 40th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
ROCK BAND SET TO PERFORM ON 22 JUNE AT CHATHAM CAPITOL THEATRE Adding to the excitement of RM Sotheby’s 40th Anniversary celebration (21-22 June) is a performance by rock band Big Sugar on Saturday, 22 June at the Chatham Capitol Theatre. Led by vocalist Gordie Johnson and his signature double neck Gibson guitar, the leaner, cleaner, present day Big Sugar …
Remembering our mom through Hike for Hospice
It is said that when you see a butterfly it is someone you love in heaven reminding you of them and all the beautiful memories you shared. This is never truer than when our family is visited by our monarch, my mom, Mary. Mary, a homemaker in every sense of the word, was very proud of the house she kept …
Hike for Hospice Chatham-Kent is Growing
Once again, we are inviting all our Hospice supporters, friends and neighbours to join us at the 3rd Annual Hike for Hospice on Sunday, May 5th at Mud Creek Trail beside John McGregor Secondary School in Chatham. “This event offers an opportunity to enjoy an afternoon of fun while raising funds to support the ongoing operational needs of our local …
Grant helps keep Hospice Residents Comfortable
The cost of linen services are not covered by government funding and therefore must be covered through donations. The South Kent Wind Community Fund, a donor advised fund of the Chatham Kent Community Foundation recently approved a grant of $8,400 to support the cost of linen service for residents of Chatham-Kent Hospice. “The comfort of our residents is our top …
