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National Employee Appreciate Day Friday March 1st. This day of recognition was established in 1995 and it truly is a great day to let each Hospice of the Valleys team member know how much your hard work and dedication means. Once again we received a 5 STAR rating from Medicare as well as Top Workplace Award by the Inland Empire Press enterprise for 1the 10th consecutive year. You go above and beyond - and your dedication is so greatly appreciated. You should be proud of the role you play in our success. Warmest thanks to you and all you do.

Community Events Southwest Healthcare Women's Health Expo March 14 10:00 A.M - 1:30 P.M. Pechanga - Summit Ballroom 45000 Pechanga Parkway Temecula Menifee's Annual Senior Expo and Wellness Fair May 4th 10:00-1:00 Sun City Civic Association 26850 Sun City Blvd. Sun City

Notes from Friends Hospice of the Valleys serves hundreds of patients every year. We honor them by sharing their stories. They remind us every day of the meaning and purpose of our work and that human connection is at the heart of the Hospice experience. The following are notes Hospice of the Valleys has received from the families and patients we have been privileged to provide hospice care. "Thank you so much for making our mom's final months comfortable. We appreciate all you did." "From the bottom of our hearts we send our deepest and sincere gratitude and appreciation. Thank you".

Celebrate the Heart of Volunteering Become a Hospice Volunteer Hospice is about family and community... And volunteers bring heart to hospice. Our team always had the need for volunteers in patient support, music, veteran to veteran support, fundraising, administrative support and more. Hold a Hand-Give a Hug-Touch a Heart. Becoming a hospice volunteers is a meaningful and rewarding experience. You can make a difference! *Seeking bi-lingual volunteers for patient support and music* Hospice of the Valleys: Canyon Lake, Fallbrook, Hemet, Homeland, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, Nuevo, Perris, Quail Valley, Romoland, San Jacinto, Sun City, Temecula, Wildomar, Winchester Please contact Chrisy Lawless, Volunteer Manager 951-200-7800 or CLawless@hovsc.org for more information. You may also refer to our website page HospiceoftheValleys.org for new training updates.

Seeking Fundraising Volunteers - You can make a difference - Outgoing and Self-Motivated - Detail-Oriented and Good organization skills - Ability to Interact Positively with Guests and a Team. If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk with you about how you can help! Please contact: Chrisy Lawless 951-200-7800 | CLawless@Hovsc.org

Hiring Nurses We're hiring Nurses! If you're looking for a career that is as rewarding professional as it is personally, look no further. We offer positions for nurses who will have 24/7 access to a medical director with only a 12-patient caseload. Providing an excellent work/life balance, Hospice of the Valleys is a 5-star hospice and the recipient of the Inland Mpire Top Workplace from 2014-2023.

Empowering Social Workers! Inspiring Action, Leading Change Hospice of the Valleys celebrates Social Work Month in March with the theme "Empowering Social Workers." People become social workers because they have a strong desire to help others. Social workers have a hearty sense of social justice and follow a Code of Ethics that calls on them to enhance human well-being and help meet the basic human needs of all people.. They yare particularly attuned to the needs and empowerment of people who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty. Social work is one of the fastest growing professions in the United States, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). It predicts nearly 800,000 people will work as social workers in the United States by 2032, an increase of seven percent of the decade.. The annual Social Work Month campaign in March is a time to inform the public, policymakers, legislators, and employers about how social workers help millions of people every day, helping them to overcome life's hurdles and live to their full potential. You will find social workers everywhere in our society, including hospitals and mental health centers, federal, state, and local government, schools, community centers, corporations, and social service agencies. Hospice of the Valleys celebrates Social Work Month by honoring and highlighting the important role of social workers on the hospice patient care team. Each day, Hospice of the Valleys medical social workers provide support and assistance to patients and families as they cope with life-limiting illness and end of life issues. In addition to providing practical resources to help patients and families navigate the many challenges of a serious illness, they offer compassionate listening and emotional support to patients and families. Please join us in thanking our amazing social workers.

Saturday - March 30th, 2024 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM March Veterans Village 15305 6th St. March ARB, CA 92518 Vietnam War Veteran's Day Veteran's Recognition Ceremony & Car Show Keynote Speaker U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Ronnie Imel Guest Speakers CA Senator 32nd District: Kelly Seyarto Riverside County District 3 Supervisor: Chuck Washington Director of Riverside County Veterans Services: Greg Coffos For more info: johnhernandezvfw@gmail.com or 951-232-8072

The Holy Grail of Hospice Work Mike Patton Bereavement Counselor/Spiritual Care In my faith tradition our "book" begins with the Creator doing some very cool stuff and then calling it "good". At the end of this succinct and profound work, after the crowning creation of many and woman in the divine likeness, the Creator said it was "very good". The light was good, the earth and sea was good, the plants and animals was good, but the male and female human beings was very good. What made the difference? I'm not going to answer that question, but I think the answer to that question is what makes our hospice work... well, very good. When a human being reaches the end of life, when the natural course of life has become obvious enough to the medical community that their untreated health condition will end their life in 6 months or less, then a whole discipline of comfort care (hospice) is deemed appropriate.. For the past 20 years I have been very close to this work as a chaplain and bereavement counselor. The grief that follows the death of a loved one, while unique to each person and dictated by the depth of love shared with the deceased, is so profoundly different from regular life. Grief takes your life by the lapels and shakes it, intimidates it, and often knocks it into a season of dysfunction, or what our metaphor-man (retired Chaplain Bill) often called "tilt" like the old pinball machines would do. Because grief work is so hard I think it immeasurably important to be kind to grieving people, and to encourage grieving people to be kind to themselves. Kindness is not the only element of good hospice work, but it is an essential element if the work is "very good". Kindness as every level of care, (from the home health aides who gently and tenderly perform patient hygiene to the doctors who assess physical needs and prescribe appropriate meds), is the key to great hospice work. It is such an honor to sit in our weekly meetings and see and hear the doctors, nurses, volunteer coordinates, social workers and chaplains participate in the discussion of each patient. Their kindness compliments their professional competence. At the opposite end of our "book" there is a letter addressed to Galatians. In it the author refers to a set of character traits that are consistent with the work of the divine... they are love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. While kindness is not the only character trait of good hospice work, in my humble opinion, it is the "holy grail of hospice work".

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Grief Watch We'd like to thank Grief Watch for working with Hospice of the Valleys to provide these special Remembering Hearts to our bereaved family members. Hospice Hearts have become an invaluable gift we offer to our patients' families and caregivers. When separated, the tiny inner heart can be placed with the loved one who has died as a reminder of their unbroken connection to those who remain behind.

March 30th is National Physicians Day. Hospice of the Valleys is so grateful to have Dr. Cochrane and Dr. Ryder to care for our patients and their families. Than you both for all you do!

Chocolate- The Heart Healthy Treat Leslee B. Cochrane, MD. Executive Medical Director Chocolate is made from the beans of the cacao tree which is native to equatorial rainforests in Central and South America. The history of cacao dates back for thousands of years and several ancient Mesoamerican cultures including the Mayans and Aztecs were known to prize cacao beans and in fact would use them as currency for trade. Cacao beans were also used to prepare a drink which was used during feasts and festivals as well as for medicinal purposes. Research has shown that dark chocolate contains beneficial compounds known as flavanols which are powerful antioxidants with numerous health benefits. Flavanols fight inflammation and reduce cellular damage. Studies has shown that flavanols increase heart health by helping to lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of clotting thereby reducing the risks of stroke and heart disease. Other health benefits of flavanols found in the dark chocolate include their ability to boost immune function, prevent diabetes, improve brain function, enhance athletic performance and reduce stress. Studies have also shown that consuming chocolate causes the brain to release endorphins, serotonin, dopamine and oxytocin. People with depression and anxiety typically have low levels of serotonin which may explain why eating chocolate helps to relieve stress and produce a feeling of well-being. In light of these many positive benefits, dark chocolate can be enjoyed (without feeling guilty) when consumed occasionally as a part of a well-balanced diet. Research has shown that to optimize that beneficial effects of chocolate, you should look for dark chocolate (as opposed to milk chocolate) with at least 70% cacao content. Although the cacao found in dark chocolate has numerous health benefits; you must remember that the sugar, fat and other ingredients that are frequently added to chocolate products have potential negative effects which may offset the benefits if consumed in excess.

Hospice of the Valleys has the best volunteers! We never stop being amazed by the warmth and graciousness of our hospice volunteers. We appreciate all your efforts and so do the patients, families and staff. Thank you!

February Newsletter 2024

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Community Events Southwest Healthcare Women's Health Expo March 14 10:00 A.M - 1:30 P.M. Pechanga - Summit Ballroom 45000 Pechanga Parkway Temecula Menifee's Annual Senior Expo and Wellness Fair May 4th 10:00-1:00 Sun City Civic Association 26850 Sun City Blvd. Sun City

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Celebrate the Heart of Volunteering Become a Hospice Volunteer Hospice is about family and community... And volunteers bring heart to hospice. Our team always had the need for volunteers in patient support, music, veteran to veteran support, fundraising, administrative support and more. Hold a Hand-Give a Hug-Touch a Heart. Becoming a hospice volunteers is a meaningful and rewarding experience. You can make a difference! *Seeking bi-lingual volunteers for patient support and music* Hospice of the Valleys: Canyon Lake, Fallbrook, Hemet, Homeland, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, Nuevo, Perris, Quail Valley, Romoland, San Jacinto, Sun City, Temecula, Wildomar, Winchester Please contact Chrisy Lawless, Volunteer Manager 951-200-7800 or CLawless@hovsc.org for more information. You may also refer to our website page HospiceoftheValleys.org for new training updates.

Seeking Fundraising Volunteers - You can make a difference - Outgoing and Self-Motivated - Detail-Oriented and Good organization skills - Ability to Interact Positively with Guests and a Team. If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk with you about how you can help! Please contact: Chrisy Lawless 951-200-7800 | CLawless@Hovsc.org

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Thank You, Chaplain Bill Last week, we wished our Chaplain Bill well after many years serving our community, hospice patients and families. Bill will be incredibly missed and will always be remembered for playing guitar and singing sweet melodic tunes to our patients. We'll miss you!

Tribute to Chaplain Bill Mike Patton Bereavement Counselor/Spiritual Care It seemed appropriate for the bereavement guy to write about the retirement and moving out of state of our beloved "Chaplain Bill" Koster. As with any grief, there is a reluctance at first to believe it's true, but I literally saw him leave! So I raise my coffee cup to my colleague, my neighbor, and my friend. In the course of a career it is possible to meet someone who profoundly and positively changes your life. That was my experience with Bill Koster. I remember going with him to Sun City Gardens where he sat down in the common area and got his guitar out. Patients from the entire memory unit were wheeled in to be seated as close as they could get... and I witnessed the magic of a rock star as he delighted the residents with old songs that they enthusiastically sang with him! I found in Bill a wisdom, kindness, and charm that matched his talent. I would continue to learn from him for the entire time we worked together, which I know is an experience shared by so many of his colleagues at Hospice of the Valleys. Seven years ago Bill and Mary moved to a condo on Treasure Island in Canyon Lake. Upon seeing the lakefront condo, and the charm of the little community, I said, "Dude, would it be too weird if Lisa and I moved here, too?" I'm not sure Bill ever answered, but Mary said, "Yes, move here!" So we did... and for the past six years we have been neighbors in what I have affectionately termed "the senior dorms." During these years our work life and home life have been uniquely intertwined with collaboration of our spiritual care and bereavement work, shared interests in boating, Pickleball, great food, and many shared events. As our neighbors, Bill and Mary introduced us to many wonderful people in Canyon Lake and I can say that we found in Bill and Mary a warmth, wisdom, and joy that has deeply marked us for good and for life. While dealing with some serious health issues over the past couple of years, Bill and Mary continued to work, build relationships with family and friends, research and endure treatments, as well as do routine self-care. For two years Bill and I walked together at 6am, everyday but Sunday. It has proven to be one of the greatest gifts he gave to me... routine time. His wit, wisdom, and love for storytelling made our early mornings a healthy start that is sorely missed. I found Bill to be one of the kindest, wisest, and honest friends I have ever known. With their move to Michigan, Bill and Mary will be living nearer to their birth families. Mary's cancer has not been kind to her, so it seems best that they will be near her dad and Bill's mom along with their siblings and many friends at this time. His legacy is cherished.

Veterans Caregivers Are you a military veteran that serves as a caregiver to a family member or friend? If so, there is a free, online support group put on by the Red Cross Military and Veteran Caregiver Network (MVCN) called: Caregivers: Your life and Your Health Matters - Online This class introduces caregivers to the tenets and structure of Taking cHarge of My Life and My Health specially adapted for caregivers. Through tehse sessions, you will exxamine your daily life by considering your Circle of Health, which includes everything from mindful awareness and personal relationships to exercise, diet, and sleep. - What are you doing to stimulate your brain? - How flexible is your body? - With what frrequency are you waking up at night? How is your environment affecting you? - What are your main causes of stress? Join us to learn how to take better care of your life and your health to experience reduced stress and greater peace.. The mission of the MVCN is to provide our nation's military and veteran caregivers of all eras with peer support to reduce isolation and increase connection, engagement knowledge, skills and hope. Begins on Tuesday, February 2024 10:00am-11:30 PST and will continue every week on Tuesday, until March 26, 2024, 6 occurrences: February 20, 2024 10:00 AM February 27, 2024 10:00 AM March 5, 2024 10:00 AM March 12, 2024 10:00 AM March 19, 2024 10:00 AM March 26, 2024 10:00 AM Please Note: The class runs weekly for 60 - 90 minutes over 6 weeks. *Caregivers need to commit to all 6 sessions. To register, go to: https://wheel.to/K6Z6fG

Hiring Nurses We're hiring Nurses! If you're looking for a career that is as rewarding professional as it is personally, look no further. We offer positions for nurses who will have 24/8 access to a medical director with only a 12-patient caseload. Providing an excellent work/life balance, Hospice of the Valleys is a 5-star hospice and the recipient of the Inland Empire Top Workplace from 2014-2023.

Volunteer Corner We Love our hospice volunteers. Thank you for making the world a better place. Happy Valentine's Day!

Grief Watch We'd like to thank Grief Watch for working with Hospice of the Valleys to provide these special Remembering Hearts to our bereaved family members. Hospice Hearts have become an invaluable gift we offer to our patients' families and caregivers. When separated, the tiny inner heart can be placed with the loved one who has died as a reminder of their unbroken connection to those who remain behind.

January Newsletter 2024

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January 2024

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Celebrate the Heart of Volunteering Become a Hospice Volunteer Hospice is about family and community... And volunteers bring heart to hospice. Our team always had the need for volunteers in patient support, music, veteran to veteran support, fundraising, administrative support and more. Hold a Hand-Give a Hug-Touch a Heart. Becoming a hospice volunteers is a meaningful and rewarding experience. You can make a difference! *Seeking bi-lingual volunteers for patient support and music* Hospice of the Valleys: Canyon Lake, Fallbrook, Hemet, Homeland, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, Nuevo, Perris, Quail Valley, Romoland, San Jacinto, Sun City, Temecula, Wildomar, Winchester Please contact Chrisy Lawless, Volunteer Manager 951-200-7800 or CLawless@hovsc.org for more information. You may also refer to our website page HospiceoftheValleys.org for new training updates.

Seeking Fundraising Volunteers - You can make a difference - Outgoing and Self-Motivated - Detail-Oriented and Good organization skills - Ability to Interact Positively with Guests and a Team. If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk with you about how you can help! Please contact: Chrisy Lawless 951-200-7800 | CLawless@Hovsc.org

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CreatiVets NonProfit Organization Many Veterans are familiar with the patriotic songs that play around memorial holidays, but few songs represent the perspective of those who have served. Until now. Veteran-led nonprofit, CreatiVets, offers programs that allow Veterans to address their service-related traumas through art and music, With the release of over 40 songs, CreatiVets now provides the public and Veteran community with the opportunity to stream songs written by Veterans for Veterans for free. Veterans who participate in the CreatiVets songwriting program usually have no prior musical experience. Paired with a hit songwriter and a Veteran mentor, the Veterans create songs based on their own lived experiences, struggles and triumphs. Each song written touches on issues like combat, family, transition to civilian life and hope. CreatiVets' Veteran songs are now available to stream on all major music platforms. CreatiVets is focused on providing Veterans with tools to heal their unseen wounds. Through these songs, the organization hopes to expand understanding and community to the public, to those who have served and to their families. A recent VA News article shows that music therapy intervention leads to positive outcomes in the reduction of stress in post-combat Veterans. Continued research supports these findings, and CreatiVets is on the forefront of implementing these pre-clinical strategies in its efforts to prevent Veteran suicide and increase quality of life. In addition to released songs, CreatiVets also offers live streaming of music and art classes for free. Learn more on their website. Since 2013, CreatiVets has served over 2,000 Veterans directly while their Veteran-written songs have been Streamed over 15 million times. CreatiVets - Empowering wounded veterans to heal Visit CreatiVets.org

December Newsletter 2023

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Notes from Friends Hospice of the Valleys serves hundreds of patients every year. We honor them by sharing their stories. They remind us every day of the meaning and purpose of our work and that human connection is at the heart of the hospice experience. The following are notes Hospice of the Valleys have received fr4om the families of patients that we have been privileged to provide hospice care. "Every member of my husband's care team treated both of us with patience, kindness, and care during a very stressful and emotional time. What a sweet blessing his nurse Melissa, was to both of us." "My beautiful wife of 49 years, experience care and compassion during her last days at home thanks to the care and support of Hospice of the Valleys." "We truly appreciate what you do for our community. Thank you for your care and love to both patients and family."

Celebrate the Heart of Volunteering Become a Hospice Volunteer Hospice is about family and community... And volunteers bring heart to hospice. Our team always had the need for volunteers in patient support, music, veteran to veteran support, fundraising, administrative support and more. Hold a Hand-Give a Hug-Touch a Heart. Becoming a hospice volunteers is a meaningful and rewarding experience. You can make a difference! *Seeking bi-lingual volunteers for patient support and music* Hospice of the Valleys: Canyon Lake, Fallbrook, Hemet, Homeland, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, Nuevo, Perris, Quail Valley, Romoland, San Jacinto, Sun City, Temecula, Wildomar, Winchester Please contact Chrisy Lawless, Volunteer Manager 951-200-7800 or CLawless@hovsc.org for more information. You may also refer to our website page HospiceoftheValleys.org for new training updates.

Seeking Fundraising Volunteers - You can make a difference - Outgoing and Self-Motivated - Detail-Oriented and Good organization skills - Ability to Interact Positively with Guests and a Team. If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk with you about how you can help! Please contact: Chrisy Lawless 951-200-7800 | CLawless@Hovsc.org

Hospice of the Valleys would like to wish our amazing community a happy holiday season and blessed 2024

The Gift of Giving - Consider giving a year-end tax-eductible donation to Hospice of the Valleys. Perhaps you and your family can consider donating in lieu of gift-giving this holiday season. Or, donate knowing you are blessing another family with the gift of peace as they watch their loved one make their final transition. Your special donation gives the gift of love and hope and will forever be cherished by hospice families in our community. Thank you. Sincerely, Hospice of the Valleys Your Local Community Hospice

Sacred Space Mike Patton Bereavement Counselor/Spiritual Care The best and simplest definition of "sacred" is "set apart as special." This is important as a foundation for the inspiration I offer. Recently I was sitting in a comfy living room that was home to a dearly loved mother who was resting comfortably in a hospital bed, unable to respond to verbal stimuli, but with a beautiful look of peace on her face. The purpose of my meeting with the caregiving daughter was to offer support to her as she was preparing for the imminent death of her mother. In the course of our conversation I made the observation that we were sitting in "sacred space". Unpacking the phrase became obvious to me as I read the puzzled look on her face. I gently explained that what she had created was a beautiful nest within the home of her mother where love, soft blankets and pillows for warmth and comfort, had been carefully arranged for the moment when she would take her last breath and, according to her faith tradition, "God would come to her and take her home." So, the inspiration that blessed me and is my intended message for you, is to create sacred space for the well-being of another... whether it is a holiday party you are hosting, a family gathering you are attending, or the hospital bed of a beloved family member you are caring for. Whatever the occasion set aside a special time and space to honor a loved one and enter into the sacred space you have created. Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays Military Families During the holiday season, many of us turn our attention to those in need. One group that endures great hardship, but is often overlooked, is the military family. Most of us do not stop to think about the responsibilities and pain these families bear - especially around the holidays. Throughout the year, they sacrifice time spent with their spouse or parent during deployments, they sacrifice friendships and a stable home life each time they move across country, and they sacrifice peace of mind because they love someone in a dangerous occupation. These stresses are only magnified from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day. And even though military deployment is necessary to help keep peace around the world, for military families it means long separations, emotional distress and lifestyle adjustments. Deployment during the holidays means that the military dependents commemorate Christmas dinner and ring in the New Year as an incomplete unit, while the deployed member spends the day without family in a foreign, or even hostile country. Imagine how heartbreaking it must be for a parent consoling a child who doesn't understand why Mommy or Daddy can't b e home with them to enjoy the Thanksgiving turkey, light the Hanukkah Menorah, open presents on Christmas or watch the fireworks on New Year's Eve. So, as you consider helping those in need this holiday season or throughout the year, recognize the many sacrifices military families make. If you know a military family with a deployed spouse, consider making them a part of your family over the holidays. Invite them over for Christmas dinner, offer to take a family holiday portrait to send to the deployed family member, or perhaps send a small gift to the children. However you may choose to help a military family, consider it a gesture of thanks for the sacrifices they have made to help preserve our freedom. By serving their families, you are honoring those who serve our country.

Volunteer Corner As the holidays approach and we prepare to ring in 2024, our heartfelt thanks goes out to our amazing volunteers! Thank yhou for making this time of the year brighter for us. We wish you a joyous holiday season and a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year!

Host a Fundraiser! Would your business like to host a small community fundraiser, benefitting Hospice of the Valleys? This is a great way to have your group give back, and it can be simple! Perhaps you consider a "round up" program, giving people the ability to donate, or some sort of sponsorship initiative. IF you are interested, please contact Gina O' Bryant - 951-200-7815

Junior Advisory Board Our amazing Junior Advisory Board was hard at work making holiday cards for our patients and their families. A huge thank you to their creativity and generosity!

November Newsletter 2023

Hospice Honors

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We Honor Veterans

November 2023

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Thank you again to everyone who attended this year's Wine and Chocolate A Day at the Races Thank you for making amazing memories with us while raising funds for the patients and families of Hospice of the Valleys. 2023 was a record-breaking year for us and we're already looking forward to next year's fundraiser.

Home Health Care Week November 12-18, 2023

Celebrate the Heart of Volunteering Become a Hospice Volunteer Hospice is about family and community... And volunteers bring heart to hospice. Our team always had the need for volunteers in patient support, music, veteran to veteran support, fundraising, administrative support and more. Hold a Hand-Give a Hug-Touch a Heart. Becoming a hospice volunteers is a meaningful and rewarding experience. You can make a difference! *Seeking bi-lingual volunteers for patient support and music* Hospice of the Valleys: Canyon Lake, Fallbrook, Hemet, Homeland, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, Nuevo, Perris, Quail Valley, Romoland, San Jacinto, Sun City, Temecula, Wildomar, Winchester Please contact Chrisy Lawless, Volunteer Manager 951-200-7800 or CLawless@hovsc.org for more information. You may also refer to our website page HospiceoftheValleys.org for new training updates.

We are so very thankful for our volunteers!!

Seeking Fundraising Volunteers - You can make a difference - Outgoing and Self-Motivated - Detail-Oriented and Good organization skills - Ability to Interact Positively with Guests and a Team. If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk with you about how you can help! Please contact: Chrisy Lawless 951-200-7800 | CLawless@Hovsc.org

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Hospice of the Valleys 6yh Annual Love, Light, & Remembrance

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Courageous Conversations Discussing Goals of Care November 14th 3:00 PM

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October Newsletter 2023

Hospice Honors

Press Enterprise - TOP Work Places - 2014 - 2022

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OCTOBER 2023

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September Newsletter 2023

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We Honor Veterans

SEPTEMBER 2023

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Community Events SWHC Fall Vendor Fair - October 21st 5:00pm - 8:00pm Marna O'Brien Park 20505 Palomar Street Wildomar 92595 Temecula Health Fair - September 30th 9:00-12:00 41000 Main Street Temecula 92590

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Seeking Fundraising Volunteers - You can make a difference - Outgoing and Self-Motivated - Detail-Oriented and Good organization skills - Ability to Interact Positively with Guests and a Team. If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk with you about how you can help! Please contact: Chrisy Lawless 951-200-7800 | CLawless@Hovsc.org

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Dividends of Kindness - Mike Patton, Bereavement Counselor/Spiritual Care

National V.F.W. Day - September 29, 2023

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How to Lower Your Risk for Alzheimer's Disease - Leslee B. Cochrane, MD., Executive Medical Director

Rianthi with special guests: The Wine Snobs Mayhem Makers Saturday October 7th Benefiting Hospice of the Valleys

August Newsletter 2023

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We Honor Veterans

AUGUST 2023

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Seeking Fundraising Volunteers - You can make a difference - Outgoing and Self-Motivated - Detail-Oriented and Good organization skills - Ability to Interact Positively with Guests and a Team. If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk with you about how you can help! Please contact: Chrisy Lawless 951-200-7800 | CLawless@Hovsc.org

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July Newsletter 2023

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We Honor Veterans

JULY 2023

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Seeking Fundraising Volunteers - You can make a difference - Outgoing and Self-Motivated - Detail-Oriented and Good organization skills - Ability to Interact Positively with Guests and a Team. If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk with you about how you can help! Please contact: Chrisy Lawless 951-200-7800 | CLawless@Hovsc.org

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June Newsletter 2023

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