Community Invited to Celebration of Life Event for Those Suffering Grief
Welcoming all who are experiencing grief in some form, Tidewell Hospice, in partnership with Tidewell Foundation, is holding a Celebration of Life service on Sunday, November 13, 2022, at Marie Shelby Botanical Gardens at Historic Spanish Point in Osprey. The program begins at 5 p.m.
As the community provider of free grief services, Tidewell Hospice, a division of Empath Health, will lead a special gathering to honor the loss of a loved one, friend, caregiver, coworker, beloved pet or change in life status.
The event will allow families, friends, and hospice staff and volunteers to honor the special person in their lives and remember their legacy. It will include music, reflection and an opportunity to gather as a community in celebration of those dear to them.
“Families have been through so much in the past couple of years as they also cope with the loss of loved ones and adjust to new lives” Jonathan Fleece, President and CEO of Tidewell Hospice, said. “The hurricane added to feelings of loss. We look forward to this time and place where people can gather to process their grief and rekindle hope.”
There is no cost to attend; no RSVP is required. The event is outdoors; rain will mean postponement.
For Information contact Shannon Johnson at (941) 552-7569 or email ShannonJohnson@tidewellfoundation.org
Tidewell’s adult community grief program as well as the Blue Butterfly program for children are offered at no charge to participants, thanks to the generosity of donors to Tidewell Foundation.
What: Celebration of Life
Who: Tidewell Hospice and Tidewell Foundation
When: 5 p.m., Sunday, November 13, 2022 (Parking 4:15 to 4:45 p.m.)
Where: Historic Spanish Point, (Marie Selby Botanical Gardens), 337 N. Tamiami Trail, Osprey
Why: To allow families and friends to gather as a community to remember and honor lost loved ones.
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About Empath Health
Empath Health is the country’s largest not-for-profit health system delivering non-acute care and services through its skilled, medical and holistic programs to individuals with chronic, advanced and terminal illnesses and those experiencing grief. The Empath Health integrated network of care provides expert medical, counseling and support services including hospice; home health; palliative care; grief services; all-inclusive elder care; HIV/STI prevention services and support; primary care; physician services; and full-service pharmacy and durable medical equipment (DME). Empath Health is honored to have more than 22,000 people enrolled in our Full Life Care services in north central, west central and southwest Florida. We have nearly 90 combined years of experience serving individuals during some of their most vulnerable times. Our wide variety of community-based programs reflects our commitment to the preservation of our charitable mission.
About Tidewell Foundation, Inc.
The Tidewell Foundation, Inc. is an independent 501 (c) (3) charitable foundation established to ensure perpetual philanthropic support to Tidewell Hospice, Empath Home Health and the other affiliates within the Empath Health not-for-profit organization serving Southwest Florida. Charitable contributions to the Tidewell Foundation sustain and grow the critically important programs and services provided. Donor-funded programs offer compassion and comfort to those who need it most in our community by caring for all, regardless of their ability to pay. It starts with generosity and is paid forward with every patient connection, family served, and life changed. Discover how each donation strengthens our community; learn more by visiting tidewellfoundation.org.
