Hospitaller Region - Syracuse

The Syracuse area group of the Federal Association has been growing slowly and steadily since the early 1990’s, and there are currently 18 Knights and Dames in the region. Kathleen Mezzalingua was named Regional Hospitaller in 2005, succeeding Dr. Paul Fallon and Dennis Owen. Noreen Falcone has served on the Association’s Board of Directors and as the Hospitaller and Chancellor since 1999. Suzanne Congel and Mr. Owen have served on the Board of Directors.

The centerpiece of the Order’s activity in Syracuse is Malta House, a state-of-the-art residence for the frail elderly in North Syracuse. Joining Malta House is the Sally Coyne Center for Independence, which includes the Federal Association Health Clinic, and a physical therapy center. Completing the complex is Malta Manor, a second assisted living facility for the frail elderly. Knights, Dames, and candidates are also volunteering at the Franciscan Northside Ministry, the Westside Healthcare Clinic, and the Franciscan Northside Ministry Clinic.

Members of the Order (and their families) who are interested in participating in one of these activities should contact the Regional Hospitaller. The phone/fax number is available in Federal Association Directory.

Malta House and Malta Manor: Members plan and attend monthly birthday parties for the residents, and serve and plan the entertainment for holidays. Dr. Falcone visits with a small group of residents weekly for "Tea and Conversation" . Coordinator: Al Falcone

Franciscan Northside Ministry - Members purchase food and serve pancake breakfast to 100 marginalized residents of the Northside community. Coordinator: Kathy Mezzalingua

Franciscan Northside Ministry Clinic - Dr. Michael Fitzgerald, Dr. Paul Fallon, and Dr. Tim Fallon see patients and dispense pharmaceuticals provided by the Order. Coordinator: Mike Fitzgerald

Westside Health Center Clinic - Coordinate the dispensing of pharmaceuticals to neighborhood residents. Coordinator: Margaret Martin