Hospice in the News

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: Feb. 19, 2008
Contact: Rosemary J. Collins, Manager, Public Relations
Day, (716) 686-8259; Mobile, (716) 570-2090

HOSPICE BOUQUET SALE WELCOMES SPRING
Largest Community Fundraiser for Hospice Buffalo

Celebrate the arrival of spring and help a great cause with a gorgeous bouquet of fresh flowers during the 22nd Annual Hospice Buffalo Spring Bouquet Sale^TM, March 5-8. Pick up your bouquet at local participating florists, corporations, hospitals and public buildings throughout Erie County. The beautiful mixed bouquets of mums, baby's breath, carnations, other fresh flowers and greens are available for $ 7 each and are sure to put the feeling of spring in the air!

Proceeds from the Spring Bouquet Sale benefit the Hospice Foundation, supporting Hospice Buffalo, Essential Care for Children, and the Life Transitions Center. These agencies serve individuals with serious illness, their families and caregivers through a continuum of care spanning the course of illness and bereavement.

Presented by the Professional Florists of WNY, the Hospice Buffalo Spring Bouquet Sale^TM is the largest fundraiser for the Hospice Foundation. Over 500 community volunteers assist with the sale. Since its inception, the Bouquet Sale has raised $ 2.6 million to support Hospice care for area patients and families.

For more information on bouquet sale locations, go on-line at www.hospicebuffalo.com or call the Hospice Foundation at (716) 686-8090.