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Compassion CONNECTIONS
A publication for friends of the Red Deer Hospice
October 2010
31st International Mustang Meet
& Ford Central Car Club
Mission Statement
The Red Deer Hospice Society will
provide physical, social, emotional
and spiritual care in a community
based, home-like setting for
individuals who are dying and for
$13,000
their loved ones.
Our Vision
Donation
The Red Deer Hospice Society
recognizes death as part of life’s to the
journey. Our commitment is to
provide compassionate care so Red Deer Hospice
people can die in peace, comfort
and dignity with support for them
and their loved ones.
John Spencer-Ford Central, Brenda Watts, Gord Skakun-GM MGM Ford Lincoln
Our Goal
Our goal is to enhance end-of-life The September long weekend was a continuous show of classic
care for all who are facing this
difficult time. Ford muscle cars at the Capri Hotel and Convention Centre as Ford
Central Car Club of Red Deer hosted the 31 International Mustang
Red Deer Hospice Society
Meet. Over 500 cars from across western Canada and the United
Board of Directors
Victor Doerksen—President States registered and gave their support to the Red Deer Hospice.
Rob Kelham—Past President This very successful weekend raised $13,000 for end-of-life care in
Bryan Wilson—Vice President Central Alberta!
Darwin Cooper—Treasurer
Edie Hiebert—Secretary Thank you to Ford Central Car Club and
Directors:
Drew Burnand the many businesses
Christiaan Grundling and individuals
John Dennehy who supported this
Toby Lampard
Brian MacNairn weekend.
Noreen Odell
Executive Director Photographs by Derk Unterschultz
Brenda Watts
403-309-4344 Ext. 102
Nurse Manager
Cheri Purpur, RN, CHPCH(C)
403-309-4344 Ext. 103
Red Deer Hospice Society
99 Arnot Avenue
Red Deer, AB T4R 3S6
Phone: 403-309-4344
www.reddeerhospice.com
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BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS
Bi-Annual Memorial Garden
The Red Deer Hospice offers the following services
Dedication Service - June 11, 2011 to Central Alberta.
The Hospice Memorial Garden offers a unique way to Community Connections
remember a loved one and create a lasting legacy. We provide a variety of presentations to assist the
The Red Deer Hospice offers a bi-annual dedication community in supporting and communicating with
service with a selection of those who are anticipating a death and those who
plants to be purchased. are grieving a loss. Some presentations we have
Engraved plaques are provided include “Grief in the Workplace,” “Grief and
provided. Loss” and “Working with Death and Dying.”
For more details on the
next year’s service, contact ‘Good Grief’ Bereavement Support Group
Tracey at the Hospice. This is an eight-week series offering information,
strategies and reflection in a supportive environment
on topics related to the grief experience.
Save-On Foods This series is specifically designed for those who
have experienced the death of someone important
to them and who want to learn how to manage this
Angel Campaign journey called grief.
Pre-registration Required
Red Deer Hospice is excited to Call the Hospice or check our website for details.
announce that Save-On Foods stores
Wherever you are in your journey, we invite
will be selling Angels for Hospice you to join us in the following programs:
November 15 to December 12, 2010
Grief Connections Drop-In Tea
Memorial Angels will sell for $1 each. First & Third Thursday of Each Month
All proceeds will be allocated to the 1:30 to 3:00 pm
operating budget of the Red Deer Hospice. For those who have experienced a loss through
death, this program offers an opportunity to connect
Help us fill Save-On Foods with others and to learn more about how grief may
impact you.
with Hospice Angels!
Walk and Talk
To resume in Spring 2011.
LOSS LECTURES
December 1, 2010 at 7 p.m. H.E.A.R.T.S
“When Joy and Sorrow Collide” “Helping Empty Arms Recover Through Sharing”
A Baby Loss Support Program is designed to help
Lectures are held at the families through the loss of their baby, including
Red Deer Chamber of Commerce Building stillborn and miscarriage. This group meets the
No pre-registration required second Thursday of each month (September through
June) at the Bremner Avenue Community Health
For Further Information call Unit.
or check out our website: Loss Lectures
Simone Schumacher 403-309-4344 ext. 105 Throughout the year, Hospice will host workshops
www.reddeerhospice.com designed to assist those who have suffered a loss
through the difficult times such as holidays, special
2011 Loss Lectures occasions and seasonal changes. The next evening
March 3 September 14 session will be held on December 1st. Check our
website for dates of the 2011 Loss Lectures.
June 1 November 30
Thank you to the Life Long Learning Council of Red Deer for honoring
For more information on any of the above programs,
the Bereavement Support Programs offered by the Hospice. The Council
call our Bereavement Support Coordinator, Simone
has granted $1,000 towards program costs of Loss Lectures, Good Grief -
Schumacher at 403-309-4344 ext. 105. Log-on to our
Bereavement Support Group and H.E.A.R.T.S. website for updates: www.reddeerhospice.com.
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Hospice Appreciates Local Support Continued Support from the
Royal Canadian Legion
THANK YOU!
Brian West Legion members presented a $6,000 cheque
has donated his time
THANK YOU and resources to print
to the Red Deer Hospice to help with the
to Save-On-Foods East for their the return address on
purchase of a new bed. Loyal support from
generous discount on Hospice the Royal Canadian Legion #35 Poppy Fund
the Hospice envelopes.
groceries. is greatly appreciated. Thank you Legion
members!
Thank you for
The Capri Centre provided a succulent providing the
Thanksgiving Feast and provides residents and Hospice with
families with Sunday Brunch once a month. reframing of a picture
Thank You for your generosity! at no charge.
The Red Deer Hospice Society welcomes Third Party
fundraising, where funds are raised on behalf of the
Hospice. Please contact our Executive Director if you
would like to host an event.
Nova Chemicals — Day of Caring
Jim Bourgoin, Dennis Morgan, Owen Lowe, Tim McCoy
Employees from Nova
Chemical spent a
“Day of Caring” at the
Red Deer Hospice this Our appreciation to
Dan & Clint for all their
month. Thank you to Nova expertise with the Hospice
employees, Faisal Baig computer systems.
and Robert Buchta, for Thank you
your generous help with Byron & Staff
building maintenance. for their donation and
It is an honour to be part assistance in printing Special Thanks …
of this ongoing our newsletter To Mike Axworthy for his
Compassion Connections. expertise with the Hospice
community program. computer programming.
Thoughts From Our Executive Director . . .
Our November 2007 newsletter addressed myths about hospice care that were
circulating in our community, myths that are still circulating today. There is no
specific age limit for hospice care, no restrictions regarding illness and no financial
Brenda Watts
barriers. Hospice care is for all who meet the eligibility criteria regardless of age,
disease or personal financial situations. Over the five years that Red Deer Hospice has been open we
have cared for individuals from age 35 to 102 with varied health issues and from various financial
situations; care is not only for the individual who is dying but for their loved ones as well. So again,
as we requested in 2007, we are asking you our supporters and readers of our newsletter, to continue
as Ambassadors for Hospice. As accurate information about hospice care circulates in our commu-
nity, the myths may be quelled and Red Deer Hospice may reach our goal of providing care for all
who are facing this difficult time.
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Hospice Happenings
A VOLUNTEER NOTE . . .
October Happy Fall!!
Oct 3 Hospice Hymn Sing
Oct 7, 21 Grief Connections Drop-In Tea
Red Deer Hospice - Sanctuary As I write this today, there are only a few
Oct 14 H.E.A.R.T.S. Bremner Community Health Centre official days of summer left, and there is
Oct 16,18,23,25 Volunteer Training certainly a crispness in the morning air.
Oct 27 Family Focused Grief Therapy Over the summer, 3 volunteers
Dealing with Grief -Central Alberta Conference
Harvest Centre ~ Westerner Park represented the Hospice with great pride
selling “Mulligans” at 4 separate golf
November tournaments. The Red Deer Hospice
Nov 3 Red Deer Legion—Remembrance Day volunteer spirit was clearly evident as
Service Red Deer Hospice - Sanctuary numerous volunteers attended the
Nov 4, 18 Grief Connections Drop-In Tea
Red Deer Hospice - Sanctuary
International Mustang Meet over the
Nov 7 Hospice Hymn Sing September long weekend. Three Cheers
Nov 11 H.E.A.R.T.S. Bremner Community Health Centre for our tiny but tireless 2010 Yard Crew
who focused their energies and TLC on
December the aesthetic appeal of the yard and
Dec 1 Loss Lectures gardens—they were kept busy with all the
“When Joy and Sorrow Collide” “volunteer grass and flowers” and we
Red Deer Chamber of Commerce Building
couldn’t have done it without all of you.
Dec 2, 16 Grief Connections Drop-In Tea
Red Deer Hospice - Sanctuary A heartfelt thank-you is being sent to ALL
Dec 3 Hospice Hymn Sing Red Deer Hospice Volunteers, whether
Dec 9 H.E.A.R.T.S. Bremner Community Health Centre inside or outside of the house, the
summer was better because of you.
January
Jan 2 Hospice Hymn Sing In anticipation of the changing season,
Jan 6, 20 Grief Connections Drop-In Tea autumn celebrations, amazing colors, an
Red Deer Hospice - Sanctuary “official” time to give thanks, time to share,
Jan 13 H.E.A.R.T.S. Bremner Community Health Centre and an extra busy time for Hospice
volunteers, this is what I think of: Gala
For more information on events or programs, Committee of 2011, Hospice Palliative
please contact the Hospice.
Care Volunteer training, two community
trade shows, and Hymn Sing is returning
… And that is just what I know
about today.
SAVE THE DATE Please join me in welcoming Robin
McKay, a Hospice volunteer, as she’s
MARCH 3rd, 2011 been hired to keep my chair warm
until my return.
10th Annual Spring Gala In Kindness, Chris
Red Deer Lodge
“Yesterday”
For information on Tickets or Sponsorship Opportunities
contact the Hospice at 403-309-4344 ext. 107 Chris will be away from the Hospice until
January 1, 2011. All the best during her
leave of absence.
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In Memoriam
Each memorial gift received by the Hospice is a thoughtful tribute to a loved one or friend. Memorial gifts
contribute significantly to Hospice daily operations so that we may better support our residents and families.
Memorials continue to live on through each life that is touched by the services of the Red Deer Hospice
Society. Each memorial is acknowledged with a card to the bereaved. The name of the person or persons
sending the memorial is mentioned.
We gratefully acknowledge gifts recently received by the Red Deer Hospice in memory of the following
people and we offer our sympathy to those who mourn their deaths:
Ken Buchta ~ Eric & Muriel Bundy ~ Phyllis Calvert ~ Joseph “Joe” Cobb ~ Robert “Rob” Craig
Wendy Darling ~ Robert Dial ~ Beatrice Duffy ~ Delores Frances Gendre ~ Joyce Gray
Louise Gregersen ~ Perry Henrikson ~ Davina “Smitty” Henry ~ Martha Jackson
Karen Jenkin ~ Stephen Keech ~ Sadie Lampard ~ William Macdonald ~ Donna Mason
Floyd Mathers ~ Hilda Maxwell ~ Victor McCallum ~ Robert “Bob” McGeachy
Beatrice McLachlin ~ Hartley McLeod ~ Edith “Nellie” Moore ~ Debra “Debbie” Ness
Shirley Nielsen ~ Laura Pagnucco ~ Donna Peters ~ Beatrice Russell ~ Martin Scholz
Robert “Bob” Smitten ~ Peter Sputeck ~ Richard Swanson ~ Robert Taylor
Wilfred & Eleonor Toews ~ Inez Jean Torrance ~ Bertram “Bert” Tucker ~ Johanna Van De Pol
Johannes “Joe” Visscher ~ Ruth Webb ~ Gerald “Kevin” Williams ~Howard Young
Memorial Donations Received - July1 - September 30, 2010
Heartfelt Appreciation Seasonal
Thank you to the following supporters who have donated $1000 or
more from June 16th, 2010 to September 15th, 2010.
Snow Removal
We are in need of individuals
who would be willing to
Colleen Caddy Hedvi McCallum volunteer to help keep our
Eunice Childers Marilyn Schirru sidewalks clear throughout
the winter months.
David Darling Alfio & Phyllis Truant
Linda Frank Alida Veerbeek If interested, please contact
Robin at the Hospice.
Fran Kelham Les Webb
First Christian Reform Church Royal Canadian Legion If you would prefer to receive your
newsletter by email rather than by
Meyers Norris Penny LLP Branch 35 Poppy Fund regular post, please notify us at:
Red Deer Eye Care Centre Servus Credit Union admin@reddeerhospice.com
We respect your right to privacy. Your
Corporate Centre
email address will be kept strictly
CONFIDENTIAL and will not be shared
The Hospice sincerely thanks ALL donors regardless of amount.
with any other party or mailing list.
Please note: While every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy in this newsletter, we sincerely apologize for any errors or omissions.
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Fund a Day - Thank You Leadership
Fund a Day 2010 - Donations provide 84 days of care!
Sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to our Fund a Day 2010
campaign and helped Red Deer Hospice raise over $24,000 to provide 84 days of Fund a Day 2010
care. With no set fee to stay at the hospice and no one ever denied care due to Leadership Circle members:
personal financial situations our Fund a Day 2010 campaign helped us achieve Carol Bandura
our goal of providing care for all who are facing this difficult time. Marjorie Cassils
Thank you Fund a Day 2010 campaign supporters! Jennifer Gregory
BRONZE Bonny Kopitoski
Tracey Mix
Steven Collicutt G.A. (Toby) Lampard Dale Weiers
Cheri Purpur
Trentham Family—In Memory of Theresa “Terry” Trentham
Simone Schumacher
FRIEND
Christine Thomas
Annonymous Vivian Leung
Jackie Tumbokon
Helena Armitage Hazel Lindskog
Brenda Watts
Bill & Sandee Birse Karry Lukenbill
Lance & Bonnie Bredo Roger & Robin McKay Believing one should not ask
Bob & Anne Cooper Bill & Barb Oberg of others what they themselves
David L. Hardy Prof. Corp. Debra Petty & Aline Young are not willing or able to do,
John & Charlotte Dennehy Jeff & Debra Petty the Red Deer Hospice developed
Lena Drok Larry & Narda Playfair the Leadership Circle. Staff
Ken & Sharon Enion Carolyn Pohl was encouraged to demonstrate
Don & Janice Finch Regency Flooring and Interiors Ltd. their personal commitment to the
Iliene Gagne William & Patricia Shaw hospice by participating in the
Clarice Gustafson Noreen Stuart Fund a Day 2010 campaign
Harry & Lucille Hawkings Keith Walker through the Leadership Circle.
Tracey Hilton Jean Weddell Thank you to those closest to the
Walter & Diane Kubanek Bryan Wilson work we do for their support of
Kathy Lacey Doug & Gail Wine the Hospice Society.
Patrick & Stephanie Lawrence Kathryn Woodworth
Red Deer Hospice
We invite you to make a difference - join our Fund a Day 2011 campaign. currently has openings on
their Board of Directors.
“The care that Red Deer Hospice gives comes straight from the heart and touches the soul
of the dying and their families. It is a gift made possible by the generous loyalty and support For more information on serving
of our donors." with this dynamic group
contact Brenda at the Hospice.
To Make a Donation: Method of Payment:
Name: Cash
Address: Cheque (payable to Red Deer Hospice)
City/Prov: VISA
Postal Code: Phone: MasterCard
Email: Expiry Date: /
I would like to help the Red Deer Hospice Society with a donation: Cardholder Name:
One Time Donation of $ I would like more information on how to include
Monthly Donation of $ for ________ months. the Hospice in my estate.
Annual Donation of $ for ________ years. I have already included the Red Deer Hospice in
Please make my contribution In Memory Of: my estate planning.
Charitable Registration #866450547RR0001
The Red Deer Hospice Society is planning to raise an estimated amount of $723,500 this year on fund raising campaigns. It will cost our organization an estimate of $75,000. The
money raised will be going to the day-to-day operational budget of the Hospice. For further information please contact our Executive Director, 403-309-4344 ext. 102. Our address
is 99 Arnot Avenue and we are incorporated as a not-for-profit society in the province of Alberta.
