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12 x May 21 — June 3, 2020 x www.SouthwestOrlandoBulletin.comSOUTHWESTSEENCornerstone Hospice teams have been visiting local hospitals,assisted living facilities and nursing homes to express theirappreciation to staff members and support personnel for thepatients and/or residents. Dubbed the Share the Love Tour, thecaravan recently visited the Orlando Health campus in Ocoee,including a stop at the Orlando Health Center for Rehabilitation. #AmericaWorksTogetherSend us your favorite photo — old or new — of youand your dad. (Don't worry, we'll return it!) The bestones, as judged by our editorial staff, will win your dadsome great prizes from area businesses. Even if you don'twin, your picture could appear as an honorable mentionin the Southwest Orlando Bulletin. Don't delay! Allphotos must be received by May 27 for a chance toappear in our June 18 issue.Be sure to include your name, address, phone number, email address, yourdad's name and your dad's neighborhood. Feel free to include any additionalinformation about the photo. You and your dad must reside in SouthwestOrlando. Professional photos will not be considered.Submit online at www.southwestorlandobulletin.comTo submit photos, email lauren@kearneypublishing.com2018 Winner 2019 Winner
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