Niagara Hospice

We had a couple special visitors today at our Niagara Hospice campus! Aubree & Cooper hosted their own Niagara Hospice fundraiser by selling lemonade, hot dogs & baked goods. They may be little, but they presented us with a BIG check for $1,881! (They're pictured here with Karrie, Colleen and Allison from Special Events.)

Wow! We thank Aubree, Cooper & their family for their hard work, support & generosity! We really do have the most amazing community that does so much to support our mission, and Aubree & Cooper are one shining example of that. If you are interested in hosting an event for Niagara Hospice, please visit www.niagarahospice.org/host-it-for-hospice-2 to learn more!

What an AMAZING community, and what an AMAZING community partner we have in Cornerstone Community FCU! We cannot thank you enough for coordinating an awesome 2nd Annual Community Day, and choosing our organization, along with Kenan Center and Buddy's Second Chance Rescue, to receive the proceeds from this fun family event! We are so grateful! THANK YOU!

We provide presentations throughout Niagara County! Feel free to give us a call to learn more or complete this form to schedule yours! www.niagarahospice.org/presentation-request/

The Grateful Heart Award is a way for our patients & families to give thanks to Niagara Hospice staff for exhibiting excellence in care, embracing the mission and values of Niagara Hospice, and making the hospice journey meaningful. The award is presented quarterly.
If you would like to nominate a member of our Niagara Hospice Family, please visit www.niagarahospice.org/grateful-heart-award

We cannot wait for our upcoming Mighty Niagara Half Marathon and Hospice Dash, taking place on October 5!
Learn more and sign up today at www.mightyniagarahalfmarathon.com or www.hospicedash.com

We had an absolute blast at last year’s event, and we’re thrilled to announce that Niagara Hospice will be there again this year! A huge THANK YOU to Cornerstone Community FCU for organizing such an amazing community gathering and for choosing us as one of the beneficiaries. Your support means the world to us, and we can’t wait to make even more memories together. See you Saturday!

⏰ Our 2nd Annual Cornerstone Community Day is this Saturday! Join us at the Kenan Center Arena from 10 AM - 3 PM for a day of local shopping, fun games, food, and community spirit - all to support Niagara Hospice, Buddy's Second Chance Rescue, and Kenan Center! You won’t want to miss it!

Tomorrow is the Niagara Hospice ConnectLife Blood Drive!
Walk-ins welcome, or to make an appointment : Call 716.529.4270 or visit www.ConnectLifeGiveBlood.org & enter sponsor code: 002014

August blood donors will receive an exclusive Buffalo Bills water bottle AND be entered to win a pair of M&T Club tickets to the 9/8 home opener!

Flashback Friday! Although we are a few months out from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, we are happily sharing these Light-a-Life photos from 2013 to officially announce that we will be returning the Light-a-Life event to our Niagara Hospice Sunset Drive campus this year!
Stay tuned for details!

We couldn't have ordered up a more beautiful day for Saturday's Hospice Gran Fondo Bike Ride! Thank you to all who rode the Gran Fondo, sponsored or donated to the ride, and those who volunteered their time to make it a success! Your support means so much to us!

We are honored to care for individuals & their loved ones as they near the end of the winding road on the journey of life. We believe every day is a gift, and we are dedicated to helping patients & their loved ones maximize moments to make the most of every day.
We appreciate the kind words that are shared with us by so many we have cared for, and we would like to share just some of those words with you! Thank you! If you would like to share your Niagara Hospice story, visit www.niagarahospice.org/share-your-family-story

Our next ConnectLife Blood Drive is just 2 weeks away! To make an appointment for our 8/20 Blood Drive: Call 716.529.4270 or visit www.ConnectLifeGiveBlood.org & enter sponsor code: 002014

August blood donors will receive an exclusive Buffalo Bills water bottle AND be entered to win a pair of M&T Club tickets to the 9/8 home opener!

Healing & Hope after the loss of a loved one....Niagara Hospice is here to help guide and support you, validate your feelings, facilitate your healing, and listen without judgment as you process the vast emotions of grief and adjust to the world without your loved one. Learn more about our Grief Support Services by visiting www.niagarahospice.org/bereavement-services or feel free to call us at (716) 280-0777.

Grief Support | Niagara Hospice Our team is here to help you and your loved ones through the grieving process - find the support you need during this difficult time.

Bike Ride for Niagara Hospice is only 1 week away! Sign up at www.hospicegranfondo.com

Come be a part of our Niagara Hospice family, or share with someone who you think would be a great fit for one of our available positions!
Visit www.NiagaraHospice.org/careers to learn more & apply!

At the beginning of this year, we announced the July 31 retirement of longtime Niagara Hospice President & CEO, John Lomeo. Yesterday, John said farewell to his role at the helm of Niagara Hospice, but we will forever have the “Lomeo Way” legacy to guide us. Congratulations, John.

Today, we welcome Carlo Figliomeni as our President & CEO. Carlo has been our COO/CFO for over 19 years, and our Niagara Hospice family cannot be happier to see him start this next chapter as the leader of our organization. Congratulations, Carlo!

The Grateful Heart Award is a way for our patients & families to give thanks to Niagara Hospice staff for exhibiting excellence in care, embracing the mission and values of Niagara Hospice, and making the hospice journey meaningful for patients and their loved ones. The award is presented quarterly.
Our 2024 2nd Quarter Grateful Heart Award Winner is…… Jodie Rae Neadow, RN!!!
Here are just a few of the kind words from Jodie’s THREE nominations:
“In a word, Jodie is our angel. She is the most caring nurse our family has ever met.”
“Jodie is an excellent medical professional, but even more importantly, she is an amazing human being. She cares for all of us -- mind, body, and soul.”
“Jodie exceeds our expectations with her caring and giving spirit every day.”
“She is a saint. No matter what the issue is, she is always there for me. She is always going above and beyond to make me comfortable; she is a sweetheart. I look forward to seeing her, even if I don’t feel well. I could go on for days and days about her wonderful care.”

Congratulations, Jodie!
If you would like to nominate any of our Niagara Hospice staff for the Grateful Heart Award, please visit www.niagarahospice.org/grateful-heart-award

For anyone who has been touched by hospice care, most express that it is a unique, compassionate and dignified experience for the patient and their loved ones.
Dame Cicely Saunders, founder of the modern hospice movement, was responsible for the foundation of the discipline and culture of what hospice care is today. Niagara Hospice is so honored to care for our community. To learn what hospice care is all about, visit www.NiagaraHospice.org

📅 Save the Date! 📅

Our exciting Cocktails & Cash fundraiser is set for November 15, 2024, at Shawnee Fire Hall, and we need your help to make it unforgettable!

We’re looking for the perfect theme to set the stage for an evening of fun and fundraising. Got any creative ideas? Drop your theme suggestions in the comments and let us know what you’d love to see!

Stay tuned for more details and get ready for a night to remember—all while supporting the mission of Niagara Hospice.

Today, we celebrated our Niagara Hospice family with a summer picnic, and it was such a perfect day for it! We also took this opportunity to send our well wishes with John Lomeo, who has been our President & CEO since 2000! His last day is July 31.

We shared a very special gift with him-a plaque that will be displayed at Niagara Hospice House. Please take a moment to read it-if you don't know John, this will give you a good idea of his legacy, and if you do know John, you will understand the importance of the "Lomeo" Way. THANK YOU, JOHN. We wish you the very best in this next chapter of life.

We are so incredibly grateful to the Redmen Club of Lockport! The club chose Niagara Hospice as the organization to receive the proceeds from their recent lottery fundraiser.

Several club members presented Allison Bolt, Special Events Coordinator, and Karrie Gebhardt, Director of Advancement, (seated, left to right) with a check for $2,500!

Thank you so much for your awesome generosity and support! It is so appreciated and helps us move our mission forward in our community!

It is almost here! There is a route for everyone at 15, 33, or 62 miles! An awesome afterparty awaits you after your ride, packed with food, beverages and live music to help you relax and unwind!! And if the bike ride isn't your speed, you can buy a ticket for just the afterparty!

Sign up today for the ride or afterparty at www.hospicegranfondo.com

What is the difference between palliative & hospice care? We are here to answer that question & more! Visit www.PathwaysPCP.org or give us a call at 716-304-1214 to learn more!

We love spreading the word about the awesome work of our Niagara Hospice volunteers, and pictured here are the dynamic duo of Aubrey and Rita. On Fridays, they help with the snack and movie cart at Hospice House. Patients and their loved ones look forward to their weekly visits, not just for the great snacks, but especially for the smiles and cheerful energy they bring!

Thank you Rita and Aubrey for making this cart so successful and for your continued dedication to serving up some sweetness to brighten everyone's day!

A healthy mix of rain and sun has continued to nourish our Niagara Hospice Memorial Gardens! So many blossoms and vibrant colors bring such peace and reflection to all who spend time surrounded in their beauty.
"Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light." -Theodore Roethke

Another ConnectLife Blood Drive is coming to the Niagara Hospice campus! To make an appointment for our 8/20 Blood Drive: Call 716.529.4270 or visit www.ConnectLifeGiveBlood.org & enter sponsor code: 002014

August blood donors will receive an exclusive Buffalo Bills water bottle AND be entered to win a pair of M&T Club tickets to the 9/8 home opener!

Starts now! ! Visit https://give716.org/give/give716/give716/2024/charities/niagara-hospice-inc to give and have your chance at winning some awesome prizes!

Many thanks to everyone who coordinated, supported, attended, and volunteered at the Jack Beatty Memorial Hospice Cruise and Clambake! So much work goes into an event like this and we are beyond grateful. It was such a beautiful evening!