RBC | HopeWest, a leading nonprofit organization committed to providing support and guidance to individuals and families facing grief and loss, is grateful to announce the return of its highly anticipated annual Camp Good Grief. This transformative camp offers a safe and nurturing environment for children and teens in grades[Read More…]
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HopeWest Correction
In the HopeWest ad last week listing “Gifts in Memory,” Russell McClain was misidentified by HopeWest as the recipient of a “Gift in Memory” made by Janice DiMaggio. McClain had completed concrete work for DiMaggio and in lieu of payment, McClain suggested DiMaggio donate to her favorite local nonprofit. She[Read More…]
HopeWest fundraiser success …
Cornhole winners … Decade of Dedication Celebration Courtesy Photo
Boards & Boots cornhole event and a Decade of Dedication Celebration
Philanthropy can come in many forms, and even small acts of generosity can make a big difference. This is the case with the upcoming Boards & Boots fundraiser for palliative care and grief counseling in Rio Blanco County hosted by HopeWest Meeker. Palliative care is a type of care that[Read More…]
Volunteers are the heart of HopeWest
We consider volunteers to be the “heart” of our organization for one simple reason: every day, in ways both great and small, volunteer support allows HopeWest to continue our mission of helping families in our community facing the issues of aging, illness, and grief. Volunteers give their time and energy[Read More…]
HOPEWEST
Mark Schryver, Pioneers Medical Center hospital board president (right), and Dr. Justin Grant, chair of Pioneers Healthcare Foundation (left) presented $18,524 to Diana Jones (center) for HopeWest’s hospice care program. | COURTESY PHOTO
CORNHOLE FOR A GOOD CAUSE …
Cornhole was the game of the day last Saturday at the RBC Fairgrounds during the annual HopeWest fundraiser, which included a cornhole tournament, silent and live auctions. This year’s cornhole tournament attracted more teams, including some professional cornhole players who wrapped up the day’s competition with a point-by-point nailbiter. Following[Read More…]
HAPPY RETIREMENT …
Christy Whitney Borchard (left) enjoyed receiving a blaze orange ‘Meeker Is Uniquer’ t-shirt to commemorate her retirement as HopeWest CEO. Fellow HopeWest retiree Solveig Olson (right) presented the gift at a party last Thursday at Smoking River Brewing Co., where Borchard was celebrated by family, friends and community members. |[Read More…]
Hopewest announces new president and CEO
MEEKER | Cassie Mitchell publicly accepted the reins from Christy Whitney to serve as HopeWest’s second President & CEO at the Black Tie and Boots Gala on June 11, 2022. A native of Kentucky, Cassie Mitchell is a highly regarded and experienced healthcare leader who is well known nationally. She[Read More…]
Mountain Valley Bank begins annual penny drive for HopeWest, MEF
MEEKER I Gather those pennies from those cup holders, ashtrays, junk drawers, sofa cushions, or wherever they’re collecting for a good cause. Between April 11-22, pennies collected at 13 participating local businesses in Meeker will be matched by Mountain Valley Bank (MVB) — up to 100,000 pennies — and donations[Read More…]
Letter: Thanks for retirement party
Dear Editor: Thanks to all for adding to the joy of my retirement with your well wishes, gifts, cards, amazing food and a very memorable retirement party! You made me feel special and appreciated and I’ll always remember your kindness. I also want to thank you for believing in me[Read More…]
RETIREMENT …
Solveig Olson (right) was honored at a retirement party Saturday at Buffalo Hall for her service to HopeWest. She will be replaced by Diana Jones as Program Director for the palliative care organization, which is funded by local donors. | CAITLIN WALKER PHOTO
