Events
Please see our calendar below for more details. Some are held online while others are in-person.
Our interactive online calendar allows you to view events by month, week or day. Click on each event title for more information, including description and details about how to RSVP. Hospicare has a list of online grief resources that may be of assistance.
Throughout the year, Hospicare holds many events and programs, including ongoing grief support groups and special one-time or limited-time sessions. Hospicare also holds fundraising activities and outreach and educational events.
December 2017
Winter Solace
We welcome all who are grieving to come together in community to remember your loved ones. Stop by for a few minutes, or stay for the full two hours of fellowship and warmth. Refreshments will be available throughout the event. Special remarks will be shared at 4:00 p.m. Winter Solace will feature a Remembrance Board displaying the names of those who are being remembered. If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation to Hospicare and include your loved one's…
Find out more »June 2019
Illuminations
Illuminations is an annual community memorial event, and is open to the public. All are welcome to attend. Please join us to enjoy the Hospicare gardens, light a luminaria in memory of a loved one, and share in refreshments. There will also be a special program of remembrance featuring live music and poetry and concluding with “Taps” and candlelight on our pond. Rain or shine! In case of inclement weather, event will be held indoors. Attendance is free. Please RSVP…
Find out more »December 2019
Winter Solace
A memorial event welcoming all in our community who are grieving, regardless of whether your loved one died on Hospicare’s services. Stop by for a time of remembrance during the busy and sometimes stressful holiday season. Stop by for a few minutes, or stay for the full two hours of fellowship and warmth. Refreshments will be available throughout the event. A special display will feature names of those being remembered. Please RSVP by calling 607.272.0212 or emailing events@hospicare.org.
Find out more »January 2020
Women Singin’
A singing circle of a cappella songs from different traditions, including harmonizing, rounds, etc. For all women who like to sing.
Find out more »Gem Roundtable with Mickey Roof to benefit Hospicare
The Gem Roundtable is a signature and unique event like no other; a chance to see and handle incredibly rare gems from all over the world while raising money for you Hospicare during one unforgettable evening. Master Goldsmith Micky Roof will present her exquisite collection of artisan gemstones along with her expertise in their folklore, rarity and history. This is a rare opportunity to see, handle and possibly take home some of the finest gems in the world. For over…
Find out more »June 2020
Illuminations Community Memorial ONLINE
Join us from the comfort of your living room to remember your loved ones during this special program featuring music, poetry, a candle lighting, and a moment of silence for those who died as a result of the pandemic. Event will be live streamed on YouTube. Just go to our channel to view the program. Webcams are not needed to participate; guests will have the opportunity to interact and support one another via chat. Thursday, June 11, 7:00-8:00pm on our…
Find out more »June 2022
Illuminations Community Memorial
Thursday, June 9th, 7:30-9:00 p.m. Illuminations, our annual community memorial event is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. Please join us to enjoy the Hospicare gardens, light a luminaria in memory of a loved one, and share in a special program of remembrance featuring live music, poetry, and concluding with a sunset rendition of “Taps” by our pond. The event will be entirely outdoors, rain or shine! Light refreshments will be served. In case of inclement…
Find out more »February 2023
Hospicare Volunteer Training
Hospicare Volunteer Training - Want to Make a Difference? Become a Hospice Volunteer! Volunteers are an essential part of the hospice team; both in assisting our patients and families and in assisting our staff. Hospicare & Palliative Care Services is looking for: • Volunteers to help assist our staff in the Ithaca office answering phones and greeting visitors • Volunteers to assist patients with advanced illness and supporting their families, especially in Cortland County • Volunteers to assist our patients in…
Find out more »Hospicare Volunteer Training
Hospicare Volunteer Training - Want to Make a Difference? Become a Hospice Volunteer! Volunteers are an essential part of the hospice team; both in assisting our patients and families and in assisting our staff. Hospicare & Palliative Care Services is looking for: • Volunteers to help assist our staff in the Ithaca office answering phones and greeting visitors • Volunteers to assist patients with advanced illness and supporting their families, especially in Cortland County • Volunteers to assist our patients in…
Find out more »March 2023
Hospicare Volunteer Training
Hospicare Volunteer Training - Want to Make a Difference? Become a Hospice Volunteer! Volunteers are an essential part of the hospice team; both in assisting our patients and families and in assisting our staff. Hospicare & Palliative Care Services is looking for: • Volunteers to help assist our staff in the Ithaca office answering phones and greeting visitors • Volunteers to assist patients with advanced illness and supporting their families, especially in Cortland County • Volunteers to assist our patients in…
Find out more »Hospicare Volunteer Training
Hospicare Volunteer Training - Want to Make a Difference? Become a Hospice Volunteer! Volunteers are an essential part of the hospice team; both in assisting our patients and families and in assisting our staff. Hospicare & Palliative Care Services is looking for: • Volunteers to help assist our staff in the Ithaca office answering phones and greeting visitors • Volunteers to assist patients with advanced illness and supporting their families, especially in Cortland County • Volunteers to assist our patients in…
Find out more »June 2023
Illuminations Community Memorial 2023
Illuminations postponed until June 15! All are welcome to attend our annual Illuminations Community Memorial on Thursday, June 15th from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. at the Nina K. Miller Hospice Residence,172 E. King Rd., Ithaca. Join us to enjoy the Hospicare gardens, light a luminaria in memory of a loved one, and share in a special program of remembrance featuring live music, poetry, and a dance performance. Music by Jim Blake and Marek Przezdziecki Harp by Jayne Demakos, Harpist &…
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