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| Volume 4 | Issue 36 | September 8, 2015 |
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| | 1. | Thank a Colleague. Environmental Services Week runs Sunday through Sept. 19. Please be sure to thank your colleagues for the remarkable work they do every day. | | 2. | Mark Your Calendar.
 This Saturday, Sept. 12, is the second annual Speak Up 5k in Richmond to cultivate awareness and understanding for those suffering from teenage depression and anxiety. Bon Secours will sponsor the wellness expo before the race. Learn more. | | 3. |  Keep the Kids Healthy. Students are back in school. Keep them healthy this year with these tips from the Bon Secours Hampton Roads 757 blog. |
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It's Not Too Early to Plan for College
You just sent your little ones back to school, but it's not too soon to think about their future education.
Is your child or grandchild heading to college in a few years? The Bon Secours Family Centers can help you prepare, with free informative workshops coming soon to Richmond and Hampton Roads.
Click here for more information.
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According to the College Board, the average cost of tuition and fees for the 2014-2015 school year was $31,231 at private colleges, $9,139 for state residents at public colleges and $22,958 for out-of-state residents attending public universities.
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 "The College Planning workshop is one of the most informative workshops we offer for our employees and their families. Our speaker helps everyone develop an understanding of what is required for the application process; forms, deadlines, contacts. The differences between in-state and out of state, universities verses colleges, state supported as opposed to private schools, and so much more is explained. Most importantly, he helps with finding scholarships. Everyone should come and bring a friend."
--- Avis Gates
Child Advocate/Teacher Resource Specialist
Bon Secours Virginia
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 Seitz Rides Centuries for 25 Years
Dr. Donald Seitz is gearing up for a racing milestone: next month, he'll be competing for the 25th consecutive year in a century ride.
"It's a goal I set for myself," he said of the 100-mile bike ride. "It helps me stay motivated."
A retired orthopaedic surgeon and former Chair of the Bon Secours Health System Board of Directors, Seitz has found cycling to be a sport that he can do well into his 70s --- and hopefully beyond.
Read more.
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Try a Fall Treat with SimplyFresh
 With cooler weather around the corner, apple season is in full-swing! SimplyFresh is coming out with all new recipes in September. Inspired by executive chefs, these seasonal dishes can be found in any hospital cafeteria across Bon Secours Virginia. Check out this flier for the featured items, including a surprise chef's special.  Want more fresh produce? Check out the attached flier listing all seasonally available products, as well as farmer's markets in both Richmond and Hampton Roads. For a fun weekend activity, visit your local orchard for fresh apple picking with friends and family.
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Blessings to Help Provide
More Good Help
Staff at Bon Secours In Motion receive a blessing to guide their hands to take care of patients at the opening of the new Bon Secours In Motion facility in Suffolk.
In Chesapeake, a ribbon cutting and blessing celebrated the opening of Bon Secours Grassfield Medical Associates.
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Take Control of Your Health
Mary Immaculate Hospital is introducing the HEAL Program, a health education and literacy program designed to combat the issue of low health literacy among people in the community.
Adults learn how to describe symptoms to a doctor, read and understand medical instructions, and to know when to use urgent care versus the emergency department.
"This type of program, offered to the public free of charge, is a tremendous service to the community," wrote the Daily Press in an editorial.
Learn more.
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Learn Active Parenting Skills with Family Focus Kids don't come with instructions. Learn parenting skills at the next session of Active Parenting --- A Parent's Guide to Raising Happy and Successful Children, beginning today at DePaul Medical Center. | |
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 Get in Shape, Refer a Friend Bon Secours In Motion Sports Performance features a referral program for new and existing clients. Refer a friend (BSHSI employee or not) to the Fitness or Sports Performance program and you and your friend will each receive $50 off your month's program cost. For information, call 757-IM-SPORT (757-467-7678). |
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What's going on in our health system? Check out news releases for Hampton Roads, including important information about screenings, and read news coverage including:
Read Richmond news releases and learn more about stories including:
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International Cycling Event
Comes to Richmond
The 2015 UCI Road World Championships are coming to Richmond Sept. 19-27. With 450,000 expected spectators and hundreds of millions via a worldwide TV audience, you won't want to miss this historic community event.
Here are four ways you can enjoy the excitement and fun.
1. Review the daily race schedule.
2. Know where to watch.
Great viewing spots include Libby Hill, the steep hill on 23rd Street and Monument Avenue and fan zones. Bring your camera.
3. Avoid traffic impacts.
There are four different courses and race times vary. Find traffic tips and learn more. In general, roads used during the races will be closed one hour before each day's event and open immediately following the completion of that race.
4. Cycle the race route.
Participate in the Sports Backers' Conquer the Cobbles competition 7-9 p.m. on Sept. 25.
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Flag Football Team Does Us Proud
The Bon Secours In Motion Flag Football team took to the sand once again to compete in the annual East Coast Surfing Championships Aug. 22 and 23. The team, led by Administrative Director Marne Naas, came up just short in the tournament semifinals, but had an awesome time representing Bon Secours and In Motion.
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 Get on the Right
Path with Your Workplace Savings
Learn how to maximize your workplace savings plan for retirement at Fidelity workshops this fall.
Who should attend? Individuals who are not participating in their Bon Secours Savings Plan or those who would like to learn ways to save more.
Click here for dates and locations.
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Prepare Your Savings for Retirement
Learn ways to help boost your savings while you're still at work, and find out steps you can take today as you prepare for your transition into retirement at workshops this fall.
Space is limited to those 50 and older, and you must reserve in advance. You may bring your spouse or a guest. Register online or call: 800-642-7131.
This workshop will be offered on the following dates and locations:
 | Monday, Sept. 21 | 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m | St. Mary's Hospital, Richmond, VA | Hospital Auditorium | | Monday, Oct. 19 | 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | DePaul Medical Center, Norfolk, VA | 4th Floor Solarium | | Thursday, Nov. 5 | 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | St. Francis Medical Center Cancer Center, Midlothian, VA | Cancer Center Conference Room |
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Economic Hardship Dollars
Available for Employees
Bon Secours Health System works closely with local agencies to address issues of homelessness and economic hardship in the communities it serves. This commitment extends to employees as well through Bon Secours Health System Employee Hardship Grants, available to address the needs of eligible Bon Secours employees.
These grants could assist a co-worker facing a challenge in paying his or her rent, utilities, child care or health care; to help someone struggling in response to unanticipated auto or home repairs; or to assist someone who has lost his or her home in a fire or some other unexpected event.
The employee grants are needs-based, and are administered at the local system level. Click here for information on how to apply.
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New Core Skills for the
Bon Secours Workforce
Over the past year, Bon Secours has worked to define new skills, also known as competencies, which all employees should have. These skills, based on our mission, our values, and our commitment to quality and service excellence, will help set Bon Secours apart from other systems. They also focus on our commitment to the community and on strengthening us as a united Bon Secours.
Learn more.
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Hospice House Ready for Patients
 Employees, friends and members of the community gathered last week to bless the new Bon Secours Community Hospice House. Thanks to generous gifts, patients and their families will have a compassionate home for end-of-life care in Central Virginia. Learn more about the Community Hospice House.
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Bon Secours Hampton Roads
Announces New Leaders
Bon Secours Hampton Roads recently announced two promotions. Jacquie Barner, MS, has been promoted to Administrative Director, Operations and Ambulatory Services, for Maryview Medical Center, reporting directly to CEO Joseph Oddis.
Barner joined Bon Secours in 2003 and has held positions of increasing responsibility and leadership accountability. In her new position, she will continue to serve as administrative director of Hampton Roads Radiology and also will be responsible for several ancillary and support departments at Maryview.
Also, Tonya Nafzger, MSN, RN, ONC, was named Administrative Director, Orthopaedics, serving DePaul Medical Center, Mary Immaculate Hospital and Maryview Medical Center. She has more than 10 years of nursing leadership and management experience.
Before joining Bon Secours, Nafzger worked for Fairfield Medical Center in Ohio as its director of Orthopaedic and Bariatric Services.
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