Network: July 2009
Members of the Team
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Mutt and Jeff's 5K Run/Walk |
Glenda Williamson, RN, OCN, patient navigator |
Sentara CarePlex Hospital Auxiliary raised more than $7,500 in the Mutt and Jeff’s 5K Run/Walk event at City Center Oyster Point on March 28 to benefit colon cancer patients in need. The auxiliary handled all of the funds raised in the race, as well as assisted with the event, which drew 164 runners and walkers, aged seven to 70+ years.
A special thanks to Glenda Williamson, RN, OCN, patient navigator, Sentara CarePlex Hospital, who championed the initiative because in her role as patient navigator, she is touched by many colorectal cancer patients who are unable to afford some of their care.
Cancer Crusade "Warrior Dog Tags" were presented to three colorectal cancer survivors, two of whom ran and one who provided her service as one of the race course monitors.
Our appreciation to everyone who assisted with the race, as well as all those who purchased raffle tickets and participated in the auction of the Lance Armstrong signed photo. The event was so well received that many of the runners offered to help with any future events to benefit cancer patients.
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital Auxiliary held the biannual general membership meeting on May 20. The auxiliary presented $63,144 to the hospital for equipment and supplies for the following departments: Outpatient Medical Surgical Unit - bladder scanner, ice and water dispenser and locking medicine cabinet; Guest Services - printer/copier, coffee for the Outpatient Medical Surgical Unit waiting room and a new deaf talk machine; Med. Surgery - maxi move mobile lifter; and Oncology - brochure holders and new lamps for the waiting area. Gifts were also granted for the Chapel, Palliative Care, Volunteer Services, and the ICU waiting room, which will receive $9,500 for a renovation.
The auxiliary has pre-designated $9,000 from the Love Light Tree fundraiser proceeds to benefit the Coastal Cancer Center. The auxiliary is accepting applications for its scholarship program for students who will be going to school to obtain a degree or further their education in the medical field. The auxiliary will award $20,000 in scholarships this year.
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| Jackie Pace |
The Auxiliary to Sentara Hospitals-Norfolk, Inc. is always looking for new energetic volunteers like Jackie Pace, pictured, an auxiliary member who volunteers for the gift shops at both Sentara Leigh Hospital and Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. To find out more about volunteer opportunities at Sentara Leigh Hospital, contact Joyce Abbey at 757-261-6940 and at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, contact Robin Valure at 757-388-3461.
The Volunteer Services departments at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and Sentara Leigh Hospital have been collecting used books and magazines that will be available for patient reading.
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| (L-R) Auxiliary President Barbara Smith, along with board members Gail Allburn and Marie Bond accept the Certificate of Appreciation for the creation of the hospital’s healing garden. |
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center Auxiliary will hold the 27th annual ice cream social in the Wren Yard at the College of William and Mary on July 4, from 4:30 p.m. until 7 p.m. Refreshments include cake, ice cream, hot dogs and drinks. Smith Wade Band will perform and there will be games for children.
Auxiliary appreciation events were held on May 21 with a luncheon and a reception on April 28 at Bruton Parish Hall. On April 22, the auxiliary partnered with the Williamsburg Winery for a fundraiser attended by over 200 people.
The auxiliary is providing $26,500 in scholarships to students who are furthering their studies in health care. Twelve graduating seniors and seven second year college students will receive an additional $1,500 each to continue their studies.
On March 13, the auxiliary was honored with a Certificate of Appreciation for the creation of the hospital’s healing garden at the Williamsburg Area Council of Garden Clubs and James City County co-sponsored Arbor Day ceremony. The council honors those who have made a positive contribution to the quality of the environment through beautification, conservation and service.
Sentara Bayside Hospital/Sentara Princess Anne Auxiliary recently donated $300 to the hospital’s Relay for Life Team. The auxiliary also made “Appreciation Goody Bags” for the hospital staff in recognition of the generous spirit that employees bring to Sentara Bayside Hospital. The auxiliary will award two $2,500 scholarships to graduating public high school seniors who are planning to enter the medical profession.
The auxiliary has started planning projects for 2009-2010 which include fundraisers to support the hospital and community. The gift shop has been very busy. Stop by to check out some of the new items for sale.
Sentara Obici Hospital Auxiliary held its annual volunteer awards banquet on May 21 and presented the hospital $30,000 to purchase the following: a giraffe incubator and Springfield pediatric crib for the nursery and a gynecological stretcher for the Emergency Department.
On April 30, the auxiliary hosted the VAHAV Hampton Roads District Spring Meeting. Representatives from six hospitals in the Hampton Roads district, along with state representatives including Carolyn Johnson, president, VAHAV, attended. The auxiliary welcomes the hospital’s summer junior volunteers. Congratulations to Volunteer Services for receiving 57 applications.
On April 28, the hospital began its Patient Assistant and Liaison (PAL) program. A specially trained group of volunteers provide daily rounding and conduct a patient satisfaction survey to patients within the first 48 hours of their stay. The surveys provide timely feedback to unit managers so they can address patient questions, concerns and comments. The questions are based on the national HCAHPS Survey and are designed to help measure the quality of care the hospital is providing. The surveys also help familiarize patients with the questions they will see when they receive the official survey tool after their stay. When the hospital receives a negative report, the unit manager and patient advocate, Dana Rosa, visit the patient to provide service recovery before the patient has been discharged. The results also provide an opportunity to recognize staff for proving exceptional customer service.