The Flu ends with You!

Its time to start thinking about your annual flu shot. Click on the photo below to watch a short (3 minute) video about why we should all get our flu shots this year. You will most likely recognize the people in the video as they are all closely connected to Penrose-St. Francis.

Watch for details on our upcoming flu shot clinics at Penrose Hospital and SFMC.

Conversations with Women

The Heat is On

Symptoms of menopause can greatly diminish your quality of life, but the treatment options are sometimes controversial. Is hormone therapy safe? What are the risks of using bioidentical hormones? In this program, our experts will discuss the latest research into hormone supplements and help you understand how to weigh the risks and benefits based on your individual health profile.

Free refreshments will be provided.
Date: Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: Julie Penrose Health Education and Research Center
(Northcare Building on the St. Francis Medical Center campus)
6071 E. Woodmen Road
Cost: FREE
For more information and to register, call 776-5052.

Play it Safe!

Click on the flyer for a printable version.

Chili Cookoff

Nutrition Services is looking for two departments who are up to the Challenge of a Chili Cook-off! 

Interested?

If you think you make the best chili ever then…. Step up to our Challenge!

Where: Penrose Hospital Cafeteria
When: October 19th
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The deadline to accept the Challenge is September 19th.

Chili must be homemade (no bought chili accepted). Please bring your recipe to display the day your chili will be judged.

Chili must be made at home and then brought to Nutrition Services Cafeteria where we will have a warmer to keep warm until the judging at noon. Please bring a crock pot in which to put your chili in for serving purposes. We will be giving small samples of the chili to guests and associates.

Interested? Please call 5188.

Better Bites

You spoke … we listened.  Beginning in October, the Better Bites program will make it easier and less expensive for you to eat delicious, healthy foods at both Penrose Hospital and St. Francis Medical Center. One of the healthy items is a turkey burger. Not only do they taste great, but they will be less expensive than the hamburgers and much healthier for you. 

For a free sample come to the kick-off event at SFMC on Oct. 5th from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and at Penrose Hospital on Oct. 6th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Magnet: Journey to the Peak

Magnet is an evidence based culture and practice that encourages and recognizes excellence! Magnet is a journey of learning, developing best practices in clinical care, and collaborating to be the best – the best hospital, the best nursing associates, the best with patient satisfaction and the best outcomes for every one of our patients! Magnet is an award given a hospital after they demonstrate excellence in leadership and patient care.  Our goal is Magnet in 2012! We believe PSFHS is Magnet Quality. Are YOU Magnet?  Get ready!     Deb Nussdorfer, Magnet Coordinator, 776-2886

Pikes Peak Challenge

This group of people took the challenge and represented Penrose-St. Francis on Saturday and hiked to the summit of Pikes Peak as part of the Pikes Peak Challenge. The goal of this event was to raise awareness for millions of Americans who live with brain injuries.

Hikers not pictured include: Eric Grieb, Dr. House, Amy Anderson, Kathy Graef, Lorisa Somers, Julie Englert and Brooke Kramer.

2011 PSF Art Show

Click on the flyer for a printable version.

Click on the flyer for a printable version.

Distracted Driving

Distractions are the leading cause of motor vehicle crashes. The number one distraction–cell phones! Did you know that drivers who use cell phones are four times more likely to be involved in a car accident? According to one public opinion poll, 81 percent of the public admits to talking on a cell phone while driving. Using a cell phone while driving, whether hand-held or hand-free, delays a driver’s reactions as much as having a blood alcohol concentration at the legal limit of .08 percent. Remember, a life is more important than the next call!

News Briefs

The Association of Fundraising Professionals-Southern Colorado announced the recipients of the 2011 fundraising awards: The 2011 Outstanding Fundraising Executive Award went to Jim Brozo, the vice president for Penrose-St. Francis Health Foundation. His background spans more than 25 years in the nonprofit sector. He has presented at the 2007 AFP International Conference in addition to multiple seminars for trust officers, financial planners, senior citizens, and area nonprofit organizations.

Click on the flyer for a printable version.

Penrose-St. Francis Health Services has joined with our sister facilities of Medallions and Namaste’ in the Walk to end Alzheimer’s. 

Where:             
America the Beautiful Park
126 Cimino Dr.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

When:              
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Event Check-In - 7:30 AM
Walk to End Alzheimer's - 9:00 AM
WE WALK RAIN OR SHINE

Join the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's™ and unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions. With more than 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer's, and nearly 11 million more serving as caregivers, the time to act is now!

When you register for Walk to End Alzheimer's, you're joining an unstoppable force of thousands of people who are standing up to this devastating disease.

Our journey starts now. It's easy to join our team:

Register. It takes just a few minutes online.
Start a team. Participating in Walk to End Alzheimer's is even more fun with a group. Ask your co-workers, family and friends to walk as a team. You'll be amazed at how many people want to help.

New this year, each registered participant will receive a Promise Flower. These symbolic flowers represent the promises we have come together to fulfill. Promises to honor, to remember, to care and to fight. These Promise Flowers represent the diverse reasons we have gathered, and together they will create a dynamic, colorful and meaningful garden when personalized and carried by registered participants in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Blue:               I have Alzheimer's
Yellow:           I am supporting or caring for someone with Alzheimer's
Purple:            I have lost someone to Alzheimer's
Orange:          I support the cause and a vision of a world without Alzheimer's

Strive News

Strive News, September 11-18

PLAY IT SAFE: Prevent Injury and Trauma in the GAME of LIFE!
Julie Penrose Health and Education Center
Wednesday, September 21st from 5:30-7:00 pm
Play it safe with all the FREE fun filled activities and education for kids, teens, parents, and older adults:
• Education session on trauma and injury prevention for all ages from Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Robert Nagy
• Flight for Life helicopter and ambulance tours
• Car accident seatbelt simulator provided by MasterDrive
• Texting and distracted driving Nintendo Wii simulations
• Balance assessment and fall prevention
• Shaken baby simulator and prevention
• And much more
Provided by Penrose-St. Francis STRIVE Wellness Program, Trauma, Emergency Services, and Rehab Departments.

SEPTEMBER HIKING CLUB
There will not be a hike in September due to the number community walks this month.

SMALL GROUP TRAINING
What is the #1 new trend in fitness? The answer is Small Group Training! Small Group Training offers you a chance to interface with a Personal Trainer, but differs from a group fitness class because the sessions are limited to 3-6 participants and are 30 min in duration. Also, the training is specific to each participant’s goals, and not just for general fitness purposes.  Get the benefits of personal training with the energetic mood of working in a group!  Call now to schedule your session!

The cost of each 30 minute class is $10 per participant
Please call Jenna at 776-7494 or email her at JennaFlorea@centura.org to sign up!  You must pre-register to attend and you must have gym access to participate.

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES—NEW CLASSES ADDED!
Penrose Hospital

Body Toning
Mondays, A:11:45-12:15pm   B:12:20-12:50pm   *A/B: 11:45-12:50pm
Session 3 A/B: September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17 (Skip September 5)

De-stress Fitness Express: Tuesdays       *NEW CLASS!
How can you fit exercise into your busy day?  Are you too worried about getting sweaty for work?  Then this is the class for you!  In this express workout, join Kristine Barrett, certified group instructor, and you will get a great workout and finish feeling rejuvenated, stronger, and ready to conquer the rest of your day.  Pair this class with De-stress Stretch and feel even more rejuvenated! 
Session 1: Tuesdays, 12:15-12:45 pm: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25

De-stress Stretch: Tuesdays        *NEW CLASS!
Lengthen and relax your muscles with a breath inspired mid-day stretch class.  Follow Jenna Florea, certified group instructor, as you dissolve your worries and unwind by stretching those tense areas of the neck, back, and lower body.  Pair the class with De-stress Fitness Express, or take 30 minute break to stretch.  You will leave feeling balanced, energized, and ready to take on the day!
Session 1: Tuesdays, 12:50-1:20 pm: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25

St. Francis Medical Center

De-stress Fitness Express: Wednesdays               *NEW CLASS
How can we fit exercise into our busy day?  Are you too worried about getting sweat for work?  Then this is the class for you!  In this express workout join Kristine Barrett, certified group instructor, and you will get a great workout and will finish feeling rejuvenated, stronger, and ready to conquer the rest of your day.
Session 5: Wednesdays 12:00-12:30pm, September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12

Yoga:
Session 6: Mondays 5-6:15pm, September 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24

Zumba: Tuesdays             *NEW CLASS!
Ditch the workout and join the party with Nicole Miller, certified Zumba instructor! This high energy class fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away, sculpt your body, and burn fat.  Add some Latin flavor and international zest into the mix and you've got a Zumba class! 
All fitness levels welcome!
*Classes are held in Conference Room 4 on the first floor of SFMC. 
Session 1: Tuesdays 4:15-5:05pm, September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18

GYM ORIENTATIONS
There is no need to sign up for the gym orientation, you just need to simply show up.  To view the full 2011 schedule, please sign in to www.healthcalc.net/penrose and click on Gym Orientation Schedule.  Please call 776-7393 for questions.
September 2011 Gym Orientations
 Tuesday, September 13th  :  4:00p.m. at Penrose Main
 Thursday, September 29th : 4:15 p.m. at St. Francis Medical Center.
 Thursday, September 29th: 11:30 a.m. at Penrose Main

MASSAGES
Massages will be starting up again October. Contact Laura Ryan at 776-7393 at the end of September if you are interested in an October massage.

WALKING CLUBS
PH Walking Club: Every Thursday at 7:15-7:50 a.m. outside of valet.
Contact Erin Heberlein x7394
SFMC Walking Club:  Every Tuesday at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. meet outside 1st floor/valet entrance. If temperature is below 30 degrees- cancelled. Contact Rox x11064

HEALTH SCREENING 2011:  Did you complete your follow-up intervention from STRIVE’s annual Health Screening? If not, contact Laura Ryan at 776-7393 to register for 1 of the 14 various programs being offered to STRIVE’s Health Screening 2011 participants!

Cafeteria Menu

PENROSE HOSPITAL Breakfast & Lunch Menu
(for more choices including Dinner, call # 776-5408)
For SFMC menu, please call menu line at # 571-1001

MONDAY
Breakfast
Western Breakfast Skillet, Eggs Florentine, Sausage & Biscuits
Lunch
Garlic Crab Cakes, Chicken Teriyaki, Shepherd's Pie, Mac & Cheese,
Rueben Sandwich, Baked Potato Bar, Grilled Chicken, Blackberry Cobbler.

TUESDAY
Breakfast
French Toast & Syrup, Sausage, Egg-Cheese McMuffin, Chipped Beef
Lunch
Beef Taco Bowl, Bistro Beef & Cheddar Panini, Beef Chimichanga,
Jalapeño Poppers, Chicken Fajita's, Santa Fe Egg Rolls, Cinnamon Churros.

WEDNESDAY
Breakfast
Fruit Topped Pancakes, Sausage Gravy & Biscuits, Red Potato Fries
Lunch
Scallop & Seafood Sauté, Swiss Tuna & Tomato Melt, Chicken Tenders
Mushroom Meatball Marinara & Pasta, Chocolate Lava Cakes.

THURSDAY
Breakfast
Denver Omelet, Waffles, Breakfast Burrito, Green Chili ,Shredded Hash Brown
Lunch
Jalapeño  Poppers, Vietnamese "Pho" Noodle Bowl, Pork Chop Apricot Sauce,
White Wine Salmon, Mile High Panini, Baked Potato Bar, Pistachio Cake.

FRIDAY
Breakfast
Bagel Breakfast Sandwich, Green Chili Omelet, Sausage/Biscuit, Tater Tots
Lunch
Beef Bacon Cabernet Stew, Fried Catfish, Turkey Bacon Club Panini
Chicken Marsala, BBQ Hot Wings, Mozzarella Sticks, Apple Cranberry Crisp.

SATURDAY
Breakfast
Minnesota Baked Casserole, Chipped Beef & Biscuit, Hash Browns
Lunch
Beer Battered Fish, Popcorn Chicken, Meat Lasagna, Rosemary Potatoes,
Chili, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Long Green Beans, Apple Dumplings.

SUNDAY
Breakfast
Pancakes & Syrup, Red Potato Fries, Grits, Eggs & Sausage & Ham
Lunch
Fried Chicken, Cabbage Rolls, Patty Melts, Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes,
Fresh Cut French Fries, Green Peas, Cherry Apple Cobbler.