The Hospice Care program of VNA of Care New England and Mayor Scott Avedisian have extended an open invitation to The Circle of Love & Light and Hospice Tree Lighting Ceremony Monday, Nov. 30, at 6 p.m. 

The event will be held at Warwick City Hall, 3275 Post Road in council chambers. The evening will feature an opportunity to honor lost loved ones through reflection, song, candlelight and remembrance. Claire Bartlett, wife of the late David Bartlett, and mother of the late David Bartlett, Jr., will speak about what hospice care meant to her and her family when both her husband and son were on hospice together. Music will be provided by The Ocean State Women’s Choir.

Guests are asked to park in the rear of the building. For those requiring assistance, the handicapped accessible entrance and elevator are located on the side of the building. There will be a reception featuring light refreshments immediately following the program. 

For more information or to RSVP, contact Susan Green at 921-7626.

Part of Care New England Health System, VNA of Care New England is a non-profit, Medicare and Medicaid certified visiting nurse, home health care and hospice agency, accredited by the Joint Commission. Since 1908, the VNA of Care New England has been a trusted community resource, providing Rhode Islanders with quality health care in their homes. Serving adults and the elderly, the VNA offers a comprehensive line of cardiac, pulmonary, rehabilitative, palliative care and hospice. Employees include registered nurses, physical, occupational and speech therapists, social workers, home health aides, nutritionists, respiratory therapist, medical director, and chaplains. VNA of Care New England affiliate, HealthTouch, Inc., is a private pay, home care agency, dedicated to helping individuals to remain living safely and independently in their homes. To learn more or inquire about receiving home health care services, please contact VNA of Care New England’s Intake Department at 737-6050 or toll-free at 1-800-348-6417.