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Walk for Hospice Triumphs despite the rainy weather

Cornwall, Ontario – Despite the rain on Sunday, May 5, approximately 100 participants and volunteers gathered at Carefor Hospice Cornwall for the annual Hike for Hospice event. The fundraiser, which takes place on the first Sunday in May, is a vital source of support for CareforHospice, which has been providing end-of-life care to the community since September 2009.

Carefor Hospice Cornwall boasts ten beds and extends its care through outreach programmes, supporting 192 people with end of life care last year alone. The Hike for Hospice event is a crucial fundraiser, with this year’s goal set at $30,000.

Angela Labelle, Manager at Carefor Hospice Cornwall, highlighted the importance of the event, saying: “At our annual Hospice Hike, family members hike in memory of someone they have lost and collect donations. It’s just a great day to remember the people who have passed.”

With umbrellas in hand, participants braved the rain to honor their loved ones and contribute to the cause. Hike for Hospice participant Angela Vaillant shared her personal connection, saying: “They took such good care of my mum who died of cancer at Easter.”

The event featured guest speakers including MP Eric Duncan, MP Nolan Quinn and Mayor Justin Towndale who highlighted the importance of Carefor Hospice Cornwall in the community. MP Eric Duncan reflected on his personal connection to the hospice, recalling two friends, saying, “It’s a wonderful place, it’s a wonderful organization. We are lucky to have him.”

MPP Nolan Quinn echoed that sentiment, emphasizing the importance of hospice care to the community, saying, “Knowing that we have an aging population in this area, hospice is so important to our community.”

Mayor Justin Towndale praised the essential services provided by Carefor Hospice Cornwall, saying: “They (our loved ones) deserve to spend their last days in dignity, comfort and with whatever support they need and the hospice provides this in our community “.

Dr Diane Poilly, Trevor Eggleton and others from Carefor Hospice Cornwall addressed the crowd with remarks. Before starting the hike, participants did Zumba led by Josee Poirier to stretch out. As the hike began, the somber tunes of a bagpiper, Dwight Grant, led the way, echoing through the rainy sky. The event concluded with a barbecue hosted by the Kinsmen Club of Cornwall.

With continued donations, the final total will be determined at the end of May. There is still time to donate and support Carefor Hospice Cornwall by visiting their website. https://carefor.ca/donate-cornwall-hospice/

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