LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Hospice Services of Lake County received its first Star Level donation for its annual Light Up A Life celebration and fundraiser.

On Thursday, Sept. 6, WestAmerica Bank became the first 2012 Light Up A Life corporate sponsor.

Financial Sales Officer Sinda Knight and Regional Vice President of Lisa Kline presented a check for $1,000 to Anja Koot, executive director of Hospice Services of Lake County.

Light Up A Life is Hospice Services of Lake County’s significant annual event that raises funds to support its community benefit programs.

In 2011, Hospice provided more than $50,000 of care to uninsured and underinsured patients.

On an ongoing basis, grief and loss support are offered, both individual and group, to members of the community in need.

Hospice also consults with other healthcare agencies and physicians to help provide the best care to patients.

Additionally, Hospice offers classes in pain management, end of life care, advance directives and other concerns pertaining to end of life issues.

All these services are funded through the financial generosity of Star Level Donors making donations of $500 and above.

The Board of Directors for Hospice Services of Lake County has agreed to designate accumulated reserves to match dollar-for-dollar all star level donations received during this campaign.

Light Up A Life culminates in two tree lighting events that draw the community together in a celebration of love and remembrance of loved ones who have passed.

Lakeport’s tree lighting takes place on Saturday, Nov. 24, at downtown Museum Square immediately following the holiday lighted parade. The Middletown tree lighting is on Saturday, Dec. 8, at 6:30 p.m. in the Middletown Plaza.

For more information about services provided by Hospice Services of Lake County, or how to support the fundraising efforts, or to make a donation please contact Hospice at 707-263-6222.