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news releases      April 27, 2007 Wayne State University's College of Nursing Alumni Association honors HOM President and CEO Dottie Deremo as 2007 Alumna of the Year. February 15, 2007 Hospice of Michigan honors Cadillac Volunteer of the Month Volunteer Carolyn Kiser is recognized for dedicated service. February 2, 2007 Hospice of Michigan honors Gaylord Volunteer of the Month (Gaylord) Volunteer Fran Long receives award for dedicated service. February 1, 2007 Kiwanis Club and Pizza Hut Join Together to bring Hearts for Hospice to Alpena 8th Annual Hearts for Hospice Fundraiser benefits patients in NE Michigan February 1, 2007 Hospice of Michigan Nurse Goes Above and Beyond Cindy Hassien provides exceptional comfort, care and support to downriver patients. January 29, 2007 Cadillac Tree Grower Branches into Philanthropy Sales from "Jesus Birthday" Trees supports Cadillac area hospice patients. January 25, 2007 Retailers Help Hospice of Michigan Spread Holiday Joy Donations from local businesses helped make the holidays brighter for Hospice of Michigan patients. January 22, 2007 Hospice of Michigan names Stephanie Erickson Marketing Representative for Grand Rapids Jenison resident shares broad experience to help raise awareness about end-of-life services. January 22, 2007 Hospice of Michigan adds Physicians Roger Lemmen, MD, and Louis Marks, MD, join clinical team serving greater Grand Rapids. December 14, 2006 150 Brownies and Girl Scouts make Handmade Cards for Hospice of Michigan Patients Santa’s Little Helpers Make 433 Cards to Help Celebrate the Season. December 13, 2006 Ruth Longcore Celebrates Two Decades of Service with Hospice of Michigan Grand Rapids resident provides comfort and support to patients and their families. December 11, 2006 2006 Gaylord Volunteer of the Year Donna Mankowski receives award for dedicated service. . November 27, 2006 Hospice Of Michigan Shares Story Of A Young Patient The smile of Wayland’s Doug Mitchell lives on in the hearts of family and friends. November 21, 2006 During National Hospice Month Hospice of Michigan Recognizes Volunteers Rosie Bliemeister provides caregiver support to Gaylord patient and her family. November 16, 2006 Hospice of Michigan recognizes National Hospice Month Hospice of Michigan Home Health Aide, Connie Werda, delivers compassionate care in Alpena Area. November 16, 2006 Hospice of Michigan, Henry Ford Health System and Oakwood Health System Partner to bring Palliative and End-Of-Life Training Center to Advance Palliative-Care Excellence at Wayne State University presents training for Physicians and Nurses. November 9, 2006 Hospice of Michigan Offers Help in Coping with Grief at the Holidays Hospice of Michigan offers helpful ways to cope with loss and help with the healing process. November 3, 2006 During National Hospice Month Hospice of Michigan learns from Big Rapids' Original Volunteer 91-year-old resident reflects on a lifetime of service. October 31, 2006 Oakland County Resident finds working with Hospice Of Michigan Rewarding And Inspiring Edith Andersen helps patients leave legacy for families. October 5, 2006 Hospice Of Michigan names Ellie Specht Development Representative for Northern Michigan Specht to help raise funds for northern Michigan, including Gaylord, Alpena, Crawford County, Roscommon and Cadillac. October 4, 2006 Hospice Of Michigan’s Macomb Team Announces First Annual Road Rally Funds raised will benefit Macomb-area families. September 29, 2006 Hospice of Michigan’s Grief Support Groups provide a Supportive Environment for Families Coping with Loss Sharon Smith to facilitate Dearborn-area Grief Support Group. February 1, 2006 Hospice of Michigan Opens New Fremont Location (FREMONT) Hospice of Michigan’s Newaygo County Team has moved to a new work site that will make the current services to Newaygo County more visible to those in need of hospice care. They were previously located in the non-profit center at the Fremont Area Community Foundation. February 1, 2006 Hospice of Michigan's Ann Arbor office seeks administrative volunteers (ANN ARBOR) Hospice of Michigan’s Ann Arbor office is growing and we are looking for people in our community who are interested in volunteering to help in the following ways. We are in need administrative volunteers who are willing to help answer phones, do computer work, filing and other assigned duties. February 1, 2006 Dexter Pub to Donate 10% of Sales to Hospice of Michigan (DEXTER) The Dexter Pub located at 8114 Main Street in historic downtown Dexter will be donating 10 percent of all its restaurant sales on Tues., Feb. 7. Hospice of Michigan will use proceeds for patients who cannot afford care. February 1, 2006 Specht Returns To Hospice of Michigan (GAYLORD) Ellie Specht has returned to Hospice of Michigan’s as a Regional Volunteer Program Coordinator for Gaylord, Alpena, Atlanta, Roscommon, Rogers City and surrounding cities. Dorothy Deremo, President and CEO of HOM, made the announcement. January 24, 2006 Hospice of Michigan releases award-winning Alzheimer’s Caregiver Manual (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan has issued the second edition of "Caring for a Loved One with Advanced Dementia," a 28-page Caregiver’s Manual for families of individuals with advanced dementia who are in need of hospice care. November 28, 2005 Denise Hollis named New Human Resources Director (DETROIT) Denise Hollis has been named Hospice of Michigan's Human Resources Director. Bob Cahill, Senior Vice President for Business Operations, made the announcement. November 16, 2005 Light Up A Life - Gaylord campaign underway (ALPENA) Hospice of Michigan has begun it’s 17th annual Light Up A Life fundraising campaign to help ensure that patients and families in the Alpena community receive the highest quality care and support services during this difficult time. November 17, 2005 Light Up A Life - Gaylord campaign underway (GAYLORD) Hospice of Michigan has begun it’s 2nd annual Light Up A Life fundraising campaign to help ensure that patients and families in the Gaylord community receive the highest quality care and support services during this difficult time. November 16, 2005 Light Up A Life - Alpena campaign underway (ALPENA) Hospice of Michigan has begun it’s 17th annual Light Up A Life fundraising campaign to help ensure that patients and families in the Alpena community receive the highest quality care and support services during this difficult time. October 31, 2005 Patrick Miller named Corporate Director of New Business Development (DETROIT) Patrick Miller has been named Corporate Director of New Business Development. In this position, Miller will develop new programs and business partnerships throughout the state for HOM. October 28, 2005 John Bell named Major Gifts Manager (DETROIT) John Bell has been named Hospice of Michigan's Major Gifts Manager. In this position, Bell will manage projects relating to major gift procurement and planned gifts. October 27, 2005 Rod Borillo named Director of Research And Education (DETROIT) Rod A. Borillo, PhD, has been named Hospice of Michigan's Director of Research and Education. October 4, 2005 This Fall, Clean Out Your Closets and Help Hospice of Michigan (DETROIT) Charity Trading announced today that it is now accepting donated items (personal, industrial, collectible, etc.) to sell via the Internet on behalf of Hospice of Michigan. October 1, 2005 Hospice of Michigan partners with Comerica for A Thousand Cranes, A Thousand Memories project (ANN ARBOR) Throughout October, Hospice of Michigan (HOM) and Comerica Bank will begin a month-long partnership to raise funds for HOM’s A Thousand Cranes, A Thousand Memories project. August 5, 2005 Hospice of Michigan Volunteer Services Training (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan will be holding Volunteer Services Training for interested parties in the Ann Arbor region in September 2005. July 15, 2005 Hospice of Michigan Names New Director of Reimbursement (DETROIT) Nancy Malovey, has been named the new Director of Reimbursement for Hospice of Michigan. July 12, 2005 Hospice of Michigan Names New Southeast Michigan Regional Board Chair (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan has announced that Judith Trepeck, CPA, has been named the 2005-06 chair for the Hospice of Michigan’s Southeastern Regional Board. July 7, 2005 A Thousand Cranes, A Thousand Memories, A Unique fundraiser in Ann Arbor and Chelsea for Hospice of Michigan (ANN ARBOR) Thousands of paper Origami cranes will be winging their way towards a greater awareness of Hospice of Michigan (HOM) with the help of several fundraising events in Washtenaw County, a book, a theatrical play and a painting. May 31, 2005 2005 Leadership Policy Conference Electronic Auction (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan and the Detroit Regional Chamber will be using cutting-edge software at 2005 Leadership Policy Conference Electronic Auction, creating a memorable bidding experience for attendees. May 26, 2005 Boyne City Grief Support Services (BOYNE CITY) Hospice of Michigan is beginning a grief support group series that offers insight and coping skills for an adult’s journey through grief. March 21, 2005 Living w/ Grief (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan (HOM) has partnered with Oakwood Hospital to offer the public an informative grief support teleconference entitled Living w/ Grief: Ethical Dilemmas at the End of Life. February 24, 2005 Hospice of Michigan Announces New Board Members (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan (HOM) has announced the appointment of new members to its Board of Trustees, its regional Advisory boards of directors and trustees to its Foundation for terms beginning in 2005. January 27, 2005 Hospice of Michigan Hosts First Annual Snowmobile SafarI (NORTHERN MICH) Hospice of Michigan will soon hold their first Snowmobile Safari, a snowmobile fundraising event set for Saturday, February 5, 2005 that will allow snowmobile enthusiasts to enjoy the trails of northern Michigan while they support a local charity. January 18, 2005 Hospice Pharmacia Launches Pediatric Medication Use Guidelines (PHILADELPHIA, PA) Hospice Pharmacia (HP), a division of excelleRx, Inc., today announced the release of its Pediatric Medication Use Guidelines (Pediatric MUGs) – HP’s first evidence-based protocols developed specifically for use in the management of end-of-life symptoms for pediatric hospice patients. September 25, 2004 November is National Hospice Month (GRAND RAPIDS) November 2004 marks the 26th Anniversary of National Hospice Month, which began when Jimmy Carter signed the first National Hospice Month Proclamation in 1978. September 8, 2004 Hospice of Michigan forms African American Advisory Commitee. (DETROIT) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN’S new African American Advisory Committee will work to broaden the understanding of hospice and palliative care and increase the usage of hospice services within Detroit’s African American community. September 2, 2004 Ryder Cup Parking to benefit Hospice of Michigan (DETROIT) Parking at the 2004 Ryder Cup will benefit HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN and the Autistic Children’s Treatment Network July 30, 2004 Hospice of Michigan announces new directors (DETROIT) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN has announced an appointment of two new directors. The announcement was made by Dorothy Deremo, president and CEO of HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN. July 21, 2004 Hospice of Michigan offers Grief Support Groups (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan (HOM) will host a Grief Support Group for adults who have experienced the loss of a parent. The groups are designed to provide support and information regarding the grieving process. July 13, 2004 Hospice of Michigan President to help develop "Blueprint for Health Care Reform" (DETROIT) Dorothy Deremo, president and CEO of HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN, has been selected by the Wye River Group and the Foundation for American Health Care Leadership as a participant in a national health care policy forum August 10 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Deremo will address issues surrounding end-of-life care. July 13, 2004 Hospice of Michigan in Ann Arbor seeks daytime volunteers serving Washtenaw, Western Wayne, Livingston, OAkland and Northern Monroe counties (ANN ARBOR, MI) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN's Ann Arbor team is looking for members of the community willing to donate their time helping Hospice of Michigan provide individuals near the end-of-life quality care. Hospice of Michigan's Ann Arbor office has 100 volunteers dedicated to providing more than 3000 hours a year to helping hospice patients and families in our community. July 2, 2004 Hospice of Michigan announces Clinical Leadership Positions (DETROIT) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN has announced the appointment of five new leaders who will oversee the organization's Clinical Services Division. Dorothy Deremo, president and CEO of HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN, made the announcement. July 1, 2004 Hospice of Michigan nurses receive hospice and palliative care certification (ANN ARBOR, MI) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN Ann Arbor team nurses Twila Stuhr and Cathy Gleason have received Hospice and Palliative Care certification from the National Hospice and Palliative Care Nurses Association. June 29, 2004 Hospice of Michigan announces additions to Development Team (DETROIT) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN (HOM) recently announced that it has hired Mary Alice Bankert as its Major Gifts Director, and Bradley Gee as a Development Associate. Dorothy Deremo, HOM's president and CEO, made the announcements. May 27, 2004 Hospice of Michigan Medical Director receives Educator of the Year Award (DETROIT) John W. Finn, MD, Chief Medical Director of HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN's Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life, was recently honored as the Michigan Hospice and Palliative Care Organization's Educator of the Year (MHPCO). He received the award at MHPCO's leadership conference in Kalamazoo. May 24, 2004 Specht joins Hospice of Michigan as Gaylord Team Volunteer Program Coordinator (GAYLORD, MI) Eleanor 'Ellie" Specht has joined HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN's Gaylord Team as Volunteer Program Coordinator. Dorothy Deremo, President and CEO of HOM, made the announcement. May 19, 2004 Hospice of Michigan President receives nonprofit leadership award from Harvard Business School Club of Michigan (DETROIT) Dorothy Deremo, president and CEO of HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN, has been awarded the 2004 Nonprofit Leadership Award by the Harvard Business School Club of Michigan. She received the award at the organization's Business Statesman of the Year dinner on May 18 at Oakland Hills Country Club in Bloomfield Hills. May 14, 2004 Hats off to Hospice of Michigan Volunteers (GAYLORD, MI) Hospice of Michigan recently held a luncheon at their Gaylord branch to honor its more than 70 active volunteers. To show their appreciation, the staff prepared lunch for the volunteers and the room was decorated in the theme of "Hats off to our Volunteers". A special thank you to local businesses: Glen's, BJ's, Diana's, and Save-a-Lot for their donations to make this luncheon so enjoyable. April 30, 2004 Hospice of Michigan to honor local individuals, corporations for their outstanding achievements honors bestowed at Crystal Rose Ball May 15 (DETROIT) At its 19th Annual Crystal Rose Ball, HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN (HOM) will honor five individuals for their outstanding efforts on behalf of the organization. The Crystal Rose Ball takes on Saturday, May 15 at Compuware Headquarters in Detroit. April 1, 2004 Walk & Remember Visit hom.org to sign up for Hospice of Michigan's statewide event (DETROIT) Walkers across the state can sign up for HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN'S 9th Annual Walk & Remember 5K pledge walk by simply logging on to www.hom.org. The state-of-the-art website includes user-friendly entry forms that can be submitted electronically. The website also includes easy to use instructions for volunteering at the walk and other ways to support the organization's fundraiser. March 19, 2004 Saying "The Four Things That Matter Most" Hospice of Michigan sponsors luncheon lecture with Ira Byock, MD (DETROIT) Ira Byock, MD, author of the recently released, The Four Things That Matter Most, will discuss at a talk on Monday, April 19, in Dearborn, the real-life stories of forgiveness and healing that inspired his book. This event is sponsored by Hospice of Michigan. March 3, 2004 Hospice of Michigan announces Statewide Photography Contest for 3rd - 12th Grades and Community Members Capturing the magic of life through the eyes of a child. (GRAND RAPIDS, MI) To launch its 2004 fundraiser, The Big Picture Project, HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN is conducting a statewide photography contest to encourage community participation in The Big Picture Project and to build awareness for Hospice of Michigan's Pediatric Hospice Program. The contest is separated into two sections, school age children grades 3-12 and community participants. Participants in the contest may select to photograph any subject matter that reflects one of Hospice's four components: peace, compassion, dignity, or comfort. Entrants are also required to submit (in 50 words or less) an explanation of their photo. 20 winning photos will be selected, printed and framed, and displayed at a photo exhibit, along with Hospice of Michigan pediatric family photos. March 3, 2004 McHale joins Hospice of Michigan as Corporate Marketing Director (DETROIT) Michael McHale has been named Corporate Marketing Director at HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN (HOM). Dorothy Deremo, President and CEO of HOM, made the announcement. March 1, 2004 Hospice of Michigan Announces New Board of Trustees Officers (DETROIT) Dennis Gershenson, CEO and Trustee of Ramco-Gershenson, Inc. Properties Trust was elected Chair of the HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN (HOM) Board of Trustees at its annual meeting. He resides in Franklin, Michigan. HOM President and CEO, Dorothy Deremo made the announcement. March 1, 2004 Hospice of Michigan President Appointed by Governor Granholm to Commission (DETROIT) Governor Jennifer M. Granholm recently announced the appointment of Dorothy Deremo, president and CEO of HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN to the Certificate of Need (CON) Commission. Deremo will be representing nurses and her term of appointment expires December 31, 2006. February 9, 2004 Monopoly theme highlights 19th Annual Hospice of Michigan Crystal Rose Ball (DETROIT) Centering on a light-hearted and fun "Monopoly" theme, HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN'S (HOM) 19th Annual Crystal Rose Ball will be held at Compuware World Headquarters on May 15. Guests can visit Boardwalk and Park Place, and send their friends "Directly to Jail" at this year's gala fundraiser presented by Dow Automotive. The event includes a gourmet dinner, dancing, and an evening of fun and games. February 4, 2004 Become A Hospice of Michigan Volunteer Begin A Wonderful New Journey (ANN ARBOR, MI) "Life is a journey and you can begin this one now." Hospice of Michigan's Ann Arbor office is looking for volunteers to spend time with patients nearing the end-of-life. The Ann Arbor team of staff and volunteers serve Washtenaw, Wayne, Livingston and Oakland Counties. January 15, 2004 Dr. James B. Fahner wins community quarterback award for Hospice of Michigan pediatrics (GRAND RAPIDS, MI) James B. Fahner, MD has been selected as one of the eight finalists for the 2003 William Clay Ford Community Quarterback Award sponsored by the NFL and PARADE Magazine. The nationwide winner will be announced at the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2004. Fahner was awarded a grant of $1,250 to benefit Hospice of Michigan's Pediatric Program, a program he helped start with the help of DeVos Children's Hospital in 1996. December 10, 2003 Hospice of Michigan participates in 2003 Worldwide Children's Memorial Service, Dec, 14 Candle Lighting honors memory of all children (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan will host a Children's Memorial Candle Lighting service at the organization's Brush Park facility at 6:30 p.m. on December 14. The service is part of the Compassionate Friends' 2003 Worldwide Candle Lighting, where across the world families will gather in various locations to light a candle in memory of the death of a child of any age. October 20, 2003 Hospice of Michigan receives spirit of collaboration award honorary mention (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan has received an Honorary Mention in the Spirit of Collaboration Awards, presented by the Michigan Cancer Consortium (MCC). October 20, 2003 Hearts for Hospice of Michigan's fall luncheon features photojournalist Linda Solomon, Nov. 4 (DETROIT) Hearts for Hospice of Michigan is hosting its Fall Luncheon on Tuesday, Nov. 4, with guest speaker, nationally recognized photojournalist Linda Solomon. The event will be held at The Bluffs at Turtle Lake in Bloomfield Hills. Solomon will speak on "Life through the Lens." September 12, 2003 Hospice of Michigan's director reappointed to state medical society Named chair of hospice and palliative care committee (DETROIT) John Finn, MD, Chief Medical Director for Hospice of Michigan's Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life, has been reappointed to the Michigan State Medical Society as chair of the Hospice and Palliative Care Committee. He also serves on the board's Ethics Committee. August 28, 2003 Hospice of Michigan offer grief seminar Living With Grief series free to community (CADILLAC, MI) A seminar, Living With Grief, will be offered free to the community five consecutive Weds. starting on Sept. 17th and ending on Oct. 15th. They will be held from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm at the Cadillac United Methodist Church, 1020 East Division St. Topics that will be explored together include: What is grief; what to expect during loss and grief; working through grief; memories; and hope. July 25, 2003 Libations and Creations Fine Wine and Fine Art Auction To benefit Hospice of Michigan's Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life (DETROIT) "Libations and Creations," a fine wine and fine art auction, will take place in the evening on September 25, at The Townsend Hotel in Birmingham. The auction is the premiere fundraising event for Hospice of Michigan's Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life. June 17, 2003 The Hospice of Michigan Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life names project specialists (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan (HOM) has announced the promotion of two employees to project specialists at the Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life (MACQL). Gloria Brooks, director of the Center, announced the appointments. May 1, 2003 Fifth Third Bank and Fifth Third Foundation contribute thousands to Metro Detroit organizations during Corporate Appreciation Day (SOUTHFIELD, MI) In recognition of Fifth Third Day, its second annual corporate appreciation day, Fifth Third Bank, Eastern Michigan and the Fifth Third Foundation, will donate $53,000 to both Hospice of Michigan and The Michigan Women's Foundation. April 29, 2003 8th annual Hospice of Michigan Walk & Remember benefits Grand Rapids patients (GRAND RAPIDS, MI) Hospice of Michigan and Macatawa Bank are sponsoring the 8th annual Hospice of Michigan Walk & Remember on Sat., May 17, from 8a.m. to 10 a.m., beginning at East Grand Rapids Middle School, 2425 Lake Drive, SE. All proceeds from the Walk will be used to support Hospice of Michigan patients and their families in the greater Grand Rapids area. March 28, 2003 Hospice of Michigan to honor June Hamersma as "Outstanding Individual" Recognition to be bestowed at Crystal Rose Ball (DETROIT) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN (HOM) will honor Grand Rapids community leader June Hamersma with the organization's highest honor - the Outstanding Individual - for her contribution to the success of the organization. The award will be presented at HOM's 18th Annual Crystal Rose Ball on Saturday, April 12 at Ford Field, in Detroit. March 27, 2003 Hospice of Michigan 18TH Annual Crystal Rose Ball kicks off at Ford Field" HOM continues tradition of fun, unique venue Outstanding Individual, Outstanding Volunteers honored (DETROIT) Known for its unique venues for its charity events, Hospice of Michigan's (HOM) Annual Crystal Rose Ball will again be an evening to remember on Saturday, April 12, 2003. This year the ball takes place at Ford Field - home of the Detroit Lions. Guests can enjoy tours of the facility as well as mingle with a few of their favorite Lion's players. March 25, 2003 Hospice of Michigan awarded grant to improve quality of life for it's patients Community Foundation of Northeast Michigan awards $700.00 (ALPENA, MICH) The Community Foundation of Northeast Michigan recently awarded $700 in grant funding to Hospice of Michigan to support its efforts to improve the quality of life at the end of life for terminally ill patients and their families. Last year, Hospice of Michigan spent $3,361 on quality of life services in northeastern Michigan. March 24, 2003 Hospice of Michigan to honor outstanding volunteers at Crystal Rose Ball (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan (HOM) will honor two Bloomfield Hills residents for their outstanding work as volunteers for the organization at its 18th Annual Crystal Rose Ball on Saturday, April 12 at Ford Field. Allan Nachman and Carole Larson Wendzel will receive the recognition. March 21, 2003 Hospice of Michigan names Senior VP of Clinical Services (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan has named Dorothy Brown Comito, RN, MSN, as Senior Vice President for Clinical Services. Comito was formerly Director of Beaumont Hospital's hospice program, and also served as Quality Improvement Manager for Beaumont Home Services and a Clinical Nurse Manager for Beaumont Home Care. March 20, 2003 Hospice of Michigan names development directors (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan (HOM) welcomes two new employees to Development Director positions. Blythe Moran has been appointed as Grants and Foundation Relations Director and will be based in Hospice of Michigan's Brush Park headquarters in Detroit. Joyce Russell will serve as Director of Development in Ann Arbor. The appointments were announced by Dorothy Deremo, president and CEO of HOM. March 11, 2003 Hospice of Michigan Foundation announces new board of directors lineup (DETROIT) June Hamersma, founder of the Hospice Foundation of Greater Grand Rapids, was elected Chair of the HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN FOUNDATION BOARD of Trustees. She resides in Grand Rapids. HOM President and CEO, Dorothy Deremo made the announcement. February 25, 2003 Light In Darkness Hospice of Michigan hosts state-wide teleconference to promote quality of life; understanding grief and depression (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan's Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life (MACQL) will host "Light In Darkness," a teleconference and panel discussion on promoting quality of life and a better understanding of grief and depression at the end of life. February 19, 2003 Hospice of Michigan revamps website to meet consumer need for information (DETROIT) More patients and families are choosing hospice care each year, according to survey statistics from the National Hospice and Palliative Care organization. Hospice of Michigan has revamped its website, www.hom.org, to ensure those patients have easy access to the end-of-life care information they need. January 21, 2003 "Hearts for Hospice" kicks off Feb. 3 Area businesses and civic groups team up to support Hospice of Michigan (ALPENA, MI) The fourth annual Hearts for Hospice fundraiser kicks off on Mon., Feb. 3 with the sale of hearts at area businesses. Neiman's Market, Ripley Street Station and Pizza Hut will have hearts available for a $1 donation to Hospice of Michigan. Hearts will hang in the windows throughout February. All proceeds benefit terminally ill patients and their families in northeast Michigan. January 8, 2003 Regional Development Directors Named (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan has promoted two employees to Regional Development Director positions. Tracy Muscat is now Regional Development Director-East, overseeing efforts on the eastern side of the state (Alpena to Detroit.) Marcie Hillary has taken on the role of Regional Development Director-West, overseeing development efforts on the west side of the state (Ludington to Grand Rapids). January 2, 2003 Tim Moran, Trina Gray hired for Hospice of Michigan's Alpena Team (ALPENA, MI) Tim Moran of Alpena and Trina Gray of Presque Isle have been named regional marketing representative and regional development associate, respectively, for Hospice of Michigan. They will be based out of Alpena, and will serve 15 counties in northeast Michigan. "I am delighted to welcome Tim and Trina to Hospice of Michigan," said Annette Miller, regional director for Hospice of Michigan. "Their skills will help us raise awareness amongst terminally ill patients and their families, as well as the medical community, about the benefits of hospice care. We are committed to serving all terminally ill patients regardless of their ability to pay, and therefore rely heavily on the generosity of people in our community to support our services. With Tim and Trina's help, we will strengthen these efforts." December 6, 2002 Hospice of Michigan recognizes volunteer of year (ALPENA, MI) Each year, Hospice of Michigan salutes one of its more than 60 volunteers in northeast Michigan to receive the Volunteer of the Year Award. Marian Wittenberg of Harrisville was recently awarded this honor. November 25, 2002 Philadelphia medication management company partners with large, mid-western health care provider ExcelleRx Division to Provide Pharmacotherapy for Hospice of Michigan Patients (PHILADELPHIA) Monday, November 25, 2002 - Hospice Pharmacia, a division of medication management company excelleRx Inc., today announced an agreement to manage all pharmacy operations for Hospice of Michigan, a non-profit hospice care provider with 23 locations, serving 7,000 patients annually. November 22, 2002 Hospice of Michigan promotes four in Quality of Life Center positions New executive management team named at Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life (DETROIT) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN announced the promotion of four individuals in its quality of life facility, the Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life (MACQL). Carol Barker, Gloria Danna Brooks, Dr. John Finn and Janine McGraw have taken up new leadership positions. Dorothy Deremo, president and CEO of HOM, made the announcements. November 18, 2002 Hospice of Michigan and Tendercare Alpena team up to provide new community service (ALPENA, MI) Hospice of Michigan and Tendercare Alpena are celebrating the first-ever "Serenity Suite" at Tendercare Alpena during an Open House on Thursday, November 21 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The Serenity Suite is a special room designated for patients who are in their final days and want a peaceful place to be with family, while receiving compassionate Hospice care. November 2002 Hospice of Michigan offers four-part column series on coping with grief and loss (DETROIT) As the holiday season approaches, many individuals will be facing a challenge much greater than what gifts to buy, or what foods to prepare -- they will be facing the holiday following the loss of a loved one. October 28, 2002 Hospice of Michigan expands end-of-life service to Maistee and Benzie (MANISTEE, MI) Hospice of Michigan has opened a new work site to expand its services in the Manistee and Benzie counties. The office is located in the Briny Building, Suite G, 50 Filer Street, Manistee 49660. October 22, 2002 Hospice of Michigan receives national award (DETROIT) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN'S Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life was recently honored with the NHPCO Award of Excellence in Education from the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. The award was in the educational program for patients and families category and was given to HOM for its "Caring for a Loved One with Dementia" manual. October 7, 2002 Hospice of Michigan to Hold Open House for New Ann Arbor Offices, OCT. 10 (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan is hosting an Open House at its new Ann Arbor offices on Main Street. Those attending will be able to tour the new offices, meet the staff and enjoy refreshments. September 21, 2002 Hospice of Michigan Kicks Off Light Up a Life Campaign (ALPENA, MI) Hospice of Michigan's 14th annual Light Up A Life campaign begins November 6, 2002. September 17, 2002 Hospice of Michigan asks, What do Ozzy Osbourne, Jimmy Carter, Cher, Muhammad Ali and The Beach Boys all have in common? (GRAND RAPIDS, MI) Ozzy Osbourne, Jimmy Carter, Cher, Muhammad Ali and The Beach Boys are just a few of the celebrities that autographed hand-painted, one-of-a-kind masks for Hospice of Michigan's, The Mask Project 2. August 19, 2002 Hospice of Michigan Selects Misys Healthcare Systems As IT Partner (DETROIT) Misys Healthcare Systems, a market leader in healthcare information technology, today announced a major agreement with Hospice of Michigan, one of the largest hospices in the United States. The agreement provides the organization with Misys Homecare, a comprehensive, industry-leading software solution designed exclusively for hospice, home health and private duty organizations. July 8, 2002 Hospice of Michigan Participates in Research Project to Set National Hospice Care Standards (DETROIT) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN is one of 15 participants in the National Hospice Outcomes Project, a two-year study designed to set national "best practice" standards for quality hospice care. The study, sponsored by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, is a project of the Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life. May 28, 2002 Hospice of Michigan Expands End-of-Life Service to Manistee and Benzie (MANISTEE, MI) Hospice of Michigan has opened a new work site to expand its services in the Manistee and Benzie counties. The office is located in the Briny Building, Suite G, 50 Filer Street, Manistee 49660. May 20, 2002 Defending FORD SENIOR PLAYERS Champion Allen Doyle talks to long-time golf fan and Hospice of Michigan patient (DETROIT) While in Detroit to help announce plans for the 2002 FORD SENIOR PLAYERS Championship, defending champion Allen Doyle talks to long-time golf fan and Hospice of Michigan patient Thomas Diggles who lives in Lincoln, Michigan. May 1, 2002 Hospice of Michigan Welcomes Ann Arbor's Individualized Hospice (DETROIT) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN , Michigan's largest provider of comprehensive end-of-life care, officially announced today that Individualized Hospice and Home Care of Ann Arbor has joined the HOM team. The consolidation expands HOM's service area into Washtenaw County under the new name, Home Care & Hospice of Michigan. May 01,2002 Hospice of Michigan Major Gifts Director Tracy Muscat Elected to Michigan Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (DETROIT) The Michigan Hospice and Palliative Care Organization has elected Tracy Muscat to the Board of Directors. Muscat, a Farmington Hills resident, has worked at Hospice of Michigan for the past year as the Director of Major Gifts and has a 10-year track record of securing major gifts, developing successful major-donor-clubs as well as increasing major-donor retention rates. April 11, 2002 Local Community Leader Chappell to Head Hospice of Michigan Board of Trustees (DETROIT) HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN has named local community leader Beth Chappell chairperson of the HOM Board of Trustees. Chappell, a Bloomfield Hills resident, has served the non-profit organization for the past 10 years as a volunteer and fundraiser. March 18, 2002 Hospice of Michigan and Alzheimer's Association partnership yields one-of-a-kind care manual (DETROIT, MI) March 18, 2002 - Alzheimer's disease currently affects more than four million people and their families. Knowing what choices to make when a loved one is in the end stages of life while suffering advanced dementia is one of the most difficult issues facing family care givers. March 18, 2002 Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life Fosters New Ways of Thinking About Death (DETROIT) As the American population ages, end-of-life care increasingly has become a major focus in health care - and an issue for the general public. To help keep Michigan at the forefront in offering compassionate care to the dying and explore options for living life to the fullest, HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN opened the Center for Quality of Life in its new Brush Park headquarters in October 2002. January 3, 2002 Hospice of Michigan Declares Victory for Residents Who Need End-of-Life Care (DETROIT) Hospice of Michigan President and CEO Dottie Deremo and Executive Medical Director Dr. John Finn are available to comment on the 15 End of Life bills that passed the Michigan Senate and House earlier this month, and were signed into law today, by Governor John Engler. December, 2001 Hospice of Michigan dedicates new Macomb office (CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI) Clinton Township Supervisor Robert Cannon, HOM President and CEO Dottie Deremo, HOM Regional Director Maureen McGee, HOM Medical Director Dr. David Urbanski and HOM Program Manager Cindy Tomlinson cut the ceremonial ribbon at the dedication of Hospice of Michigan's new Macomb County office, 44720 Hayes Road in Clinton Township. November 30, 2001 Hospice of Michigan's Macomb Team Hosts Open House at New Office Location (CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI) Hospice of Michigan will host an open house at its new Macomb County office on Wednesday, December 12, from 4-7 p.m. at the agency's new local office, 44720 Hayes Road, Suite 100, between 19 Mile and Hall Roads, in Clinton Township. October 18, 2001 Hospice of Michigan announces $3 million benefactor (DETROIT) October 18, 2001 - HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN announces today that long-time Detroit-area philanthropist Maggie Allesee will provide a $3 million endowment to initiate Maggie Allesee Center for Quality of Life. October 18, 2001 Hospice of Michigan Opens State-of-the-Art Facility in Detroit's Historic Brush Park; (DETROIT) Each day, HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN serves nearly 900 terminally ill patients and their families in 45 counties throughout Michigan. Today, HOM officially opens the doors to its new 45,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility in Detroit's historic Brush Park - a facility that will greatly enhance HOM's continuing mission of providing innovative, quality care to people facing end-of-life issues. October 18, 2001 Hospice of Michigan Brush Park Headquarters receives design award (DETROIT) The city of Detroit's Historic Designation Advisory Board and Historic District Commission honored Hospice of Michigan's new adminstration building at an awards ceremony in May 2001. September 19, 2001 Hospice of Michigan "Living With Grief" Series (GRAND RAPIDS, MI) Two five-week programs that are a combination of grief support as well as education about the grief experience. September 11, 2001 Hospice of Michigan Remains Ready and On Call During Emergency Situation (SOUTHFIELD, MI) In light of today's unfortunate disasters and shutting down various parts of Southeastern Michigan, Hospice of Michigan will remain open and on call for its patients, families and communities. June 12, 2001 Hospice of Michigan's Oakland Team Gets New Office Location (BLOOMFIELD, MI) Hospice of Michigan has moved the office for its Oakland County patient care teams to Northpointe Office Building, at the corner of Telegraph and Square Lake Roads, in Bloomfield Township. The office will be home-base for 40 Hospice of Michigan employees who provide services throughout Oakland County. May 7, 2001 Hospice of Michigan Sponsors Professional Session on End-of-Life Issues (SOUTHFIELD, MI) Professionals in the fields of medicine, nursing, social work, public health, heath administration and education can update their knowledge at a day-long session, "End of Life: Tools and Promising Practices for Supporting Individuals and Their Families," sponsored by Hospice of Michigan. May 2, 2001 Hospice of Michigan Grief Support Programs Focus on Death of a Parent (SOUTHFIELD, MI) Mother's Day and Father's Day can be a difficult time for people who have experienced the death of a parent. Hospice of Michigan's Grief Support Services will offer the program "Remembering Mothers & Fathers" to help people through their grief. The program will take place Thursday May 10, at Ford Memorial United Methodist Church, 16400 West Warren, east of the Southfield Freeway, Detroit, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. February 5, 2001 Hospice of Michigan Medical Director Named to National Hospice Leadership Post (SOUTHFIELD, MI) John Finn, MD, executive medical director of Hospice of Michigan, has been named president of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. June 13, 2000 Hospice of Michigan Plans Research Institute to Improve End-of-Life Care Across the State (SOUTHFIELD, MI) Hospice of Michigan is developing a research institute to study end-of-life care issues and has received a $3 million gift from a Southeast-Michigan donor to establish and develop the concept. The Institute for Care at the End of Life will be housed in Hospice of Michigan's new headquarters in Detroit's Brush Park neighborhood, where construction is underway. The donor wishes to remain anonymous until the research institute opens next year. April 10, 2000 "Unmasking" A Major Fundraising and Awareness Campaign for Hospice of Michigan (GRAND RAPIDS, MI) Hospice of Michigan has announced a major campaign to build awareness of hospice services for terminally ill individuals and their families in Western Michigan and to raise funds for Hospice of Michigan patients and families.

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