The Joseph T Quinlan Bereavement Center moved into an expanded site at 61 Spring St, Newton

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IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
Offices in Newton & Phillipsburg, NJ & Milford PA.
PHONE: 973-383-0115 toll free 800-882-1117 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org
Website: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Joseph T Quinlan Bereavement Center Open HousePHOTO: The Joseph T Quinlan Bereavement Center moved into an expanded site at 61 Spring St, Newton and held an open house for the community last month. Over 100 neighbors and friends of the center attended and enjoyed an art display presented by the Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council, refreshments, and a silent auction.

Pictured here (center) is Julia Quinlan, mother of Karen Ann Quinlan and wife of Joseph T Quinlan, with Erin Opitz(L)and Holly Opitz(r)enjoying the evening.

The center helps all those suffering with grief from the loss of a loved one through death, including children’s programs and pet loss. They provide individual counseling as well as group sessions in Sussex County at the new Spring St location; in Warren County at the center located at 214 Washington St., Hackettstown; and in the Pike County area of PA at the United Methodist Church in Milford and the Church at Hemlock Farms at Lords Valley. To learn more about their programs or for information to reach any of the centers visit www.KarenAnnQuinlanHospice.org or call 800-882-1117.

 
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National Nurses Week is celebrated annually

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: May 5, 2011
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
Offices in Newton & Phillipsburg, NJ & Milford PA.
PHONE: 973-383-0115 toll free 800-882-1117 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org
Website: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

National Nurses Week is celebrated annually from May 6, also known as National Nurses Day, through May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.

“Dependable, trustworthy, caring,
Living for others, loving, sharing.
At times wondering “Why am I a Nurse?
Is it a Blessing or maybe a curse? “

Because, at times, Nurses are not appreciated,
For the work to which their life is dedicated.
However, Nurses know their job is worthwhile,
when, after a hard day, a patient will smile.”
—Excerpts from a poem by an author who simply calls herself Carlotta and a retired R.N with 41 yrs experience.

So just what is the definition of “nurse” and how did it arrive? Nursing has been called the oldest of arts and the youngest of professions. The history of nursing walks hand in hand with woman herself; but of course the meaning of the word nurse has changed over the course of centuries. The word nursing is derived from the Latin nutrire “to nourish” with its roots in the Latin noun nutrix which means “nursing mother” (This referring to a wet nurse who breast fed the babies of others). The original meaning of the English word was first used in English in the 13th century and its spelling underwent many forms, norrice, (from the French version of nourrice-a woman who suckled a child) nurice or nourice, to the present day, nurse.

By the 16th century the meanings of the noun included “a person, but usually a woman who waits upon or tends to the sick”. Two more components were added during the 19th century; training of those who tend to the sick and the carrying out of such duties under direction of a physician.

Women, because of maternal instincts, were considered “born nurses”. The parental instinct, however, is present in both sexes of all races. It is thought that women present a greater degree of this due to their traditional role in the family. “Yet the spirit of nursing has no sexual boundaries. Human beings of both sexes have a natural tendency to respond to helplessness or a threat to life from disease or injury.”- Donahue, 1996

In our ancient times, a woman cared for her own family. This expanded to taking care of members in her own tribe. As early civilizations progressed, so did nursing as it began to be performed outside the home. This development led to the inclusion and concentration on additional elements: skill, expertise, and knowledge. So as man learned more and more about disease, illnesses, and treating the injured, nursing evolved to become both a nurturing art and a science.

It is why today the head, the heart, and the hands have united to become modern day nursing’s foundation.
In 1971, a nursing theorist by the name of Joyce Travelbee declared, “A nurse does not only seek to alleviate physical pain or render physical care – she ministers to the whole person. The existence of suffering, whether physical, mental or spiritual is the proper concern of the nurse”. (Travelbee, 1971).

Amongst the many new trends and changes in nursing theory and practice today, this is one trend that holds a particular interest for the hospice and home care nurse; the renewed focus on holistic care and the interest in spirituality and spiritual care for the patient as a “whole”. This concept re-emerged in nursing literature in the 1980’s and has stayed and developed on the present day nursing stage. “As a nurse it is very rewarding to be part of people’s lives and to make a difference in their quality of life.” Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice Intake Coordinator Kathleen Hoffman, RN, CHPN continues “particularly in hospice. When families first come to us they are overwhelmed with caregiver stress and once the hospice nurse and team get involved, a peace comes over the whole family.”

The following is a Brief History of National Nurses Week

1953 Dorothy Sutherland of the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare sent a proposal to President Eisenhower to proclaim a “Nurse Day” in October of the following year. The proclamation was never made.

1954 National Nurse Week was observed from October 11 – 16. The year of the observance marked the 100th anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s mission to Crimea. Representative Frances P. Bolton sponsored the bill for a nurse week. Apparently, a bill for a National Nurse Week was introduced in the 1955 Congress, but no action was taken. Congress discontinued its practice of joint resolutions for national weeks of various kinds.

1972 Again a resolution was presented by the House of Representatives for the President to proclaim “National Registered Nurse Day.” It did not occur.

1974 In January of that year, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) proclaimed that May 12 would be “International Nurse Day.” (May 12 is the birthday of Florence Nightingale.) Since 1965, the ICN has celebrated “International Nurse Day.”

1974 In February of that year, a week was designated by the White House as National Nurse Week, and President Nixon issued a proclamation.

1978 New Jersey Governor Brendon Byrne declared May 6 as “Nurses Day.” Edward Scanlan, of Red Bank, N.J., took up the cause to perpetuate the recognition of nurses in his state. Mr. Scanlan had this date listed in Chase’s Calendar of Annual Events. He promoted the celebration on his own.

1981 ANA, along with various nursing organizations, rallied to support a resolution initiated by nurses in New Mexico, through their Congressman, Manuel Lujan, to have May 6, 1982, established as “National Recognition Day for Nurses.”

1982 In February, the ANA Board of Directors formally acknowledged May 6, 1982 as “National Nurses Day.” The action affirmed a joint resolution of the United States Congress designating May 6 as “National Recognition Day for Nurses.”

1982 President Ronald Reagan signed a proclamation on March 25, proclaiming “National Recognition Day for Nurses” to be May 6, 1982.

1990 The ANA Board of Directors expanded the recognition of nurses to a week-long celebration, declaring May 6 – 12, 1991, as National Nurses Week.

1993 The ANA Board of Directors designated May 6 – 12 as permanent dates to observe National Nurses Week in 1994 and in all subsequent years.

1996 The ANA initiated “National RN Recognition Day” on May 6, 1996, to honor the nation’s indispensable registered nurses for their tireless commitment 365 days a year. The ANA encourages its state and territorial nurses associations and other organizations to acknowledge May 6, 1996 as “National RN Recognition Day.”

1997 The ANA Board of Directors, at the request of the National Student Nurses Association, designated May 8 as National Student Nurses Day. –American Nurses Association.

So Happy Nurses Week to all nurses and thank you for choosing nursing!

The Florence Nightingale Pledge

I solemnly pledge myself before God and presence of this assembly; To pass my life in purity and to practice my profession faithfully.

I will abstain from whatever is deleterious and mischievous
and will not take or knowingly administer any harmful drug.

I will do all in my power to maintain and elevate the standard of my profession and will hold in confidence all personal matters committed to my keeping and family affairs coming to my knowledge in the practice of my calling.

With loyalty will I endeavor to aid the physician in his work, and devote myself to the welfare of those committed to my care.

Juramento de Florence Nightingale

Juro solemnemente ante Dios y en presencia de esta asamblea llevar una vida digna y ejercer mi profesión honradamente.

Me abstendré de todo cuanto sea nocivo o dañino, y no tomare ni suministrare cualquier substancia o producto que sea perjudicial para la salud.

Haré todo lo que este a mi alcance para elevar el nivel de la enfermería y considerare como confidencial toda información que me sea revelada en el ejercicio de mi profesión, así como todos los asuntos familiares en mis pacientes.

Seré una fiel asistente de los médicos y dedicare mi vida al bienestar de las personas confiadas a mi cuidado.

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is passionately dedicated to providing Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovery patients. Serving North and Northwest NJ and the Pike County area PA; please call 800 882 1117 to reach any of our services. Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 99 Sparta Ave., Newton, NJ, Karen Ann Quinlan Home Health Care, 755 Memorial Parkway, Phillipsburg, NJ and Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 315 West Harford St., Milford, PA. For programs, events, and more information visit www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

Sources:
Donahue, M. Patricia, PhD, RN, FAAN, Nursing The Finest Art – An Illustrated History, 2nd Edition, 1996.
American Nurses Association, 2011.

All are welcome to Charitable Giving Seminar Wednesday May 11th

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: May 2, 2011
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
Offices in Newton & Phillipsburg, NJ & Milford PA.
PHONE: 973-383-0115 Toll free 800-882-1117 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org
Website: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

PHOTO: Elenora L. Benz,
of Benz and Reading, LLC,
Attorneys at Law

All are welcome to Charitable Giving Seminar Wednesday May 11th.

Newton, May 2, 2011–The Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice will present a free seminar on charitable giving, featuring Elenora L. Benz, of Benz and Reading, LLC, Attorneys at Law, on Wednesday, May 11 at 4:00 p.m. at the Lafayette House.

“Ellie” Benz concentrates her practice in the areas of wills, trusts, estate and business succession planning, probate and administration of estates. She is a graduate of the College of Saint Elizabeth, Convent, NJ, and earned her law degree at New York Law School, NY, NY.

Ellie belongs to the American Bar Association and the Bar Associations of New York, New Jersey, and Sussex County. She is a member and/or officer of the District XA Ethics Committee (currently Chairman), the Animal Law Committee of the NJ State Bar Association, the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce, the Senior Quality of Life Foundation, Inc., the Bioethics Committee of Newton Memorial Hospital, and The Branchville Rotary Club.

Ms. Benz points out that charitable giving, if done right, is mutually beneficial to both recipient and donor, and adds that she is amazed to find that many clients think that the only way to benefit a charity is to give cash contributions. In her many talks on estate planning, Ellie is known for demystifying planned giving and its benefits. “At the seminar I hope to educate donors on the many ways there are to benefit charities” Benz commented.

Doors will open and registration for the seminar will begin at 3:30, and Ellie’s discussion will be from 4:00 until 5:30, with ample time for questions and answers. Lite refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to Glenn Lewis at 973-383-0115, or email at glewis@karenannquinlanhospice.org.

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is passionately dedicated to providing Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovery patients. Serving North and Northwest NJ and the Pike County area PA; please call 800 882 1117 to reach any of our services. Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 99 Sparta Ave., Newton, NJ, Karen Ann Quinlan Home Health Care, 755 Memorial Parkway, Phillipsburg, NJ and Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 315 West Harford St., Milford, PA. For programs, events, and more information visit www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice staff and volunteers deliver holiday delights to families

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: December 22, 2008
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115 FAX: 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org
WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Cookie TraysPHOTO: Cookie trays are being prepared for delivery by Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice volunteers to hospice patients and their families.

Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice staff and volunteers deliver holiday delights to families.

Newton-December 22th, 2008-The season of giving was sparkling at the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice. Volunteers, hospice supporters, and staff all pitched in and delivered warm Christmas and seasonal cheer to hospice families. Starting on the Monday morning of Dec 8th, the hospice office was the site of the great cookie exchange sponsored every year by the volunteers from Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice and Home Health Care. They braved the 15 degree weather and showed up to prepare hundreds of cookie trays filled with home baked cookies. “These cookies were baked by volunteers, staff, and students from High Point Regional HS. The Girl Scouts also contributed candy bags for distribution. Our volunteers make trays filled with all of the varieties, and prepare them for delivery” Sue Morrow, Volunteer Coordinator explained. “We have been doing this for about 18 years”.

Joan Bono, Beth Sylvester & Cecelia ClaytonPHOTO: L to R Joan Bono of Vernon, she and her husband deliver poinsettias every year for distribution to hospice families, pictured with Beth Sylvester, Clinical Care Nurse, and standing, Cecelia Clayton, Executive Director of the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice.

The next round was a delivery of poinsettias donated by Mr. & Mrs. Bono of Vernon. Every year they donate and drop off fifty of these seasonal floral favorites to be delivered to patients homes. The only thing that could be more jolly were the gingerbread houses hand baked, constructed, and decorated by the students of Veritas Christian Academy High School. The week before Christmas, 80 gingerbread houses were delivered and then distributed to families…just one more little pleasure to help brighten the season of hospice families who are taking care of their loved one in their final days.

“It is always an inspiring event to watch all the volunteers, supporters and staff in action; it helps bring the season’s message to the office.” Roxanne Seigel, Director of Marketing, observed.

Gingerbread HousesPHOTO: Gingerbread houses baked, and prepared by the students of Veritas Christian Academy High School.

The ultimate round of goodies involves the delivering of gift cards and holiday dinners to the families. The cards and food collected by the hospice social service department are donated by hospice staff and volunteers. “I feel privileged to work for an organization that values the dignity of each individual. Especially this time of year our mission to serve all in need regardless of their ability to pay, really brings home how our staff, supporters, and volunteers believe in what they do.” cited Marlina Schetting, Director of Social Services.

And a final gift is from a lady who gives to hospice workers all year round. Mary Alice keeps the energy level up with her special deliveries of seasonal candy in an appropriately decorated basket that sits on the front desk for all to enjoy.

If you are interested in learning more about becoming a hospice volunteer, please contact Sue Morrow at 973-383-0115. There are many opportunities for men and women to participate and classes are held three times a year in different locations throughout Sussex and Warren County, and Pike County PA

“All hospice can do is hope to bring a little holiday joy to families who are going through a difficult time.” Said Cecelia Clayton, Executive Director.

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is passionately dedicated to providing Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovery patients. For Northern NJ and PA, please call 800 882 1117 to reach any of our services. Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 99 Sparta Ave., Newton, NJ, Karen Ann Quinlan Home Health Care, 755 Memorial Parkway, Phillipsburg, NJ and Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 315 West Harford St., Milford, PA. For all programs and events or for more information please visit their web site www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice volunteer receives NJHPCO Hospice Team Award.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: November 19, 2008
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org

WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Cecelia Clayton & VolunteerPHOTO: Nora Bertocci, NJHPCO Board Chairperson presents Richard Clayton from Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice Volunteer of the Year award.

Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice volunteer receives NJHPCO Hospice Team Award.

Newton-November 19, 2008- Richard Clayton, who volunteers for Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice in Newton, was awarded the Volunteer of the Year award at the annual New Jersey Hospice & Palliative Care Organization annual conference held in Eatontown, NJ this past November 12 & 13. At the conference dinner honoring award winners, he was described as a “jack of all trades” by Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice staff and board of directors and “keeps their motor running”. His nominators praised his tireless efforts ranging from physical labor and light bulb changing to his pivotal roles in the recent renovation of the agency’s building.

A former law enforcement officer, he is also a member of the Blue Knights of New Jersey and produces its annual New Year’s Day Chilly-Chili Run (a motorcycle rally fundraiser for the hospice) whose grand prize is a Harley motorcycle. Since 1991 Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice has raffled off a new Harley, selling tickets throughout the year. Each year only 2000 tickets are sold at $20.00 each and are available at the hospice location in Newton, the New Jersey State Fair, and other locations as they become offered. Friends of Hospice rely on Clayton to trailer the bike from location to location. He currently lives with his wife in Sussex County and can be seen arranging tables, carrying items, or selling tickets at most hospice fundraisers or events. “We couldn’t do it without you.”—Friends of Hospice.

For more information on NJHPCO and their activities or information about hospice, please visit their website www.njhospice.org. For more information on the Harley ticket raffle, please visit the hospice website or call them at 973-383-0115, or use their 800 number below.

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is passionately dedicated to providing Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovery patients. For Northern NJ and PA, please call 800 882 1117 to reach any of our services. Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 99 Sparta Ave., Newton, NJ, Karen Ann Quinlan Home Health Care, 755 Memorial Parkway, Phillipsburg, NJ and Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 315 West Harford St., Milford, PA. For all programs and events or for more information please visit their web site www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice provides Blizzard Packs for patients and their families.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: November 18, 2008
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115 FAX: 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org

WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Jenn SmetanaPHOTO: Jennifer Smetana, an intern social worker for Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, Newton NJ preparing the items collected for the Blizzard Packs.

Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice provides Blizzard Packs for patients and their families.

Newton-November 18, 2008- Just in time for winter, but handy to keep all year round are the Blizzard Packs put together by the Social Service team at Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice. Social worker Stephanie Bootsma became aware of a need in patients homes for basic essentials when in crisis, for example if the power goes out or similar unexpected interruptions. Hospice social service team members Director Marlina Schetting and Stephanie Bootsma sought to come up with a plan that would help in advance to put families at ease.

Jennifer Smetana, an intern social worker with hospice since August, began almost immediately to fill the need and worked this fall to get the blizzard pack items either donated or funded. The donations and purchases include emergency provisions such as flashlights, non-electric can openers, hygiene items, energy bars, soups, first aid kits, cozy socks, and more were made by hospice employees, Dr. Tirpack of Sparta Dental Design and Friends of Hospice. Fifty bags were prepared and are now being distributed by the Social Service staff and hospice nursing staff in Sussex, Warren, and Morris Counties, NJ and Pike County, PA.

Smetana was happy to make this one of her first projects with hospice recognizing “when these emergencies happen, families already have enough to think about in taking care of a dying loved one….by providing them with this blizzard pack, it is just one thing less they have to consider. We are happy if they (the packs) help in any small way.”

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is passionately dedicated to providing Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovery patients. For Northern NJ and PA, please call 800 882 1117 to reach any of our services. Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 99 Sparta Ave., Newton, NJ, Karen Ann Quinlan Home Health Care, 755 Memorial Parkway, Phillipsburg, NJ and Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 315 West Harford St., Milford, PA. For all programs and events or for more information please visit their web site www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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Cecelia Clayton, Executive Director of Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, is elected to State Hospice organization’s Board of Directors.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: January 24, 2008
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org

WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Cecelia ClaytonPHOTO: Cecelia Clayton, Executive Director of Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, is elected to State Hospice organization’s Board of Directors.

Cecelia Clayton, Executive Director of Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, is elected to State Hospice organization’s Board of Directors.

Newton NJ-January 24, 2008–Cecelia Clayton, Executive Director of The Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors of The New Jersey Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NJHPCO) for a three term beginning her service in 2008.

The NJHPCO is a nonprofit public service organization that promotes use of hospice and palliative care for end of life. It is comprised of 46 licensed and Medicare-certified New Jersey Hospices, or about 90% of the licensed hospices in New Jersey. The organization serves as a conduit for New Jersey hospices and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.

Clayton, who holds her Masters in Public Health, has served Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice as Executive Director for the past seven years and brings a total of 17 years of Hospice experience and expertise to the 25 member board. The Board of Directors is selected by representatives from member hospices throughout the state. Clayton’s role along with her fellow board members will be to champion hospice concerns and services to the National Hospice Board level and to the NJ Department of Health.

“My goal is to be a powerful advocate in promoting quality end of life care to all those in our state who are in desperate need of hospice services” Clayton revealed. In addition Clayton stated “medical services over the entire spectrum of care are continually being reduced and funds are eroding. We need to insure that those who have contributed all their lives are able to receive what they need during their final months with us”.

The NJHPCO Board of Directors meets quarterly, with their first 2008 meeting to be held February 4, in Trenton. To learn more about NJHPCO” visit their Web site at www.njhospic.org.

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is compassionately dedicated to providing Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovery patients. They are located at 99 Sparta Ave. in Newton and provide Hospice and Bereavement care in Sussex and Warren counties NJ, and Pike County, Pennsylvania. Please stop by or call them at 973-383-0115. Karen Ann Quinlan Home Health care is located at 755 Memorial Parkway, Phillipsburg, NJ- 908-213-9595 and serves Warren County NJ. They may also be reached at 800 882 1117.

For more information please visit their web site www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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Wound Care Management Now at Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice and Home Health Care

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: February 26, 2009
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org

WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Wound Care Management Now at Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice and Home Health Care

February 26, 2009—Newton –Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice and Home Health Care is pleased to announce that Carole Burke RN,BSN,WCC, has completed the Skin and Wound Management Course sponsored by the Wound Care Education Institute. Burke has been a homecare nurse for 18 years, and joined the staff at Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice and Home Health Care in June of 08 where she serves as a home health care case manager.

Utilizing her expertise in wound care treatment expedites the healing process for the homecare patient and for the hospice patient, where the wound may be incurable; her expertise identifies treatment modalities to ease the pain and discomfort.

Wound Care is constantly evolving and more is learned on a regular basis. Patients with the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice and Home Health Care will benefit from her continued interest and knowledge in this ever changing field.

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation provides non profit services that are passionately dedicated to Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovering patients. For any of the foundation’s services, please call 800 882 1117. Hospice and Bereavement care serve Northern NJ and Pike County, PA. Home Health Care is available in Warren County, NJ. For more information on all programs or events please visit their web site www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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New Board officers named for Karen Ann Quinlan Charitable Foundation INC.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: March 3, 2009
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org

WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Julia QuinlanPHOTO: Julia Quinlan, President of The Karen Ann Quinlan Charitable Foundation

New Board officers named for Karen Ann Quinlan Charitable Foundation INC.

March 3, 2009-Newton-The Karen Ann Quinlan Charitable Foundation INC.’s, annual re-organization of the Charitable Board of Directors named new officers for 2009-2010. Julia Quinlan will remain as President and preside over the board. Julia is the mother of Karen Ann Quinlan, and co-founder, along with her late husband, Joseph T. Quinlan, of the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice. The couple started the hospice, located in Newton NJ, in 1980, after their daughter Karen Ann, in 1975, lapsed into a coma and subsequently became the focus of an intense court case. The landmark case resulted in a well-known court ruling that set a precedent for all future cases giving patients and their families the right to live their last stages of life with dignity and respect.

Terry Thompson, President and Chief Operating Officer of Sussex State Bank was named Vice President. Robert Vandenbergh, Senior Executive VP/COO of Lakeland Bankcorp, Oakridge, NJ, remains Secretary. Robert Charlton, CPA, CVA with Nisivoccia & Company LLP has been named as Treasurer. Other members serving on the board are John Quinlan and Dominic Ruggiero (past treasurer).

The Charitable Foundation is entrusted with funds to hold and utilize for the benefit of the Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation and for programs of the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice. A new subcommittee from the Charitable Board has been established to further the development of the charitable funds and board contributions towards future assignments. Serving on the sub-committee will be Julia Quinlan as chair, Bob Vandenbergh, and Dominick Ruggiero.

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is passionately dedicated to providing Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovery patients. For Northern NJ and PA, please call 800 882 1117 to reach any of our services. Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 99 Sparta Ave., Newton, NJ, Karen Ann Quinlan Home Health Care, 755 Memorial Parkway, Phillipsburg, NJ and Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 315 West Harford St., Milford, PA. For all programs and events or for more information please visit their web site www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice names Education Manager

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: March 12, 2009
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org

WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Mary PugliesePHOTO: Mary Pugliese, RN, BSN, CHPN

Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice names Education Manager

Newton-March 12, 2009–Mary Pugliese, RN, BSN, CHPN has been named Quality Improvement Education Manager for Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice. Pugliese will direct the Quality Assurance Program Initiatives (QAPI) which is a Medicare required plan that is carried out throughout the entire hospice organization.

The on going challenge is to track data indicators that will determine effectiveness of service to patients and families in the community. Pugliese will be responsible for seeking new ways to measure and ensure quality within the entire Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice program. She, along with a QAPI committee, will develop and undertake new projects and initiatives based on information that is collected from hospice families. The goal is to optimize patient and family care and to improve all aspects of the hospice experience for the community.

The data collected will be assessed monthly and also per project, and will be seeking opportunities to intervene which will effect improvements. This quality agenda is hospice wide, with all departments including administration, finance and volunteers, expected to produce ways to advance their practice.

Pugliese has been with Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice as a clinical care technician since 2003. She has been working with hospice patients or as a hospice coordinator for twenty years, and also has prior experience as an operating room and surgical head nurse at Roosevelt Hospital, NJ and Cornell University Medical Center, NY. Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice is very pleased to have her talents available to patients, families, and staff.

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is passionately dedicated to providing Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovery patients. For Northern NJ and PA, please call 800 882 1117 to reach any of our services. Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 99 Sparta Ave., Newton, NJ, Karen Ann Quinlan Home Health Care, 755 Memorial Parkway, Phillipsburg, NJ and Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 315 West Harford St., Milford, PA. For all programs and events or for more information please visit their web site www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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National Healthcare Decisions Day Set for April 16, 2009

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: April 2, 2009
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org

WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

National Healthcare Decisions Day Set for April 16, 2009

Newton – April 2, 2009- Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, along with other national, state and community organizations, are leading a massive effort to highlight the importance of advance healthcare decision-making—an effort that has culminated in the formal designation of April 16, 2009 as National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD). As a participating organization, Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice is providing information and tools for the public to talk about their wishes with family, friends and healthcare providers, and execute written advance directives (healthcare power of attorney and living will) in accordance with NJ & PA state laws.

Specifically, on April 16, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice and Home Health Care is welcoming the public throughout the day with free information about advance care planning and advance directive forms at their three locations. These resources will be available at the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice office located at 99 Sparta Ave, Newton, the Karen Ann Quinlan Home Health Care office located at 755 Memorial Parkway, Suite 303A, Phillipsburg, NJ and in PA, 315 West Harford St. Milford

“As a result of National Healthcare Decisions Day, many more people in our community can be expected to have thoughtful conversations about their healthcare decisions and complete reliable advance directives to make their wishes known,” said Dr. Roxanne Debski-Seigel, Director of Marketing and Advancement for Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation. “Fewer families and healthcare providers will have to struggle with making difficult healthcare decisions in the absence of guidance from the patient, and healthcare providers and facilities will be better equipped to address advance healthcare planning issues before a crisis and be better able to honor patient wishes when the time comes to do so.”

For more information about National Healthcare Decision Day, or to download advance directive forms for your state please visit www.nationalhealthcaredecisionsday.org.

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is passionately dedicated to providing Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovery patients. For Northern NJ and PA, please call 800 882 1117 to reach any of their services or for all programs and events and more information please visit their web site. www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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Interfaith Memorial Service May 18th, 7:30 p.m.

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: April 16, 2009
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org
WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Interfaith Memorial Service May 18th, 7:30 p.m.

Washington, NJ –April 16, 2009 – You are personally invited to attend the Joseph T. Quinlan Bereavement Center and the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice Interfaith Memorial Service. This invitation extends to your family and friends to celebrate and commemorate loved ones who have died. The evening promotes comfort and is designed to help you gain strength through remembrance.

The service will be held 7:30 pm on Monday, May 18, 2009 at the Washington Alliance Church Rte. 57 Washington, NJ.

Clergy from the Catholic, Protestant and Jewish faiths, as well as Hospice staff and volunteers, will participate. As part of the service, there will be a candle-lighting ceremony to memorialize loved ones.

If you are interested in attending and having your loved one included in the memorial bulletin, please contact the Joseph T. Quinlan Bereavement Center office at 908-852-8730 or the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice office at 973-383-0115 by May 8, 2009. For more information please ask for Diana Sebzda.

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is passionately dedicated to providing Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovery patients. For Northern NJ and PA, please call 800 882 1117 to reach any of our services. Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 99 Sparta Ave., Newton, NJ, Karen Ann Quinlan Home Health Care, 755 Memorial Parkway, Phillipsburg, NJ and Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 315 West Harford St., Milford, PA. For all programs and events or for more information please visit their web site www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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The Joy of Spring Tulips Distributed to Hospice Patients

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: April 16, 2009
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org

WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Joy of Sping TulipsPHOTO: The joy of Spring Tulips distributed to hospice patients.

The Joy of Spring Tulips Distributed to Hospice Patients

Joanne Calcagne, (pictured L), and her grandson Ayden delivered tulips to Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice to be brought to hospice patients and their families. Also pictured is Cecelia Clayton, Executive Director of Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, (center) and Jodi Butler, (R) president of the Friends of Hospice. The tulips were donated by Silver Lake Farm & Greenhouses 161 Silver Lake Road, Blairstown.

Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice is passionately dedicated to providing care for the terminally ill. For Northern NJ and PA, please call 800 882 1117 or visit website at www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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Third Annual Joseph and Julia Quinlan award presented in Atlantic City Conference

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: June 14, 2009
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org

WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Julia Quinlan & Onajovwe O. Fofah MD

PHOTO: Julia Quinlan presenting third annual Joseph and Julia Quinlan award at the 2009 Rutgers End of Life Conference held in Atlantic City to Onajovwe O. Fofah MD, FAAP. Dr Fofah was trained in Nigeria, his country of birth, and is Board Certified both in Pediatrics and Neonatal/Perinatal Medicine. Dr. Fofah is Assistant Professor/Attending Neonatologist at UMDNJ/New Jersey Medical School, Newark.

Third Annual Joseph and Julia Quinlan award presented in Atlantic City Conference

Atlantic City-June 14, 2009- The State University College of Nursing sponsored its Fourth Annual Conference of the New Jersey End-of-Life and Palliative Care Education Consortium (NJ-ELNEC) on May 18-19th at the Sheraton Hotel, Atlantic City, NJ. The theme this year was “What Is the Future of End of Life and Palliative Care?”

In March of 2006 the First Rutgers Conference of the NJ End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium was held where Julia Quinlan had the distinct honor of being the Keynote Speaker. Julia Quinlan is the Co-Founder and Chairman of the Board of the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, located in Newton NJ.

In 2007, the Rutgers College of Nursing initiated the Joe and Julia Quinlan award.

The award represents recognition of a NJ lay person, professional or volunteer who has made a significant difference in the provision of palliative care and end-of-life care. Julia Quinlan was the first honoree and accepted the award in memory of my beloved husband Joe.

In May, 2009 Julia Quinlan presented this esteemed award to Onajovwe O. Fofah MD, FAAP. of the Circle of Life Palliative Care Program. Dr. Fofah instituted the first Neonatal Palliative Care program in NJ which serves the smallest and most vulnerable of the hospice patient population, and their families. The award acknowledged his skillful insight, unhurried compassion and quiet grace as he serves the patients and their families. He is described as “a humble man that has made a significant difference in the provision of palliative care and end of life care. I felt privileged and proud to present the award to Dr. Fofah.” stated Quinlan.

Mrs. Quinlan continued “The tradition of presenting the award to a worthy individual is very meaningful to me. It serves as a reminder to us all the true meaning of hospice. For almost thirty years the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice has felt it a privilege to share the most precious moments at a most difficult time in the life of patient and family.”

Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is passionately dedicated to providing Hospice care for the terminally ill, Bereavement for those who have lost loved ones and Home Care assistance for recovery patients. For Northern NJ and PA, please call 800 882 1117 to reach any of our services. Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 99 Sparta Ave., Newton, NJ, Karen Ann Quinlan Home Health Care, 755 Memorial Parkway, Phillipsburg, NJ and Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 315 West Harford St., Milford, PA. For all programs and events or for more information please visit their web site www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.

 
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Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice Nurse receives 2009 NJHPCO award.

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DATE: November 17, 2009
CONTACT: Dr. Roxanne Debski- Seigel
Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation
PHONE: 973-383-0115 FAX 973-383-6889
EMAIL: rdebski-seigel@karenannquinlanhospice.org

WEBSITE: www.karenannquinlanhospice.org

Beth Sylvester & Anne Boyle

Beth Sylvester, (L) receiving her award for Nurse of the Year from Anne Boyle, (R), Chairperson of the Board, New Jersey Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, and Director, Hunterdon Hospice (Flemington, NJ). The dinner and conference were held Thursday, November 12, 2009 in Eatontown, NJ.

Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice Nurse receives 2009 NJHPCO award.

Newton, NJ, November 17, 2009—Beth Sylvester, a registered nurse with Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice won the Hospice Nurse of the Year at the recent New Jersey Hospice and Palliative Care Organization’s 30th Annual Conference and Awards Celebration. The festivities were held at the Sheraton Hotel in Eatontown, NJ Thursday, November 12, 2009.

Founded in 1979, New Jersey Hospice and Palliative Care Organization is a nonprofit public service organization that promotes use of hospice and palliative care at the end of life. Their Membership is comprised of approximately 90% of the licensed and Medicare-certified New Jersey Hospices, which makes hospice services available in every community.

Today, they serve over 15,000 patients and families each year and annually sponsor more than a dozen educational offerings for hospice workers. Their programs include retreats and networking sessions for the various hospice disciplines, a statewide volunteer conference, two orientation seminars for new hospice employees, and an annual conference. NJHPCO publishes a weekly online six-page newsletter to hospice directors and NJHPCO program committees include Education, Ethics, Nursing Education, Hospice Sabbath, Reimbursement/Government Relations, Palliative Care and Pediatric End-of-Life Care.

NJHPCO also represents the hospice community to many public policy groups, including the Medical Society of New Jersey, New Jersey State Nurses Association, New Jersey Pain Initiative, the State of New Jersey Advisory Council on Pain Management Policy, the Downstate Hospice Alliance of New York, the Hospice/Veterans Administration Partnership of Greater Philadelphia, and others.

To earn the award, Beth had distinguished herself as a dedicated and innovative member of the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice clinical team for ten years and has been credited with solidifying partnerships with area nursing homes and hospitals, making end-of-life care accessible and responsive to all in need of it in our surrounding area. According to her peers, her skills contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, regulatory compliance and efficiency within Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, all while keeping in the spirit of teamwork.

“Beth Sylvester exudes the heart of hospice care.”— Marlina R. Schetting, MSW, LCSW Director of Social Services, Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice.

Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice is fully accredited by the New Jersey Department of Health as a certified Medicare and Medicaid Hospice, accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Program (CHAP), and a member of the NJ Hospice Organization and the National Hospice Organization. They provide hospice services to residents in Northern NJ, and Pike County, PA with three offices located in Newton, Phillipsburg, NJ and Milford, PA. You may reach them for any information on hospice care by calling 800-882-1117 or visiting their website at www.karenannquinlanhospice.org.