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| Issue # 37 | September, 2013 |
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 A Word From Our President
I am very proud to announce that Carson Health was recently inspected by Hospital Facilities Accreditation (HFAP). The results are in and Carson Health did an astounding job! The survey was completed over the course of three very busy days. A couple comments we received from the survey team regarding the associates, services Carson Health provides and about our facility included:
"Great patient care-you are providing a great service to this community." "This hospital is clean as a whistle." "I had a great time in OR, you have a great team."
I am very proud of all Carson Health associates
Matt Thompson, MHA, FACHE
President and CEO
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 High Five Amanda!
Amanda Krupp, a Patient Access Specialist at Carson Health was recognized by Robin Cordray, the previous recipient of this award because "Amanda is always making things as convenient as possible for our patients."
Pictured above, Lori Grant, Outpatient Ancillary Manager, Amanda Krupp and Matt Thompson, President and CEO.
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Carson Health Welcomes Back
Sara Worsley, P.A.-C
Sara Worsley, P.A.-C.
has joined Dr. John Osborn and Dr. Doug Poff at Fowler Family Care Center (FFCC) and Lyons Family Care Center (LFCC). "The addition of Sara to our Fowler and Lyons Family Care Centers is wonderful, said Julie Jason, Manager for both Fowler and Lyons Family Care Center." "She is very knowledgeable and caring; she will make our patients feel right at ease."
To schedule an appointment with Sara at the FFCC at (989) -593-2525, located at 11017 W. 3rd St., Fowler, MI 48835.
To schedule an appointment with Sara at the at LFCC at (989)-522-3345, located at 505 E. Bridge St., Lyons, MI 48851.
Click to view full article.
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 Back to School Fun
Carson Health recently attended Ashley Community Schools, Carson City Lower Elementary, Fulton Elementary and the Fellowship Baptist Academy Back to School Open House events.
Over the course of two weeks, Carson Health associates generously donated everything from scissors, glue, coloring crayons, pencils and notebooks, to tissue, hand sanitizer and snacks. This supply drive made it possible for 5-6 students at each school to win a backpack filled with school supplies.
All students who attended the events received a drawstring cinch sack with one or two items to help kick off the school year. Students also received a mega-phone in their school colors to cheer on their team when attending sporting events. "One little girl went racing back to her classroom to place the pencils and erasers she received from her cinch sack in her desk, said Shelly Weaver, Volunteer Services and Marketing Coordinator."
"It is great to see all the students so excited about being back to school," said Traci Gavenda, Principal at Ashley Community Schools. "Having Carson Health at our open house added to the fun."
More than 600 students and their parents received information about immunizations, back to school tips for parents from A-Z, fun ways to encourage their children with homework and an easy to follow two-week healthy lunch menu when packing lunches. They were also given a fun craft idea to complete with their child before school started. "It was such a great surprise to see Carson Health at the open house," said Erin Reynolds, parent at Fulton Elementary. "My son was excited with the goodies."
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September Safety
The transition for students heading back to school after the long summer break is always difficult. As parents, we all begin to worry about the safety of our children. Below are a few common topic to speak with your kids about.
- STRANGER DANGER- Continuously remind your kids the steps they should take if approached by a stranger.
- Be sure they know never to enter the car of a stranger.
- Teach your children to run from a stranger while shouting "HELP" loudly.
- Teach your children if a stranger approaches, find the nearest crossing guard, teacher or neighborhood parent they know.
- SAFE WALKING ROUTE - Walk your children to school as a "practice run". Be sure they know this is the only route they should take to and from school.
- TRAFFIC SAFETY- Teach basic street crossing safety. Instruct your children to always look both ways before stepping off the sidewalk or walking through a parking lot.
- BICYCLE SAFETY Riding bicycles children always need remember to follow stop signs and all other traffic signals. Children should wear a helmet every time they ride their bicycle.
- SCHOOL BUS SAFETY- Teach your children if they have to cross the street in front of the bus, they need to see the bus driver, and the bus driver should always be able to see them.
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Quick Links
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Carson Health Welcomes
Hillary Shemes, D.O.
Hillary Shemes, D.O. joins Dr. David Freestone, Dr. Russell Anderson, Thomas Knight, P.A.-C and Paula Ellsworth, F.N.P.-B.C. at the Ithaca Family Care Center. "We, at the Ithaca Family Care Center are excited to have Dr. Shemes join our practice," remarked Dr. David Freestone.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Shemes at the Ithaca Family Care Center call (989)-875-4166.
Click to learn more about Dr. Shemes.
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 What is 2-1-1?
2-1-1 is a service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is provided in over 180 languages. The equivalent of 9-1-1, 2-1-1 is a health and human service. 2-1-1 can be reached by a landline, wireless or VOIP. This service will provide access to information about nonprofit organizations and government agencies. Everything from employment, training, food pantries, help for an aging parent, healthcare, addiction prevention programs, affordable housing options, support groups and opportunities to volunteer and become active in your community.
Click here for an interactive map of 2-1-1 Call Centers.
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Carson Health Welcomes New Associates
Carson Health would like to extend a warm welcome to the newest associates who joined our hospital family in August. Thank you for choosing us!
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Carson Health Expo, Saturday, October 26, 2013 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Carson City-Crystal East Gymnasium. This is a FREE event with health screenings, wellness information and give-aways.
Save the Date Carson Health will host a Pintrest Workshop Thursday, October 17, 2013 in the Conference Center.
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