For Immediate Release:
Event Contact: Kathy Bookman, Director of Development, 845.634.4974, kbookman@hospiceofrockland.org
Media Contact: Donna Branca, Director of Marketing & PR, 845.634.4974, dbranca@hospiceofrockland.org
Photo Release: 2014 Swim for Hospice: Jerome and Matthew Olivieri
UHR Seeks Swimmers to Participate in the 5th Annual Swim Across America Event
July 12, 2015 from 7:00 – 10:00 AM at Germonds Park Pool
United Hospice of Rockland (UHR) is seeking individuals to jump in and swim to raise money to support
the fight against cancer. The Swim for Hospice is dedicated to the memory of Marc Holland and is
hosted by the Town of Clarkstown at Germonds Park Pool, 185 Germonds Road, West Nyack on
Sunday July 12, 2015 starting at 7:00 AM. The swim is sponsored by Swim Across America and the
event supports UHR’s mission and the Fight Against Cancer. The Swim Across America event directly
benefits the Children’s Hospital of NY – Presbyterian Medical Center, The Swim Across America and
DeMatteo Research Labs at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, as well as UHR.
Swimmers of all ages are welcome to participate. Swimmers may swim ½ mile, 1 mile or form relay
teams. Teams of friends and family may join as a group, in honor or in memory of a loved one, or just for
fun. Each swimmer receives a T-shirt and a towel. Showers and changing facilities are available at
Germonds Pool and light refreshments will be provided. Check-in starts at 7:00 AM and swimmers are
taken on a first come, first served basis.
For additional information visit: www.swimacrossamerica.org/long_island or contact UHR Director of
Development Kathy Bookman, kbookman@hospiceofrockland.org or 845-634-4974.
Swim Across America, Inc., [SAA] is dedicated and committed to raising money and awareness for
cancer research, prevention, and treatment through swimming-related events. With the support of
hundreds of volunteers countrywide and past and current Olympians, SAA is helping to find a cure for
cancer through athleticism, community outreach, and direct service. Swim Across America began as a
grassroots organization with events developing organically. Now, these events raise hundreds of
thousands of dollars, and money raised is still given to local beneficiaries, which happen to be some of
the greatest in the world. SAA has expanded nationwide and brings events to the entire country, from
coast to coast. The SAA community is comprised of swimmers, parents, sons and daughters, teachers,
friends, coaches, and the well-meaning. Many of the most devoted supporters are not swimmers, but still
honor family and friends by donating, volunteering, or helping to raise money to make a difference.
When time matters most, United Hospice of Rockland (UHR) provides care, comfort and improved quality
of life to individuals affected by serious illness and offers compassionate support to families and members
of the community. Founded in 1988, United Hospice of Rockland is accredited by the Joint Commission
on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and meets the Standards for Charity Accountability of the
Better Business Bureau, Inc. In addition, UHR received a fifth consecutive 4-star rating from Charity
Navigator. UHR's mission is to enable patients with advanced illnesses to live in comfort, with dignity, and
surrounded by those they love. For more information, call 845.634.4974; write to United Hospice of
Rockland, 11 Stokum Lane, New City, NY 10956, visit www.hospiceofrockland.org, Like Us on
Facebook at www.facebook.com/whentimemattersmost, or Follow Us on Twitter @RocklandHospice.
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