Evergreen Circle
of Friends
You're Invited to Join a Special Circle-
The Evergreen Circle of Friends
The Evergreen Circle of Friends is a special tribute to those who indicate in writing that their estate plan includes provisions to help support Hospice of Lancaster County. To say thank you and give special recognition to people who provide for this compassionate and wonderful gift, Hospice has formed The Evergreen Circle of Friends.
Members of The Evergreen Circle of Friends are invited to an annual event to be held in their honor, receive a special newsletter, and are kept abreast of news about Hospice of Lancaster County.
Planned Giving- a Gift from the Heart
When you provide for Hospice of Lancaster County in your estate plan, you will be leaving a legacy that is more than monetary—it’s a legacy of providing quality hospice care for people in your community. Your estate may also benefit from tax savings, whether your gift is in the form of a bequest, charitable remainder trust, life insurance policy or charitable gift annuity.
How Your Gift Helps Others
Hospice of Lancaster County provides a special combination of care and compassion for patients (and their families, friends and caregivers) who are coping with any life-limiting illness. Hospice professionals offer medical, emotional and spiritual support ensuring optimal comfort, dignity and quality of life. Bereavement support is also available for adults and children to help people during the year following the loss of a loved one.
Many of our services are able to be provided only through the generous community support received from compassionate friends like you.
Confer with Your Trusted Advisor
We encourage you to speak with your attorney, accountant or estate-planning advisor about ways to meet your individual goals while helping to preserve and enhance hospice care for all people living in Lancaster County.
How Do I Become a Member of the Evergreen Circle of Friends?
Q. My estate plan already includes Hospice of Lancaster County as a beneficiary. Can I become a member of The Evergreen Circle of Friends?
A.Yes. Simply complete the registration form below.
Q.My will has been prepared but I would like to include a gift for Hospice of Lancaster County. What is the easiest way?
A.Your attorney can assist you in the preparation of a simple codicil to your will.
Q.My estate is limited but I would like to support Hospice of Lancaster County. Is there a minimum gift level to become a member of The Evergreen Circle of Friends?
A.No, all gifts are welcome as each helps to ensure that hospice services will be available to those in need.
Q.I understand that I need to complete and send the enclosed card to Hospice of Lancaster County to become a member of The Evergreen Circle of Friends. Will this information be kept confidential?
A.Absolutely. Your information will be held in strictest confidence with only your name being used to recognize your generosity. Or if you desire, simply check the box on the card to remain completely anonymous.
Join the Evergreen Circle of Friends
If you have any questions please call Bonnie Jess Lopane, Vice President, Development & Community Relations Hospice of Lancaster County,
685 Good Drive, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125
A copy of our official information may be obtained from the PA Department of State by calling toll free, within PA, 1-800-732-0999.
Click on the "Giving Wisely, Giving Well" brochure on the right for different choices in giving.
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