Friends of Hospice...

History and Purpose

Friends of Hospice was established in 1990 as a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization by two caring individuals -- a business woman whose parents had been recipients of hospice care and a nurse.  The founders shared a common desire to help area patients and their families manage the financial difficulties associated with terminal illness.  They chose to support the patients of the Hospice of North Penn Visiting Nurse Association. 

Friend of Hospice has grown in membership as well as fundraising goals as it continues to support the patients of the North Penn Visiting Nurse Association.

Use of Funds

One hundred percent of all funds raised by Friends of Hospice is used to ease the burden that can be experienced by patients and families while dealing with a life-limiting illness.  Examples of the support received through Friends of Hospice include:

• Medication for symptom and pain control

• Hardship household expenses

• Home Health Aides

• Family support as requested by the social worker

• Respite care

• Educational resources

Families who receive care from Hospice of North Penn VNA are eligible to place a request for financial support through the hospice social worker.

Making a Donation

If you would like to make a donation to help fulfill the unmet needs of hospice families, please make your check payable to “Friends of Hospice” and mail to:

Friends of Hospice
PO Box 116
Lansdale, PA 19446
e-mail: FOHNPVNA@verizon.net

To Volunteer

For questions, comments or to investigate volunteer possibilities with Friends of Hospice, kindly e-mail us a FOHNPVNA@verizon.net.
 

Fundraising Events

Theater Night - TBD
Following a wine and cheese party from 7-8pm, guests will enjoy a performance. 

Light Up a Life - November 2010
Light up a Life is an annual fundraising event that has commemorated the lives of deceased friends and family members since 1990.  By purchasing lights on an evergreen tree at the North Penn VNA, participants can recognize a friend or loved one who has passed.  A moving tree lighting ceremony is held to read the names of those being remembered.

Cocktail Party/Silent Auction - April 16, 2010
A fun-filled evening including a dinner buffet and cash bar at Pine Crest Country Club.  A fantastic array of items will be available for bid during the silent auction.  Auction items include restaurant gift certificates, hotel packages, sporting event tickets, golf packages, spa certificates and more.

Recent Events and Publications

Frames for Friends
This event took place on May 9, 2009 at Facenda Whitaker Lanes in Norristown.  This fundraiser was a big hit and raised over $8,000 for the patients on Hospice of North Penn VNA!  Thanks to all who made this event a success.  Friends of Hospice wishes to express a special thank you t the SKF Group who were Gold Medal supporters, tireless volunteers, and major participants at this event.

Bi-annual Newsletter - Spring 2009
The recent newsletter has been published by Friends of Hospice and sent to our friends and supporters. It provides an update on all that Friends of Hospice has achieved during the previous two years.  To view a copy of the May 2009 edition, HAPPENINGS, click the following link:
View our 2009 newsletter.