Town Hall Meetings

Penrose-St. Francis Health Services Town Hall meetings are this week at various PSF sites.  All associates are encouraged to attend a meeting, which includes news and information from PSF leadership and a chance for associates to ask questions.

Today (Monday)
9:30 a.m., Penrose Hospital Gala Room
2 p.m., St. Francis Medical Center Conference Room #1
4 p.m., Penrose Hospital Gala Room

Tuesday
7:30 a.m., Penrose Hospital Gala Room
Noon, Penrose Hospital Gala Room
2 p.m., EAP/CCOM/Sport & Spine/HLC, Pikes Peak, Longs Peak & Mount Evans Rooms
4:30 p.m., St. Francis Medical Center Conference Room #5

Wednesday
7:30 a.m., St. Francis Medical Center Conference Room #1
10 a.m., St. Francis Health Center, 5th Floor Summit Room
2 p.m., Penrose Hospital Cancer Center Conference Rooms A, B, & C
4:30 p.m., Penrose Hospital Cancer Center Conference Rooms A, B, & C

Thursday
9:30 a.m., St. Francis Medical Center Conference Room #1
Noon, St. Francis Medical Center Conference Room #1

PSF Associate Wins Good Samaritan Award

Congratulations to Penrose-St. Francis Health Services associate Joetta Graner-Smith, from PSF Revenue Integrity, who is the 2009 SET Family Medical Clinics’ Good Samaritan Award winner. 

The award was announced during the Generation 2 Generation Larry R Smith MD Health and Wellness Symposium July 22 at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Colorado Springs. 

Joetta Graner-Smith (right), PSF Revenue Integrity, with Zelna Joseph, SET President & CEO, after Joetta won the 2009 SET Family Medical Clinics’ Good Samaritan Award July 22 at the Generation 2 Generation Larry R Smith MD Health and Wellness Symposium. (Courtesy Photo)

The SET Family Medical Clinics Good Samaritan Community Service Award is in honor of the late Dr. Larry R. Smith, who defined the meaning of outstanding community service.  This award is a way for his legacy live on in the community. Dr. Smith was a dedicated SET board member who served as the medical director and volunteered in SET’s Family and Homeless Clinics on a regular basis. He also served as a Spiritual Companion to seniors living alone and was an active member of Sacred Heart Church. Dr. Smith was a force for good in the community and SET hopes his legacy and this award continues to inspire others to do the same.

Joetta is a Licensed Practical Nurse who has worked for PSF for 19 years.  She was nominated by Sharon Davis, also from PSF Revenue Integrity, who instantly thought of Joetta for the Award. 

“She is always there for those in need,” Sharon said.  “She serves her community in multiple ways, goes above and beyond to give herself to others and is a shining example of a moral compass.”

Since 2001, Joetta has utilized an enormous amount of her personal time and resources training her dogs to be certified and serve in the community in various Pet Therapy programs. She and her dogs volunteered at the Pikes Peak Hospice, Memorial’s Pediatric ICU, Oncology and Women’s Pavilion Depts.

“Joetta is always kind to all she knows and meets,” Sharon said. “There is always a smile on her face, a friendly ‘hello’ on her lips, and a hug for those in need of comfort. She has served her community in many ways over the years.”

Joetta serves as a volunteer at the Rocky Mountain Calvary Chapel and developed a baby items donation program at the church for families in need.  She also walks in the Race for the Cure and the Pregnancy Life Walk, and donates her O negative blood at the PSF Blood Bank. 

“I’m very excited to win this award,” Joetta said.  “I thank God for the desire he set in my heart to volunteer. I’m very honored that the organizations in which I volunteer allow me the opportunity to touch other peoples lives.  I pray that by winning this award, I inspire others to volunteer too.”

The runners up winners were Dr. John E. Cunning from the Rotary Making a Difference Fund, and Wade Antener from the Center on Fathering. 

SET Family Medical Clinics, a 501 (c)(3) is a non-profit organization that provides basic medical services and holistic health programs to uninsured, under-insured, homeless and low income people without discrimination.  SET offers a Family Clinic for acute and chronic needs at the St. Francis Health Center and also provides a Health Literacy Center.  The SET Homeless Clinic, located at The Hanifen Self Sufficiency Center, is available five days a week for homeless people to access free basic health care.  SET also offers Senior Wellness Clinics to several Housing Authority apartment buildings in Colorado Springs.

School Supplies Needed

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News Briefs

BACK TO SCHOOL HEALTH FAIRS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 
Mission Outreach/Faith Community Nurses are gearing up for the two big Back to School Health Fairs/Immunization Clinics of the season! Consider offering your services to one of these two events. PSF brings a Childhood Immunization clinic to each of these events, plus a Health Risk Assessment to the Northern Churches Care Fair. There are also opportunities for providers and nurses in the areas of school physicals.  For more information or to volunteer, Contact Cyndy Wacker at 571-1113 or email cynthiawacker@centura.org.

SCHOLARSHIPS
Centura Health is offering up to 30 Healing Ministry Scholarships to associates who wish to pursue “high need” jobs within Centura. Applications will be accepted now through July 31. The “high need” jobs include nursing, clinical technicians, therapists, pharmacists, and many more. To see the full list, see the instructions below for accessing the information on My Virtual Workplace. To apply, download and print the application, then submit it via e-mail to CENTURASCHOLARSHIPS@CENTURA.ORG or fax 303-804-8234. Once an application has been submitted, a confirmation will be sent to the associate. If the confirmation is not received, the associate should e-mail CENTURASCHOLARSHIPS@CENTURA.ORG. For more information, please contact Andrea Carter at 303-804-8256 or ANDREACARTER@CENTURA.ORG.

LIVER LIFE WALK-Aug. 15, Memorial Park 
On Aug. 15, members of the community will come together to participate in the Liver Life Walk, a fun, 5K walk event benefiting the American Liver Foundation. During this 5K walk around Memorial Park in Colorado Springs, participants will walk for the more than 30 million Americans, including children, who are affected by one of more than 100 diseases of the liver. As a proud sponsor of this event, we invite you to walk with us as part of the Penrose-St. Francis Liver Life Walk Team. It’s easy to join or make a donation – just visit the Penrose Team website http://go.liverfoundation.org/goto/penrose. Or form a team of your own and engage your friends, family, or company in this cause too. Contact the Rocky Mountain Division of the American Liver Foundation for more information or for assistance with registration and setting up a personal team Webpage – lkarpiel@liverfoundation.org or 303.988.4388. Visit http://www.liverfoundation.org for more information.

DONATIONS & VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
SET Family Medical Clinics, a local 501(c)(3)non-profit organization, is hosting a Family Market Fundraiser Aug. 29, at Penrose-St. Francis Health Center located at 825 E. Pikes Peak Ave. Garage sale items and volunteers are needed for the event. Donations are tax deductible. Bring donations to the SET office at 825 East Pikes Peak Ave, Bldg. 29 Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Opportunities are available for anyone willing to help too. To volunteer or for more information, please call 776-8850.  Or visit the website at www.setofcs.org.

TEMPORARY 7TH FLOOR RELOCATION
The unit and patients on the 7th floor at Penrose Hospital are temporarily moved to the 10th floor. The move allows a thorough cleaning and revamp of the 7th floor, including new carpet. The plan is to relocate back by the end of June. Incoming calls to the 7th floor will be automatically forwarded to the 10th floor. Please help get the word out to customers about the temporary relocation. For questions, please contact Rose Ann Moore at 776-5802.

HR AT PENROSE HOSPITAL
The PSF Human Resources Department is delayed in moving back to Penrose Hospital. In the meantime, HR is offering onsite support hours Mondays, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., and Wednesdays, 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. HR representatives will be located in the PH Wellness Center in the E-Tower basement. For questions or more information, please contact Gary Morse at 776-4782 or Cecilia Peat at 776-4785.

ASSOCIATE REMINDERS
• HR forms and policies can be found on DocuShare through “My Virtual Workplace” web site.
• All job postings and applications are online at http://www.penrosestfrancis.org
• Associates who need a computer for compliance training purposes, may contact Education Resources at 776-5186. They have a computer located in a private area. 

Weight Watchers at Work

Weight Watchers at Work is beginning a new session with a FREE information meeting Aug. 5, at 5:30 p.m. in the Penrose Hospital Volunteer Conference Room.  The meeting will include free Weight Watchers snacks and a drawing for Weight Watchers Magazine.  Registration forms and payments will be collected at the meeting.

Weight Watchers is offering a SPECIAL PRICE FOR PSF! The 17 week series is $175.per member ($10.30 per week).  A three part payment plan is available. 

IN ADDITION - HIIP Incentive this session:
Those who renew will receive a 25% DISCOUNT off the series price!
New participants will receive a 20% DISCOUNT off the series price!

Lose weight this fall and feel your absolute best! For more information contact Michelle Somers 776-5034.

200th Anniversary Invitation

Going Green

Going Green Tips of the Week… RECYCLING SOLUTIONS: Goodwill Teams with Dell for Free Computer Recycling Program

Good will Industries of Colorado Springs is partnering with Dell as part of its Reconnect program, which provides an easy, safe and responsible way for the public to recycle used computer equipment.

Donors can drop off any brand of used computer equipment and all accessories in any condition at Goodwill’s retail centers or attended donation trailers.  The proceeds from donated computers will be returned to Goodwill to support its mission of helping people become independent. The unique program is free and don ors will receive a receipt for tax purpose.

For a list of donation sites for the free computer recycling program, contact Goodwill at 635-GIVE or www.goodwill-colosprings.com.  For information on the Reconnect program, visit www.reconnectpartnership.com.

The Going Green Section of the Penrose Pulse was developed to educate and inform Penrose-St. Francis associates, physicians, and volunteers on how to Reduce and Reuse valuable resources.  For questions or to share a tip, please contact Ann Martin at 776-5111 or by email annmartin@centura.org.

Fire House Party

The Old North End Neighborhood Association has invited all Penrose-St Francis associates and their families to a free open house and historical re-dedication neighborhood party at Fire Station #2 from 3-6 p.m., Aug. 1. 

The fire station is located at 314 E. San Miguel St., between Weber and Wahsatch.  Penrose Hospital is part of the Old North End Neighborhood. 
 
The event will include:
 
- Presentation of a historic plaque
- Proclamation by the City Council
- Displays of antique fire-fighting equipment
- Live music
- Games for kids
- Cake and ice cream
 
For more information, visit the Old North End Neighborhood Association website at http://www.oldnorthend.org/index.html.

Cafeteria Menu

For the SFMC menu, please call the daily menu phone line 571-1001.

Penrose Hospital daily lunch menu.

NOTE:  The Penrose Hospital cafeteria hot line will be closed for construction.  A temporary hot line will be in place by the cashier stand, however hot choices will be limited. The salad bar, sandwich bar, and grab and go cooler will remain open and accessible. Nutrition Services will host an outdoor BBQ every Friday during the construction.

MONDAY
Breakfast: Eggs Florentine & Mornay Sauce, Lunch: Sheppard's Pie, Chicken Pineapple Teriyaki, Garlic Butter Crab Cakes, Blackberry Cobbler

TUESDAY
Breakfast: Sausage, Egg & Cheese McMuffin, Lunch: Santa Fe Chicken Eggrolls, Tri -Pepper Beef Fajita's, Beef Chimichanga, Cinnamon Churros

WEDNESDAY
Breakfast: Breakfast Burritos, Lunch: Chicken Tenders, Scallop Seafood Saute w/ mini shells, Meatball Mushroom Marinara, Chocolate Lava Cakes

THURSDAY
Breakfast: Sausage Biscuits & Gravy, Lunch: Pork Chops in Apricot Brown Sauce, Broiled Salmon in White Wine Sauce, Baked Potato Bar, St. Francis Pistachio Cake

FRIDAY
Breakfast: Green Chili Cheese Omelet, Lunch: OUTDOOR BBQ: Bratwurt & sauerkraut, Tahiti Chicken, Burgers, Corn on cob, Chipotle Baked Beans, Cookies, Chips, Lemonade & iced Tea. Inside: Fried Catfish, Chicken Breast Marsala, Apple Cranberry Crisp

SATURDAY
Breakfast: Minnesota Egg Casserole, Lunch: Beer Battered Cod, Meat Lasagna, Chili Dogs, Warm Apple Dumplings

SUNDAY
Breakfast: Pancakes, Lunch: Country Fried Chicken, Cabbage Rolls, Cherry Apple Cobbler

HIIP News

LUNCH ‘N’ LEARN: “New Club HIIP Program for Fiscal Year 2010”
Come celebrate the end of Club HIIP Fiscal Year 2009 and find out about the exciting programs and classes to come with a Potluck Party. A surprise guest is attending and an exciting new incentive will be announced.
*If you are willing to bring something, pick up a sign-up form and enjoy lunch!
Tuesday, SFHC/5th Floor Summit Room, 12:05 - 12:45 p.m.
Tuesday, ASC/2nd Floor Breakroom, 2:05 - 2:45 p.m.
Wednesday, SFMC/Northcare Bldg 2nd Floor Julie Penrose Center, 12:05 - 12:45 p.m.
Thursday, PH/E-Tower Basement Gala Room, 12:05 - 12:45 p.m.

Weight Watchers at Work
Weight Watchers at Work is beginning a new session with a FREE information meeting Aug. 5, at 5:30 p.m. in the Penrose Hospital Volunteer Conference Room.  The meeting will include free Weight Watchers snacks and a drawing for Weight Watchers Magazine.  Registration forms and payments will be collected at the meeting. Weight Watchers is offering a SPECIAL PRICE FOR PSF! The 17 week series is $175.per member ($10.30 per week).  A three part payment plan is available. Lose weight this fall and feel your absolute best! For more information contact Michelle Somers 776-5034.
IN ADDITION - HIIP Incentive this session:
Those who renew will receive a 25% DISCOUNT off the series price!
New participants will receive a 20% DISCOUNT off the series price!

PSF EXTENDED FITNESS CLASSES
Pick up a schedule at HIIP Wall pockets at all sites for a registration form.
Penrose Hospital
Belly Dancing: Session 1: Starts today from 5-6 p.m. in the PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room for 6 weeks
Pilates: Session 1: Starts Wednesday from 5-6 p.m. in the PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room for 5 weeks

WELLNESS CENTER ORIENTATIONS
Please register for orientations via HealthCalc on My Virtual Workplace or call 776-5839, ext 2.
PH Wellness Center- Aug. 13 at 8 a.m.
Anyone over 40 years old must have a physician’s form signed giving permission to use Wellness Centers.
*SFMC Wellness Center Orientations: Please note that if you used to have access to the PCH Wellness Center, you must attend an orientation at SFMC in order to gain access to that facility.

WALKING CLUBS
PH Walking Club: Every Thursday at 7:15-7:50 a.m. outside of valet. Contact Michelle Somers x5034
SFHC Walking Club:  Every Monday at 11:30 a.m. outside of the Foundation building. Contact Tracy x7085
SFMC Walking Club:  Every Tuesday at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. meet outside 1st floor/valet entrance- Winter season- the group will walk the stairs indoors. Contact Rox x11064

Health Learning Center

All classes require pre-registration / cancellation a minimum of 24 hours prior. A $20 no show fee will be billed to the participant if registration not cancelled 24 hours in advance. To register or for more information, please call the Penrose Health Learning Center at 776-3600. 

T’ai Chi – A form of ancient Chinese martial arts that works to improve body awareness, strength and coordination.  Monthly, Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning the first Tuesday of each month 9 to 10 a.m. Aug. 4-27; Sept. 1-24. The cost is $40 for the 4-week session.

Basic Weight Training For All Ages - A wonderful strength and conditioning class for the entire family.  This class will challenge all fitness levels with its varied class format of circuits, resistance training, and core stability training. One hour twice per week for 4-weeks. The class is Mondays and Wednesdays, Aug. 3-26, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.  The cost is $40 for the 4-week session.

Essential Core Training - Core strength and stability is essential in maintaining functional ability for activities of daily living.  Core training is not just sit ups and crunches but incorporates stability muscles from your chest to your knees to create a foundation for all movement.  Come and join us for great workouts and “take home” information, Thursdays, Aug 6-27, 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.  The cost is $30.

Meditation – A body friendly meditation style using holistic movements and music to promote relaxation. The class will help you to quiet your inner dialog, reach a relaxed body and peaceful state of mind. Class is Wednesdays, Sept. 2-23, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The cost is $30.

New! Cover Your Knees – “Cover Your Knees” is a special program being offered this fall to teach girls, their parents and coaches about preventing knee injuries. The program includes an overview of anatomy and risk factors, physical assessments for attending athletes as well as a participatory warm-up and conditioning program. Teams are welcome; parent or coach must accompany the athlete. Appropriate for ages 10-18. An orthopedic doctor, physical therapist, recreational therapist and certified strength and conditioning specialist will present. Tuesday, Aug. 25, 6 to 8 p.m. The cost is $5.  

New! Resistance Training with Bands – Resistance band training is a unique resistance training method that may easily be accomplished at home or work with very little space and just a few varied tensions of bands.  Join us for this creative class that will provide exercises and direction for your mobile training system.  Monday, Sept. 14, 5:30 to 7 p.m.  The cost is $20.

New!  Stretching – If you are like most of us, you were taught the importance of stretching back in grade school.  Science, however, has moved on.  Come learn the latest techniques on effective stretching and how it can improve your overall fitness.   Mondays, Sept. 14-28, 6:30 to 7:15 a.m. The cost is  $23 for 3-weeks. 

Aquatics Classes – The Penrose Health Learning Center in cooperation with Colorado Sports and Spine. A structured class two to three times per week, concentrating on range of motion, overall strengthening and general cardiovascular conditioning.  All Aquatics classes are located at 1625 Medical Center Point (Union and Templeton Gap).  The cost is $46 per month for 2x / week or $66 per month for 3x / week.
- Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 10:30–11:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Monday/Wednesday: 5-6 p.m.
- Monday/Friday: 12:30-1:30 p.m
- Tuesday/Thursday: 8:30-9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 12:30-1:30 p.m

Obituary: Sister Mary Bertha Kelley

Sister Mary Bertha Kelley dies at age 94
S. Mary Bertha began her ministry at Penrose Hospital

DELHI TOWNSHIP, OHIO - Sister of Charity of Cincinnati Mary Bertha Kelley died Saturday, July 18, at the age of 94 in Mother Margaret Hall at the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati Motherhouse, Mount St. Joseph, Ohio. She was born Lenora Agnes Kelley on Aug. 14, 1914, in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of Joseph B. and Bertha (Cramer) Kelley.
 
A Sister of Charity for 69 years, S. Mary Bertha entered the Congregation in 1939. She earned the Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition from the College of Mount St. Joseph, Cincinnati, Ohio in 1944. Sister served as a hospital dietitian in the dioceses of Cincinnati, Ohio, Denver, Colo., Detroit, Mich., and Santa Fe, NM.

Sister began her ministry as a hospital dietitian in 1944 at Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colo., where she served until 1946 and again from 1948-‘52. S. Mary Bertha worked in the same capacity at the following facilities: St. Joseph Hospital, Mt. Clemens, Mich., (1946-’48); St. Joseph Hospital, Albuquerque, NM (1952-’56 and 1963-‘69); St. Vincent Hospital, Santa Fe, NM (1956-’57 and 1961-‘63); Good Samaritan Hospital, Dayton, Ohio (1957-’61); and Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio (1969-’86).

S. Mary Bertha served in retirement ministry at Whitfield House in Clifton (Cincinnati) for several years until her official retirement to the Sisters of Charity Ministry of Prayer. Sister also volunteered as a guide at the Information Desk in the Outpatient Department of Good Samaritan Hospital (Cincinnati). She volunteered at the Intercommunity Justice and Peace Center, Over the Rhine (Cincinnati), as well as helping the Little Sisters of the Poor with parties given by the staff for residents and families.

Sister of Charity Redempta Wittberg remembered, “While living with S. Mary Bertha in Michigan, we lived along the railroad tracks and there was always someone coming to the door looking for a meal. Sister greeted everyone with dignity and respect and never turned anyone away who was hungry.”

S. Mary Bertha volunteered as a dietician in the mid-1980s at St. Joseph Home of Cincinnati. “I remembered her as a very dedicated person who truly cared about the dietary needs of our children. She had many stories to share about her years working in the hospitals. What I will remember most was her gentle smile and the role model she presented to our staff as a Sister of Charity,” said S. Marianne Van Vurst, President and CEO of St. Joseph Home of Cincinnati.

Several nieces and nephews survive S. Mary Bertha.  Her sisters, Margaret Kelley and Mary Rita Jensen and her brothers, Kenneth, Bruce and James Kelley, preceded her in death.
 
Memorials may be made in S. Mary Bertha Kelley’s name to the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati Retirement Fund, 5900 Delhi Rd., Mount St. Joseph, Ohio 45051.
 
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The Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati, whose Motherhouse is located in Delhi Township, a western suburb of Cincinnati, is an apostolic Catholic women’s religious community that exists to carry out the Gospel of Jesus Christ through service and prayer in the world. Sisters, using their professional talents as ministers of education, health care, pastoral and social services, currently live and minister in 17 U.S. states and in Guatemala and Mexico. They also sponsor institutions to address education, health care and social service needs, with particular concern for direct service to the poor. Four hundred and forty five Sisters are joined in mission by 186 Associates.
Visit the Sisters of Charity Web site at www.srcharitycinti.org.