2013 annual report
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2013 annual report
2013 ANNUAL REPORT MISSION To support healthcare and healthy lifestyles in the communities we serve. VISION To be the leader in health-related philanthropy. VA LU E S Excellence: show exceptional stewardship in all matters by acting with honesty and integrity. Collaboration: work in concert with donors, communities and healthcare providers. Commitment: dedicate ourselves to developing resources to achieve our mission. Compassion: be sensitive to the health issues and needs of the communities we serve. origami The goal of this art is to transform a flat sheet of paper into a finished sculpture through folding and sculpting techniques (Wikipedia) trans·form verb \tran(t)s-ˈ‘fȯrm\ : to change (something) completely and usually in a good way (Webster) Dear Friends, We present to you, with gratitude for your support, our Annual Report, gathering some of the many transformational stories to share with you. Within this report, you will read a sample of how your gifts help transform lives, fulfilling our mission to support healthcare and healthy lifestyles in the communities we serve. We want to give you assurance that your gift makes an impact, that 100% of your gift stays local and that 100% of your gift is spent for the purpose intended. It improves health and health education. It assists IU Health La Porte Hospital and IU Health Starke Hospital deliver quality healthcare. Your gift assists patients. Your gift makes people’s lives better. Your gift transforms lives. THANK YOU! Our best wishes for a healthy year! Maria Fruth Executive Vice President/ Chief Operating Officer La Porte Hospital Foundation Mark Kosior Chairperson, Board of Directors La Porte Hospital Foundation 1007 Lincolnway, P.O. Box 250, La Porte, IN 46352 | T 219.326.2471 iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 1 SPINNING CIRCLES AROUND TransformATION A healing mission, the will to persevere and people investing in each other – the perfect formula for a transformation of lives across our communities. 2 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report It’s very exciting to be able to offer a medical-based program that helps people transition into a wellness membership. —Becky Alwood-Wallace, assistant director of Wellness and Rehabilitation (Tour de La Porte is a two-day Watchers® group at The Crossing to region. It’s very exciting to be able walking, biking and running event. “fix” her diet, and Roberta began to to offer that kind of medical-based Visit tourdelaporte.org for more see results. program and then to help people information!) stay well and transition into a wellThe new layout at The Crossing ness membership,” Becky said. The will to persevere—that’s A key section of the transformation makes it extremely easy for Roberta Hartz, a wellness client was the spin bike center with 11 Roberta and others to complete All clients whether they are in at The Crossing who defied the new bikes and an audio their workouts. “The thought Rehabilitation or are wellness odds. And people investing in each component, and the athletic behind the equipment and how it members, receive a bi-annual other—that is every single member trainers are now working on is placed is really great. Throw in the assessment that provides a more of The Foundation who generously developing a virtual spin class. fact that there are showers there, complete health picture, including shares time, talent and resources and it’s amazing,” Roberta said. blood pressure, lipid profile, body Roberta says adding spinning to “I have it down to a science. The mass index and other screenings. her routine has taught her a thing routine works for me, and I enjoy This way, the wellness and rehab This particular transformation or two about transformation. Since being able to get in, get out and professionals can help direct clients has begun at The Crossing, which switching from her former cardio have the rest of my day.” to the most appropriate level of houses the largest Wellness and routine – based on a treadmill and Rehabilitation Department elliptical machine - to the center’s Becky Alwood-Wallace, assistant illness or injury. It is a lot different of IU Health La Porte Hospital. new bikes, she has lowered her director of Wellness and from simply walking into a gym to cholesterol about 100 points and is Rehabilitation for the system, said exercise and sets the program apart down to about 22 percent body fat. other new equipment like the from others. toward a healthier community. After reviewing the Wellness and Rehab Department’s carefully activity and help them prevent an pulley- based strength training crafted plan to make an impact on At 61, Roberta is no stranger to helps people who have transitioned the health of the community, fitness. In fact, she has been from physical therapy into the gym The Foundation honored the working out at The Crossing, which setting get back to their activities department’s wish list of about is open to the public, for several of daily living. One man used the $86,000 for the purchase of years. But when her cholesterol pulley system to practice his highly-advanced exercise levels just wouldn’t budge, Roberta leaf-raking motions, and others equipment and remodeling at turned to the Wellness Specialist, have used it as if they were shoot- The Crossing. The department was who had become her trusted ing a basketball. then able to reconfigure the floor advocate for help. plan there to integrate the once The integration of wellness and segregated Wellness and “Sunny (Zaremba) told me that rehabilitation is captured in one Rehabilitation departments into a I actually wasn’t eating enough. clever tagline: From Total Knee more functional space. As a result, My body was burning more than Arthroplasty to Tour de La Porte. The Crossing now serves as the I was taking in, and it was holding official Tour de La Porte Training on to everything, like in starvation “That means we can effectively Zone, where the community can mode,” Roberta said. “Here, you help someone who has had a total safely train year round to have such a wonderful staff to keep knee replacement recover, train and participate in one of The you educated and motivated.” She ultimately participate in the highest Foundation’s annual events. and a few others joined the Weight profile community event in the iuhealth.org/laporte/foundation iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 3 My dream is to graduate from college. I am very glad that part of the scholarship means I have an opportunity to work at IU Health La Porte Hospital when I graduate. My family lives in La Porte and I would like to be close to them, and serve the community. — Diana Salgado, recipient of The IU Health La Porte Hospital Foundation’s first Bilingual Award to a multilingual student pursuing a career in healthcare. Teeing Off for Transformation While golfers at the 25th annual Foundation golf tournament were teeing off for a sunny day of fun and philanthropy, an Indiana University South Bend student readied for a difficult semester and dreamed of a future in healthcare. Her dream is coming true, thanks to the hundreds of golfers and supporters who since 1983 have come together to fund healthcare scholarships for students living in the communities serviced by Indiana University Health La Porte and Starke hospitals. 4 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report 2013 FOUNDATION RECIPIENTS: ELIZABETH AND EUGENE SIEFKER SCHOLARSHIP: Hrefna Czaja, Western Carolina University Masters Speech Language Pathology RICHARD M. SISSON SCHOLARSHIP: Candace Jongkind, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis Bachelor of Science in Nursing WALTER HRANKAJ SCHOLARSHIP: Jenna Burke, University of St. Francis Bachelor of Science in Nursing BILINGUAL AWARD: Diana Salgado, Indiana University South Bend Bachelor of Science in Nursing A field of 144 golfers and countless volunteers came out on June 13 at Briar Leaf Golf Club in La Porte for the annual golf tournament. Event proceeds totaled more than $40,000 to help fund healthcare scholarships for the communities served by IU Health La Porte and Starke hospitals. Since 1983, 268 local students pursuing healthcare degrees have been awarded more than $538,250. “The Foundation’s golf tournament has continued to positively impact local students to achieve their education goals for the past 25 years due to the hard work of our committee, chaired by Board Member Carl Savich,” said Maria Fruth, Foundation executive vice president and chief operation officer. “On behalf of The Foundation, we truly appreciate the involvement of the many companies, community members and Briar Leaf Golf Club for their underwriting and participation. We also want to thank the Scott Siefker family and the Robert Sisson family for their continued support of our scholarship program.” KEPLER AWARD: Rachel Macias, Indiana University School of Medicine Doctor of Medicine (third year) RUMELY AWARD: Tonya Mostello, Purdue University North Central Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Paige Norris, Ivy Tech Community College Associate of Science in Nursing 2013 FOUNDATION RECIPIENTS: Kaitlyn Betz, Valparaiso University Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Kellsie Emerick, University of Evansville Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training; Heather Horne, Purdue University North Central Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Karen Mizer, Ivy Tech Community College Associates of Science in Nursing; Callie Nowak, Purdue University Bachelor of Science in Public Health Promotion; Marci Ruwersma, Grand Canyon University Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Anna Salyer, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science; Andrew Taschler, Butler University Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy; Katie Willis, Southwestern Michigan College Bachelor of Science in Nursing MAGNUSON SCHOLARSHIP: Mary Drewes, Indiana Wesleyan Masters of Business in Executive Leadership; Jeana Smith, Purdue University Calumet Bachelor of Science in Nursing Diana Salgado, eighteen, came to the US “I wanted to be a nurse, but then as I searched Diana feels like her life is being transformed with her family seven years ago from Mexico for more knowledge, I found that healthcare from a shy student who didn’t enjoy school, with a dream. Her mom was a nurse in Mexico, includes many other fields. I am very interested to a knowledge-seeking life-long learner who so Diana felt a calling to healthcare. in radiology, the study that allows me to see loves the classroom. She just didn’t know how to make it happen inside the body. This scholarship makes it financially. Diana is the recipient of The IU possible for me to keep studying, so I do not “I like to be in the classroom more than taking Health La Porte Hospital Foundation’s first have to take a year off and work before going courses over the internet because the learning is Bilingual Award to a multilingual student back to school,” Diana said. She also is grateful easier. The curriculum is very difficult but I know pursuing a career in healthcare. The award as the scholarship helps take some of the I can make it. Math and medical terminology are has allowed Diana to honor her family as the financial burden off her parents, who are also my favorite areas to study.” first to graduate from college and provide raising a six-year-old brother and a 16-year- for a healthy future for herself and her family. old sister. iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 5 When you live that life – when someone is in need, you help them – it becomes part of what you do every day. And the fact that it makes your community a better place is the residual effect. — Marcia Morris, 2013 Honorary Life Member La Porte Hospital Foundation HONORARY LIFE MEMBERS Transform LIVES 6 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report In giving, you shall receive Volunteering is the best way to transform your community, and yourself, from good to great. — Marcia Morris While being informed that she was The people of La Porte Hospital doors to meet new people and being named an Honorary Life have become an extended family, learn new things. The hospital Member of the La Porte Hospital and I’m very fortunate to work with auxiliary is a great place to start. Foundation, Marcia Morris humbly them,” Marcia said. There are a wide variety of agreed to share her story with one volunteer opportunities, you make thought it mind: perhaps it will Marcia and her family also became your own hours, and you do what help others. active in The Presbyterian Church of you can. It’s very easy and I think La Porte, where her work with the people would be surprised at how Even more remarkable is that AIDS Ministry has resonated deeply rewarding it really is.” Marcia is very matter-of-fact about with her over the years. Honorary Life Memberships in the La Porte Hospital Foundation are bestowed sparingly as you can see from the list of Life Members below. They are given to those who unselfishly make noteworthy contributions to The Foundation. Throughout the years, as her her hobbies that don’t include husband transitioned from hospital helping others. But a couple include Marcia grew up in a small farming CEO to Mayor of La Porte and then her cherished times with the book RECOGNIZING OUR HONORARY LIFE MEMBERS town where the concepts of into other civic and philanthropic club, participating in the hand bell 1978-2013 community, helping others, and positions, Marcia continued to keep choir at church, spending time with service were ingrained in her at an healthcare close to her heart. She her children and grandchildren and early age. She grew up watching has been advocate and caregiver traveling with her husband. her parents, who were always for friends with cancer, helping giving back. them navigate the system and “I’m living a very good life. Leigh get through their daily lives after and I have always said that we are Marcia moved to La Porte in 1978 diagnosis. Marcia also regularly put here on this earth and maybe from Huntington, Ind., with her volunteers at the IU Health it’s good to pay a little rent. I’m husband, Leigh Morris, when he Community Health Center, assists fortunate to be rewarded in took the position of President and with keeping IU Health Family immeasurable ways.” CEO of La Porte Hospital. A nurse by Chapel decorated and beautiful. her entire life of service to others. “It’s just what you do,” she said. Marcia had a difficult time naming education, Marcia was no stranger Marcia is a wonderful example to healthcare and immediately Since joining the auxiliary in 1978, of one who has unselfishly began to carve a place for her Marcia has held nearly every contributed to support her civic-minded family in La Porte. auxiliary board position, chaired community through The the Wishing Well Gift Shop Foundation. As a member since “I didn’t want to work as a nurse committee, and provided 1979, Leigh and Marcia have been where my husband was CEO, so I guidance on outreach services. longtime supporters of The took time to raise our children Since 2009, she has chaired the Foundation. Together they and began volunteering in the auxiliary’s philanthropy committee spearheaded the creation of the community in various ways,” Marcia and was president of the auxiliary Endowment to support the La Porte said. Leigh’s 21-year tenure lead- from 2001-2003 and again in 2010. Hospital Family Chapel. Marcia has ing La Porte Hospital gave Marcia shared 19,529 hours as a volunteer plenty of time to become involved. “There are still so many people through La Porte Hospital’s “The kids and I did Meals on Wheels who sit at home without social Volunteer Service program. together, and, of course, I became or community interaction. involved with the hospital auxiliary. Volunteering opens up so many M. Barbara Backer, MD Benjamin H. Bortz, Jr + Gene W. Burrows Ruby V. Dunfee + Charles T. Dye + James W. Fleming + Keith H. Jones + Robert W. Kepler, MD + John Klassen + Dr. Ross & Sue Lawrence Lillian R. Magnuson + David & Mary Ellen McCain Leigh E. Morris Marcia Morris Hester J. W. Muller, MD Dr. Seth & Rose Philbrook Linda Satkoski Charles B. Shapiro + C. Jack & Betty Trickler + deceased iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 7 TransformING WISHES TO REALITY Time is money. Except with the La Porte Hospital Auxiliary, whose members give so generously of it that time can only mean one thing: the opportunity to transform a life for the better. Whether Auxiliary members are volunteering inside the hospital, hosting a fundraiser or sharing their resources and talents for special projects, one thing remains true: the group embodies the mission of making a positive difference in IU Health La Porte Hospital and our community. 8 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report A GLIMPSE AT STRATEGIC INVESTMENTS MADE WITH AUXILIARY PHILANTHROPIC GIFTS Fiber Optic Laryngoscope System $13,000 This highly advanced equipment used in surgery produces magnified high-definition images to aid anesthesiologists while preparing patients for surgery. Microsoft Xbox and Kinect System $1,000 When used in Playtime Pediatric Rehabilitation, the Xbox and Kinect gaming system maximizes the therapeutic value of physical, occupational and speech therapies provided to children by helping them engage in play that has a medically-based benefit. Behavioral Health Educational Materials $900 Writing and creating art has proven to be therapeutic for patients. Personal journals, painting supplies and specialized educational videos for patients with depression help individuals on their transformational journeys to wellness – body, mind and spirit. 2013 Auxiliary Board Officers Back (L to R): Marcia Morris, Bernita Liberatore, Carol Taylor, Marjorie Weber, Nancy Dipert, Ann McDermott Front (L to R): Nancy Batten, Robert Burns, Ed Gondeck, Ed Weber, Mary Grott I believe that we are not just a hospital gift shop; we have become a destination for awesome gifts and accessories. —Angie Prast Most recently the Auxiliary has commissioned a add more to the warm and inviting look to transformation of its own, overseeing a redesign their shop. of the Wishing Well Gift Shop. It’s called the Wishing Well for a reason. Charitable revenues raised through purchases at the shop Changes inside the shop will include replacing are used to fund hospital department “Wish List” “The Auxiliary would like to see the Wishing Well some glass shelving with wood display cases, items, such as surgical equipment and Gift Shop transform from a hospital-based store transforming the flow and feel of the store and educational literature. In fact, several Auxiliary into a unique, distinctive destination store – the bringing a boutique style to match such new sales events, including jewelry, chocolate and go-to place in the community for a unique products as Milkhouse candles, Carson wind book sales, contributed to the $24,300 gift the special occasion gift,” said Amy Newman, chimes, Aromatique and Caren lotions. Top sellers group provided to IU Health La Porte Hospital in Director of Volunteers Services for Indiana include jewelry and all types of scarves and 2013 for wish list items and $15, 750 in scholar- University Health La Porte Hospital. candles, making the Wishing Well Gift Shop ships for those seeking healthcare degrees. the perfect place to go to accessorize every Customers have already begun to notice a occasion or outfit. familiar retail flair within the shop, thanks to “Such gifts help the staff of IU Health La Porte Hospital take care of our community to keep us as merchandise buyer Angie Bernacchi Prast, who “We have already started to make some minor healthy as possible. That’s what the Auxiliary is all stocks the Wishing Well Gift Shop with new changes, but 2014 is when the community can about,” said Marcia Morris, Auxiliary member and items weekly. Angie plans to help the Auxiliary expect to see a real face lift inside,” Amy said. chairperson of the Philanthropic Committee. iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 9 Pictured left to right: Molly, Heather, Anna and Craig Menne At any stage in life, we all want to feel connected to something. It’s nice to be a member, to belong. Imagine what good can come when in membership you help transform your own life, your community and even the health and well-being of others. It’s possible even a little at a time. Two La Porte families are proof. Dr. Seth and Rose Philbrook settled in La Porte by accident in the late 1940s and have been charter members of The Foundation since 1978. Craig and Heather Menne made a conscious decision to return to La Porte after launching their careers in another city and have been Foundation members for a few years. Both families are great examples of the rewards that come from giving. The Foundation and IU Health La Porte Hospital are vital stakeholders in making sure we have high quality healthcare. “We are members because it’s a privilege, not because we have to,” said Rose Philbrook from her La Porte home of 56 years. “ Seth and I heard of La Porte when doctors tried to recruit him here during his residency. We were on our way to Ohio, but we thought we would stop in La Porte on the way. Well, the rest is history, as they say.” The Philbrooks were named Honorary Life Members of The Foundation in 2006 — Craig Menne TransformING LIVES THROUGH MEMBERSHIP Vibrant Connections and Lifelong Memberships 10 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report The one thing that resonates with our family when we think of IU Health La Porte Hospital and The Foundation is trust... It’s nice to know that we’re in good hands. — Rose Philbrook for their countless efforts and gifts made toward improving the health of others. It is through these contributions that they have been able to watch their community grow and become healthier. “La Porte Hospital is a wonderful place, and they do wonderful things. While volunteering at a Foundation fundraiser about 12 years ago, I had a heart attack. You better believe the place Seth took me was (IU Health) La Porte Hospital,” Rose said. “This community is a better place because of the hospital.” Rose said one of the transforming moments for her was watching Holy Family Hospital and Fairview Hospital combine in 1966 to form La Porte Hospital. “We knew something great would come of healthcare in this town, and we wanted to be part of it,” Rose said. Heather Menne knows a little bit about the rich history of this endeavor. Her grandfather, Ben Bortz, led the campaign that raised more than $3.5 million to build a new La Porte Hospital in 1972. “Obviously my grandpa’s work contributes to why we are members of The Foundation, but for us it’s more than that,” Heather said. Her husband, Craig, President of General Insurance Services, said, “It’s about making the community a better place.” “The most elemental part of it is that, having a family, we want to raise them in a community that is vibrant; we know that it’s critical to have a health system with the highest quality of care available for that to happen,” Craig said. “Both of our daughters were born at IU Health La Porte Hospital. While we understand our contributions may be small, we have seen The Foundation grow them,” he said. “There are a wide variety of worthy causes to consider when you want to be connected, but The Foundation is so well run that We are members because it’s a privilege, not because we have to. — Rose Philbrook we feel this is where we need to be to have the most impact in transforming lives,” he said. Rose said one thing that resonates with her family when they think of IU Health La Porte Hospital and The Foundation is trust. “It’s nice to know that we’re in good hands,” she said. to us,” Rose said. “We have been blessed with a wonderful life – 4 children, 10 grandchildren –and we have worked very hard to make an example for them. Our rewards are hearing the wonderful stories of people who have been cared for at the hospital,” Rose said. Membership in The Foundation provides that sense of belonging and connection but also provides the feeling of well-being that comes from doing something good. Heather said she and Craig are proud to raise their daughters in their hometown of La Porte and are also proud to give back to the community through The Foundation. Of her daughters Heather said, “It’s our hope that giving doesn’t become something they do, but part of who they are.” “We are very active in the Methodist Church, so being part of something greater is not new Join us in transforming the health of our community! Use the envelope enclosed in this Annual Report and become a Foundation member today! iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 11 Most noticeably with artists, we see how a person’s good works can continue to grace the earth long after they are gone. Today, we recognize this quality in Mrs. Eunice Dahl Wright. Her artistic outlet was understanding the power of an endowment, and her canvas will continue to be La Porte and surrounding communities for years to come. Eunice lived a quiet but remarkable life, helping to transform a local business from humble beginnings to exceptional success. Born in 1924, Eunice lived in La Porte until she married Doane F. Wright, and they lived on their Hanna farm for many years until returning to live in La Porte. Growing up, Eunice and her 2 sisters often shirked the traditional dolls for paper and pen, and she understood at an early age the importance of mathematics and how a dollar could grow. After graduating from high school, Eunice became a part time accountant at the La Porte County Farm Bureau Co-op and retired 50 years later as controller, overseeing 7 satellite offices. After Doane’s passing in 1991 and even in retirement, she stayed on part time to assist with the fine details of the transition. Eunice Pictured left to right: Eunice and Doane Wright passed away in 2012. TransformATIONAL GIVING a Lasting Legacy 12 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report Today, the Wrights continue to serve their beloved community with a lasting Dear Friends, gift bestowed upon The Foundation Endowment Fund. “We are honored to have been considered in Mr. and Mrs. Wright’s planned There are many gifts that may last a lifetime but very few continue giving. We are grateful to Eunice and Doane for bestowing this gift to to affect change long beyond a lifetime. These are the gifts that The Foundation, which will filter into the community they loved and help enhance the availability of healthcare for future generations,” remain to transform lives for years to come. One of the greatest said Kristina Jacobucci, Chair of The Foundation Planned Giving and forms of charity is to remember the individuals and philanthropies Endowment Committee. that are close to our hearts through planned giving. Eunice and The Wright’s gift will continue to act out their wishes for a healthier Doane Wright are examples of selfless generosity that will continue community by contributing to the growth of The Foundation’s endowment. to affect lives for future generations. They chose to contribute to a Just as Eunice helped transform a small business, she will continue to grow positive effort towards healthy lives in their community. Their gift and nurture the health of individuals every day who benefit from the healthcare services and programs supported by The Foundation. That is a gift that truly keeps on giving. The Cornerstone Society recognizes people who have decided to enhance the future availability of healthcare in our community by including the La Porte will enable The Foundation to further its mission of promoting excellent healthcare. The Planned Giving Committee would like to sincerely thank Eunice and Doane, their family and the individuals that are part of the La Porte Foundation Cornerstone Society for their support. With humble gratitude, we will ensure that their bequests will be honored through The Foundations’ various efforts — whether that is through the scholarships it awards, the healthrelated programs Hospital Foundation in their wills or other and services it funds yearly, or any other of its positive endeavors. deferred gifts in their estate planning. With all the things that are on our minds, our estate is not always at the forefront. But that does not diminish the importance of these If you are interested in learning more about the Cornerstone Society or if you would like to inform The Foundation of your plans, please contact Maria Fruth, Executive Vice President/ Chief Operating Officer of the La Porte Hospital Foundation at 219.326.2471 or e-mail mfruth@iuhealth.org. Shirley Bortz Clifford E. and Laura L. Bryan Gene W. and Marilyn M. Burrows Gregory A. and Maria V. Fruth Jonathan R. and Theresa L. Goble William S. and Constance C. Kaminski Arthur F. and Carol S. Kemp Alan and Kathleen Lang David and Mary Ellen McCain Marcia R. and Leigh E. Morris Hester J.W. Muller, MD Dr. Seth and Rose Philbrook Elizabeth S. Siefker Thor & Lori Thordarson Sandra Marks Tonsoni C. Jack and Betty Trickler Randall C. and Karen S. Yust considerations and we should take time to remember the goals we wish to further well into the future. —Safia Ali, Foundation Board Member and Planned Giving Committee Member iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 13 I Pictured left to right: Erin Johnson, Chris Gesse and Jordan Winters TransformING YOUNG LIVES From Shy to Fly in the Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM 14 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report I learned a lot of information I need to know so that when I get older, I can keep making the right choices. — Jordan Winters When Prairie View Elementary School students Erin Johnson and Jordan Winters attended their first Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM program last year as 4th graders, both admitted they were shy and a little apprehensive. Today the young ladies, ages 10 and 11 respectively, are outgoing and quite outspoken about how Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM has helped transform their lives. health and wellness practices and continues throughout the school year with modules on Bullying, Nutrition, Exercise and Heart Health, Dental Hygiene, Self Esteem and Hygiene, Tobacco Awareness and Summer Safety. “I learned a lot of information I need to know so that when I get older, I can keep making the right choices,” Jordan said. “I am not afraid to raise my hand anymore in class because if I get it wrong, it’s OK. Nobody’s perfect and we all get things wrong sometimes.” Danielle Kessler is the Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM coach and wellness specialist with Indiana University Health La Porte Hospital. “Children at this age have an inspiring drive to learn and succeed. It’s our job as a whole to cultivate that, and I feel really fortunate to be able to bring these lessons to them and see that they remember and use them every day,” Danielle said. “My grandpa in Pennsylvania cut down on his smoking a lot after I explained the dangers to him,” Erin said, adding that she intends to try to help him kick the habit all together. The Foundation launched the Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM pilot program in 2008. It has grown to a full-blown health and wellness initiative incorporated into the curriculum in 19 schools within La Porte and Starke counties. Averaging 1,200 students yearly, this program starts with an assessment of 4th graders’ knowledge of A post assessment helps capture how well the information was retained. Jordan, who has an artistic flair and wants to be an interior designer when she gets older, enjoyed the cookbooks funded by The Foundation that students took home as part of the nutrition component. “My mom started to buy healthy foods like Greek yogurt and baked chips and no sugary cereals.” “I learned that the messages on food boxes are sometimes commercials and don’t really tell you if the food is good for you. I can make breakfast for myself now that is healthy and fun.” “We are pretty active on our 90-acre blue-gate farm,” said Erin, describing her homestead by the gates at the end of the drive. “I am already pretty good with having a lot of energy, but Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM helped me learn to pay closer attention to food labels and it helped me get really organized,” Erin said. Her mom is a pathologist and Erin, too, plans to explore the field when she gets older, so the scientific aspects of the program interested her most. Teacher Chris Gesse said she believes a powerful part of the program lies in the self-esteem and self-confidence the girls have gained in just one year. “I am lucky to have witnessed the change in them throughout the year. These are young girls who were once shy and now can stand tall and proud and who definitely don’t quit very easily,” she said. “I know that the choices I make will always have consequences later in life. I can say ‘No,’ and I know Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM helped me learn to pay closer attention to food labels and it helped me get really organized. — Erin Johnson if someone says something bad about me, it’s truly what I think that matters,” Jordan said. “Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM will help me make the right decisions because it has helped me think of the consequences and have enough self-esteem to say ‘No’ before it is too late,” Erin said. As the girls transition into teens and young adults, they said they will look back at the Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM and remember the strength it gave them - right down to the secret handshake that binds club members to each other and their promises to live a healthy future. Meet Danielle Kessler, the Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM coach and Wellness Specialist for IU Health La Porte Hospital. Danielle joined the organization in 2012 but began working with the Club while in a wellness position at the La Porte County Family YMCA. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a minor in sports medicine and is a certified personal trainer. When school is out, Danielle focuses on other community wellness projects. Welcome, Danielle! Thanks to the generous support of The Foundation donors who fund this program, I have a unique opportunity to promote healthy behaviors in children and a chance to change lives in a positive way. – Danielle Kessler, Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM Coach and Wellness Specialist , IU Health La Porte Hospital iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 15 The La Porte Hospital Foundation Board of Directors and Staff gratefully acknowledge all who generously contribute to support The Foundation’s mission. Gifts listed were received from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013. Names listed in red denote a La Porte Hospital Foundation Member. THANK YOU LEADERS Northern Indiana Affiliate of Susan G. Komen For the Cure B E N E FA C T O R S Indiana Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Grant administered by Healthy Communities of La Porte County The Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust La Porte Hospital Auxiliary La Porte Retirement LLC LEGACY American Limb & Orthopedic Larson-Danielson Construction Co., Inc. Anesthesia Associates of La Porte MCUSBCWBA Firstsource Advantage, LLC. Mitch Feikes Builders, Inc. The Robert Hiler Family Foundation Newby Lewis Kaminski & Jones Ralph E. Howes PNC Bank La Porte Radiology, Inc. TCB Manufacturing, Inc. La Porte Savings Bank Vision Self Pay Revenue Recovery Dr. & Mrs. John D. Langford Wells Fargo Bank 16 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report THANK YOU FOR GOING THE DISTANCE FOR CANCER CARE SPONSORS Anne E. Abbott Dr. & Mrs. Jeffrey E. Anderson Mr. & Mrs. David Applegarth BOSS Industries, Inc. Drayton, Biege, Sirugo & Elliott, LLP Eichhorn, Eichhorn LLP Dr. & Mrs. Charles F. Hagenow Indiana University Dagny Laur Hester J.W. Muller, MD New York Blower Company 1,215 PARTICIPANTS Northern Indiana Public Service Company Mr. Sean & Dr. Megan Quinn 120 VOLUNTEERS Mrs. Elizabeth S. Siefker Mr. & Mrs. Eric Sobecki RAISED $75,000 Thor & Lori Thordarson C. Jack & Betty Trickler Eric P. Wohlrab The La Porte Hospital Foundation 12th Annual Tour de La Porte bike, run and walk event celebrated another successful year on Saturday, Aug. 24 SUPPORTERS and Sunday, Aug. 25 at Soldiers Memorial Park in La Porte. Mr. & Mrs. Richard Alexander Dennis & Connie Ford Dr. & Mrs. Syed I. Ali Mark & Laura Francesconi Anytime Fitness Alex & Alice Fruth Applegarth Dermatology PC Gateway EDI Dr. & Mrs. Joseph R Arulandu General Insurance Services, Inc. Dr. & Mrs. Abul W. Basher Dalia Musonis Goodman La Porte County) who participated in the main cycling event, while 78 riders Mr. & Mrs. Jared P. Beasley Greater La Porte Economic cycled in either the road or mountain bike time trial events. Other numbers Dr. & Mrs. Thomas M. Browne Development Corporation The event included two days of family-friendly activities, welcoming 1,215 participants to run, walk or bike over the weekend! There were 563 riders (riding routes ranging from five to 100 miles throughout scenic of participants included: 178 in the 5K run, 213 in the 5K walk, 51 in the Bruce Foundation Harris Precast, Inc. 10K run and 124 in the half-marathon. Of these participants, there were Bridget Burke Dr. & Mrs. James A. Hasbargen Communication Company 103 cyclist/runner combinations. In addition, 15 children (ages 4 to 8) Hawkins Print Shop of South Bend, Inc. Margaret F. Hiler participated in the Mini TDL fun run of 50- to 200-yards. Dekker Vacuum Technologies, Inc. Holladay Properties Dr. John & Mrs. Marianne DePersio Horizon Bank, N.A. All proceeds directly benefit Indiana University Health La Porte and Starke State Rep. & Mrs. Thomas P. Dermody Dr. & Mrs. William J. Houston hospitals’ patients with cancer in need of financial assistance, and provide Design Organization David Hyatt community members access to free health screenings. Lisa Donahoe Hylant Group Mr. & Mrs. Brian Donnelly John Hancock Financial Services Dr. James & Christie Edwards Matching Gifts Program EMCOR Hyre Electric Co. Mr. & Mrs. Terry H. Jones Essling Funeral Home, Inc. Judee’s, Inc. Dr. Roman O. & Carol Filipowicz Mr. & Mrs. Mark E. Kosior Sally Fischer The La Porte Herald-Argus Mrs. Pamela Fleming John Leinweber & James Laughlin Our thank you to the Tour de La Porte committee, volunteers, sponsors and participants! To learn more, or join us in Going the Distance... tourdelaporte.org Linde, LLC iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 17 PA R T N E R S Names listed in red denote a La Porte Hospital Foundation Member. 2 BigHearts Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Erik Jedrysek Earl & Regina Adams Daniel & Kathryn Kaminski Aon Foundation Jim & Liz Kaminski Drs. G. P. & M. Barbara Backer Jennifer M. Keck Matt & Debi Baughman The Honorable & Mrs. Steven E. King Blue Chip Casino, LLC La Porte County Ostomy Bruno Enterprises, Inc. SUPPORTERS Daniel & Patricia Luck Mr. & Mrs. David H. McCain Salem Chapel United Methodist Church Med Care Daniel & Linda Satkoski Medline Industries, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Scott Siefker Michiana Hematology-Oncology, PC Swanson Center Mr. & Mrs. Anthony J. Mudd Michele M. Thompson Dr. & Mrs. Martin J Murphy Mr. & Mrs. Thomas P. Thompson New Age Telecom, Inc. Dr. Smari & Lori Thordarson NRP Jones LLC Truck City of Gary Packaging Logic, Inc. Dr. Vinay Tumuluri Dr. & Mrs. Mallikarjun Patta & Dr. Harini Kolluri Dr. & Mrs. James C. Pickford Villas of Briar Leaf Pine Lake Realty, Inc. Dr. & Mrs. Neil W. Wangstrom Mark A. Rafalski Zimmer Midwest Raymond James & Associates Mr. David Reberg Support Group Gene & Marilyn Burrows Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute Debbie J. Carriveau Lakeshore Foods Corp. Central Steel & Wire Lakeview Funeral Home Dr. & Mrs. Steven W. Chmil and Crematory, Inc. Calla Clemons Maurice & Marcia Levine CSINet Internet Access Corp. Lewis Bakeries, Inc. Cutler Funeral Home, Inc. Lincolnway Family Care P.C. Mr. & Mrs. Leon A. Dargis Dr. & Mrs. Thomas D. Magill Miss Virginia Davis Jocelyn R. McLaughlin Rick & Elizabeth Dekker Merck Partnership for Giving Julius R. Ellis, MD Meridian Title Corporation Engstrom Jewelers Drs. David & Lovera Miller Michael & Cheryl Essling Marcia and Leigh Morris Family Express Corporation Nick Otis FAS-Pak, Inc. The Principal Financial Group Mr. & Mrs. Charles I. Faulkenburg, III Purdue University North Central Fenker’s Finer Furniture Mr. & Mrs. Lewis Rocha Mr. & Mrs. James H. Foglesong Dr. & Mrs. John E. Rogers Greg & Maria Fruth RPS Imaging, Inc. Dr. & Mrs. David J. Gorecki Steven & Liz Sawaya Greenway Medical Technologies Dr. & Mrs. James A. Serwatka Cheryl A. Gross Dr. & Mrs. Kenneth D. Shively Robert A. Hamilton Mr. David & Dr. Linda Sirugo Harbour Trust Mr. & Mrs. Robert E. Sisson & Investment Management Co. Mr. & Mrs. Adam L. Smith James O. Hartson, MD SQ F&T, LLC Haverstock Funeral Home, Inc. Patricia Steele Mr. & Mrs. William E. Hedge Peg Swanson Rosie Heise Tom & Marti Swanson Mr. & Mrs. John J. Hilderbrandt Dr. & Mrs. John T. Taylor Karen Hooker Trattoria Enzo, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Ralph F. Howes Tri Kappa, Inc. - Jeff Hutchens Indiana State Department of Health International Association of Fire Fighters Delta Upsilon Chapter Mr. & Mrs. Joseph W. Walker Mr. & Mrs. James White Mr. & Mrs. Paul A. Wilkins Donald E. Yurkovich Richard Zastoupil 18 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report PA T R O N S Mr. & Mrs. James P. Aaron Dr. & Mrs. Thomas Kalmbach Timothy J. Navarro Mr. & Mrs. Loren Adams Bill & Connie Kaminski Mr. & Mrs. William J. Nelson, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Frank E. Aerts Starr A. Kelley Amy Newman Mr. & Mrs. Thomas C. Skees Dr. & Mrs. Irfan Ahmad Mr. & Mrs. Arthur F. Kemp Marcia Olson Mr. & Mrs. Brett Stamm Becky M. Alwood-Wallace Robert Kendick Joseph W. Ortt Seth F. Tatel Virginia Angert, NP Dr. & Mrs. Peter C. Kesling Lisa A. Ostrowski, MD The Clubhouse Bar & Grill Mr. & Mrs. Gary Arnold Mr. & Mrs. Martin W. Kus Gregg Pantale Mr. & Mrs. John R. Thode E. C. Babilla, Inc. La Porte Chrysler Dodge Jeep, Inc. Carl W. Para Jeannette K. Thomas Andrea M. Back Kathleen & Alan Lang Parkison & Hinton, Inc. CPA’s Mr. & Mrs. Daniel R. Todd BOSS Industries Staff Thomas C. & Jean L. Larson Mr. & Mrs. Dale A. Parkison Mr. & Mrs. Gregory Trevillian Mr. & Mrs. John H. Bradley Mr. Robert J. Lee Mr. & Mrs. Richard T. Parrette, Jr. United Way of La Porte County Cynthia F. Brewer Patrice Leonard Mr. & Mrs. Gene Pavey Martha A. Vanderheyden Jacob E. Brown Tom & Rayetta Lerch Dr. Seth & Rose Philbrook Adi & Bert Veenendaal Jonathan W. Broyles Levine Family Foundation, Inc. Lisa Pinkstaff Walsh & Kelly Michael P. Burns Mr. & Mrs. Robert Lula Jeffrey & Nancy Plante Mr. & Mrs. R. Donn Weiler Marcela Campo Osorio Kristi L. McCormick Mr. Glen Richardson Mary B. Welch Centier Bank Mr. & Mrs. James C. Menne, Jr. Michael Chastain Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Milo Hope Roberts Jennifer K. Williams Stanley D. Christianson Mirage Studio Mr. & Mrs. Michael R. Rosenbaum Mr. & Mrs. Bill Wilmsen Comfort Keepers MKM architecture + design Jason and Katie Sarver Mr. & Mrs. William Blossom Dr. & Mrs. Ronald K. Corley Mr. & Mrs. Steven M. Monroe Mr. & Mrs. Carl Savich David Zurek Mr. & Mrs. James F. Day Dr. John & Dr. Jennifer Murphy Mr. & Mrs. William Schroeder & Dr. Judith Brown Mr. & Mrs. Matthew and Nicole Schuster Phyllis D. White D. A. Dodd, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Randy Dorman Dr. & Mrs. James B. Dworkin Mr. & Mrs. Joseph S. Dzwonar Dr. & Mrs. Daniel E. Edquist Gerald Felty Mr. & Mrs. James Flinchum The Floor Store Mr. & Mrs. Tim Ford Dr. Richard Gnaedinger & Dr. Monica Ovalle Mr. & Mrs. Brian Grieger Phillip & Vickie Gushrowski Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Hagenow Hailmann Elementary Student Activity Council Mr. & Mrs. Adam Hannon Norman Harris Mr. & Mrs. Victor H. Hockney Courtney D. Hough IU Health La Porte Hospital Maternal Health Colleagues Maria Fruth, Executive Vice President and COO of The Foundation, accepts a gift from Hailmann Elementary School’s Student Activity Council. The Student Activity Council sold Smencils to raise funds for The Foundation’s Children’s Fund. iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 19 A S S O C I AT E S Names listed in red denote a La Porte Hospital Foundation Member. STARKE HEALTH FUND Mr. & Mrs. John W. Adams Brad & Kellie Berget Rodney Carlson Mr. & Mrs. Kyle Adams Trudy J. Berna Mrs. Kim Catron Bill & Chris Adams Bart Bernacchi Jane M. Chapman Mr. & Ms. Jamal M. Agemy Mr. & Mrs. Peter Bernacchi John Chappell Danielle Anderson Elizabeth H. Bernel Christmas Commandos Angelos and Rardin, CPA’s Mr. & Mrs. Robert Bernth Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Chrobak Juanita Arney Gary Beyerl James Chudzynski Mr. & Mrs. Donald Arnold Carrie Biggs David Cinoski Senator & Mrs. James R. Arnold Mr. & Mrs. Thomas O. Blank James & Catherine Clarke Kent & Shawn Arnsbarger Mr. & Mrs. Blake Boardman Timothy M. Clifton Haley N. Asbury Shirley J. Bortz Ronald & Dalimira Cmiel Becky Aubuchon Charles W. Boston, Sr. Mr. & Mrs. Bert Cook Arlene Avery Nina Bowen Joyce Carey Cooper Mrs. Debra J. Bahr Mr. & Mrs. Edwin E. Bowers Christopher & Renee Cornelius Mr. & Mrs. Thomas G. Bailey Garry Bowers Fern A. Cox Keith Baker Donald & Shirley Bowman Crichfield Elementary School Laurel Baker Mr. & Mrs. Lee A. Brady John Cruz Judge & Mrs. Paul J. Baldoni Dr. & Mrs. Windham Bremer, MD Helen K. Cutler Mr. & Mrs. Scott Banghart Brentwood at La Porte Kathy M. Daily Dr. Randy & Jeni Banic Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Brubaker Stephanie Daily Kay Baumgartner Mary K. Budak Tamera L. Dallich Doug & Melissa Beck Mr. & Mrs. Donald Burger Davis Disability Group Julie A. Becknell Margie E. Burke Lila Davis Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Behenna Mr. & Mrs. Edward Burns Terri Davis Mr. & Mrs. Norman J. Beles Bob & Jean Burns Tim Dearlove Mr. & Mrs. Ronald M. Bent Jeff Butts Mr. & Mrs. Jan D. Dekker Mr. & Mrs. Donald Berchem Jennifer A. Campbell Davelle E. DeMarco “I would like to personally thank all of those who have contributed to the Starke Health Fund this past year. These funds are used to support the residents of Starke County with their health needs. We’ve provided travel assistance, wellness screenings, youth education thru the Lil’ F.I.S.H. ClubTM and multiple other initiatives due to the support of this fund and The Foundation. It is this dedicated support that will truly help us pursue our mission of improving the health of our patients and our communities.” — Linda Satkoski, Interim President, IU Health Starke Hospital For more information: PO Box 479 | Knox, IN 46534 | 877.265.4539 | starkehealthfund@iuhealth.org 20 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report PURPOSE Providing funds to assist Starke communities with healthcare related needs, wellness efforts and health screening The La Porte Hospital Foundation is the fiscal manager for the Starke Health Fund. A S S O C I AT E S Gayle DePlanty Robin M. Henrich Chris & Pam Kukla Ed & Alice Mueller Brian P. Dickover Rebecca S. Herrold Riva Kupritz Namaste Center for Holistic Mr. & Mrs. Michael L. Dill Marlena Hill La Lumiere School Nancy E. Dipert Roland Hockett Mr. & Mrs. James E. Lange Newhard Funeral Homes, Inc. Denise J. Doig Mr. & Mrs. Tom Hollands Melissa Langston Phyllis D. Nichols Mary B. Dolezal-Reynolds House of Fara, Inc. Patricia A. Lansford Nicholson Drywall Mary Drewes Mr. & Mrs. Timothy L. Howard Patricia Larson, RN Mr. & Mrs. Anthony J. Nieman Mr. & Mrs. Charles D. Droege Michael & Shirley Howell Mr. & Mrs. Timothy F. Larson Mr. & Mrs. Doug Noveroske Maria Dudiak Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan E. Howes Dr. Ross & Sue Lawrence Mr. & Mrs. Edward Nunn Pamela A. Dunnuck Marie D. Huge Michael Lazaro Mr. & Mrs. Folmer Nyby Dawn M. Epley Mary D. Hunt Eric Leaming Ashley B. O’Bannon Dr. Ali Esmaili and Dr. Jessica Haloskie Ken Hyde Rachel A. Lemacks Mr. & Mrs. D. Drummond Osborn Mr. & Mrs. Stephen T. Eyrick IBEW Local 531 Alfred Lenard David & Caryl Ann Osborn Sandra B. Fairman Mark & Sarah Irons Mr. & Mrs. Garry Lenard Mrs. Patricia Otolski Sandra Fear IU Health La Porte Hospital Susan Levenhagen Theresa Owens Bruce & Rose Fisher IU Health La Porte Physicians Mr. & Mrs. Dominic J. Liberatore Samuel J. Paxton Eben & Patricia Fisher Mr. Matt Gowin Mr. & Mrs. Mark A. Lienhoop Patricia Perry Mr. & Mrs. Jay Flick & Mrs. Kristina Jacobucci Health & Education Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Loeffler Mr. & Mrs. Roger Pettet Ross G. Flinn Kimberly J. James The Lubrizol Foundation Dr. & Mrs. Kris R. Pillai, MD Tania Fliter Mr. & Mrs. Edward L. Janes Magic Mirror Salon Cheryl Piotrowicz Patricia Flohr J. Andrea Jennings Amos Malstaff Marilyn Poag Dr. & Mrs. Walter Fritz Patricia A. Johnson Neil A. Mangus Benjamin Lloyd Porter, DDS Mr. & Mrs. Dale W. Frye Mr. & Mrs. Brian Jones Margaret Heinold Trust David L. Porter Cherie L. Fuller Mr. & Mrs. Randy Jones Mr. & Mrs. Mitchell A. Marhanka Mr. & Mrs. Jay Pouzar Gables Residential Mark, Shari, Zachary Mr. & Mrs. William R. Marquardt Mr. & Mrs. Michael F. Powell Francis X. Gartland & Zane Kabacinski Mr. & Mrs. John R. Marusak, Jr. Vonda G. Prater Mr. & Mrs. Tim R. Gartland Mr. & Mrs. Jerrald T. Kabelin Mr. & Mrs. Anthony W. Mason Dr. Florian & Christine Predd Damon Gasaway Michelle E. Kaiser Dan, Carrie & Maddie Mckibben The Presbyterian Church of La Porte Bernie and Nancy Geisler Leon R. & Norma L. Kaminski Kayte S. Mebust Pressel Enterprises, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. David Gilliland Robert & Mary Ann Kane Ann M. Mejer Sally J. Read Janet F. Gillon, RN Mrs. Norma Kasinger Mr. & Mrs. Irwin G. Mellenthin Steven & Cheryl Reinhart Kirk Gladwin Miss Patricia A. Keenan Jeffrey Melody Mr. & Mrs. Terry L. Rhoda Dawn M. Glosser Mary Kellems Heather Melton, RN Mr. & Mrs. Edward E. Rich Billie Faye Granger Brad Kendall Jim & Sandra Menne Carol Richards Mr. & Mrs. Andrew B. Grimm Mark P. Kendall Mr. & Mrs. Richard A. Michna Mark Riedl Mr. & Mrs. Jerrold L. Gropp Marlete C. Kiff Mr. & Mrs. Michael B. Mierzewski Mr. & Mrs. Mark Romine Harbor Grand Hotel Mr. & Mrs. Keith D. King Mill Creek Baptist Church Beverly J. Rose Gerald Hart Loretta F. King Tommy Mislenkov Mr. & Mrs. Arthur L. Roule, Jr. Sonita Hatchett Mr. & Mrs. Thomas R. Kinnucan, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. John Moore Mr. & Mrs. Harrison & Barbara Russell Beth A. Hayden Dr. & Mrs. G. L. Larsen Kneller Mr. & Mrs. Monte Moore Kenneth L. Rutz Cynthia Hedge Mr. & Mrs. Ronald D. Knickrehm Gary Morefield Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence J. Rybicki Joann F. Heim Mr. & Mrs. Thomas D. Konieczny Mr. & Mrs. John P. Morgan Chanaya Sadler Heinold Foundation Carl E. Krentz Meredith A. Morris Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan E. Salisbury Meagan R. Helms Mr. & Mrs. Steven C. Kring MPA Architects Mr. Thomas D. Sallwasser iuhealth.org/laporte/foundation iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 21 A S S O C I AT E S Names listed in red denote a La Porte Hospital Foundation Member. Ruben & Sandra Sanchez Mrs. Willa P. Smith Virginia & Jack Taylor Mrs. Dorinda M. Sattler Cindy S. Smyth Robert B. Taylor Mr. & Mrs. Brian Sauers Mr. & Mrs. Andrew M. Snyder Ted & Andrea Taylor Carol M. Schobert Mrs. Donna Soder Tom & Carol Taylor Greg Schoen Yadira Soto Brian & Tina Thorp Jill D. Schoof Dr. & Mrs. James J. Sprecher Mr. & Mrs. John J. Tibma Mrs. Nylla E. Schultz Nicole Springer Iris Tillinghast Richard L. Schultz St. Peter’s Catholic Church Steven C. Timm Brendon Scott Michael D. Starks M. Alberta Tolton Alfred A. Serritella Sally Steffy Anthony Tomal David & Regina Shannon Linda Stowell Mr. & Mrs. Hugh A. Tonagel Mr. & Mrs. Michael Shebel Mr. & Mrs. Jack W. Strobel Kenneth R. Topp Mrs. Regina L. Shreve Mr. & Mrs. Mark Strojny Danielle Topping Deborah Simpson Mr. & Mrs. Michael J. Struble Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Travis Mr. & Mrs. Kevin C. Smith Mr. & Mrs. Perry F. Stump Mr. & Mrs. Larry D. Trueblood Roberta L. Smith Swanson Insurance Jeff and Judy Trumble Sandy K. Smith Lois L. Swanson Amy Tschida Precious Memories Memorial Dedication The Precious Memories Dedication Service was held Sept. 21. The ceremony, dedicating the new Precious Memories Memorial in Patton Cemetery in La Porte, was held to honor the memory of babies who have passed away through miscarriage, stillbirth and other causes. The memorial, including a monument and bench, was made possible through the efforts of the La Porte Hospital Foundation and other organizations. This program was spearheaded by obstetrical nurse Donna Wagner after receiving a patient’s letter to the hospital suggesting various ways to help grieving parents. Memorial sponsors include: The Foundation in support of IU Health La Porte Hospital IU Health La Porte Hospital Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center Essling Funeral Home Harris Precast & La Porte Cremation Services Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services Patton Cemetery Donna Wagner hands out roses to attendees of the dedication 22 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report Dale Wratchford, IU Health La Porte Hospital Chaplain, leads the memorial service A S S O C I AT E S FRIENDS Tuholski Farms, Inc. Emily Waters Ann M. Adkins Ruth E. Faulstich Mr. & Mrs. Richard J. Tuholski Mrs. Maria Wathen Patricia A. Adrian Mr. & Mrs. Paul Fetchik Dale & Teresa Tuholski Sonia Watkins Sami Allen Mrs. Lucille Gardner Mr. Michael Turner & Dr. Aileen Stiller Mr. John H. Weithers Ruth S. Ambers Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Garner Kassandra Tyson Regina Welch Ms. Janeen R. Arnett Sharron Gaskill Mr. & Mrs. Brent C. Van Hook Mrs. Linda L. West Pamela H. Arvesen Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Gautier Mr. & Mrs. William Vanderbrook Brett White Mr. & Mrs. Roger W. Ash Mr. & Mrs. Hugo Gonzalez Kayla Vargo Mr. & Mrs. John M. Whitted Christine A. Atherton Linda M. Goodman Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Varnak Mr. & Mrs. Jack Williams Jennifer Aversano Laura A. Gould Deborah M. Vaughn Diane Witzel Julie M. Bellah Benjamin Gruber Debra L. Veatch Andrej J. Zajac Mary K. Benke Dennis R. Gumbert Veterans of Foreign Wars 2536 Mr. & Mrs. Robert Bentley Mr. & Mrs. Barry Halter Visiting Nurse Association John Bevis Mr. & Mrs. John E. Hannon, Jr. Foundation, Inc. Penny Billings Lindsey Harlow Ellen C. Volk Mr. & Mrs. Richard Binkley Rodney Hawkins Mr. & Mrs. Greg Volk Pamela L. Braddy Lisa K. Hazinski Donna Wagner Zachary D. Brewer Laura E. Henderson Kimberly A. Brown Rosemary Hostetler Julie K. Buckley Mr. & Mrs. David A. Howell, Jr. Charles F. Bugiani Mr. & Mrs. Greg Huber The Daisy Award Kara L. Butcher Penny S. Huth is a national Barbara J. Cales Dennis & Francine Jackson program that Mary E. Cerny Amy Johnson honors the Donald & Karen Chambly Mrs. Karin A. Jones compassionate Alicia M. Combs Mr. Shawn D. Joseph care and clinical Mrs. Mary B. Conklin Mr. & Mrs. Kevin J. Kazmierczak excellence nurses Mr. & Mrs. Danny Cracknell, Sr. Mrs. Diane Keeton bring to their Ruby Culvahouse Daryle Keller Derrick Deck Mr. & Mrs. Albert D. Kettring Ruth Ann Delorme Laura L. King Gary & Kelly Demski David Kipley Mr. & Mrs. Bill Dickinson Mr. & Mrs. Brad Kiser Debbie Dixon Mrs. Bebejean Knoll patients each day. Throughout the year, patients and family members may nominate Elaine C. Douglass Mrs. Terri Kuzdas a nurse for the Deborah T. Downs La Porte Aero Club DAISY Award. Therese J. Dudiak Wini Lambert Mr. & Mrs. Gary L. Dunfee Mr. & Mrs. Richard Land Kathleen E. Dyer Rev. & Mrs. Steven J. Laue 2013 DAISY Award Recipient: Paula Wilkey, RN Mark Edwards Christine A. Levandoski (L to R): Ashley Boswell & Paula Wilkey, RN Elks BPOE Lodge Dorene Lloyd Richard E. & Jeanne E. Emerick Mrs. Betty Lorentzsen Julie A. Erne Gail S. Lukasiewicz Kristy Ewy Mike and Kathy Luther Mr. & Mrs. Gary Fath Dorothy W. Macalka “This is a wonderful way to recognize the consistently high level of care being delivered by our nurses,’’ —Pauline Arnold, Chief Nursing and Quality Officer. iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 23 FRIENDS Lori Meer MacMillan Kim M. Rounds Linda Calusa-Switt Michelle Maier Ron Ruda Jim & Gina Taschler Catherine Malec Mr. & Mrs. Roger Ruwersma Mr. & Mrs. James A. Tomscheck Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Malec Mr. & Mrs. Karen & George Sarver Brad Trethewey Mrs. Suzanne R. Manthey, RN Mrs. Charlene E. Saulsgiver Steve Trott Judith L. Matanic, RN Mr. & Mrs. Mark P. Savage Peggy Urbanski Sarah Matz Brad Schulte Dr. & Mrs. James M. Vanes Carol H. McCombs Mr. & Mrs. Matthew & Amy Schwartz Jennifer VanMeter, BSN All gifts are appreciated, William C. McDermott Doris J. Slusser Kathleen M. Wanko but due to space, names listed Jeri Metheny Mr. & Mrs. Gerald L. Smith Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Ward Mr. & Mrs. John Michiaels Ms. Julie Sneed Krista Watkins Mrs. Richard Miscik Ruth H. Soetje Mary E. Watterson Janice Mitchell Maureen Spinler-Kracik L. Anne Wegner Names listed in red denote a La Porte Hospital Foundation Member. include all gifts with a total receipt amount above $50. If you find an error or omission, Mr. & Mrs. Michael M. Moldenhauer Mr. & Mrs. Russell A. Spreeman Mrs. Aurelia Weston please accept our humble Jennifer L. Morrison State Employees’ Cynthia A. Whitacre apologies. Please call Mr. & Mrs. George Neal 219.326.2471 if you wish to Jacob M. Nieman Douglas and Sharon Steffey Bryan A. Whittinghill communicate a change. Mr. & Mrs. Albert Ochsenreither Mr. & Mrs. Donald J. Stephani Gwyndolen D. Williams Kristen Osburn Carol Stockstill Mrs. Rhonda Willis Thank you for your understanding and support. Community Campaign Karen L. White Abigail P. Paige Anne M. Wiltfong Brandy L. Pearish Sharon J. Wojciechowski Katie A. Piotrowicz Janet G. Wooden Amanda D. Price Mr. & Mrs. Dale E. Wratchford Sharon L. Pritz Mr. & Mrs. John R. Yates Mr. & Mrs. Joel Rangel Cheryl Yaw Rebecca J. Read John Yim Kathleen M. Richards Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Zaremba Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan Rinkel Mr. & Mrs. John K. Zeiler Mrs. Carrie Ziesmer 24 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report GIFTSTO HONOR Contributions were made to honor the following individuals from July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013 IN APPRECIATION HAPPY HOLIDAYS Earl Adams IN APPRECIATION ON BOSS’S DAY Janeen Arnett Connie Ford Jared Beasley Debbie Blank Maria Fruth HAPPY BIRTHDAY William Houston, MD Betty Clayton James Serwatka, MD IU Health La Porte Hospital Colleagues Gregg Pantale HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY Linda Satkoski Seth Philbrook, MD Charlotte Schrader Trisha Thompson Pauline Arnold Karen Chambly Ginny Davis Brian Donnelly Dave Hyatt Angie Leffler Heather Manley IU Health La Porte and Starke Hospitals Rehabilitation/ Wellness Colleagues Brenda Rocha Mark Savage Thor Thordarson Pat Wilkins Paul Wilkins Don Yurkovich Josie McLaughlin IN YOUR HONOR Frank Aerts Mary Minich For a listing of donor names please visit iuhealth.org/laportefoundation The New Prairie Activity Center is an after school extension of Title I programs for students K-5 attending Rolling Prairie and Prairie View Elementary schools. The Center is open four days a week after school, for special events and a full summer program. This is a terrific place where students can come and learn, get assistance with their homework and socialize with their peers. 120 students are enrolled at the Center. The Foundation is proud to partner with the Center by funding a wellness program every Monday for the students. A running club and fun activities to improve health is coordinated by IU Health La Porte Hospital wellness specialist, Danielle Kessler. iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 25 GIFTSIN MEMORY Contributions made in memory of the following individuals from July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013 The La Porte Hospital Foundation Board of Directors and staff gratefully acknowledge all who generously contribute to support The Foundation’s mission. JUDITH AMOR 4.26.40 – 12.2.12 La Porte Hospital Foundation Member – 16 years IU Health La Porte Hospital Colleague Charles E. Adams Maurice Adams Marjorie E. Allen Judith Amor Edie Anders Ruth Autrey Maxine Avery Lois Mae Beard Robert F. Becknell, DDS Norma Jean Behenna Cheryl Bender Marian J. Bernacchi Victor Bernacchi Dorothy Baldridge Donald A. Bom Mary Ann Bornell Benjamin H. Bortz, Jr. Edna L. Bortz Ray Bowen James Brewer Dale Brockett Doris L. Brown Suzanne Opperman Cardillo Timothy Carlson Leon Carper Helen Chadwick Esther Chairez-Munoz Virginia A. Chalik Margaret Chmielowiec Mary P. “Pat” Chudzynski Patricia Cioch Fanuel Clemons Marjorie Coffeen Marjorie Coffeen Garth Conrad Ruth A Cook Helen Craft Jeanette E. Craft John P. Crook Mildred Dampf Philip M. Dampf Donald T. Davis Jack Decker Robert DePersio Rosemary E. DePersio Carley Jo Dickard Paul W. Dickover Irene Doll Raymond J. Dudiak Fredrick “Fred” Eugene Dunham Robert Dunifon Francis Elpers Loretta A. Elpers Doris Marie Enochs Ellen Essling Vincent Essling Thomas (Tom) R. Fara Elizabeth Ann Fenker James W. Fleming Henry “Hank” A. Flohr Helene Froling David L. Fuller John E. Gardner Joseph F. Gorecki, MD Nancy Lee Gorman William N. Gourley Sylvia C. Guernsey Kenneth Hanke Rolland D. Hardesty Jo Ann Harris Lora Myers Hauger Nancy B. Hawkins Patricia Hawkins Susan Heider Phyllis M. Hesters Robert “Uncle Bob” Hilton Lloyd Howell Mrs. Edward Howes Edward B. Howes Margaret Howes Valerie Jasinoski Robert Johnson Julie A. Jones Frank Jurgaitis Thomas “T.C.” Kazmierczak Sue B. Keim Howard J. Keller Edith Kirsch Dorothy Kluczyk Frank Kluczyk Emanuel L. “Monte” Komasinski Edna Krause Carl E. Krentz SISTER JUDIAN BREITENBACH 10.1.30 – 3.7.13 La Porte Hospital Foundation Member – 5 years IU Health La Porte Hospital Volunteer IU Health La Porte Hospital Pastoral Services VIRGINIA CHALIK MARGARET HOWES VALERIE JASINOSKI La Porte Hospital Auxiliary LIfe Member - 45 years IU Health La Porte Hospital Volunteer La Porte Hospital Foundation Member – 17 years La Porte Hospital Foundation Member – 15 years La Porte Hospital Auxiliary LIfe Member - 46 years 10.16.18 – 11.8.12 26 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report 12.4.21 – 4.16.13 7.12.17 – 1.21.13 CARL KRENTZ ROBYN ORTT BRYAN SNOOK LOIS SWANSON La Porte Hospital Foundation Member – 15 years IU Health La Porte Hospital Board Member – 9 years La Porte Hospital Council of Chairpersons – 1 year La Porte Hospital Foundation Member – 15 years IU Health La Porte Hospital Colleague – 16 years La Porte Hospital Foundation Member – 6 years IU Health La Porte Hospital Colleague – 2 years La Porte Hospital Foundation Member – 17 years 1.29.28 – 1.4.13 Mary Kring Gordon Kuchel Phyllis Lachowicz Theodore Lachowicz Deborah Leach Anne Lenard Debra Hays Jack Lindsay Charles “Corky” Ray Lingle Bruce A. Logmann Melvin Lucas Viola Ludtke Vivian J. Luther Barbara A. Macalka Patricia Madaus Jack S. Mannia Eleanor Marias Evelyn J. Marsh Darl Marshall Frances Marshall Ryan Mejer Mary Mendelowitz Marvin Michiaels Sr. John R. Miller Ronald Miller Gladys R. Moroni Caroline G. Nicholson Julianne Y. Nicholson Winnie Noble Catherine Novorske John R. Okeley Karl Olson Helen Hough Opperman Robyn A. Ortt 10.10.70 – 1.5.13 1.4.38 – 1.1.13 5.28.27 – 2.24.13 BERNARD TARNOW JOHN WHITTED NANCY DIPERT La Porte Hospital Foundation Member – 24 years La Porte Hospital Foundation Board Member – 2 years La Porte Hospital Foundation Member – 25 years IU Health La Porte Hospital Board Member – 10 years La Porte Hospital Auxiliary LIfe Member – 27 years La Porte Hospital Foundation Member – 2 years La Porte Hospital Auxiliary Past President La Porte Hospital Auxiliary Board Member – 4 years IU Health La Porte Hospital Volunteer – 8 years 3.2.31 – 6.7.13 Delores Overmyer Marian Eileen Passafume Chris Pliske William Poag Hermina Pollnow Grover Powers Carol A. Profilovich Donald Read Arthur R. Rose Phillip D. Rudolph Kenneth J. Salach Altus Salzwedel Merlin Sampson Dr. Jose D. Sanchez Glenn Sanders Germaine Satkoski Lori Savich Doris Sawyer 1.9.26 – 5.26.13 Russell Schlundt Ruth Schwarzkopf Walter Schwarzkopf Irene M. Sciara Gerald Shortt Donald Simpson Margaret Simson Jean E. Skinner Ronald Smoker John E. Sornson Sally Ann Stesiak Esther D. Sullivan Kenneth W. Swanson Lois Swanson Elmer Szilagyi Bernard E. Tarnow Doris Mae Tarnow Susan K. Taylor 9.13.38 – 10.22.13 Matthew T. Thompson Richard Tillinghast Miriam E. Tomsheck Samuel Clark Trigg Raymond Valvoda Loucas Vasilarakos Nancy Vereb Jean Ellen Wade Framces Wainscott William J. Welnetz William E. Weston Marie Wicks Norman “Norm” Wineholt Nick Winters Sim Womack Diane Wright John R. Wroblewski > For a listing of donor names please visit iuhealth.org/laportefoundation iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 27 2013 FOUNDATION & CORPORATE SUPPORTERS 2013 GRANTS AWARDED Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust Provision of breast health education and screening mammograms for La Porte and Starke counties $17,930 Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) Provision of dental services at IU Health La Porte Community Dental Center $188,004 IU School of Medicine / Auto Safety Program Provision of car seats, child safety equipment, and staff training Multiple awards totaling $3,700 Unity Foundation Provision to assist patients with cancer with healthcare related needs $10,000 Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Northern Indiana Chapter Provision of mammography services for La Porte and Starke counties $20,000 (9 month grant) Marshall County Community Provision of mammography services for women residing in Marshall County (in Plymouth) $2,500 Tri-Kappa Provision of services at IU Health La Porte Community Health Center $500 Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) Cancer Control Workplace Initiative $7,499 2013 CORPORATE SUPPORTERS Corporate Partners commit to supporting the La Porte Hospital Foundation’s mission to promote healthcare and healthy lifestyles in the communities we serve by contributing at the highest level of yearly giving. Corporate Partners express their support through an annual giving membership and proudly sponsor all of For more information about becoming a 2014 Corporate Partner, please contact The Foundation at 219.326.2471 or e-mail laportehospitalfoundation@iuhealth.org. The Foundation’s special events. The Foundation gratefully acknowledges our 2013 Corporate Partners. E L I T E PA R T N E R S American Limb & Orthopedic Company of Valparaiso LaPorte P R E M I E R PA R T N E R S Radiology Inc. ANESTHESIA ASSOCIATES OF LA PORTE | FIRSTSOURCE ADVANTAGE, LLC MITCH FEIKES BUILDERS, INC. | TCB MANUFACTURING VISION SELF PAY REVENUE RECOVERY | WELLS FARGO BANK 28 • 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Annual Report 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Board of Directors Front (L to R): Elizabeth Dekker, Maria Fruth, Executive Vice President/ Chief Operating Officer; Mark Kosior, Board Chair; G. Thor Thordarson, President/Chief Executive Officer IU Health La Porte Hospital; Jackie Dermody, Safia Ali Back (L to R): Carl Savich, Steven Kring, Martin Kus, Joseph Arulandu, MD, Marianne DePersio, Laura Francesconi, Deb Varnak, Jon Salisbury, Robert Hamilton, James Edwards, MD Not Pictured: Jim Clarke, Katrina Langford, Jim Laughlin and Monica Ovalle, MD 2013 La Porte Hospital Foundation Staff The Foundation sincerely thanks retiring board members Joseph Arulandu, MD; Marianne DePersio, James Edwards, MD; Laura Francesconi, Mark Kosior and Peggy Moore for service to The Foundation. Their leadership will be greatly missed. (L to R): Hope Roberts, Donor Relations Coordinator Juliette Kubal, Database Specialist & Executive Assistant Liz Sawaya, Development Manager 2012 DISTRIBUTION OF LA PORTE HOSPITAL FOUNDATION FUNDS COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER / DENTAL CENTER ................................ $303,313 Totals include grants applied for by The Foundation IU HEALTH LA PORTE HOSPITAL (services, equip. & screenings) ......... $300,968 ENDOWMENT..................................................................................................... $197,246 but recorded on IU Health CANCER PATIENTS ...............................................................................................$54,464 La Porte Hospital’s financial SCHOLARSHIPS ...................................................................................................$49,500 statements. COMMUNITY HEALTH GRANTS (La Porte / Starke) ..................................$42,740 VNA ...........................................................................................................................$36,782 COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION ...............................................................$34,290 TOTAL: $1,019,303 iuhealth.org/laportefoundation • 29 NON-PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID LA PORTE, IN PERMIT NO. 27 1007 Lincolnway P.O. Box 250 La Porte, Indiana 46352 featuring La Porte County Symphony Orchestra directed by Philip Bauman Special guest artists: Cripple Creek, vocal ensemble Shania Povlock, vocalist Sarah Gartshore, vocalist Illumination, chorus December 14, 2014 Purchase tickets today: HolidayPOPSLaPorte.org save these dates 2014 26TH ANNUAL HEALTHC ARE SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT | JUNE 12, 2014 13TH ANNUAL TOUR DE LA POR TE | AUGUS T 23 - 24, 2014 20TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY AT THE POPS | DECEMBER 13, 2014 iuhealth.org/laporte/foundation