News and Events at Samaritan Hospice

Marlton, NJ - “There are battles that many Americans are fighting now unlike any that I faced on the football field -- the battle against life-limiting illnesses,” said John Randle, 14-year NFL veteran who played for the Minnesota Vikings and Seattle Seahawks. “Just like I had my team to rely on, people in South Jersey can depend of the team of healthcare professionals at Samaritan Hospice to support not only them, but their family during this difficult time.” Read more...

Cherry Hill, NJ - The first annual Samaritan Hospice Classic Car Show will take place on Sunday, June 22, at 9 a.m. at the Cherry Hill Library, 1100 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill. Read more...

Egg Harbor Township, NJ - Bring a friend and enjoy pie and coffee courtesy of Samaritan Hospice on Wednesday, June 11 at 2 p.m. at Diamond Diner, 6711 Washington Avenue, Egg Harbor Township. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - Samaritan Hospice congratulates the most recent participants of the organization’s Pathways program. This week-long orientation introduces new members of the Samaritan Family to the not-for-profit’s mission, vision, values, structure and philosophy of care. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - “Fore! A Good Cause,” Samaritan Hospice’s 18th Annual Golf Tournament, will take place on Monday, June 23. The 18-hole scramble format tournament, held at Little Mill Country Club in Marlton, will have a shotgun start at 11:30 a.m. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. An awards reception and dinner will follow at 4:30 p.m. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - Samaritan Hospice will host a Spring Celebration of Life during this season of renewal and rebirth to honor and remember those cherished loved ones who have been lost. The first annual outdoor event will be held Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at 6 p.m. at the Samaritan Hospice Administrative Office, 5 Eves Drive, Marlton. Read more...

Somers Point, NJ - Bring a friend and enjoy pie and coffee courtesy of Samaritan Hospice on Tuesday, April 29 at 2 p.m. at Point Diner on the Somers Point Circle. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - At its winter quarter meeting, the Samaritan Hospice Board of Trustees approved the addition of four new board members and appointed a new Secretary. Read more...

Mount Holly, NJ - The new exhibit at the Samaritan Inpatient Hospice Center Gallery, Nature As I See It, features paintings and photographs by Edgewater Park artist Monica Vanzant-Duke. “My subject determines my media,” said Vanzant-Duke. “This is why I paint in oils, watercolor and acrylic. I want to experience the entire spectrum of creating art.” Read more...

Cinnaminson, NJ - At a March 13 ceremony, the Burlington County Advisory Council on Women presented the Outstanding Women of Burlington County Award in Medical and Health Services to Marjorie Ivins, RN, BSN, MS, CHPN. Read more...

Collingswood, NJ - On the eve of Hollywood’s Academy Awards, Samaritan Hospice hosted The Red Carpet Gala on February 23. The not-for profit agency’s event included entertainment, raffles, dinner, dancing, an auction and the presentation of “Sammie” Awards to past and present Board of Trustees chairs. Read more...

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Westville Grove, NJ - The Samaritan Hospice Ministry for Catholic Patients and Families – Via Lucis – will host “Now and at the Hour of Our Death 2008” in collaboration with the Diocese of Camden and the Diocese of Trenton – Office of Pastoral Care on Friday, April 18, 2008. The thought-provoking discussion on medical care and end-of-life issues from a Catholic perspective will take place at St. John of God Campus, 1145 Delsea Drive, Westville Grove, NJ, 08093. Read more...

Hamilton, NJ - Samaritan Hospice, the regional leader in hospice and palliative care, will offer community presentations at no charge to provide information about various topics related to hospice care. All sessions will take place at Mercer County Connection, Acme Shopping Center, 957 Highway 33, Hamilton, and light refreshments will be served. For more information, call (609) 890-9800. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - On Wednesday, March 5 at 4 p.m., Brownie Abby Todd will arrive at Samaritan Hospice headquarters at 5 Eves Drive, suite 300, Marlton, to distribute Girl Scout cookies to Samaritan employees who will in turn donate the boxes of American tradition to PFC Ryan Wilno and his fellow troops. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - Joseph Samples, Jr., of Robbinsville, NJ, recently joined Samaritan Hospice as its Vice President of Finance. Serving as part of the Leadership Team, he will directly contribute to the agency’s strategic business planning and will lead all of its finance operations. Read more...

Hamilton, NJ - The Samaritan Center for Grief Support, a member of the Samaritan Family of Services, announces the start of the support group Daughters Without Mothers, for adult women grieving the loss of their mother. The six-session group will meet on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. beginning April 1 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, One Hamilton Place, Hamilton. Read more...

Mount Laurel, NJ - The Samaritan Hospice Winterfest, held at the Ramblewood Country Club in Mount Laurel on Saturday, January 26, celebrated the hard work and accomplishments of Samaritan Hospice’s dedicated employees and volunteers. Receiving the top award of the day was Joan Harrigan, of Moorestown, who was celebrated for providing 3,500 volunteer hours since she started with Samaritan 12 years ago. Read more...

View Photos from the Winterfest...

Collingswood, NJ - On the eve of Hollywood’s Oscars, Samaritan Hospice will host The Red Carpet Gala on February 23, 2008. The not-for profit agency’s event will include entertainment, raffles, dinner, dancing, an auction and the presentation of “Sammie” Awards to past and present Chairs of the Board of Trustees. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - What would you give to dine out once a month at some of the area’s finest restaurants? How about $5? Read more...

Marlton, NJ - Holman Automotive, headquartered in Pennsauken with dealerships throughout South Jersey, will serve as presenting sponsor for Samaritan Hospice’s 2008 Red Carpet Gala, announced Mindy Holman, President and CEO of Holman Enterprises. The event will be held on Saturday, February 23, 2008, at the Collingswood Grand Ballroom and includes entertainment, raffles, dinner, dancing and an auction. The evening will honor Board of Trustees Chairs throughout the not-for-profit organization’s 28-year history. Read more...

Woodbury, NJ - The Samaritan Center for Grief Support, a member of the Samaritan Family of Services, announces its schedule of support groups for the coming season. The groups are open to the community and free of charge, regardless of whether or not the individual or family received Samaritan’s hospice services. The groups will be held at Woodbury Mews, 122 Green Avenue, Woodbury. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - The Samaritan Center for Grief Support, a member of the Samaritan Family of Services, announces its schedule of support groups for the coming season. The groups are open to the community and free of charge, regardless of whether or not the individual or family received Samaritan’s hospice services. The groups will be held at The Samaritan Center for Grief Support, 5 Eves Drive, Suite 180 in Marlton. While there is no charge, pre-registration is required by calling (800) 596-8550. Read more...

Hamilton, NJ - Samaritan Hospice, the regional leader in hospice and palliative care, will offer community presentations at no charge to provide information about various topics related to hospice care. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - Lockheed Martin’s Moorestown-based business recently provided a $5,000 grant to Samaritan Hospice to help raise community awareness about the nonprofit organization’s Veterans’ Hospice Outreach Program. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - Eight Samaritan Hospice nurses recently received certification in Hospice and Palliative Care, announced Eva Russell, Samaritan Director of Nursing. With this advanced certification, the nurses are better able to respond to the needs of patients and families at the end-of-life. It is an outward recognition of the knowledge and experience they hold in this specialized field. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - Marjorie Ivins, MS, BSN, RN, of Sicklerville, has been chosen to serve on the New Jersey Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NJHPCO) Board of Trustees. Ivins is vice president of clinical services for Samaritan Hospice, which is headquartered in Marlton and serves five New Jersey counties. As a member of the board, she will be spearheading efforts to raise awareness and access to hospice care for all New Jersey residents coping with life-limiting illnesses. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - The Samaritan Center for Grief Support, a member of the Samaritan Family of Services, offers help to individuals who find it hard to get through the holiday season after losing a loved one. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - November is National Hospice Month, and members of the South Jersey community can do their part by donating free time as a volunteer for Samaritan Hospice. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - The community is encouraged to gather family and friends to celebrate the season as Samaritan Hospice presents ‘Tree of Life’ ceremonies throughout the not-for-profit organization’s service area. Read more...

Mount Holly, NJ - The new Samaritan Inpatient Hospice Center Gallery exhibit, A Quiet Touch, features works in India ink and colored pencil by Haddonfield artist William Marlin. “Drawing nature is a compromise between what is and what one is able to report,” said Marlin. “It is one of man’s and of woman’s noblest efforts – to tell the truth to another as one sees it – a golden means of communication and the fundamental purpose of art.” The public is invited to view the exhibit seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. The show runs through January 25, 2008 and a percentage of the proceeds of exhibit sales will benefit the Samaritan Fund. Read more...

Mt. Laurel, NJ - For the sixth consecutive year, Samaritan Hospice and PHH Mortgage will partner to give families served by Samaritan a happier Thanksgiving. Giving Thanks, Preserving Memories, a project sponsored by PHH Mortgage, provides 400 meals – and a few goodies – to 100 Samaritan patients and their families. Read more...

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Marlton, NJ - Noelle Berardi of Philadelphia has joined Samaritan Hospice as professional relations manager announced Joanne Rosen, Samaritan vice president of marketing and development. In this role, Berardi will lead a team of representatives who educate physicians and other healthcare professionals on end-of-life issues and the Samaritan Family of Services. This team covers the not-for-profit organization’s 2,200 square mile service area that spans five counties in South Jersey. Read more...

Trenton, NJ - The NJ Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (NJDMVA) has designated Samaritan Hospice as an approved service provider. The not-for-profit organization will provide educational outreach and counseling for soldiers, veterans and their families throughout Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Mercer counties. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - The Samaritan Center for Grief Support, a member of the Samaritan Family of Services, announces the start of the support group Sharing Suicide’s Sorrows, for friends and family grieving a suicide death. The six-session group will meet on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. beginning November 7 at 5 Eves Drive, suite 180, Marlton. Read more...

Hamilton, NJ - The Samaritan Center for Grief Support, a member of the Samaritan Family of Services, announces the start of the support group Daughters Without Mothers, for adult women grieving the loss of their mother. The six-session group will meet on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. beginning October 30 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Hamilton. Read more...

Somers Point, NJ - Over the past two decades, a growing body of research indicates that volunteering for as little as two hours a week can help you live longer, function better and suffer less depression than those who do not volunteer their time and talents. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - Samaritan Hospice congratulates the most recent participants of the organization’s Pathways program. This week-long orientation introduces new members of the Samaritan Family to the not-for-profit’s mission, vision, values, structure and philosophy of care. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - OCS has named Samaritan Hospice as one of seven winners of the 2007 Vision Award. Samaritan received the award for improving responsiveness to patients and families on nights and weekends. After examining data analysis from OCS, the not-for-profit organization added more on-call nurses as well as evening and weekend receptionists to better respond to patient needs. The on-call staff is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - CFRE International has recertified Robin Todd, Samaritan Hospice director of development, as a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE). Individuals granted the CFRE credential have met a series of standards set by CFRE International which include tenure in the profession, education, demonstrated fundraising achievement and a commitment to service for not-for-profit organizations. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - A photo taken by Samaritan Hospice PR Specialist Linda Hughes has been selected by the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) to be part of its 2007-2008 Ad Slick Collection. As a result of this honor, an original sketch of the image captured by Hughes will be used by NHPCO member groups in marketing and advertising materials throughout the country. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - Dippy’s Ice Cream will be holding a special event to support “Dancing with the Gloucester County Stars” contestant Dr. Barry Coniglio on August 29 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 245 Bridgeton Pike/Rt. 45 in Mantua. Dr. Coniglio, of Coniglio Family & Sports Chiropractic, is dancing to support Samaritan Hospice, specifically Gloucester County patients and families receiving Samaritan’s quality care. Everyone who buys ice cream during the designated time will contribute to his dancing endeavors and will also be able to play for door prizes. Read more...

Somers Point, NJ - For local families coping with progressive illness or grief, new opportunities for service and quality care have recently arisen. Samaritan Hospice, a well-respected not-for-profit organization with 27 years of hospice experience, has expanded its service area to provide Atlantic County residents with expert end-of-life care. The Samaritan Hospice Resource Center, located at the Shore Medical Building at 10 East New York Avenue in Somers Point, supports these efforts by offering space for support groups and volunteer trainings. Read more...

Marlton, NJ - The Samaritan Center for Grief Support, a member of the Samaritan Family of Services, announces its schedule of support groups for the coming season. The groups are open to the community and free of charge, regardless of whether or not the individual or family received Samaritan’s hospice services. While there is no charge, pre-registration is required by calling (800) 596-8550. Read more...

Cherry Hill, NJ – Marcia Glover-Banks, 42, of Lindenwold, NJ, wrote and recorded a song with her three daughters, knowing it may be one of the last memories her daughters have of her. Shanice, 14, Andrea, 8 and Jasmine, 7 joined their mother in a recording studio that was donated so the group could share this special memory. Read more... Listen to the song...

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