Dear Friends,
We hope that this e-newsletter finds you well and persevering during the daily challenges that continue to face us. And in that light, we welcome you to join us this evening for Frank Ostaseki, our next guest in illuminate Speaker Series who will provide insightful perspectives and inspiration in our new reality. It should be a fantastic evening. Go to www.hospiceofsb.org/hsbseries to register for this free event.
As we continue to make adjustments in the way we deliver our critical programs and services to our clients and families who are experiencing a life-threatening illness or grieving the death of a loved one, we want to maintain many of the traditional experiences that our communities have come to expect. For example, this year, our Light Up A Life event will continue "virtually" and bring in elements from our four locations: Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, Goleta and Montecito. We will share in the remembrance of those we have lost through live inspirational speakers, musical performances, and our Tree Lighting ceremony. We are introducing an additional feature where anyone may dedicate stars to loved ones on our virtual Tree of Remembrance with their loved one's name, a personal message, and photo. We will then hang the traditional paper star(s), on your behalf, on the tree of your choice at one of our four Light Up A Life locations. See below for more information or visit our website at www.hospiceofsantabarbara.org.
Be well,
David Selberg
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Join us for our 37th Annual Light Up A Life |
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Join Us For This Beloved Tradition!
The holiday season can stir up a range of emotions, including joy, stress, sadness, and everything in between. For those preparing to navigate the holiday season without cherished loved ones, this time of year can be even more difficult.
This year, due to the ongoing pandemic, we will be gathering virtually!
Light Up A Life is an opportunity for all to join together as communities unite for one heartwarming virtual ceremony to remember and honor the many that are missed this holiday season.
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We invite you to join us Wednesday, December 16th from 6:00 to 7:00 pm PDT for a FREE virtual Light Up A Life event, featuring event emcee Catherine Remak.
Join us for our traditional celebration of reflection, special speakers, poetry, musical entertainment, and the lighting of our Tree of Remembrance. Invite your friends and family as you honor and remember your loved ones.
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This event is FREE and open to the community, but registration is required. |
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* NEW THIS YEAR! *
You will be able to dedicate a star on our virtual Tree of Remembrance. You can showcase your star(s) with your loved one's name, photo, and a special message from you. Additionally, we will place our 4 traditional Trees of remembrance throughout the community where paper stars with their name will be hung.
With your donation of a digital star, HSB staff will also then create a traditional paper star, with the name of your loved one, that will be hung on a Tree of Remembrance at a location of your choosing. Locations include Santa Barbara, Montecito, Carpinteria, and Goleta.
Click below to get started!
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Join us today, November 18th at
6:00 PM PDT as we are joined by
Frank Ostaseski!
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Frank Ostaseski is an internationally respected Buddhist teacher and visionary cofounder of the Zen Hospice Project, and founder of the Metta Institute. |
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The event is FREE and open to the community, but registration is required.
SIMULTANEA AL ESPAÑOL DISPONIBLE
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Join us on Wednesday, January 20 at 6:00 PM PDT as we are joined by Katy Butler.
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Katy Butler is a popular speaker on doctor-patient communication and the choices families face near the end of life, Katy has given keynotes and Grand Rounds at Harvard Medical School, Kaiser Permanente, UCSF, and elsewhere.
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Join us as this series into 2021 with Katy Butler in January, Sharon Salzberg in February, Dr. BJ Miller in March, Dr. Sunita Puri in April, and Jenée Johnson in May. The remainder of the 2021 Speaker Series will be announced in the coming months. To learn more and to register for these free virtual events, please visit: www.hospiceofsb.org/hsbseries.
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illuminate Speaker Series Sponsorships Are Available!
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Are you curious about how different religions and cultures deal with
end-of-life issues?
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Join us for our final virtual Learn at Lunch of 2020.
Friday, November 20, 2020
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Join us via Zoom Meeting!
Meeting ID: 610 723 1831
Passcode: Hospice
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During this uncertain time, you may feel pulled to get your financial affairs in order. HSB can help. |
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Now might feel like a good time to sort out your will or estate plan. An estate plan is helpful for everyone, but it can be confusing to know how to begin. Hospice of Santa Barbara's own Judy Goodbody can help you get started.
Judy is a registered Tax Preparer who has been helping people with tax and estate planning for 25 years. This free service is available to all HSB volunteers, clients, donors, staff, or anyone in the community who needs help.
In observance of physical distancing practices, Judy will be available over the phone or through the secure video chat service Zoom. Contact Judy Goodbody for your free and confidential assistance at (805) 770-7119 or jgoodbody@hospiceofsb.org.
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Thank you for all that you do to support our work!
It is a remarkable privilege to witness the difference we make for those we serve on a daily basis. It is only through your generosity that we can accomplish all that we do and will in the future.
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Phone: (805) 563-8820
Fax: (805) 563-8821
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