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By Hospice of Santa Barbara
Over its nearly 40 year history, Hospice of Santa Barbara has been fortunate to attract outstanding volunteers and supporters. Last year the organization that provides free care for anyone experiencing the impact of life-threatening illness or grieving the death of a loved one honored three incredible individuals who have made a significant difference both to the organization and to the community by advancing compassionate end-of-life care in Santa Barbara, including All Saints’ own Peggy Polsky.
At their inaugural celebration of the 2013 Heroes of Hospice, Peggy received the Volunteer Award. Born in Missouri, Margaret Polsky, affectionately known as Peggy, moved to Santa Barbara in 1946 after serving in the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) during World War II. Members of the WAC were the first women other than nurses to serve within the ranks of the United States Army. In 1973, she read in the paper about Hospice of Santa Barbara, and then promptly attended an advertised meeting. Hospice of Santa Barbara officially opened its doors in 1974, making it the second oldest hospice program in the United States – and Peggy Polsky was there at their first office on State St. For two years, she was an active volunteer worker, and helped create the first office. Hospice of Santa Barbara gradually increased its volunteer corps and moved their offices in 1977. Hospice of Santa Barbara’s history is synonymous with Peggy Polsky.
We are proud to sit side-by-side with this amazing community and parish supporter at the 10 a.m. Sunday service each week. Congratulations Peggy!
