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Calvary has just published the first-ever spring issue of the Hospital’s planned giving newsletter, Foresight. It contains a comprehensive article about why doing a Will is important for every adult, details about National Healthcare Decisions Day (April 16), and profiles of four donors. Download/View Here (PDF)

Bereavement Support: Helping People Find Peace and Meaning in Life after Loss

March 26, 2019

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Maria Georgopoulos, LMHC, FT Director of Bereavement Services Calvary Hospital When you experience the death of someone significant in your life, you can feel as though your world has spun out of control. You may experience many secondary losses alongside the physical death of the person, such as the loss of hopes and dreams, the…

Why Palliative Care Should Be a Basic Human Right

February 27, 2019

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Death and suffering are an inevitable part of the shared human experience. The desire for dignity, regardless of one’s socioeconomic status, is a common need. Palliative care, when delivered quickly and correctly, can ensure that people receive the comfort and support they need to maintain dignity at the end of life. An estimated 40 million…

Calvary Hospital’s Open House!

February 14, 2019

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Extraordinary hospitals hire extraordinary nurses. Come and see why at Calvary Hospital’s Open House! Wednesday, February 20, 2019, 1-5pm Calvary Hospital 1740 Eastchester Road, Bronx, NY 10461 Enjoy food & refreshments Free on-site parking for participants Learn about our outstanding benefits, top pay, and pension Positions available for: Hospice RN’s (All Areas) Staff RN’s (Bronx…

mHealthIntelligence publishes story featuring Dr. Christopher Comfort

February 12, 2019

mHealthIntelligence just published a story featuring Dr. Christopher Comfort’s expert commentary on the future of telemedicine in palliative care. Dr. Comfort is Medical Director at Calvary Hospital. Here’s the link: https://mhealthintelligence.com/news/telemedicine-extends-palliative-care-to-the-outpatient-setting

Halachic End of Life Care at Calvary Hospital

February 11, 2019

One of the universally most difficult situations to face is having a loved one who is nearing the end of life. Religious practices that are dear to the patient and family can offer comfort and solace. What Is Halachic Care? At Calvary, clinical staff are particularly sensitive to needs of observant Jewish families. Medical and…

Calvary Participates in Historic Torah Scroll Event in New York City

February 7, 2019

Calvary Hospital participated in a remarkable gathering of Torah Scrolls from Memorial Scrolls Trust (MST), many of them more than 100 years old. The reunion – the first-ever reunion of MST Scrolls in New York City — took place at Temple Emanu-El as part of the opening reception for the synagogue’s newest exhibit entitled “The Guiding Hand: Torah Pointers…

New York Chapter Knights of Columbus Hosts Annual Benefit for Calvary Hospital

February 4, 2019

Local Chapter has raised more than $1,145,000 million to date BRONX, NY, February 2019 – On Sunday, February 3, Calvary Hospital hosted 120 people at their 39th annual communion mass and breakfast sponsored by the New York Chapter Knights of Columbus. The Chapter presented a check for $10,000 to Timothy P. Barr, Executive Vice President,…

Calvary Hospital Annual Bereavement Course to be offered March through May 2019

January 23, 2019