On February 5, 2023, members of the Queen of Peace Church Catholic Women’s League presented St. Joseph’s Hospice with a cheque in the amount of $1,000 for our Kitchen Fund. We are truly thankful for their continued support of our Hospice and those we serve.

The Board of Directors of St. Joseph’s Hospice would like to announce that Kelly Chartrand will be assuming the role of Executive Director of the Sarnia Hospice when current Executive Director Larry Lafranier retires at the end of March 2023.

In November 2022, the Sarnia Legionnaires Hockey Club held their Hospice Night at the Legionnaires Games, where the proceeds from Ticket Sales and their Jersey Silent Auction were donated to St. Joseph’s Hospice. We are pleased to share that this event raised $6,371 for St. Joseph’s Hospice and those we serve. This donation was made in memory of Ken Dwinnell. We are truly grateful for the Sarnia Legionnaires continued support and partnership. We are also extremely grateful to our community for their unwavering support.

Every Friday, Chuck volunteers to deliver groceries to residents in St. Clair Township. For this service, donations are made for the delivery of their groceries. From July 2022 to date, the money raised through these donations has been collected in support of St. Joseph’s Hospice. Together, Chuck and Foodland Corunna were able to donate an amazing $2,280 in Foodland Gift Cards to St. Joseph’s Hospice. We are so thankful for their generosity and support!

Thank you to Lambton Metal Service for their continued support of St. Joseph’s Hospice. Lambton Metal Service provided St. Joseph’s Hospice with a $5,000 donation in lieu of their annual golf tournament in 2022. We are truly appreciative for their continued support and partnership. While we recognize the financial benefits this donation brings, those we serve remain the true beneficiaries of their generosity!

In photo, from left to right: Lisa Headrick, Caterina Savo, Antonio Savo, Vince Savo, and Franco Savo.

Suncor gifted St. Joseph’s Hospice $5,000 in support to continue serving our Sarnia Lambton Community. Did you know that St. Joseph’s Hospice offers all programs and services FREE of charge to those we serve? This is made possible by the amazing support from our cherished donors and volunteers. We are truly grateful for our continued partnership with Suncor. Thank you for your support!

On January 12, 2022, Frank Van Kempen of the Sarnia Lions Club presented St. Joseph’s Hospice with a cheque in the amount of $2,000. While we recognize the financial benefits this support brings, those we serve remain the true beneficiaries of their generosity! Thank you, Sarnia Lions Club for your continued support!

In photo, from left to right: Frank Van Kempen, Sarnia Lions Club and Maria Muscedere, Director of Fund Development and Community Relations, St. Joseph’s Hospice.

On January 9, members from the Arkona Masonic Lodge presented St. Joseph’s Hospice with a cheque in the amount of $1,500. We are thankful for the Arkona Masonic Lodge’s continued support in helping St. Joseph’s Hospice continue to provide our services free of charge to the community. Your donation directly supports the individuals we serve and their families. Thank you!

On January 7, members of the St. Joseph Church Catholic Womens League (CWL) and Fr. Jose Montepeque presented St. Joseph’s Hospice with a cheque in the amount of $1,000. This money was raised through the St. Joseph CWL annual Memorial Ornament Tree. For a donation of $5, an ornament with the name of your Loved One’s on it was placed on the tree for the Advent Season. 100% of the donations were gifted to St. Joseph’s Hospice this year.

Thank you St. Joseph CWL for your support and generosity!

In photo: St. Joseph CWL and Fr. Jose Montepeque.

Hosner Family Gives Back During the Holidays

In December, the Hosner Family made a generous donation to St. Joseph’s Hospice in lieu of Christmas gifts this year. Approximately, 3 years ago, Danièl Hosner’s mother, Nancy Husband, was a resident at St. Joseph’s Hospice and were very impressed with their time at our organization. With St. Joseph’s Hospice being so close to their hearts, they wanted to make their donation in memory of her. Thank you for your very generous and thoughtful donation!