Quarter 3 - The Villages Regional Hospital

The Villages Regional Hospital
Vol 3 - 3rd Quarter • July-September 2015
Auxiliary Foundation
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Auxiliary Foundation
Phase 2 of TVRH North Tower
Expansion Continues
T
he latest expansion of The Villages Regional Hospital
continues at the site on El Camino Real with steel
girders in place on the two-story addition. It will house
a new Advanced Surgery Center comprised of five new
operating suites [bringing the total to 11], as well as new
endoscopy and other medical procedures areas allowing for
more high tech services and equipment.
The long anticipated expansion of the Emergency
Department is also part of this project and will include
16 additional beds which has allowed TVRH to provide a
specially designed area of the ER for geriatric care, meeting
the specific needs of this population and improving patient outcomes.
The second floor area of this expansion is being shelled in for future bed use.
Projected completion date is November, 2015.
Foundation’s Commitment to Nursing Education
H
igh quality patient care requires the presence of a committed nursing workforce that is fully engaged in its work and in a
setting that empowers nurses to provide the care they are educated to provide.
“In light of the predicted nursing shortage, particular attention must be paid to ensuring that our hospital has the required
nursing staff needed to provide care to our patients, so we are pleased that the TVRH Auxiliary Foundation has been able to
award nursing school scholarships for $8,000 this year to four current TVRH team members to further their careers in the
nursing field,” commented Dick Campbell, Executive Director, TVRH Auxiliary Foundation.
David Pruett,
RN
TVRH
Emergency
Department
“Thank you for the kindness
of this wonderful Foundation
to award me this scholarship
as a great encouragement to
continue my education in the
midst of a busy life.”
Patty Altaffer,
Pharmacy
Technician
Fidel
Martinez,
Phlebotomist
Kady Curry,
Inventory
Technician
TVRH
Pharmacy
TVRH
Laboratory
TVRH Supply
Chain
“By awarding me this nursing
scholarship, it gives me the
opportunity to excel in my
future career so that I will be
able to help others achieve
their goals.”
“This nursing scholarship
means so much to me and
allows me to reach my goals
and achieve something that I
have been working very hard
and long to do.”
“Being awarded this scholarship
will greatly impact my future
as I enter the nursing program
to study to become a nurse
practitioner. It has relieved a
huge financial burden from me
and my family.”
The Villages
Regional Hospital
Auxiliary Foundation
1501 N US Highway 441,
Suite 1829
The Villages, FL 32159
352-751-8871
Your Foundation Communication
is a publication of The Villages
Regional Hospital Auxiliary
Foundation. The information
within this publication is designed
to communicate and inform our
supporters. The editorial staff
reserves the right to author, edit,
or deny materials submitted for
inclusion.
This newsletter is dedicated to the
faithful supporters of The Villages
Regional Hospital.
Shari Kumler, editor.
TVRH Foundation Board
Membership
Voting Members
Paul Farineau, Chairman
David Gardner, 1st Vice Chair
Christine Cote, MD
Lou Emmert
Thomas Fross
Betty Greer
Maen Hussein, MD
James Lemon
Amy Reed Pittman
Roy Smith
Jim Smothers
Ex-Officio
Saad Ehtisham
Frank Faust
Diane Harden
Don Henderson
Staff
Richard Campbell,
Executive Director
Bonnie Albion
Milly Barbarite
Barbara Richardson
Deidre Rosemond
Shelly Scarbrough
The Auxiliary Foundation Office
352-751-8871, is located at the
TVRH East Campus across from the
Sharon Morse Center on Hwy 441.
It is staffed Monday through Friday,
8:00 am-4:00 pm.
email: trvhaf@cfhalliance.org
Our Mission Statement
To raise funds and create awareness
of the services which our hospital
provides to maintain and improve
the quality of patient care.
Fundraising Development
Christine Cote, MD, Chairman
Go to our website for more
information.
Message from Our Foundation Chairman
I
am pleased to announce that the TVRH Auxiliary Board has endorsed
and approved the Foundation’s commitment to an educational strategy
to address the shortages of nursing professionals in the healthcare industry
by providing $25,000 in healthcare scholarships starting next year. For
this year, the Foundation Board unanimously voted to award nursing
scholarships to those in the field (see article on Page 1) and to those just entering
Paul Farineau
the field.
Foundation
Chairman
In addition to the $8,000
awarded to those team
members already employed by The Villages
Regional Hospital, the Foundation selected
two high school seniors from The Villages
Charter High School to receive $2,000 each
to pursue their nursing degrees--Chelsie Rae
Bellus, who will be attending the University of
Florida and Jessica Helen Rockey who will be
attending the University of North Florida.
Jessica Helen Rockey & Chelsie Rae Bellus
with Paul Farineau, Foundation Chairman.
These scholarships are an investment in the
future for our hospital and the recipients are
extremely grateful to the Auxiliary Foundation
for providing them with this opportunity.
We are also excited to welcome Shelly Scarbrough to our TVRH Auxiliary Foundation staff. Shelly
has been employed by Central Florida Health Alliance, parent organization of The Villages Regional
Hospital, for the past 17 years.
TVRH selected as “A Great Place to Work”
C
entral Florida Health Alliance [parent company of TVRH] has been chosen as one of 150
great places to work in healthcare in the United States by Becker’s Hospital Review. TVRH
was selected based on workforce-centric awards received, benefits offered, wellness initiatives
and efforts to improve professional development, diversity and inclusion along with work-life
balance and a sense of community and unity among employees.
“Our employees are our most valuable resource and their health, happiness and success is
vitally important in their work lives as they provide care for our patients from Lake, Sumter and
Marion counties,” said Amie Richason, Vice President of Human Resources, CFHA.
New Patient Navigator Role with the Foundation
T
he TVRH Auxiliary Foundation has created the position of Patient Navigator to act as
a liaison between the Royal Palm and Touchstone Society members
and the hospital. Deidre Rosemond has been selected to fill this new role
and help guide and direct the members through the complexities of the
healthcare system. In addition, she will conduct hospital tours of groups of
8 or less. Deidre will also make presentations to clubs and groups in The
Villages and surrounding communities to inform everyone on the latest
improvements in the hospital.
To contract Deidre regarding donations, scheduling a hospital tour, or presentation to your club
or organization, please call her at 352-751-8871. (No walkers or wheelchairs permitted.)
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FRIENDS OF
THE AUXILIARY
FOUNDATION
Who Support Our
Staff and Volunteers
Karen Harkins, the
Thrift Shoppe manager,
with Lady Lake Mayor,
Ruth Kussard
It Took A Whole Year
But We Made It!
T
The Village Twirlers, and
Drum Corps and Vintage
Cars were on hand for the
ribbon cutting.
he Grand Opening of Ye Olde Thrift Shoppe #2
was June 10, 2015. Ribbon Cutting ceremony
was at 9:00 am with a nice crowd of people on hand.
The shoppe was busy all day, but not to worry, they
have plenty more items to fill in the empty spaces!
Creative displays make everything look like a
boutique with spacious walking area.
New drop off station
and work area.
Many people passed through the doors on
opening day, even Executive Director, Dick
Campbell found something of interest.
Ay! Jalisco
Bamboo Bistro Asian Fusion
Billy’s Cafe
blu spoon
Bob Evans
Bravo Pizza
Firehouse Subs
China Buffet
City Fire
Cody’s Roadhouse
First Watch
Gator’s Dockside
Honeybaked Ham Cafe
IHOP Restaurant
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Jim’s Golf Shop
Johnny Rockets
Koyame Asia Express
Luiginos
Margarita Republic
Moe’s
Ollie’s Frozen Custard
Panda Express
R. J. Gators
Sakura Japanese Restaurant
Sam’s St. John’s
Sonic
Subway
Takis
Tierra Del Sol
TooJay’s
For locations go to our website:
www.tvrhfoundation.org
The display vignettes help to show off all the furniture that is now available.
They are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and are located at 106 W. Lady Lake Blvd. just
two blocks south of the CR 466 and US Hwy 441 intersection. For more information call at 352-259-5853.
Mark Your Calendars!
Cycling Expo, Bicycle Challenge,
& Health Fair
Benefitting TVRH Auxiliary Foundation
Friday, November, 13 & Saturday, November 14, 2015
La Hacienda Recreation Center
Details can be found at tvrhfoundation.org Sponsorship
opportunities are still available for this two-day event. Contact
Shelly Scarbrough at the Foundation office at 751-8871
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Looking for a Way You Can Make a
Difference and Give a Little of Your
Time?
The TVRH Auxiliary Foundation has created
an Events Team focused on our fundraising
activities—The Gala, Cruise, Bike Rally—just
to name a few. We not only have fun, but your
efforts help to benefit our hospital. For more
information on volunteering for the Foundation,
call Chris Miller at 352/430-2638 or the
Foundation Office at 352/751-8871.
Become a Partner with TVRH...
… and be Part of a Growing Service to Others
F
ross & Fross Continues to Partner
with TVRH Auxiliary Foundation
Over the past several years, Fross &
Fross Wealth Management have played a
significant role in partnering with the
Auxiliary Foundation to achieve its
mission to raise funds for The Villages
Regional Hospital [TVRH].
Our TVRH
PARTNERING
DONORS
Robert and Thomas Fross
Both Robert and Thomas Fross have been
personally touched by the effects of cancer
when their wife/sister-in-law died at a very
young age from this terrible disease. The
Fross' remarked, "The Villages Regional Hospital's commitment to providing the very best
level of care in Central Florida will undoubtedly affect the lives of almost all of our clients.
The Auxiliary Foundation's strong focus in raising funds for this wonderful hospital is
truly contagious."
"Since we know that 100% of the money donated stays right here in our community
helping our own residents, we think every business and organization should consider
partnering with the Foundation," says Robert and Thomas Fross. "We decided to name
the hospital's Cafe in memory of Amy and others who have suffered with cancer since it is
such a pleasant location overlooking the Tree of Life reminding us of the giving spirit of
so many residents and businesses in America's Friendliest Hometown!"
Besides having their office in The Villages, they also have a home in The Villages and the
Fross' commented, "we truly say TVRH is our hospital and we are honored to support its
mission and vision by partnering with the Auxiliary Foundation www.tvrhfoundation.org."
Rotary Club
of the Villages
New Name for Meditation Garden
We are pleased to announce that the garden
located between The Villages Regional Hospital
and the Sharon Morse Medical Office Center
has now been renamed the Sharon L. Morse
Celebration Garden. It’s not only a place
for respite for our patients, families and team
members, but also is an opportunity for you
to recognize and celebrate someone’s life. The
walkway contains an array of bricks that can
be purchased to celebrate a special anniversary
date, birthday, a great friend or even your
pet. There are 4,000 bricks within the garden
and approximately 1,500 have been purchased, If you are interested, please call the
Foundation office at 352/751-8871.
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INDIVIDUAL SPONSORS
John & Beth Bondurant
Bob Griffin
Dr. Maen Hussein
John & Cynthia Parr Rabley
MaryAnn & Evan Richards
Francis Robacker
Pam & Jim Smothers