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· Identifying the right time to refer someone to hospice Complimentary
and palliative care. Local Decorating Service
· Accessing hospice and palliative care services.
Hospice and palliative care focus on providing Call us (315) 735-0732
compassionate care to those with serious illnesses,
aiming to relieve symptoms and stress. These services
are essential not only for patients at the end of life but
also for those experiencing chronic or life-limiting
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"Our goal is to educate the community about the www.gracefurniture.com
vital role hospice and palliative care play in managing since 1940
serious illnesses. These services can greatly enhance
comfort and quality of life, providing comprehensive
support to patients and their families. Understanding
when and how to access hospice and palliative care MVILR Announces Exciting
is crucial. We want to ensure that people know these
services are available and understand how to benefit Summer Series for Adult
from them." Said Mary Bogdan, MHA, BSN, CHPN, Learners
CHPCA The Mohawk Valley Institute for Learning in
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage Retirement (MVILR) is thrilled to announce the
with professionals, ask questions, and gain a deeper Summer Series, a unique and enriching week of
understanding of how hospice and palliative care can classes for adult learners, to be held from July 15-18,
make a positive difference in their lives or the lives of 2024, at the MVCC Rome Campus. This series offers
their loved ones. an opportunity to dive into a diverse range of topics
For additional information, please contact the
Lunch & Learn - Hospice Bereavement Team at 315-735-6484 ext. 1214. designed to inspire and ignite new passions in a vibrant,
stress-free environment.
Patrick Condon - Utica’s 19th We look forward to welcoming the community to this Unlike our regular semesters, the Summer Series
Century Irish Poet enlightening session. allows participants to sign up for the entire series and
Contact: Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. Phone: 315-
Join us at The H.A.R.P. Museum at the Irish Cultural 735-6484 Website: Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. attend any classes throughout the week without the
Center of the Mohawk Valley on Wednesday, July Email: info@hospicecareinc.org need to sign up for individual sessions. This flexible
10, 2024 at 11:00 AM for a discussion on Utica’s 19th format is perfect for those looking to explore different
Century Irish Poet - Patrick Condon. After the program Easy No Bake subjects and engage with like-minded individuals.
you can enjoy a delicious lunch in the beautiful Five Classes and Activities Include:
Points Pub designed and built by Dublin craftsmen. Dessert! Intro to Poetry with Fred Capozzella
In 1825, Pádraig Cúndún or Patrick Condon and his Science: A Genetic Deep Dive
young family left their home in County Cork for a better with Dr. Robert Lowenstein
life in America. They settled in Deerfield, NY. Little is American Icons: Let's Talk
known of Condon’s early education other than he never Strawberry Landmarks with Cheryl Pula
learned English but could read and write in the Irish Nature Trail Walking – A group-led casual
language. Classified by scholars as a folk or farmer poet, walk on MVCC's beautiful nature trail
his writings in the Irish language, Gaeilge, cast a unique Cheesecake Fluff Film Analysis then the Class Decides What's
perspective on the early 19th century Irish immigrant Ingredients: Next – Learn to analyze films and vote on
experience. what to watch for the other three days!
What was his life like in Ireland and why did he come 8 ounce block cream cheese, Social Justice: What Does It Mean
to America? What was his life like in America and why softened to room temperature to Society? with Beverly Quist
are his writings so important? We will shed some light Classical Music Goes to the Movies with Nancy Ketz
on these questions as well as present some examples of ½ cup granulated sugar
his writings. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Event Details:
A $20 registration fee will cover the program and 8 ounce tub Cool Whip Dates: July 15-18, 2024
lunch; meal tax and gratuity are included. A menu will Location: MVCC Rome Campus
be sent along with your registration. Please register at whipped topping, thawed Entry Fee: $50 per person (Free for
this link, https://bit.ly/4aULMbg or leave a message at 4 cups diced strawberries MVILR full-year members)
315-733-4228 Ext 6. Lunch: $20 for the week
You can attend this presentation at the H.A.R.P. Instructions: Join us for a week of discovery and enrichment
Museum located on the second floor of the Irish In a large mixing bowl beat at MVILR's Summer Camp for Adults! For more
Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley, 623 Columbia cream cheese, sugar, and information and to register, please contact us at 315-
St, Utica. All are welcome to attend this program and 334-7761 or visit tinyurl.com/MVILR-Summer.
the museum is wheelchair accessible. vanilla extract together. Register by July 11, 2024.
Add Cool Whip and fold it in. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Benefits of Hospice and Add in the strawberries and
Palliative Care stir until combined well.

Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. is pleased to announce Then serve!
an educational session titled "The Benefits of Hospice DONALD A. FLIHAN, DDS, MD
and Palliative Care: Enhancing Quality of Life for
Patients and Caregivers," to be held on July 9, 2024, Give Your Child The Best… Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
from 10:30 a.m. to noon at The Root Farm, 2860 King ….Right from the Start!
Road, Sauquoit, NY 13456. This event is free and open Jewish Community Center ’s
to the public and you will have the opportunity to meet Preschool Program Board Certified:
members of the Hospice & Palliative Care Team. Fosters a sense of:
• Self Reliance •Achievement American Board of Oral
This informative session will delve into the critical ….Interested? • Self Esteem •Self Discipline
benefits that hospice and palliative care services offer, Please call • Classes are held from 9 a.m.-12 and Maxillofacial Surgery
highlighting how these services can significantly (315) 733-2345 noon. Monday through Friday
improve the quality of life for both patients and • for children ages 2 to 5.
Lunch program is available
caregivers. The presentation will cover several key The Jewish Community Center from 12 – 2 p.m.. www.FlihanOralSurgery.com
2310 Oneida St.
topics, including: Utica, NY 13501 • Before Care starts at 8 a.m. and
· The comprehensive services provided by hospice and Www.jccutica.net • After Care ends at 4 p.m. 315-624-0707
The school follows the local
palliative care. * we are open to children of all public school schedule,
September - June
· The physical, emotional, and psychological benefits races, religions and nationalities 130 Lomond Court, Utica
for patients. Lomond Place Office Park
· The support and respite available to caregivers. * now accepting fall registration applications