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A greeting card I’ve cherished explained that legends say hummingbirds float free of time, carrying our hopes for love, joy and celebration. The hummingbird’s delicate grace reminds us that life is rich, beauty is everywhere, every personal connection has meaning and that laughter is life’s sweetest creation.

We incorporated this brilliant bird into our new look and logo to symbolize our organization’s life-affirming mission.

Under the Treasure Coast Hospice name, we have grown our services beyond our cornerstone hospice program to include palliative care, grief support counseling and specialized pediatric care. To better reflect our expanded scope of community services, we have renamed the overall organization Treasure Health. We will continue to use Treasure Coast Hospice to refer to our hospice program.

As the need for our services increases, we are rising to the challenge, thanks to generous donors, dedicated volunteers and compassionate staff. I am grateful to be part of this special team caring for our community.

Warmly,

President, CEO

This issue, you’ll meet a man

who literally fought his way

out of poverty to become a

philanthropist, a group of

women who have a great time

for a great cause and a family

who rediscovered life after loss

on a river retreat. Their stories

and more are inside.

COUNSELINGIt’s not just talk therapy anymore.

PEDIATRICSHelping families navigate their “new normal”.

FOUNDATIONPhilanthropy blooms at St. Lucie Hospice House.

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A Message fromSusan de Cuba

The Hummingbird SPRING 2017 EDITION

“If you don’t give back, you miss out on the pure pleasure of sharing.”

- Don Hudson

Don Hudson

Think of an American icon – Cinderella Man, Marlboro Man, James Dean.

Don Hudson has lived each of those legendary lives. Orphaned at 13, the

first generation child of immigrants grew up in Brooklyn, fighting “five bucks

a round” boxing matches to survive. As a teenager, he worked his way

around America. “I’ve held 55 jobs during my lifetime. I’ve dug ditches, done

construction, worked as a ranch hand. My hands were so tough, I could put a

cigarette out on them.” Once, while driving through Nebraska in a 1928 Ford

“tied together with baling wire,” Hudson was arrested for fighting. Though

he was defending himself against an attacker, he spent one night in jail.

Living Life on His Terms

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A philanthropic family enjoys time together. Daughters Jamie Griffis and Kim Poppe with their father Don Hudson.

While there, he had an epiphany. This epiphany

was always “like an angel on my shoulder,

keeping me out of trouble.”

Those inauspicious circumstances were

the beginnings of a remarkable life. Starting

with one “ladies gym,” Hudson built a gym

dynasty with facilities across the nation,

working with people like Jack LaLanne and

Arnold Schwarzenegger. He eventually sold his

business to Bally’s. “I planned to work all my

life, but cancer made me retire.” Even so, at 88,

he’s living life on his terms, pursuing cancer

treatment in Mexico.

Despite his tough exterior, Hudson has a caring

heart. The Don Hudson Foundation supports

many local charities and has also donated a

portion of his antique car collection to The Elliott

Museum. The Foundation has also donated to

Shriners Hospital for Children and to many causes

in St Johns, Greenspond and Blackhead Bay,

Newfoundland in honor of his parents. Hudson’s

daughter Kim Poppe suggested he support

our organization.

“As a nurse practitioner, I know it’s important

to take care of caregivers. Treasure Coast

Hospice touches patients and families at the

most important time of their lives,” Poppe says.

With caregivers in mind, Hudson gave

$50,000 to purchase comfortable new sleeper

sofas for the Hay-Madeira and Harper Hospice

Houses in Stuart. The furniture is a welcome

addition and further enhances our warm,

family-friendly atmosphere.

Though her determined father has yet to need

our services, Kim Poppe is a proponent of

palliative care. “Many patients don’t realize

they can have palliative care while pursuing

aggressive treatment. A study shows palliative

care patients live longer and have better

quality of life. It’s not easy to discuss these

issues, but it’s important so your loved one

has proper care.”

Of all his accomplishments and adventures,

giving ranks high on Don Hudson’s list.

“If you don’t give back, you miss out on the

pure pleasure of sharing,” he says.

To support our mission, call 772-403-4500.

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Senior Medical Director,Bernice Burkarth, M.D.

“To palliate” means to relieve the symptoms of a

disease or disorder. Bernice Burkarth, M.D. knows it

means much more. As our Senior Medical Director,

she witnesses the peace of mind palliative care can

bring. Her consultations help patients understand

their medical condition and the resources available

to them. Symptoms are better managed, families

are better cared for and patients experience a

better quality of life.

“Through our hospital-to-home program, we

meet with hospitalized patients and palliative

care follows them to their home, nursing home

or hospice,” says Dr. Burkarth. If a patient is

readmitted, palliative care helps shorten the

hospital stay by properly managing symptoms.

Unlike hospice, palliative care doesn’t require

a terminal diagnosis, but a physician referral is

necessary. Patients can continue seeking a cure

while receiving palliative care.

The palliative care team also helps navigate the

healthcare system. “Palliative care gives people

permission to make decisions that match what they

want. You see a weight lifted when they regain

control,” Dr. Burkarth says. When a cancer patient

developed complications from chemotherapy, her

medical team said she needed to enter hospice.

“Our palliative care team had met with her

previously to help her set goals for her transition

into hospice. We reviewed her options with her

and restated her goals to the medical team. She

felt relieved at being able to say, ‘I want to continue

chemotherapy. My complications don’t yet meet

the levels I set for entering hospice.’”

Dr. Burkarth doesn’t feel it’s her job to tell patients

when they have reached the limits of treatment.

Instead, she allows them to identify that moment

for themselves. One patient’s husband looked

“visibly relieved” when the couple decided to end

the wife’s chemotherapy. “He said, ‘She’s at peace

now. She’s not burdened with trying to get better

for me when she wasn’t going to improve.’”

If you have questions about palliative care,

call 772-807-6425.

Helping Patients on Their Journey

“Palliative care gives families permission to make decisions that match what they want.”

– Dr. Bernice Burkarth

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FoundationSUPPORTING TREASURE HEALTH SERVICES

Favorable tax benefits onpayments

Treasure Health Board of DirectorsRichard L. Lynch, Chairman Scott Roads, Vice Chairman Richard J. Boyle, Treasurer Gloretta Hall, Secretary Jordan I. Fields, Chairman, Foundation Board Roger DunsheeStephanie Flicker, M.D.Richard Haisley Stephen Levine, M.D.William MooreMark Palazzo Karlette J. Peck Fernando Petry, M.D. Hal Roberts, Jr.

Treasure Coast Hospice Foundation Board of TrusteesJordan I. Fields, Chairman John C. Doody, Vice Chairman Richard J. Boyle, Treasurer/Secretary Richard L. Lynch, Chairman, Board of Directors Tony BarlettaStephanie Barnard Ewald Bender William B. Crandall Eileen EmeryDede FrankScott Hoffman Bonney Johnson Roy “Rem” Mayes, Chairman Emeritus Michael Mortell Frederick “John” Witsell, Jr.

Copyright © 2017 Treasure Coast Hospice, All rights reserved.The Hospice Foundation of Martin & St. Lucie, Inc. is an IRS 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization registered in the State of Florida. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling (800) 435-7352 within Florida. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the State. Our Solicitation of Contributions Act Number is SC-06432.

Our VisionWe build communities that allow people to drive their own destinies for the highest quality of life in every health circumstance.

Our vision is a world where everyone has choices about their care and how to live at all stages of life. By creating

an environment of open communication, we help you plan for and navigate chronic or serious illnesses and support

your decisions to live well, and as you choose, throughout your journey.

Our MissionWe enable well-being through compassionate patient and family-driven care, professional support services, and life-enhancing education.

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When most people hear “grief counseling”

they think of talk therapy. Because death affects

people of all ages, Treasure Health Grief Support

counselors use many techniques besides talk

therapy. Enter our counseling centers and

you might see families creating art in memory

of a loved one, kids enjoying music therapy

or an elderly man smiling while a therapy

dog licks his hand. “Some people are in such

pain, they’re reluctant to seek counseling.

Once they meet us and experience our warm, homelike facility, they’re much more receptive,” says Director

of Counseling and Pediatric Services, Jacki Nardone, LCSW.

The counselors also travel to local schools and workplaces to help people cope with tragedy. Through workshops

and events, they educate the community about healthy grieving and other topics.

At Camp Good Grief, they play, sing and talk with kids who have experienced loss.

“We work with everyone – from toddlers to seniors, families to singles,” says Nardone,

adding, “After attending Camp Good Grief, a teenager whose dad died returned the

following year to volunteer. When I saw that, I knew we were making a difference.”

Counseling is available to anyone, regardless of finances. “Medicare requires hospice to

provide bereavement counseling, but our level of services is made possible by donations

and grants from the community,” Nardone explains.

Our counselors do whatever is necessary to reach people – whether it’s moving a

counseling session outside the office for a game of

basketball or helping people overcome cultural barriers

to asking for help. “Our goal is to support them through

one of the most difficult events in life,” Nardone says.

To learn more about our counseling services,

call 772-403-4530.

Above: Leigh, Mack and Delaney Tenny

honor their husband and father

on Children’s Grief Awareness Day.

Right: Weekend Admission Clinical

Manager Charletha Harris shows her

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A Source of Solace and Strength

Counseling staff gather in the garden area at the Mayes Center.

Sometimes the people who need you the most don’t come

knocking on your door. You have to seek them out. That is the

philosophy behind Treasure Health Grief Support’s community

outreach programs. Throughout the year, Jacki Nardone and her

team of counselors are out and about in the community, offering

support and hope to anyone who has experienced loss. Grief

counseling is available

to everyone, even if

their friend or family

member did not use

hospice services.

Understanding that

the holidays can be

especially difficult, the

counseling teams staged annual Tree of Life ceremonies in

Stuart, Fort Pierce and Port St. Lucie last December. Nearly 350

people enjoyed live holiday music and placed ornaments on

trees in honor of loved ones. Always well attended, these events

instill a sense of comfort and community at a time when it’s

most needed.

To raise awareness of the special needs of grieving children,

staff and members of the community participated in an awareness

campaign to promote Children’s Grief Awareness Day in

November. Using social media exclusively, the campaign

helped educate the public about how children and families

benefit from grief support counseling.

One of our counseling team’s most mem-

orable events of 2016 was a family grief

retreat. Made possible by the Albert and

Birdie Einstein Fund, the retreat took place

at River Palm Cottages in Jensen Beach by

the banks of the Indian River. Eight families

enjoyed the peaceful, productive weekend.

“We offered activities, techniques and tools

for coping,” says Jacki Nardone. According

to participant Kathleen Cervini, “I hadn’t

taken time to properly grieve due to an

overloaded schedule. The retreat gave me

and my girls time to bond and think of their

daddy. The sunrise yoga was so special,

the kayaking so fun and the massage so

relaxing. Bringing home the tool box really

helped our grieving process. None of this

could have happened without the caring,

enthusiastic staff.”

To support compassionate programs

like these, please call 772-403-4500 or

visit www.treasurehealth.org.

Respite by the River

Community Outreach

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A Treasured Timeline

Some circumstances are so difficult to navigate,

they should not be shouldered alone. When we

bring a child into the world, we never expect to

outlive that child whose life held so much promise

and joy. Treasure Health Pediatric Care understands

that children with serious illnesses require special

care, as do their families. Our specialized pediatric program, Little Treasures, enhances

quality of life for children and families. The team provides specialized medical care for the

child, as well as guidance, education and psychosocial support for the entire family.

“The families we serve get a dedicated pediatric team who understands what they’re going

through and tries to meet every possible need. For example, 99 percent of the time, our nurse

can provide services such as a blood draw or wound care at home, sparing the child another

hospitalization,” says Pediatric Program Manager, Michael Gray, LCSW.

When a child is on hospice care, the Little Treasures team remains by the family’s side.

“We continually communicate with families and help them navigate the process,”

Gray says.

Children and teens have unique needs, especially when it comes to dealing with loss

and their own illness. Thanks to a generous community, Treasure Health offers multiple

programs geared to children, including music and art therapy, special events and

holiday parties.

You can brighten a child’s day with a financial gift or the gift of your time. To find out

how, call 772-403-4500 and ask for the Foundation office or Volunteer Services.

The Little Treasures care team surrounds the whole family with support, allowing them to live as normal a life as possible.

Jacki Nardone, Amy Manko, Jessica Sturgeon, Diane Felter and Michael Gray display the framed diaper timeline.

It Takes a Village

Most new moms experience the joy of their baby’s growth milestones. Because of her son’s illness, a mother we serve was told that he would not experience normal growth. The Little Treasures team made a diaper timeline chronicling his growth over two years, from a preemie diaper to his current diaper size. “Despite the doctor’s predictions, the timeline shows that he actually did grow. His mom now has a lasting legacy of her son,” says Pediatric Program Manager Michael Gray.

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According to the old song, the holidays are “the

most wonderful time of the year.” For children

coping with a life-limiting illness, the holidays are

challenging. Acting with characteristic empathy,

the Little Treasures team made the season merry

and bright with their third annual holiday party.

“A trip to the mall to see Santa is a joyful occasion

for most kids, but kids with an infection can’t

participate in this holiday tradition,” says Director of

Counseling and Pediatric Services Jacki Nardone, LCSW.

Naturally, our team of compassionate caregivers brought Santa to the children. Stepping easily into the role

of Santa’s helpers, they worked with local businesses to get food and toy donations. Aycock Funeral Home

presented the Little Treasures team with a $300 check to buy additional toys for patients who otherwise

wouldn’t have any. When the day of the party arrived, the staff dressed as elves and ushered in Mr. and Mrs.

Claus to a delighted group of youngsters. The Little Treasures team and kind Treasure

Health supporters made the moment even more magical with the addition of snowfall

and miniature horses, owned by Jimmie Anne Haisley. “We created a safe, supportive

environment where people understand what these kids are going through, but we also

made it fun,” Nardone says.

Working like busy elves behind the scenes, the Little Treasures team gave families the

greatest gift of all – a special memory to treasure forever.

If you know a family who would benefit from Little Treasures, call 772-403-4404.

To support the work of Little Treasures, call 772-403-4500 and ask for the

Foundation office.

Little TreasuresCelebrates the Season

A Treasured Timeline “Even though their health is declining, some children are not anywhere near dying. Their families can still seek the level of care that hospice provides.”

– Jacki Nardone

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Music Therapist Jessica Sturgeon, Administrator for Elder Care Christine Rigg, Pediatric Nurse Diane Felter, Director of Counseling and Pediatric Services Jacki Nardone, Pediatric Program Manager Michael Gray.

By joining forces with volunteers and

generous community donors, our Little

Treasures pediatric team makes the

holidays festive for patients and families.

Through compassionate, comprehensive hospice care and innovative

support programs, Treasure Health is changing end-of-life care in Martin and

St. Lucie Counties. “Each year, we are recognized by

multiple chambers of commerce, local newspapers

and health organizations for excellence. In 2015,

we were voted Best Healthcare in Martin County

by TC Palm. That same year, the Department of

Health and Human Services chose us to lead a

transformational initiative,” says Treasure Health

President and CEO Susan de Cuba, adding,

“None of this would have been possible without community support.”

Treasure Coast Hospice Foundation Vice President of Philanthropy Murray Fournie

concurs. “Medicare, Medicaid and insurance reimbursements cover hospice and a

portion of palliative care. The growing demand for counseling, homelike hospice

houses and children’s programs must be funded through charitable gifts.”

Donors of all levels make a difference at Treasure Health. Just ask those who

attended the October 2016 dedication ceremony of the St. Lucie Hospice House

Garden in Fort Pierce. In addition to beautiful trees, plants and flowers, the outdoor

space features water accents, seating and shaded areas.

“The garden is a healing environment for patients, families and the community,”

says Tracey Kinsley, St. Lucie County community

representative. “So many individuals and businesses

worked together to create a space that will provide

healing and peace for generations to come.” Richard

Fugitt is just one example. He donated a fountain in

memory of his wife Evie.

To tour the Garden or to learn about naming

opportunities, contact Ashley Haughton

at 772-403-4500.

Treasure Health CEO Susan de Cuba, Robin Pelensky, Surlaterre Landscape Architecture, Coleen Rodeffer, Ft. Pierce Garden Club, Eileen Emery, Foundation Board of Trustees.

Above: Richard Fugitt by a fountain he donated in

memory of his wife.

Right: Marcia Eckert and Maria Guadagnino

Donors SowSeeds of Kindness

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November is a time to reflect with gratitude on our

blessings. In November 2016, we paused to recognize

some of our most outstanding donors at the annual

Thanks for Giving event. More than 150 people gathered

at Santa Lucia River Club in Port St. Lucie to honor three award recipients. Awards were presented to Alan

Bernstein, the Founding Friends (see story on page 14) and the William and Helen Thomas Charitable Trust.

Mr. Bernstein became a loyal donor after his beloved wife passed away. His contributions allow our organization

to reach others needing our support in large and small ways. Giving back is an integral part of Mr. Bernstein’s

character. In addition to his ongoing, generous financial gifts, he has repeatedly stocked our Lending Library

with books that comfort families. He has donated a coffee service for our staff and clients, brightened our days

with flowers, food and gifts and helped support Camp Good Grief. For several years, he

made sure every need in our Treasuring Families Holiday Program was met. He is vital to the

strength of our program.

Contributions from the Thomas Charitable Trust helped build the Thomas Counseling Center

and have supported our counseling programs for many years. Through their exceptional

generosity, the Trust has made it possible for us to help hundreds of people.

“When a person makes their wishes known ahead of time through planned giving, their assets can be distributed in ways that match their desires and lessen their family’s burden. This brings peace of mind and alleviates the stress of making major decisions at a difficult time.”

– Major Gift Officer Valerie Guthrie

Thanks for Giving

Rita May Wright, Diane Boyle, Diane Graczyk, Jody Braskamp, Stephanie Barnard, Terry Kronfeld,

Kathy Soukup and Andrea Lutz.

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Above: Dennis Blanz, Marilyn Moore, Bonney

Johnson and James Elam, trustees of the

William and Helen Thomas Charitable Trust.

Right: Elizabeth, Alan and Matthew Bernstein.

“Thanks for Giving is our way of showing

appreciation to the exceptional individuals,

businesses and groups who go above and

beyond to give back to the organization and

who encourage others to support our mission,”

says Major Gift Officer Valerie Guthrie.

To learn how you can support our mission,

call 772-403-4500 and ask for the

Foundation office.

Mondays and Wednesdays are discount days at St. Lucie

West Thrift Boutique. To volunteer or donate,

call 772-343-0100.

Stuart’s Thrift Boutique offers discounts on Wednesdays. To volunteer or donate, call 772-220-3590.

A CommunityTreasure

Who would have thought that second-hand

clothing, furniture and housewares have the power

to heal? Christopher Hoechst knows this is true.

As manager of the Stuart Thrift Boutique, Hoechst

knows the boutique does more than raise funds for

patient care. A camaraderie develops among his

102 volunteers as they sort donations, stock shelves

and ring up sales. “Most volunteers have a hospice

experience, having lost a spouse. Volunteering connects them to a community of people who have

experienced a similar loss. If they miss a day of volunteering, they tell me their week wasn’t the same,”

Hoechst says. Treasure Health Controller Carl Martello agrees, “It’s more than a store, it’s a social setting.”

Treasure Health treats regular volunteers to in-house volunteer events and an annual luncheon at

Sailor’s Return restaurant.

The St. Lucie West Thrift Boutique serves the same purpose, generating funds for Treasure Health

and bargains for shoppers, while providing people with meaningful service work. Both boutiques serve

another purpose as well. “Hospice helps families through every stage of the process, even after a

loved one has passed. Many families served by hospice donate to our boutiques. That’s emotional,

so we treat them and their loved one’s belongings with respect. By offering them some closure,

we’re part of the hospice cycle,” Martello says.

Savvy shoppers appreciate the clean, well-managed boutiques and pleasant shopping experience.

“There are many other thrift stores, but we have loyal customers,” Martello says. The fact that profits help

supports compassionate care for patients and families make shoppers feel good about their purchase.

Although overall annual profit for both boutiques is $250,000 and rising, “The boutiques aren’t about

making money as much as they are a community outreach tool,” Martello says.

The Ft. Pierce Thrift Store, now

a holiday thrift store, is open

Wednesdays, 9 am - 4 pm. It is

located at 2501 S US Hwy. 1.

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They may look like simple stuffed animals, but those colorful teddy bears

seen around the Stuart and Ft. Pierce offices represent much more. Volunteers

create the “memory bears” from fabric donated by families who have lost a loved

one. There might be a patch from a husband’s favorite shirt or a sister’s beloved

blanket. “It’s such a meaningful experience because families get to keep the bear

forever,” says Manager of Volunteer Services Wendy Mahood. In the last eight

years, more than 400 people have received a bear.

Memory bears are just one aspect of our dynamic volunteer program. “Our volunteers

represent all ages and fill diverse roles, from serving as receptionists or family

respite caregivers to taking care of patient’s pets,” Mahood says, adding, “Without

volunteers, we couldn’t offer our robust programs.”

To learn more about volunteering, call Wendy Mahood at 772-403-4500.

Making Memories and Making a Difference

To receive Medicare reimbursements,

five percent of Treasure Coast Hospice patient

care hours must be provided by volunteers.

Founding Friend Jody Braskamp and Jake DeValle share a moment with a memory bear.

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There’s no reason you can’t have fun while working for a worthy cause. Just ask Glenda Byrne. She has served

as vice president, president and is now treasurer of the Founding Friends of Treasure Coast Hospice. The Friends

support our organization through fundraising and volunteerism. “Our group is the joyful face of hospice.

I tell volunteers, we are ‘fun raising’! We benefit as much as those we help,” Byrne says.

Beyond the fun and friendship, Byrne had personal reasons for joining. “My mother was cared for

and passed away in a hospice house. The care and respect she received was amazing.”

Founding Friends fundraisers are the highlight of our winter season. This past January, their

Sail Away Luncheon exceeded expectations, raising more than $130,000. And last year, their efforts

garnered a Thanks for Giving award (see story on page 11.). Every Christmas, the Friends

also decorate an angel tree at the Mayes Center and give presents to families of patients.

In 2017, the Friends will host an evening event to recruit

new, young members. Here’s hoping they have as

much enthusiasm as their predecessors!

For more Founding Friends information,

call Craig Perry at 772-403-4500.

Founding Friends Terry Kronfeld, Stephanie Barnard, Glenda Byrne and Kathy Soukup.

Glenda Byrne

Jody Braskamp, Foundation Vice President of Philanthropy

Murray Fournie and Donna Rydberg

Founding Friends: Faithful and Fun-Loving

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A little kindness goes a long way toward lifting

someone’s spirit. At the recent Friends with

Flowers event, more than 50 compassionate

volunteers created 195 floral arrangements for

community members. The lucky recipients

were caregivers, people who recently lost a

loved one or were sick and shut-in members of local churches. The annual November event is organized by

Guide My Hands, Treasure Health’s outreach program for the African-American community. Members, clergy

and youth from 12 churches worked at various stations, filling vases with water, arranging flowers and

delivering the beautiful arrangements. The event really stood out for one volunteer, Joseph Bagnerise, from

St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church. He came with his wife Jasmin and baby son Joseph.

“He helped out in every capacity,” says Diversity Consultant Sonya’ Finney who leads Guide My Hands with Clergy

Liaison Rev. James Sullivan. For his part, Bagnerise commented, “They really need volunteers, especially males.

It was fun working with other volunteers. I’ll be there next year!”

Beyond Friends with Flowers, Sonya’ Finney and Rev. Sullivan work tirelessly to

educate the African-American community about hospice and end-of-life-issues.

They also recruit volunteers from local churches and the community to help promote

Treasure Health programs. By involving local pastors and their congregations, Finney

and Sullivan are creating hospice ambassadors. “When I started working for Treasure

Health, the community knew very little about the benefits and services beyond hospice

care. We had to dispel many myths,” Finney says, adding, “Now the community

calls us to inquire about different services, including grief counseling. There have

been many tragic killings in Fort Pierce and in 2017 we hope to educate more youth

and their families on grief

support counseling.”

For Guide My Hands

information, call Sonyá Finney

at 772-465-3277 or Rev. James

Sullivan at 772-579-3463.

Spreading theTreasure Health Message

Above: Joseph Bagnerise and son.

Right: Ella Goodman, Joseph Bagnerise, Cyncere Williams.

Leon Wilson Jr., flower recipient, Leon Wilson Sr.

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Legacy CircleRecognizes donors who have included Treasure Coast Hospice in their estate plans.

Mr. and Mrs. John B. BensonDr. and Mrs. Louis P. BensonMrs. Henrietta M. BlairMr. and Mrs. Barry F. BrownMr. Donald BurlakosMrs. Beverly M. ChilsonMr. and Mrs. Howard T. CookMrs. Helen DiamondMr. and Mrs. Nicholas DiTerlizziMs. Carol A. DonahueMrs. Rosa O. EmlichMrs. Theda P. EvansDr. David E. Gideon and Dr. Kathleen K. GideonMs. Bessie GinopoulosMr. and Mrs. Donald J. HarperMiss Shannon HickeyMs. Joyce HobsonMs. Lavone HoldsworthMr. and Mrs. Wayne HundtMrs. Lorraine KennyMr. and Mrs. H. William LichtenbergerMrs. Joan Hay MadeiraMrs. Louise McFarlinMr. James S. MillerMs. Phyllis S. MillikenMrs. Marilyn G. MulachMrs. Elfriede H. NunesMs. Felicia O’NealMrs. Annamae OzabalMr. Frank PalumboMr. and Mrs. Joel L. PearlMr. and Mrs. Dennis M. PuskaricMs. Inez Ramirez BakerMr. Edgar RichardMr. and Mrs. Russell A. RobertshawMr. Kelly J. StaplesMs. Judith A. ThogersenMr. William TurneyMr. Gary WatsonMr. and Mrs. Robert J. WeissmanMr. Frederick C. Witsell, Jr.

Pathfinder SocietyRecognizes individuals who have an open pledge of $10,000 or more, to be satisfied in one to five years.

Alan B. BernsteinMr. and Mrs. John C. DoodyMr. and Mrs. Jordan FieldsMr. and Mrs. Scott H. HoffmanDr. Stephen M. Levine and Ms. Dolores LashkevichRichard and Robbin LynchMr. and Mrs. James A. Pierson

President’s CircleA business giving club of generous organizations represented by influential business leaders from Martin and St. Lucie Counties.

Bruce R. Abernethy, Jr., J.D., Llm, Estate Planning AttorneyMike Bracci, President, Northern Trust Palm Beach/Treasure Coast Region Bob Brunjes, President and Publisher, Treasure Coast Newspapers and TCPalmKen Feiertag, Executive Vice President for Investments, Feiertag Financial GroupCarl Fischer, President and Owner, Carl’s Buick GMCDennis Hudson, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Seacoast Bank

If you would like to learn more about supporting our mission at a higher level of giving and are interested in becoming a member of the Pathfinder Society or the President’s Circle, please contact the Foundation office at 772-403-4500.

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$100,000+Founding Friends of Treasure Coast Hospice

$75,000-99,999Children’s Services Council of St. Lucie County

$50,000-74,999Briggs-Trimble Family Charitable FundCommunity Foundation for Palm Beach & Martin Counties, Inc.Don Hudson Foundation, Inc. - Mr. Don HudsonAlice F. and Cortland J. Knipe Charitable TrustThe William and Helen Thomas Charitable TrustEstate of Barbara B. Trimble

$25,000-49,999Estate of Joyce BodarkyHelp Us Help Them Fund - Ms. Joanne MatzHobe Sound Community Chest

$10,000-24,999Anderson Family Charitable Fund - Ms. Marjorie A. MathesonMr. Peter BehrChrist Memorial ChapelComcast CorporationMrs. Helen DiamondEstate of Elbert DickessonMr. and Mrs. John C. DoodyBernard A. Egan Foundation, Inc.Estate of James P. FergusonFidelity Charitable Gift FundMr. and Mrs. Jordan FieldsDonald J. & Nancy G. HarperMr. Warren J. Hayford IVMr. and Mrs. Scott H. HoffmanMr. Jonathan H. HydeEstate of Ruth R. JobesThe Lichtenberger Foundation - Mr. and Mrs. H. William LichtenbergerRichard and Robbin LynchMariner Sands Charity WeekMartin Health System FoundationEstate of Walter S. Obsharsky & Marie J. ObsharskyMr. and Mrs. Karl H. KruegerMr. and Mrs. Robert E. SpragueTreasure Coast NewspapersUnited Way - Next Era Energy Employee GivingUnited Way of Martin CountyClementine Zacke Foundation

Thank you for your generous support.The following list represents cumulative giving of $1,000 or more for the time period 10/1/15 – 9/30/2016.

$5,000-9,999Mr. Stephen E. BarnesMr. Richard A. Bayles and Mrs. Claire ThibeaultBarry F. & Sharon BrownMs. Kim BrownieThe Victoria L. Brox Trust - Ms. Victoria L. BroxMr. Harry D. Clark IIIThe Clark FamilyMr. Robert CoffeyDr. A.J. ConstantineThe Crandall Charitable Fund - Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. CrandallMs. Mary D. DorseyCharlotte B. Forestier Private Foundation TrustGreene Charitable Trust - Mrs. Jeanne C. GreeneGulfstream MediaMr. Steven P. Harper and Mrs. Jenny ChowMr. and Mrs. Robert M. HendricksonHometown NewsJacobs Family Foundation - Ms. Jill JacobsThe Jansing-Cook FoundationKantner Foundation, Inc.Mr. and Mrs. Lee KingMrs. Marilyn F. KozaMrs. Andrea V. LutzOcean Village Property Owners Association, Inc.Estate of Joseph S. Rivacuk and Mary RivacukThe Rockwell Foundation - Mr. Russell A. RockwellMr. Albert F. RussoS & G Foundation - Mr. and Mrs. Gale L. DavisDr. Barbara O. TaylorHarold* and Betty TewksburyVanguard Charitable Endowment ProgramRobert J. & Carol G. WeissmanRobert J. Weissman Family Fund Women in Philanthropy - Martin Health Systems FoundationWPBT Channel 2

$2,500-4,999Anglers For The Cure- Mrs. Adriana SombergMs. Amy AnspachEstate of L.J. & Kathryn AubrechtDr. John B. BadcockThe Bauman Family Foundation, Inc. - Mr. and Mrs. John N. Bauman III, Mr. Robert Bauman,

Mr. Luck Gullick and Mrs. Elizabeth BaumanMr. and Mrs. Richard J. Boyle

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Treasure Coast Hospice Foundation wishes to thank the donors listed above. We also extend our appreciation to all other cash and in-kind donors. We have made every effort to ensure completeness and accuracy. If there are errors or omission, they are deeply

regretted. Please call the Foundation office at 772-403-4500 so that we can correct our records.

Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence BrodieMs. Marie Paule D. CafmeyerThe Coast 101.3Dairy QueenMs. Marcia S. EckertMr. and Mrs. Kipp FosterGolden Ponds Hospice CommitteeMr. and Mrs. Nolan R. HadixMr. and Mrs. Gregory A. HarperMs. Elinor Hartung*Ms. Debbie HartungMr. Teddy A. HerrschaftMr. and Mrs. Roger HiltonJensen Beach DentalMs. Jane H. LeethLoPrete Family Foundation - Mr. and Mrs. James H. LoPreteMAH Foundation, Inc.Martin Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc.Mr. and Mrs. Paul M. MatalaThe Mayes Foundation - Mr. and Mrs. Roy E. Mayes, Jr.Mr. Robert K. MillerOcean Village WorshipMrs. Thelma A. PowellRare Earth GalleryEstate of Margaret RoccoThe Savastano Family Foundation - Mr. and Mrs. Frank SavastanoEstate of Mabel E. SterlingMr. and Mrs. Patrick StracuzziSwanson Charitable Account - Mrs. Elizabeth SwansonMr. Joseph G. Temple, Jr.Mr. Charles J. ThayerUnited Way of Palm Beach CountyMr. and Mrs. George R. Warn, Jr.

$1,000-2,499Air Mechanical & Service Corp.Mr. Geoffrey T. AndersMrs. Donna AngiuloMrs. Mary ArmaoMr. and Mrs. Todd J. ArnoldAtlantic Coast Combined Federal CampaignAutomated Building Control Systems, Inc.Mrs. Carol F. BaldwinMr. and Mrs. Robert F. BangertMs. Lois M. BarrickMs. Debra BartonMr. and Mrs. Ewald W. BenderMs. Leigh L. BergstromMr. and Mrs. Paul A. BousquetMr. and Mrs. Arthur C. BowdoinMr. David E. BrongerMr. and Mrs. Michael J. Brown, Sr.Mr. and Mrs. Ralph C. BrownBrownie Companies LLCMr. Jamison T. Brownie

Bruyette Family Foundation - Mr. and Mrs.* Gene F. BruyetteColonel John C. BurnsMs. Isabel CaptainMs. Mary Lou CarbonneauCars & US, Inc.Centre-Line Pure RetailMr. and Mrs. Michael CettaMr. and Mrs. Laurence ChapinMr. and Mrs. Rex B. CheskatyMr. and Mrs. George ChildsMrs. Sally S. ClemenceCNY Community Foundation, Inc.Ms. Gladys I. CobournMrs. Audrey ColandoColdwell Banker Residential Real EstateMs. Dorothy Jo Conrad*Albert M. Covelli Foundation - Mrs. Josephine CovelliMr. and Mrs. William B. CrandallMs. Beverly S. CraneMr. and Mrs. Pierce K. Crompton, Jr.Susan and Emile de CubaMs. Rosalind R. DegraffMr. and Mrs. Richard L. DiasioMr. and Mrs. Michael E. DiFioreMrs. Margaret A. DohertyThe Dow Chemical Company FoundationMs. Craig DozierMr. and Mrs. Paul P. DropchukMr. and Mrs. Bert DuBoseFrank G. & Gertrude Dunlap Fund of the LoPrete FoundationMr. and Mrs. Robert E. EisMr. Cheyenne EllisonMrs. Eileen M. EmeryMr. Paul EnsmengerExxon Mobil Foundation, Inc.Michael* and Carol Ann FarrellMr. John A. FordMurray and Gwyneth FournieFraternal Order of Eagles 3896 Ladies AuxiliaryFraternal Order of Eagles Martin County 3896Mr. and Mrs. Wayne FreihoferThe Frenkel Family by Prentis FoundationKatherine and Richard Garlington Fund - Mrs. Katherine B. GarlingtonDr. and Mrs. Richard M. GenersonMs. Dottie GillespieMr. Theodore G. GlasrudGlasrud Associates FL, LLCGlass Block Warehouse, L.C.Mrs. Regina E. GourleyMrs. Lois S. GraceMr. and Mrs. Roy R. GravesEstate of Emily Dean GreenbergThe Greenman Family Charitable FoundationGrimm Family Trust- Mr. and Mrs. Peter Grimm

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Mr. and Mrs. Peter G. GrimmMs. Maria GuadagninoGumm Associates, Inc.Estate of James Joseph HayesDr. Jeanne K. Heard and Mr. John HeardMr. Eric HellebergRay and Peg Hirvonen Charitable Foundation - Mr. and Mrs. Ray M. HirvonenMs. Wendy HoffmanIBM Corporation Matching Grants ProgramMr. Roger D. JesseMr. Robert L. JonesKavanewsky Family Foundation - Mr. John F. KavanewskyMr. and Mrs. Roderick KennedyMr. and Mrs. Brendan KirbyKnights of Columbus St. Christopher Council #10718Mr. Gerald E. KreiserMr. and Mrs. Steve LandisLavin Family Foundation - Frank and Joanne LavinLawnwood Regional Medical Center Auxiliary Gift ShopThe Honorable Larry Lee, Jr. and Mrs. Alice H. LeeMr. and Mrs. David LichtermanMrs. Betty Jane F. Lounds*Ms. Katherine R. LunneyMr. Michael MacLeodMr. Dale F. MartinMartin County Board of CommissionersMartin Health SystemMascaro Construction Company, L.P.Mr. and Mrs. James E. MatulaThe McCausland FoundationMr. Timothy J. McCrearyMr. Jerry R. McDonaldLouise McFarlinMr. and Mrs. Neil McGoldrickMrs. Marjorie L. McGrathMrs. Mary Ann McGrathMs. Judith McGrathMrs. Marianne McJuryMr. and Mrs. Jack T. MillerMr. and Mrs. Thomas P. MillerMr. John A. MillsMr. and Mrs. Richard F. MoldinStella Monckick-West Hospice Educational Fund- Ms. Stella Monchick-WestTyrone and Theresa* MonteMr. and Mrs. Steven C. MooneyMr. and Mrs. William F. Moore, Jr.Mr. Edward A. Morgan, Jr.Mrs. Judith B. MottNorma Murray & Donald L. Murray Fund - Mrs. Charlotte MurrayMrs. Linda M. Nelson

Mrs. Beverly A. NemesMs. Rebecca F. NorciaMr. and Mrs. John S. OlsenMr. and Mrs. John O’NeillEstate of Wm A. OughtersonMr. and Mrs. Mark PalazzoMr. Andrew J. PalmerMrs. Bonnie PearsonThe Pearson FamilyMs. Nancy J. PeppermanPershing Mobile Homes, Inc.The Prawnbroker Restaurant GroupReardon Foundation- Mr. and Mrs. John ReardonMs. Roxanne T. RileyThe Rimer Trust- Mr. and Mrs. S. Robert RimerMs. Kara RizzoMr. and Mrs. Kenneth RodgersSavanna Club Fine Arts LeagueMr. and Mrs. Michael S. SchachterMrs. Mary E. ScheidtFischel and Dina Scholsohn Foundation, Inc. - Mr. and Mrs. Stephen E. BrodskyMrs. Joan SchultRobert and Caroline Schwartz Foundation - Mr. and Mrs. John Carter, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Parks, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Schwartz, Mr. Bob SchwartzMr. and Mrs. Robert P. SenkarikEdward C. Shotwell, III - (1996 Charitable Annuity Lead Trust)Louis and Nellie Sieg Fund of the LoPrete FoundationSilvester Foundation, Inc. - Mr. and Mrs. Arthur W. Silvester, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. John Smith, Jr.Spanish Lakes Counry Club Village New England ClubSpanish Lakes Country Club VillageSt. Andrew Lutheran ChurchStiles-Levy Family Fund - Dr. Nelson L. Levy and Mrs. Louisa Stiles LevyMs. Karen SweeneyMr. and Mrs. Frank J. TascoThe Tasco Family Foundation - Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. TascoBetty Jean Tewksbury Trust - Mrs. Betty J. TewskburyMr. and Mrs. Richard H. TierneyTreasure Coast Vintage Car ClubUnited Way of Central & Northeastern ConnecticutUnited Way of Coastal Fairfield County, Inc.Mr. and Mrs. James WebertMr. and Mrs. Keith S. WeisgerberWilemal Fund - Mr. and Mrs. William G. BrownMs. Joyce C. WilliamsFrederick C. Witsell, Jr.Wynne Charitable Foundation - Mr. Joel F. Wynne

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Treasuring HealthTo reflect the true scope of our services, we’re embracing

a new direction. While hospice will always be the heart of

our mission, the name Treasure Health more fully encompasses

our palliative care, counseling and pediatric services. The new

hummingbird logo conveys our life-affirming message

of resiliency and hope.

Palliative care is appropriate from

the time of diagnosis of a serious

illness and is not limited to the last

six months of life.

Most hospice patients receive care

at home.

Our counselors conduct more than

1,400 grief support sessions in our

community each year.

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