Year End Letter

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Published: Monday, December 21, 2009

Dear Friend,

Your generous support of Hospice of the Valleys this past year has made a significant difference in many lives. We thank you for giving and we salute you for your deep desire to give back to our community in a meaningful way. Below is one example of how your gifts have changed the lives of those we serve:

"No one could control my wife's cancer pain. She would spend most of her time lying in her bed in the fetal position moaning. When we finally called Hospice of the Valleys, the medical director knew exactly what combination of medications to use to manage her pain. The nurse walked alongside us and taught us how to care for her and what to expect. The social worker helped us make final arrangements and tie up loose ends. The chaplain ensured her dying wishes were met. In a matter of a few days, my wife's quality of life was restored and she was even able to take a ride on the back of my motorcycle - one of her most favorite joys in life - before her passing. Hospice was such a gift to us - our angels."

Since 1982, we have experienced many, many heart-warming stories of lives we have been able to touch and families we have walked through this most difficult process. Our patient census has grown significantly this past year and as we look ahead, we know that there are many people in our community that still die in pain and alone. We re-commit ourselves to reaching out further to educate and provide high-quality hospice care to all families and patients with a terminal illness. We never turn anyone away because of inability to pay and we know the need for charity funding will continue to increase in the coming years. We need your help to continue our important work.

Please consider a generous gift to Hospice of the Valleys during this holiday season of giving. You can feel good, knowing you are directing your resources toward partnering with the only non-profit hospice headquartered in Temecula Valley - and the only one that dedicates itself to the affirmation of life, relief of suffering, and compassion in loss.

For your convenience, an envelope is enclosed for your response. If you prefer, you can make a secure online donation by clicking here.

We thank you for your partnership with us and look forward to continuing our important work together in the years ahead.

We wish you and yours a blessed holiday season full of joy and peace.

Sincerely,

Terry Azkoul

Executive Director