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AHCH 2015 Hospice House 5Ks raise nearly $80,000

Auburn & Farmington, ME— Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice’s (AHCH) 7^th Annual Hospice House 5K & Remembrance Walks took place this past May 3^rd on Main Street in Farmington and May 17^th at Central Maine Community College in Auburn.  Between the two events, AHCH had more than 890 people come out to run or walk in memory of their loved ones.  AHCH’s Hospice House 5K & Remembrance Walk also serves to help raise money for patient and family care at their Auburn Hospice House for those with little to no health insurance.  The 2015 events together raised more than $79,900. 

 “I am completely amazed what our Hospice House 5K teams and individuals can do.” States Julie Shackley, AHCH President/CEO.  “For nearly 900 people to come out to run or walk in memory of their loved ones and put such great effort into raising funds to ensure that others receive the same quality end of life care that their friend or family member received is just astounding.  We feel extremely blessed that so many dedicate their time and efforts to our mission.”

 66 teams were formed, ranging everywhere from 2 to 94 members. In addition to the event participants, the Hospice House 5K & Remembrance Walk relies on its 20 Planning Committee Members and 75 day-of volunteers to make the event a success.  Ken Goodwin, Co-Chair for the Auburn Planning Committee said “This event would not happen were it not for the efforts of our many volunteers.  They plan the event year round, are there day-of making sure it runs smoothly and are there after it is over cleaning and doing follow up.  We could not be more thankful for the amazing individuals who so freely give of their time and their talents.”

 The 2016 Hospice House 5K & Remembrance Walks are set for May, dates to be announced at a later time.  Anyone interested in learning more about the event is encouraged to visit the agency’s website at www.HHRunWalk.org.  The 2016 Hospice House 5K Planning Committee is seeking new members, if interested please contact the AHCH Marketing & Development Office at HospiceHouse5K@ahch.org or call (207)795-9469.

 Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice is a nonprofit Medicare-certified agency that provides patient centered care that is meaningful, organized, developed, effective/efficient and has lasting quality. They provide specialized skilled, supportive and hospice services to Maine residents and their families in the comfort of their home and community. In 2005 they opened Maine’s first in-patient hospice facility in Auburn – this year, they are recognizing 10 years of caring and compassion at the Hospice House. In 2014, Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice cared for over 10,200 patients and their families, providing more than 1.2 million in free care to those in need.  For more information on Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice and all of their services, visit their website at www.AHCH.org.