Hammond Volunteer Award Ceremony

On October 25th, 2012 Blue Skies Hospice staff and volunteers attended the annual volunteer awards ceremony in Hammond, Indiana, hosted by Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr. The reception united volunteers and rewarded those who serve their community. Blue Skies Hospice is appreciative and grateful to the Mayor for taking the time to acknowledge the important work of volunteers in the city of Hammond.

(From left to right) Arlene Bakota R.N., Volunteer Coordinator Pearl Masciotra, Volunteer Pat DeGan, Volunteer Julie Hancin, Chaplain Buddie Fennie, Director Lisa Guzman (seated)

Blue Skies Hospice Hosts Ice Cream Social at Hammond-Whiting Care Center

On October 7, 2012, Blue Skies Hospice organized and hosted an ice cream social at Hammond-Whiting Care Center. Residents and their families attended the party, enjoyed ice cream, and had a great time. Blue Skies staff was happy to host the event, look forward to hosting more in the future.

Resident enjoys her ice cream sundae.

Residents having a good time

(From left to right) Volunteer coordinator Pearl Masciotra, R.N. Karen Lansdowne, Volunteer Pat DeGan, John DeGan, Volunteer Julie Hancin

Dance On a Dime: Blue Skies Hospice Organizing Prom Fundraiser

Blue Skies Hospice is organizing a prom fundraiser , Dance on a Dime, for 2013. Blue Skies is collecting dresses and accessories to sell at a discounted rate for this school year's prom season.

If you have any used, dry cleaned dresses, accessories, or gently worn shoes in your closet, please donate them to Blue Skies Hospice. Drop off any donations at one of the following locations:

Blues Skies Hospice House
2714 169th Street
Hammond, Indiana 46323

or

Pearl Masciotra
117 Cardinal Ct.
Dyer, Indiana 46311

We appreciate any help. Thank you.