Special Events

United Hospice of Rockland is holding the following special events in 2008…

 Youth4Hospice Dance-A-Thon

(above from left to right: Youth4Hospice Committee: Lauren Krouskoff, Jenna Margolis, Allie Denburg, Kara Goldstein, Samantha Schnapper, Jamie Etkind, Heather Jones)

Youth4Hospice held its first-ever Dance-A-Thon on Friday, March 14, 2008 at the Rockland Country Day School in Congers from 7pm-midnight. With refreshments, DJ Andy from moonlightdj.net, and coveted prizes for top fundraisers, the event was open to all Rockland high school students. More than 130 kids attended, raising $6300 for Hospice!

Special thanks to Dance-A-Thon Sponsors:

  • Rye Beverage Mart

  • Schnapper Chiropractic

  • Birbrower Beldock & Margolis

  • Dr. Monte J. Goldstein

  • Lil's Caters

  • Shoprite

  • Domino's Pizza

  • Rocco's

  • D&D's Deli

19th Annual Rockland Road Runners Spring Walk and Run to Benefit Hospice

On Sunday, April 13th, the Rockland Road Runners hosted its 19th Spring Walk and Run to Benefit UHR. More than 700 runners and walkers came out to tackle Rockland Lake's Hook Mountain, raising over $30,000 for Hospice! Many thanks to all our participants, volunteers and once again to Ricki Berger, who was the highest fundraiser for Hospice.

Below, Julie Gillis from Tarrytown, winner of this year's 5k for women.

  • Exclusive Race Sponsor -- the Law Offices of James J. Sexton

  • Cup Sponsor -- Avanti Healthcare Services

  • Exclusive Water Station Sponsor -- Active International

Click here to read wrap up letter with official results/times from Rich Tinger, Race Coordinator, Rockland Road Runners.

 Second Generation Motorcycle Run -- July 27, 2008

For the second consecutive year, the Second Generation "Dice Run" motorcycle ride will benefit UHR. Save the date for July 27, 2008. Sign up is at 9:00 a.m. at Haverstraw Motor Sports on Rt. 9W in Haverstraw. For more information, email Tomkins Cove group VP Louis Babcock at LOUBABCOCK2001@aol.com

UHR’s Annual Spring Benefit -- June 1, 2008

Click here to see our fabulous 2008 Grand Raffle Prizes

SAVE THE DATE FOR 2008 GALA -- SUNDAY, JUNE 1 at the Colonial Inn in Norwood, NJ. This year UHR honors Bill and Ginny Maloney of Vista Electrical Contractors Inc. for their dedication and support of Hospice and the community. To become a sponsor of the event or to request an invitation, call Connie at 845 634 4974.

With an 18 piece orchestra and a star-studded cast of entertainers from Broadway, along with first-class raffle and silent auction prizes, this event is sure to be a winner.

Special thanks to our 2008 Benefactors to date:

  • Tess and Joe Raso

  • Ginny and Bill Maloney of Vista Electrical Contractors Inc.

and our Cornerstone Sponsors:

  • Chromalloy New York

  • Novartis Pharmaceuticals

  • Law Offices of Barbara H. Cane

and our Bricks & Mortar Patrons:

  • Provident Bank

  • Valentine Electric Inc.

  • David G. Schwartz and Family

  • Holt Construction

  • Dr.'s Louis and Rosanne Martorella

  • Dr. Edward and Raselle Fisher

  • Judith A. Pachter

  • Key Bank

  • Mr. and Mrs. Niles Davies, Jr.

  • Empire State Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors

  • Lafayette 148 New York

 

 Childrens Memorial Rock Garden -- June 25, 2008

UHR’s sixth annual Memorial Rock Garden dedication will take place on June 25th, 2008 outside the Provident Bank Hope and Healing Center at Hospice. Youngsters who have recently lost a loved one will have the opportunity to place hand painted and decorated rocks in the garden in memory of that special person. 

The program is designed to help children and their families move past their grief over the loss of a loved one and go on to live emotionally, mentally and physically healthy lives. For more information, contact Sharami Kerr at 845-634-4974.

 Golf Outing

Save the Date: Monday, September 8th at Dellwood Country Club

Call Connie to get on the Golf mailing list at 845 634 4974.

Hugs for Hospice

UHR’s Hugs for Hospice Campaign runs every year for the month of November.  Local businesses collect donations for the benefit of UHR in exchange for a hug!

Thanks to Dr. Ed Fisher, 2007 Ambassador of Hugs for Hospice and Dr. Reddy for once again spearheading this program. This year the Hugs for Hospice campaign raised over $26,000 worth of hugs for the support of Hospice.  Dr. Fisher and his staff raised over $16,000 on their own!

Thanks to all our other 2007 Hugs vendors for their support. Please patronize these businesses: Dr. Sobler; Drug World (3 locations); Koblin's Pharmacy; Maria Luisa; Premier Fitness; River Waves Beauty Salon; Orangetown Town Clerk's office; Dr. Kirk Flynn; Dr.'s Michael and Christine Kelly; Dr. Bart Silverman; Hill Top Deli; The Bleshman School; Cardonna Market; Schweizer Florist; New City Florist; Dr. Genevieve Krebs; Dr. Zatz; Dr. Kevin Boyle; Dr. Ramaswamy, Warner Monuments, the Rockland County Clerk's Office, Valley Cottage Animal Hospital and Provident Bank.

Rockland County Music Teacher’s Guild Music Marathon

Save the Date for 08 -- December 13 & 14, 2008 at the Palisades Center

The Rockland County Music Teacher’s Guild held its Seventh Annual Music Marathon for the benefit of UHR’s Music Therapy Program on December 8th and 9th at the Palisades Mall.   The 2007 Music Marathon was a huge success, raising more than $20,500 for the benefit of Hospice -- a new marathon record! More than 450 music students participated and raised money through personal sponsorships and from donations made by the appreciative crowds at the Palisades Mall. Special thanks to piano teacher and Guild organizer Marilyn Hazan, who spearheaded the event once again.

Many thanks to our 2007 Sponsors:

  • All Brite Electric - Howard Hellman

  • Capitol Risk Management Services, Ltd.

  • Cambridge Brokerage Group

  • UHR Board of Directors

  • Jeff and Fran Grossman

Also, special thanks to our Raffle Underwriters:

  • Scott and Robyn Haber

  • Ira and Heather Shapiro

  • Marisol and John Brugmann

  • Donna Stevens

And, our supporters:

  • Fran Clancy

  • Rockland Music Center

  • Frank & Camille's Keyboard Centers

  • Charles Flaum of Piano Lifestyles

  • Bassett Flowers

  • Palisades Center

  • New York Philharmonic

  • NJ Performing Arts Center

  • Westchester Philharmonic

Tree of Life -- Save the Date for 08 -- December 16, 2008 at the Palisades Center

The 2007 Tree of Life took place on Monday, December 17 with entertainment by Michael Mark. More than 2000 stars illuminated the mall and Hospice raised nearly $93,000 to support our mission. Many thanks to all our volunteers who manned the UHR table during the month of December and our:

2007 Benefactor:

  • David Schwartz in memory of Janice F. Schwartz

2007 Sponsors:

  • In Memory of Charles & Rose Topper

  • In Memory of Magny Knutson

  • Rockland County Clerks Office in memory of Clare Lussen

  • The Walerstein Foundation in memory of Jeffrey David Walerstein

2007 Patrons:

  • Robert G. Requa in memory of Robert Requa

  • K&M Newspaper Services

  • Solveig Bergstol in memory of Leif Bergstol

  • John Grant in memory of Mary Grant

  • Natalie Sherman in memory of Donna Sherman

  • Marjorie Tummons in memory of Robert J. Tummons

  • Phil Pearson and Deceased Members, The Celtic Club, Inc.

  • Dr. Marc Zimmerman in honor of his patients

  • Kevin Stokes Excavating

  • Carol Dolan

  • Mr. Lussen and Family