Good Samaritan Hospice will once again host its annual Light Up a Life
Program on Monday, November 9, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. Light Up a Life is an
annual fund raising and candle-lighting service held in remembrance of
individuals who have passed away and in celebration of those living. This
is a community-wide event that Good Samaritan Hospice provides to eleven
counties with families and friends of hospice residing throughout the country.
“Light Up a Life is a very special event where the Hospice staff
can continue to support families and loved ones during their journey to
live each day with hope and meaning,” stated Jane Russell, Director
of Continuum of Care. “We enjoy being a part of this beautiful experience
with the family members of those who have passed every year.”
Charitable contributions are greatly appreciated and ensure that Good Samaritan
Hospice, a non-profit organization, will be able to continue and provide
the gift of loving care to patients and their families during the final
season of life, regardless of their ability to pay. It is the generosity
of those who support the hospice mission “to celebrate the lives
of those who light up our lives” that contributes to this beautiful
tradition for the past 20 years.
“The Light Up a Life annual candle-lighting service is a wonderful
opportunity for the hospital and the greater community,” explained
Andrea Evans, Bereavement Coordinator. “During November, which is
National Hospice Month and in early December, as a prelude to winter,
hospices throughout the country sponsor a Light Up a Life Program to gather
families and friends for a time of remembrance, ritual and renewal. This
event is also a fund raising opportunity for the hospital so we can continue
the comforting care of individuals in their final journey.”
The candle-lighting service will be at Highland Woods Community Center,
1377 S. Hart Street in Vincennes, Indiana. Beverages will be available
before the event and a reception will follow the ceremony. If you would
like to make a contribution or have any questions, please contact Good
Samaritan Hospice at 812-885-8035.