Pledge
Led by Cap Willey
Inspiration
Tracey Boothman read the poem, The Bridge Builder, a fitting piece for Rotarians which can be seen using the link.
On Zoom
Lew Hassell, Craig Creller, Tracy Boothman, Richard Applebaum, Michaela Hermann, and Holly Applegate
Visitors
Paula Jagemann (on zoom), Katherine Kmon from Swan Point, Dr. Ed Martin, Chief Medical Officer at HopeHealth
Induction
Tom May was inducted as our 18th new member this year.
Announcements
The Environment Committee chair, Tracy Boothman, announced a service project for June 9, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m at the Amtrak Station in Providence. Rotary and student volunteer will be doing plantings. Please let Tracy know you will be attending.
Holly reminded us of the June 30, 2026 installation of officers at the Downtown Marriott. An email was sent to members. An RSVP is requested as we need a count for the Marriott.
Anthony Landi announced a $10K sponsorship from Elaine and Barry Fain for this year’s Gala.
Bill Applegate gave a recap of the happenings from the recent 7950 and 7910 joint District meeting on Martha’s Vineyard.
He announced the Recognition Awards given to our club and rotarians.
Our Unsung Heroes were Sharon Garland and Anthony Hollingshead.
The club received Public Image, and Goals Achievement awards.
And for 35 years or more of Rotary service, the following were recognized: Richard Applebaum, Susan Fabrizzio, Peter Loescher, Maury Ryan, and Cap Willey.
Happy Bucks
- Pete: Award recipients
- Liz: Home repairs completed
- Anthony Landi: Son’s graduation
- Don Saracen: Grandson’s graduation and his #1 screenplay film award
- Jenny Koehler: Daughter Lucy’s graduation from Tulane
- Tom May: NYC trip to Metropolitan Opera for “Turandot” performance
- Pete Peterson: Happy to have Tom May join Rotary
- Sharon Garland: Thank you for the award
- Cap Willey: 4th generation graduation from Syracuse
Speaker
Diana Franchitto, president and CEO of Hope-Health Hospice & Palliative Care, serving Rhode Island and Massachusetts
At HopeHealth, Ms. Franchitto facilitated an academic affiliation to become the major teaching affiliate for hospice and palliative medicine of the Alpert Medical School of Brown University. In addition, Ms. Franchitto established hospice and palliative care partnerships with health care systems, nursing homes, home health agencies in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Dr. Edward Martin, Chief Medical Officer of HopeHospice, explained the difference between palliative and hospice care. Palliative care is the treatment phase. Hospice treats patients in their last months of life.
HopeHealth is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.
Former Rotarians George Babcock and Arthur Robbins were stalwart supports of HopeHealth.
Memorial Day Remembrance
On this day, please take the time to remember our heroes, who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
