FOCUSFOCUSONGIVINGGIVINGA Newsletter for the Greater Goshen Area

Goshen Hospital and Health Care Foundation, Inc.

July 2010

In this issue

Something Precious Put Aside For Others—The Great Impact of a Foundation

Highlights of Foundation Projects and Grants Since 1969

Congratulations Dr. Schwartzentruber

1926 W. Lincoln Ave., Suite A,

Goshen, IN 46526

574-533-4500www.givetogoshen.org

Volume 3 Issue 2

Something Precious Put Aside for Others—The Great Impact of a Foundation

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“This pump is all right as of June, 1932. I put a new sucker washer into it and it ought to last five years. But the washer dries out and the pump has got to be primed. Under the white rock I buried a bottle of water in it to prime the pump, but not if you drink some first. Pour about one-fourth and let her soak to wet the leather. Then pour in the rest medium fast and pump like crazy. You’ll git water. The well has never run dry. Have faith. When you git watered up, fill the bottle and put it back like you found it for the next feller.” (Signed) DESERT PETE

P.S. Don’t go drinking up the water first. Prime the pump with it and you’ll get all you can hold. (From Bruce Larson’s Dare to Live Now”)

In 1987, Foundation Director, Laurie Hardie began her newsletter article, entitled, “What is a Foundation?” with the above story. She went on to say, “Th is is the great impact of a Foundation: something precious put aside to be used when it’s greatly needed by others.”

A “google search” reveals that Desert Pete’s story is also told in a song by the Kingston Trio. Refl ecting on the last four decades, we see that the lessons of “Desert Pete” live on in the spirit of those who shaped our Foundation.

Value the wisdom of those who came before—Th e men and women who started our Foundation understood that the world was rapidly changing. Th ey knew that by putting aside vital resources and stewarding them carefully, they would be ensuring the availability of outstanding health care close to home.

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Special 40th Anniversary Issue

Highlights of Foundation Projects and Grants Since 1969

Funds EstablishedMichael Chapman Medical School Education Fund*• Schrock Nursing Education Fund*• Auxiliary Allied Health Education Fund*• Medically Indigent Fund*• Lifeline Program*•

Grants ProvidedRenovations for 2 North at Goshen General Hospital• Prenatal Education Program*• Lifeline Program*•

Howard Brembeck, our fi rst board president discusses with Ron Gunden the scholarship granted from the Michael Chapman Medical Education Fund. Th e Fund was started in memory of Michael Chapman to assist medical students in furthering their education. Th is Fund was later used to open the Michael Chapman Unit for Sub Acute Care.

Th e home of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Penn located on South Main Street, Goshen was donated to the Foundation in 1971. Th is was one of the fi rst large gifts to the Foundation. Mr. Penn said that he donated his home because of his “many warm feelings for this community.”

Laurie Hardie (pictured with her husband, Andy) began as Foundation Director in 1976. Laurie was personally responsible for starting the LIFELINE program, which was operated under the direction of the Foundation for a number of years before the Hospital assumed supervision of its operation. Th e Foundation continues to support this program by assisting with the purchase of lifeline units. Each year, approximately 400 local people are able to live independently because of these units.

1970-1979

Since 1969, the Goshen Hospital & Health Care Foundation has been committed to promoting health in our area by supporting the programs and services of Goshen General Hospital and the communities it serves. Th e Foundation has over 50 Funds that support various programs and services at GGH.

Below is a limited timeline highlighting just some of the programs, Funds and grants made possible by caring people like you over our fi rst four decades.

We continue to expand with new programs and Funds to better serve our friends and neighbors. Now, you can get up to date information, make a donation or download a loan application on our new website www.givetogoshen.org. Th ank you for your constant support. Without you, none of this would be possible.

*Th ose funds or programs marked with an asterisk indicate ongoing service.

Th e Schrock Nursing Education Loan Fund was started in 1969 by Anna Schrock. Since that time hundreds of people have benefi ted from this fund. Th e Schrock family continues to be involved with the Schrock Loan Committee. Pictured: 2010 Schrock Loan Committee members: front, Laura Ann Martin, Committee Chair Person and Schrock Family Representative; Elizabeth Gunden, RN, MSN, CNA, Administrative Director, Goshen Birth Center, back row: Libby Morrical, Schrock Family Representative; Vicky Kirkton, BSN, MN, Director of Nursing, Goshen College; Pam Karsen, RN, BSN, MBA, NEA-BC, VP, Nursing Services and Chief Nursing Offi cer, GGH; Carol Ebersole, Executive Director, Goshen Hospital and Health Care Foundation.

Center for Cancer Care • Research and Clinical Trials Program-multiple grantsMobile C-arm imaging • machine for use in surgeryFidler Nursing Continuing • Education-training for Magnet recertifi cation

In addition to the community services, health organizations, school and scholarship/loan programs, your generosity has enabled the Foundation toprovide $1,231,499 to Goshen Health System over the past fi ve years.

A review of the last four decades teaches us that the Goshen Hospital and Health Care Foundation is about more than programs and funds. It is about people and families giving back to their communities and building a legacy of caring along the way.

(Harold and Donna Schrock, above and Doug Schrock, left) Mr. Harold Schrock served on the GGH Board and was one of the people responsible for starting the Foundation. He is a President Emeritus for the Foundation and so is his son, Doug Schrock who has also served on the Hospital and Foundation board over the years.

2000-2010 Grants Provided continued

Funds EstablishedFidler Nursing Continuing Education • Program*Dale Family Nursing Scholarship Program*• Michael Chapman Unit for SubAcute Care•

Grants ProvidedAdult Day Care Center at Greencroft• Goshen D.A.R.E. Program established• CAPS Healthy Families Program• Diabetic Education Program expansion• CPR training for area day care center • employeesTh e Window/Meals on Wheels Program• Circle of Caring Birth Place renovation • at GGHPurchased 100 Infant Car Seats for • low-income familiesMaple City Health Care• -diabetic supplies for uninsured /underinsured patients-for the Pregnancy Program to provide support to expectant mothers (including delivery, breast feeding post-partum home visits)American Lung Association “Camp Super Kids”-provided scholarships • for local children to attend campBoys and Girls Club of Goshen-to renovate a new kitchen• Diabetes Prevention/Early Detection Program with Michelle Shelley, MD*• Community-wide Smoking Awareness Program in conjunction with • Center for Cancer Care

(Dr. Shaun and Mariellen Gunderson) In 1986, Dr. Gunderson and Laurie Hardie spear-headed an endowment campaign which later became known as the Caring Club. Today the Caring Club membership continues to grow and their generosity and foresight provide promise for the future.

1990-1999

(John and Lois Fidler with Mimi Lind) In 1993, the Fidler Nursing Continuing Education Program was started in memory of Elizabeth (Betty) Fidler. Contributions from this fund provided necessary training and credentialing for GGH to receive prestigious Magnet Status Recognition 2004 and 2009. Th e Foundation has contributed over $35,000 toward the vital continuing education and Magnet Conference attendance that led to this honor.

Funds EstablishedChaplaincy • Program Fund*Physical Th erapy Fund*• Hospice/Care At Home Fund*•

Grants ProvidedBristol Medical Plaza• Oaklawn-furnishings for patient rooms• Greencroft Fitness Program-equipment purchase• Cardiac Rehabilitation Program*• Allocated $100,000 to the capital campaign at • Goshen General HospitalCAPS (Child Abuse Prevention Services dba • Child and Parent Services)– Parent EducationTh e Window-in support of health related programs • to low income personsAlcohol Council in Elkhart County-provided seed money• Community Smoking Cessation Program at Goshen General Hospital•

1980-1989

In 1999, the Foundation donated our building to meet the needs of the Goshen Center for Cancer Care expansion.

Funds EstablishedMyra Brembeck Palliative Care Fund*• HeartStrings Sisters Fund (for screening and • mammograms for uninsured/underinsured women in need)*Enid Swanson Nursing Scholarship*• Th e Retreat Women’s Health Center Fund*•

Grants ProvidedRetreat Latino Women’s Early Detection and • Screening Health FairWellness exercise equipment and heart rate • monitors for GreencroftGGH Healthy Generations pilot “Get Fit Get • Healthy Program” Center for Healing and Hope-renovation costs • related to relocationFidler Nursing Continuing Education Fund• -Accreditation Fees for GGH to become an American Nurses Credentialing Center Maple City Health Care Center-provide • prescription medications to needy uninsured/underinsured patientsProvided four portable Automatic External • Defi brillators for local schoolsUnderwrote the cost of a Multicultural Task • Force for GGHChaplaincy Program Fund educational and grief • support materialsCenter for Cancer Care “True Celebration” • -sponsor for fi rst annual “True Celebration” event-funds to plant trees in honor of cancer survivors for multiple yearsNew Chapel construction project• Children with a Diff erence Program-parent • education and trainingNew Tel-a-Health units for Care At Home • Services“Way to Go Kids” fi tness program for children • struggling with obesityCenter for Cancer Care “Survivor Holiday • Reception”Red Cross Disaster Center supplies for • Middlebury, Nappanee, Elkhart and GoshenCooling Blanket for the Emergency Department• Infant warmer for Circle of Caring Birthplace• Portable Ultrasound Unit in conjunction with • Goshen Hospital Auxiliary

Foundation Leadership Th rough the Decades—Laurie Hardie, Director of the Foundation from 1976-1992 when she “semi-re-tired”, Dr. Jack Clark is director Emeritus, Carol Ebersole Foun-dation Director since 2006, and Scott Bradford, Director from 1992-2006.

In 2010, Dr. Doug Schwartzentruber was one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Infl uential People in the World for his work in cancer Research. In the past fi ve years, the Foundation has contributed over $186,000 for Clinical Trials and Cancer Research. Th e Foundation has contributed $748,000 to the Center for Cancer Care since its inception. Dr. Schwartzentruber and his wife, Diane White, became Caring Club members in 2009.

2000-2010

MissionThe mission of the Goshen Hospital and Health Care Foundation is to assist and support the programs and projects of Goshen General Hospital and the communities it serves. The Foundation provides a venue for individuals to effectively direct their resources to meet community health care needs in signifi cant ways.

ValuesCollaboration—Working collaboratively with partners enhancing the community and increasing overall effectiveness.

Acts of Stewardship—Effectively managing, growing, and distributing well intended gifts.

Recognized for Integrity—Operating with integrity, ethics, and a values-based perspective.

Entrust—Building and preserving trust through predictable, values-driven behaviors.

VisionThe vision of the Goshen Hospital and Health Care Foundation is to be viewed as a foundation of excellence in the communities it serves.

Have faith and make a commitment—It would be easy for a thirsty desert dweller to quickly gulp down the water Desert Pete had left behind without giving a thought to the future. Th ere was no guarantee that his advice would pay off . Gratefully, our predecessors had faith to commit their time, wealth and credibility to building a lasting and healthy future.

To give is better than to receive—Th ose who have been part of the Foundation do so with the understanding that nothing worth having comes free. Th ey worked hard and sacrifi ced to build an organization and reputation that could be trusted and relied upon later.

So we fi nd some 20 years later, that the answer to Laurie Hardie’s question is still the same. A Foundation is a group of wise, faithful, committed and selfl ess people who have “put something precious aside to be used when it’s greatly needed by others.”

“You've got to prime the pump. You must have faith and believe. You've got to give of yourself 'fore you're worthy to receive.”—Th e Kingston Trio

Something Precious continued

Goshen Hospital & Health Care Foundation extends congratulations to Dr. Schwartzentruber on on being named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Infl uential People in the World for his work in cancer research.

We are proud to have the honor of recognizing Dr. Schwartzentruber, his achievements and dedication and for being a part in the fi ght against cancer.

In the past fi ve years, Goshen Hospital & Health Care Foundation has contributed over $186,000 for Clinical Trials and Cancer Research at the Goshen Center for Cancer Care.

You can join the fi ght against cancer and partner with us to provide funds for Clinical Trials and Cancer Research at Goshen Center for Cancer Care.

Congratulations Dr. Schwartzentruber!

For more information on giving a gift, please contactGoshen Hospital and Health Care Foundation

574-533-4500

or make your donation on-line at www.givetogoshen.org

Give a gift. Leave a legacy.

Current Project OpportunityThe Goshen Hospital and Health Care Foundation has committed $165,000 to Goshen General Hospital for the new Mobile C-Arm imaging machine for Surgery Services. If you wish to contribute towards this project, please mark your donation for hospital equipment.