2019 SPRING/SUMMER NEWSLETTER 40 Years of Service: Hospice of the Ozarks is celebrating it’s 40th anniversary this year! From our humble beginnings in a Mountain Home residence to being blessed to move into our new administrative building in July, 2019, a special thank you to Dr. Carolyn Wilson and her team who envisioned what Hospice of the Ozarks is today; a thriving not-for-profit that has served over 10K patients and their families in Baxter and Marion counties. Thank you to our staff, volunteers and Board of Directors who serve tirelessly to ensure that the highest quality of compassionate care is provided and that our mission is the core of our care.

With our new location this summer, (811 Burnett Drive) we will be able to provide service to the community in a variety of many ways. From expanding our grief support to families of our hospice patients and individuals in the community who have lost loved one’s, to holding volunteer events and community education on the benefits of hospice and palliative care. Our 12 bed Hospice House will still continue to provide the three levels of care: General In-patient care, Respite and Residential care. Many people when they think of Hospice of the Ozarks, think about the Hospice House only. 96% of our patients receive care in the comfort of where ever they call home in Baxter and Marion counties. The Hospice House allows us to provide a unique level of care that no other hospice provides in north central Arkansas and it is with your continued generosity that we can continue to provide compassionate care to those at their end of life journey.

In anticipation of our building grand opening mid-summer, we will be holding a daylong celebration of gratitude to our overall donors and open house with tours. We would be honored if you could join us. Invitations will be sent-TBD in August.

Legacy Naming: Our new administrative building and warehouse is giving individuals a new way to honor their loved ones. We have naming opportunities for a wide range of rooms and landscaping starting at 3K to 25K. Please note that your pledge can be paid over a 5 year period. If you are interested in a legacy naming opportunity, or have additional questions, please visit with our Executive Director, Greg Wood, 870-508-1771 or gwood@hospiceoftheozarks.org.

Noteworthy News: We are proud to announce that our Executive Director, Greg Wood, M.S., L.S.W has been elected and named the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO)! The National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization, located in Washington, D.C., is the largest association of hospice and palliative care providers in the United States, with a membership of over 4,000 hospice providers and 57,000 plus professionals. Congratulations to Greg , who works diligently to influence and ensure quality care is offered and provided to all Americans at the end of their lives.

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Congratulations to our Recipients of the 2018 Pat Steger Memorial Service Award. This award

is provided through peer nominations. Left to right: Penny Britt, L.S.W., Social Worker and

Sherry Marcum, R.N., Admissions Coordinator

___________________________________________________ 870-508-1771 | 800-711-9596www.hospiceoftheozarks.org

701 Burnett Drive | Mtn. Home, AR | 72653

Spring/Summer 2019 Newsletter UPCOMING EVENTS

March Social Work Month

April Administrative Day & Volunteer Week

Visit us at the BRMC Health Fair May

RN & LPN week June

Annual Fundraiser-June 8 C.N.A. Week & Pet Peace of Mind

calendar contest registrationJuly

Submit photos/registration for Pet Calendar contest

WORDS FROM THE COMMUNITY The hospice team & volunteers provided

such comfort & compassion to my Mother during her last days. We are eternally

grateful for the loving support.” Cathy

“My brother was given excellent care and was treated with compassion & dignity.

We are so thankful.” John and Susan

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUPS “Growing Through Grief”

Mondays 1:00-3:00 p.m. at St. Peter’s Christian Life Center in Mtn. Home

Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Hospice of the Ozarks Administrative Building

Third Thursday of the month 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Kirby & Family

Funeral Home in Bull Shoals

Bereavement Support Groups available at no cost to anyone in the community

living with grief.

For more information, please contact Charlotte Repp, LSW, Bereavement

Coordinator at 870-508-1771 or crepp@baxterregional.org.

It is our mission to educate the community about the facts/myths of hospice care. If you are interested in

a speaking engagement, Contact: Elaine Essary at 870-508-1754

2019 SPRING/SUMMER NEWSLETTER 40 Years of Service: Hospice of the Ozarks is celebrating it’s 40th anniversary this year! From our humble beginnings in a Mountain Home residence to being blessed to move into our new administrative building in July, 2019, a special thank you to Dr. Carolyn Wilson and her team who envisioned what Hospice of the Ozarks is today; a thriving not-for-profit that has served over 10K patients and their families in Baxter and Marion counties. Thank you to our staff, volunteers and Board of Directors who serve tirelessly to ensure that the highest quality of compassionate care is provided and that our mission is the core of our care.

With our new location this summer, (811 Burnett Drive) we will be able to provide service to the community in a variety of many ways. From expanding our grief support to families of our hospice patients and individuals in the community who have lost loved one’s, to holding volunteer events and community education on the benefits of hospice and palliative care. Our 12 bed Hospice House will still continue to provide the three levels of care: General In-patient care, Respite and Residential care. Many people when they think of Hospice of the Ozarks, think about the Hospice House only. 96% of our patients receive care in the comfort of where ever they call home in Baxter and Marion counties. The Hospice House allows us to provide a unique level of care that no other hospice provides in north central Arkansas and it is with your continued generosity that we can continue to provide compassionate care to those at their end of life journey.

In anticipation of our building grand opening mid-summer, we will be holding a daylong celebration of gratitude to our overall donors and open house with tours. We would be honored if you could join us. Invitations will be sent-TBD in August.

Legacy Naming: Our new administrative building and warehouse is giving individuals a new way to honor their loved ones. We have naming opportunities for a wide range of rooms and landscaping starting at 3K to 25K. Please note that your pledge can be paid over a 5 year period. If you are interested in a legacy naming opportunity, or have additional questions, please visit with our Executive Director, Greg Wood, 870-508-1771 or gwood@hospiceoftheozarks.org.

Noteworthy News: We are proud to announce that our Executive Director, Greg Wood, M.S., L.S.W has been elected and named the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO)! The National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization, located in Washington, D.C., is the largest association of hospice and palliative care providers in the United States, with a membership of over 4,000 hospice providers and 57,000 plus professionals. Congratulations to Greg , who works diligently to influence and ensure quality care is offered and provided to all Americans at the end of their lives.

******************************************

Congratulations to our Recipients of the 2018 Pat Steger Memorial Service Award. This award

is provided through peer nominations. Left to right: Penny Britt, L.S.W., Social Worker and

Sherry Marcum, R.N., Admissions Coordinator

___________________________________________________ 870-508-1771 | 800-711-9596www.hospiceoftheozarks.org

701 Burnett Drive | Mtn. Home, AR | 72653

Spring/Summer 2019 Newsletter UPCOMING EVENTS

March Social Work Month

April Administrative Day & Volunteer Week

Visit us at the BRMC Health Fair May

RN & LPN week June

Annual Fundraiser-June 8 C.N.A. Week & Pet Peace of Mind

calendar contest registrationJuly

Submit photos/registration for Pet Calendar contest

WORDS FROM THE COMMUNITY The hospice team & volunteers provided

such comfort & compassion to my Mother during her last days. We are eternally

grateful for the loving support.” Cathy

“My brother was given excellent care and was treated with compassion & dignity.

We are so thankful.” John and Susan

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUPS “Growing Through Grief”

Mondays 1:00-3:00 p.m. at St. Peter’s Christian Life Center in Mtn. Home

Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Hospice of the Ozarks Administrative Building

Third Thursday of the month 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Kirby & Family

Funeral Home in Bull Shoals

Bereavement Support Groups available at no cost to anyone in the community

living with grief.

For more information, please contact Charlotte Repp, LSW, Bereavement

Coordinator at 870-508-1771 or crepp@baxterregional.org.

It is our mission to educate the community about the facts/myths of hospice care. If you are interested in

a speaking engagement, Contact: Elaine Essary at 870-508-1754

NON DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Hospice of the Ozarks, a subsidiary of Baxter Re gional Medical Center complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of

race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

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Celebrating the Journey Fund Raising Event Silent Auction.

100% of the proceeds go to care for our patient’s pets.

“ Move to the Baxter Beat “ 5K-2018 donation.

A Night to Remember….“Celebrating 40 Years:” Our annual fundraising event in November, A Night to Remember…..Celebrating

The Journey, was a huge success this past November. We raised $25,000! It is a blessing to be able to hold our biggest fundraiser of the year with your continued support. All proceeds go directly back into patient care.

Due to the congestion of the holiday season, we have decided to change the date of this event to June 8, 2019 (and keep the June date every year). Mark your calendars for another amazing evening at the Sheid on the ASUMH Campus! Catered by Whispering Woods and Rapp’s Barron Brewery serving up the beer with The Melodikats as our great entertainment! If you are interested in being a sponsor or donating a live or silent auction item, please call Elaine Essary at 870-508-1754. Join us and gather your friends on June 8th for A Night to Remember…..

2019 Board of Directors Rev. Dr. Fred Taylor, President Lane Strother Barbara Mallett, Vice President Art Stone Marilyn Wheat, Secretary Don Ott Trieneke Self Noel Morris Shelly Hill Pat Ballard Elton Kirby Dr. Bob Cogburn Joe Dillard, Former Mayor

2018 15th Float for Life donations

“Celebrating 40 Years.”

2020 Pet Peace of Mind Calendar: This groundbreaking national program enables hospice patients to keep their pets at home with them throughout their end of life journey. We also offer to help the patient and family rehome their furry family members if needed or wanted. 100% of the donations and proceeds from the calendar go directly back into the program. We will be accepting entries July 1st to July 31st and start casting $1 votes in August on www.hospiceoftheozarks.org and our Facebook page. Top vote winners will adorn our 2020 Calendar which will be for sale in the fall. More information on how to participate will be announced in the coming months on our website, social and local media.

Volunteering: We would not be able to provide the constant high level of service to our patients without our dedicated team of volunteers. Every day they assist our staff i n the community, office and the Hospice House. If you are interested in volunteering, we offer a variety of programs here and will match your interests and abilities. Our next training will be on Tuesday, March 19th from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. R.S.V.P. by March 13th. Contact Volunteer Coordinator: Deanna Lind, C.V.M. at 870-508-1716 for more information or to reserve your spot.

& 2018 gun raffle.

Celebration of Life Luncheon & Butterfly Release. Date will be in September, 2019

870-508-1771 |www.hospiceoftheozarks.org Affiliated with Baxter Regional Medical Center

701 Burnett Drive | Mountain Home, AR | 72653

NON PROFIT

U.S. POSTAGE PAID MTN. HOME, AR PERMIT NO. 50

OR CURRENT RESIDENT

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

Celebrating the Journey Fund Raising Event Silent Auction.

100% of the proceeds go to care for our patient’s pets.

“ Move to the Baxter Beat “ 5K-2018 donation.

A Night to Remember….“Celebrating 40 Years:” Our annual fundraising event in November, A Night to Remember…..Celebrating The Journey, was a huge success this past November. We raised $25,000! It is a blessing to be able to hold our biggest fundraiser of the year with your continued support. All proceeds go directly back into patient care.

Due to the congestion of the holiday season, we have decided to change the date of this event to June 8, 2019 (and keep the June date every year). Mark your calendars for another amazing evening at the Sheid on the ASUMH Campus! Catered by Whispering Woods and Rapp’s Barron Brewery serving up the beer with The Melodikats as our great entertainment! If you are interested in being a sponsor or donating a live or silent auction item, please call Elaine Essary at 870-508-1754. Join us and gather your friends on June 8th for A Night to Remember….. “Celebrating 40 Years.”

2020 Pet Peace of Mind Calendar: This groundbreaking national program enables hospice patients to keep their pets at home with them throughout their end of life journey. We also offer to help the patient and family rehome their furry family members if needed or wanted. 100% of the donations and proceeds from the calendar go directly back into the program. We will be accepting entries July 1st to July 31st and start casting $1 votes in August on www.hospiceoftheozarks.org and our Facebook page. Top vote winners will adorn our 2020 Calendar which will be for sale in the fall. More information on how to participate will be announced in the coming months on our website, social and local media.

Volunteering: We would not be able to provide the constant high level of service to our patients without our dedicated team of volunteers. Every day they assist our staff in the community, office and the Hospice House. If you are interested in volunteering, we offer a variety of programs here and will match your interests and abilities. Our next training will be on Tuesday, March 19th from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. R.S.V.P. by March 13th. Contact Volunteer Coordinator: Deanna Lind, C.V.M. at 870-508-1716 for more information or to reserve your spot.

2019 Board of Directors

Rev. Dr. Fred Taylor, President Lane Strother Barbara Mallett, Vice President Art Stone Marilyn Wheat, Secretary Don Ott Trieneke Self Noel Morris Shelly Hill Pat Ballard Elton Kirby Dr. Bob Cogburn Joe Dillard, Former Mayor

2018 15th Float for Life donations & 2018 gun raffle.

Celebration of Life

Luncheon &

Butterfly Release.

Date will be in

September, 2019