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United Hospice of Rockland's Annual Tree of Life Lighting Celebration, December 11th at Palisades Center

United Hospice of Rockland (UHR) is holding its annual Tree of Life Celebration at the Palisades Center, Level One, near Banana Republic. The Trees will be illuminated on Wednesday, December 11 (snow date December 12th) at 7:30 PM, featuring a special ceremony, complimentary refreshments and wonderful entertainment by the Dominican College Chorale. Last year, thanks to the support of over 95 volunteers, we raised more than $90,000!

Starting December 2nd through December 24th, between the hours of 10:00 AM and 8:30 PM daily, UHR volunteers will staff the Tree of Life table to accept purchases of stars in honor or memory of a loved one. For more information about becoming a sponsor, volunteering, or purchasing a star, call MJ Bray at 845.634.4974 or email mbray@hospiceofrockland.org
To buy a star online, click here.

Contributors may become Benefactors ($5,000 gift), Sponsors ($2,500 gift) or Patrons ($1,000 gift); all of these donations include special recognition. Another option is to Name a Star: Platinum Star ($500 gift), Gold Star ($250 gift), Silver Star ($100 gift), Purple Star ($50 gift), Blue Star ($25 gift), or Red Star ($10 gift).

The names of the honorees will appear on stars adorning the Tree of Life and will also be inscribed in the UHR Tree of Life Honor Roll Book which will be on display at the Tree of Life Celebration and viewable online beginning December 12th atwww.hospiceofrockland.org/tree-of-life.

When time matters most, United Hospice of Rockland (UHR) provides care, comfort and improved quality of life to individuals affected by serious illness and offers compassionate support to families and members of the community. Founded in 1988, United Hospice of Rockland is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and meets the Standards for Charity Accountability of the Better Business Bureau, Inc.  In addition, UHR received a third consecutive 4-Star rating from Charity Navigator. UHR's mission is to enable patients with advanced illnesses to live in comfort, with dignity, and surrounded by those they love. For more information, call 845.634.4974, write to United Hospice of Rockland, 11 Stokum Lane, New City, NY 10956, visit www.hospiceofrockland.org or fax to 845.634.7549.

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