SOUTHERN BRUCE COUNTY – The board of directors of Saugeen Hospice Inc. are diligently working on behalf of southern Grey-Bruce communities to meet the many requirements of the lengthy application process of the Ontario Ministry of Health, seeking approval to build a residential hospice in southern Bruce County.
On May 7, a cold and wet day could not dampen the spirits of the 2023 Hike For Hospice. For committee members and the hikers who braved the nasty weather, this was the first opportunity to participate since the onset of COVID-19. A very successful hike was held in the three communities of Hanover, Mildmay and Walkerton.
Sylvia Stewart, Saugeen Hospice Inc. fundraising chair, has announced that the goal of $80,000 was met and surpassed with a total of $147,317.
Plans are underway for 2024 Hike For Hospice, with hopes of more locations participating throughout southern Grey-Bruce. Please do not hesitate to contact Saugeen Hospice If you would like to hike and or help out.
Keep your calendars close by as there are many more fundraising events underway to support Saugeen Hospice.
A garage sale benefitting Saugeen Hospice will be held June 9-11 at the Walkerton Agricultural Buildings, with doors opening at 8 a.m. each day.
On Tuesday, June 20, Golf Fore Hospice is being held at the Walkerton Golf and Curling
Club. There are a few open tee times, so bring your favourite foursome, have fun and enjoy a round of best ball. Please register by calling Suzanne White at 519-364-2788. There will also be an opportunity to participate in an online auction (open to the public) and other fundraising events that day. Follow along on the Golf Fore Saugeen Hospice Incorporated Facebook Page.
On Saturday, July 15 from 8 p.m. to midnight, dance to the ‘50s and ‘60s music of the Riverside Band, presented by the Walkerton Knights of Columbus at their hall. Tickets are $25 in advance, and $30.00 at the door (if available). For more information, call Earl Spitzig at 519-367-2153 or pickup in Walkerton at Brown’s Guardian Drugs, Holst Office Pro, Pellow Pharmasave or in Hanover at Cuneo’s, in Formosa at TNT or from any Knights of Columbus member.
There will be food available also this is an LCBO licenced event.
From Aug. 3-7, do not miss the Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming 2023! They are generously providing Saugeen Hospice with half of the proceeds from their 50-50 draw. Tickets are selling quickly, get yours while you can!
On Saturday, Aug. 26 at Cargill Community Centre, the second annual Brad Wilken Memorial Poker Run and Car Show is set for a 9 a.m. start. Entry for the car show is by donation to Saugeen Hospice, and runs from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Live music will be provided by After Midnight, with sets at 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
This is a cash only event. For more information, search “Brad Wilken Memorial Poker Run” on Facebook.
To learn more about Saugeen Hospice Inc., please visit the Saugeen Hospice Facebook page, which is updated regularly, or visit saugeenhospice.ca to see newsletters and answers to frequently asked questions. You can also send any inquiries to askus@saugeenhospice.ca.
