Tuesday, December 20, 2011

You Can Definitely See The Difference

“You Can Definitely See the Difference”


“Hospice of Southern Illinois, in my opinion, has changed a lot of different people’s lives in many different ways. I became a Junior Volunteer in June 3rd, 2011. I haven’t been involved for long but I can honestly say that I enjoy everything I’ve been involved in, for example, helping with parades, office work, helping others in need, meeting new people and so much more. Hospice of Southern Illinois is a very interesting and unique environment. Everyone is so friendly. I heard about Hospice of Southern Illinois through my Cousin, Denise Sauerwein. She encouraged me to volunteer and learn a little bit about what they did and what is was all about. From that day on, I thank her more and more every day!!
            I would encourage any teenager or young-adult to give it a chance and volunteer with Hospice of Southern Illinois at least once. You will have a blast just like I did. My first day of Volunteering with Hospice of Southern Illinois, I was in the Shiners’ Parade. It started off as a very hot day and I was starting to regret doing it, but as we continued walking, for me to see how many smiles we brought to the audience it changed my opinion on everything. Some of the comments that were made to us and to the Hospice of Southern Illinois workers brought a tear to my eyes. You can definitely see the difference we made at this event and I will continue to be a part of these events.”
                       
            Thank you, sincerely,
Sara Sauerwein
             
Sara and all of our volunteers are so special to the organization. We value their time, talents, and heart because they are the reason we can assist so many patients and families each year. It is people like Sara who help us spread our message. You can too! You are welcome to join us by becoming a volunteer, or you can simply help us share, educate, and reach out by subscribing to our blog and suggesting it to friends who will spread our message, Hospice of Southern Illinois is here to teach you what hospice is, what we are about, and what we can do for you and your loved ones! No one has to go through the dying process alone. Hospice of Southern Illinois can help.

Live well, laugh often, and love much,
Christine Juehne
Hospice of Southern Illinois
Community Education
1-800-233-1708
www.hospice.org

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My name is Christine Juehne, and I have worked as a community educator for four years at Hospice of Southern Illinois, a member of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO). I will be your hospice guru answering questions, covering stories, and informing you about all hospice topics. I welcome you to our blog! Follow our journey to stay committed to our mission, enhance the quality of life for individuals and their loved ones touched by a terminal illness. If you have further questions about Hospice of Southern Illinois or general hospice questions please feel free to call 618-235-1703 or e-mail me at cjuehne@hospice.org!

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Facebook Helps Us Help You!

                      Facebook is the largest social network with over 800 million viewers according to Mashable.com, a social media news forum. Not only is Facebook powerful as a communication tool between family, friends and coworkers, but it is a place where people go to get information all the time.
Hospice of Southern Illinois has taken a leap into the future and accepted Facebook into its current community education practices. We use social media as a new tool in our organization to share, reach out and educate people who are caregivers, have experienced the loss of a loved one or just want to learn about end-of-life choices before the time comes. It is truly important to us to have a presence on Facebook to provide information and resources for people who need us. We just reached 1,000 fans last week! This is a huge accomplishment because now we are out there and able to help more people than ever before. Check out our page, www.facebook.com/hospiceofsouthernillinois and see if there is something that could help you or someone you know. We are here for you, facing the future together. In addition to resources and information, we post photos from events and fundraisers, we list job opportunities, have contests and more to encourage our fans to interact with our page and get the most out of our page.
Facebook helps us spread our message. Facebook helps us help you. Not only are we your not-for-profit hospice committed to excellence, serving patients and families since 1981, but we are your friends that are privileged and honored to have the ability to care for your loved one. As your friend in hospice care, we are here you help you and are available 24 hours a day by phone, 1-800-233-1708, to make a referral, provide grief support, or make an emergency visit.
Help us share, educate, and reach out by subscribing to our blog and suggesting it to friends who will spread our message, Hospice of Southern Illinois is here to teach you what hospice is, what we are about, and what we can do for you and your loved ones! No one has to go through the dying process alone. Hospice of Southern Illinois can help.

Live well, laugh often, and love much,
Christine Juehne
Hospice of Southern Illinois
Community Education
1-800-233-1708
www.hospice.org

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My name is Christine Juehne, and I have worked as a community educator for four years at Hospice of Southern Illinois, a member of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO). I will be your hospice guru answering questions, covering stories, and informing you about all hospice topics. I welcome you to our blog! Follow our journey to stay committed to our mission, enhance the quality of life for individuals and their loved ones touched by a terminal illness. If you have further questions about Hospice of Southern Illinois or general hospice questions please feel free to call 618-235-1703 or e-mail me at cjuehne@hospice.org!