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| April 2012: Message from the CEO |
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Samira K. Beckwith
President and CEO
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Our appreciation of Hope volunteers is unending - like your dedication to our work.
However, a special week is designated each year to specifically recognize and honor you, the dedicated, loving people who help others in so many special ways - in the home, in our care centers and in our offices. National Volunteer Week is April 15 through 21.
Have you ever been asked, "Why do you volunteer for Hope?" Often, the person asking the question may have the notion that volunteering for Hope is exactly the opposite of what we know it to be.
Over the years, thousands of volunteers have described their experience in much the same way: rewarding; fulfilling; enjoyable; fun. Even our student volunteers have said they get as much out of volunteering as they put into it.
In the past year, Hope volunteers have generously given more time in the care and support of others than ever before. Our community is quite fortunate.
Thank you for all that you do.
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Join Us for Volunteer Appreciation
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Lee County - Hyatt Regency Hotel, Bonita Springs - April 5
Polk County - Terrace Hotel, Lakeland - April 9
Highlands/Hardee Counties - Garden Café, Sebring - April 11 |
| Ways to Volunteer | Faith Outreach We need volunteers to help spread the word about Hope. Our Faith Outreach callers contact local churches, temples and places of worship to inform them of the many programs and services that we provide. Can you help us? Contact Colette Johns.
Attention Animal Lovers Patients may experience stress at the end of life when they worry about who will take care of their pets. Could you help us? We're asking volunteers to help create a program to find homes for these beloved pets. Contact Colette Johns.
Fingerprinting The Volunteer Department is now processing fingerprints for our new staff and volunteers. If you would like to learn this interesting process and help out in the office please contact Barbara Tvedt.
Tuck-in Callers Contact patients and caregivers to discuss their comfort level. Callers are needed in all areas. Call your volunteer specialist to help with this effort.
Sewing OpportunitiesLap robes (small blankets) are needed for Hope Honor Guard presentations to our Veterans. Contact Jean Best. PACE Centers New Volunteer opportunities are available at the Hope PACE Centers. There are a variety of activities that volunteers may assist with, including front desk reception and pet visitation. You may choose to volunteer at the PACE Center that is closest to you: central Fort Myers, Port Charlotte, or Lehigh Acres. A PACE Center in North Naples will also be coming soon. Contact Joan Wyckoff to volunteer. Patient Visitors in Sebring Facilities  Brighten someone's day by visiting a nursing home or assisted living facility. Your help is needed in the Sebring area. Interested volunteers should contact Allison Lao.
Health Fair Helpers - Polk County Do you like to share Hope with others? Coordinate, set up and attend health fairs throughout Polk County. Contact Amy Arnold. Lakeland Office Volunteers and Admission Survey Callers Assist with filing, organizing supplies, and helping at the front desk. Help is also needed making phone calls for admission surveys. Contact Amy Arnold. Patient Assistance in Winter Haven Visit and sit with patients, run small errands or provide much needed transportation for patients and family members. Contact Amy Arnold. | |
Special Opportunities
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Upcoming Orientation Classes
If you know someone interested in becoming a volunteer with Hope, please have them call Joe Pardi.
April 11, Lehigh Acres April 17, Hope Chest April 27, Fort Myers
 Jewish Traditions at the End of Life Please join Rabbi Barras of Temple Beth El in Fort Myers at our Health Park campus for his informative presentation on Jewish traditions. Hope HealthPark Office April 23, 2012 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
AARP Safe Driving Class April 10, Community Center North Fort Myers April 18, Lehigh Acres Please call Joe Pardi for more information.
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| Announcements | Twins Stadium Volunteers Thanks to all the volunteers who helped at the baseball games this season. We had a lot of fun and it was a great time for everyone involved. Your hard work helped to raise money for Hope!
If you lost a ring at our our concession stand, please contact Joe Pardi.
Leaving for the Summer? If you are heading north, be sure to let your Volunteer Specialist know when you are leaving and when you plan to return. Have a safe journey and an enjoyable summer. We'll look forward to seeing you when you return!
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Join Us at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
The ticket price includes dinner, show, tax and gratuities. Call Joe Pardi for tickets.
The Great American Trailer Park Musical
Meet some of the residents of a trailer park called "Armadillo Acres". Norbert and Jeannie have been married for 20 years, and there's no electricity left in their relationship, a situation enhanced by Jeannie's agoraphobia, in which she refuses to leave their trailer.
April 24, 2012 at 5:30 p.m.
$41.50 per person
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Volunteer Manager Bob Sheehan 9470 HealthPark Circle Fort Myers, FL 33908 239-489-9188 239-482-3380 fax
Volunteer Educator Joe Pardi 9470 HealthPark Circle Fort Myers, FL 33908 239-489-9180 239-482-3380 fax Bereavement, Support Programs & Hospice House HealthPark Joan Wyckoff 9470 HealthPark Circle Fort Myers, FL 33908 239-489-9181 239-482-3380 fax Bonita Springs Barbara Nielsen 27200 Imperial Pkwy Bonita, FL 34135 239-444-4140 239-444-1111 fax Cape Coral Nina Tomasello 2430 Diplomat Pkwy E Cape Coral, FL 33909 239-656-3240 239-574-6417 fax Fort Myers, Beaches, & Shell PointBarbara Tvedt 9470 HealthPark Circle Fort Myers, FL 33908 239-985-7722 239-425-8750 fax Highlands & Hardee Counties Allison Lao 4840 Sun N Lake Blvd. Sebring, FL 33872 863-382-7004
863-382-0359 fax
Hope ChestJane Davis 13821 N Cleveland Ave
N Fort Myers, FL 33903 239-652-1114 239-985-7715 fax
Lehigh Acres, Hendry & Glades CountiesJean Best1201 Wings Way Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 239-415-7217 239-368-2141 fax N Cape, Downtown FMColette Johns13821 N Cleveland Ave N Fort Myers, FL 33903 239-985-7728
239-652-9211 fax Nursing Homes & Assisted LivingFran Nanio 13821 N Cleveland Ave N Fort Myers, FL 33903 239-985-7701 239-652-9211 fax Polk CountyAmy Arnold
1525 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL 33805 863-370-7017 863-688-4717 fax
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