LMH Health
Volunteers Mission
The LMH Health Volunteers Organization shall assist and support LMH Health and its patients, staff, physicians, and visitors in providing support for the delivery of quality healthcare in accordance with the objectives established by the institution. The LMH Health Volunteers Organization shall be an integral part of LMH Health and shall exist exclusively for charitable purposes.
LMH Health VolunteersVisionStatement
Serving Together to Support Quality Healthcare in Our Community.
2023 - 2025 LMH Health Volunteer Board Membership
Karin Rexroad President
Linda Wilhite Treasurer
Stephanie Stewart Secretary
Diane Spicer Member-at-Large
Shari Raybern Member-at-Large
Charles Decedue Finance Chair
Becky Holm Governance Chair
Robert Fieger Past President Vice President position
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Summary of Year - 2024 Highlights & Accomplishments
June 2024 (continued)
Gift Shop Happy Hours happened on Friday, June
28 The sale made $800 between 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm when the Summer Sale officially started Shane continued to on-board Adult and Junior volunteers for the summer, while putting a pause on the College students until Nicole started in July
Lew Nolan resigned as president of the LMH Health Volunteer Board
Valet expanded hours to 4:30 pm starting on June
10 We have tripled the number of cars we have parked in one month’s time!
July 2024
Nicole Olson started on Tuesday, July 9 as the new Volunteer Services Supervisor
Oncology Renovation Update: The first half of the parking lot was regraded and lowered Asphalt was poured and the now blocked off and will be regraded For the duration of the oncology renovation it will serve as a staging space Karin Rexroad was appointed President of the Volunteer Board by out-going President Lew Nolan. Karin has chosen to leave the Vice President role vacant until nomination next spring
Gift Shop had the annual Sidewalk Sale July 25-26 We adjusted the store hours to be open for staff who work overnight On Thursday until 10:00 pm, we had merchandise priced at 50% off From 10:00 pm1:00 am, staff who work overnight got first dibs at 75% off that would traditionally start on Friday at 10:00 am Pictured above (lef) Jan Poulsen helps to organize merchandise and (right) Mary Higgins and Robin Gaschler help work Late Night for the Sidewalk Sale!
Nominations for the Wallace May Quarterly Awards opened up on July 22.
PET Scan Open House was on July 18. Karin Rexroad helped with food and beverages
Valet hits a new record of 62 cars in one day WOW!
August 2024
Oncology Renovation - The east side of the main parking lot is now blocked off and will be regraded and used for staying for the remainder of the oncology renovation
Wallace May Quarterly Awards are officially back
The recipients for Quarter
2024 include:
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Lauren
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Scholarship checks are written for the 2024-25 school year from the LMH Volunteers organization
$12,000 in scholarships was awarded!
The Nurse Volunteers help with a project at the Primary Care Clinic - 6th Street & Folks.
Shane is now attending the Nurse Volunteers meeting that happens on a quarterly basis
Valet tips have contributed to more than $2,000 in donations to the LMH Foundation since valet reopened a year ago
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Shirley Anderson (top left)She volunteers in Mario’s Closet
the Information Desk Pictured with Shirley is Melissa Beyerlein (left) Becky Holm (top right)- She volunteers in the Pain Management Clinic
Reimer (bottom left)She volunteers in Oncology Pictured with Lauren is Karin Rexroad (right)
Shari Raybern (left)
Marguerite Lockwood Volunteer of the Year Award
Marguerite Lockwood was one of the founding members of the LMH Auxiliary She was a long-time volunteer up until her death in 2002. Marguerite was know for her dedication to Same Day Surgery where she was assigned She was professional and a member of the department. Selection for this award is based on ongoing commitment to volunteering at LMH, maintaining high standards as a volunteer and dedication to their service area
Mary Freeman
Mary Freeman embodies the spirit of volunteerism and dedication, making a lasting impact on LMH Health through her years of service Since beginning her volunteer journey in 2008, Mary has contributed nearly 3,000 hours, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to supporting patients, families, and staff
Currently volunteering twice a week in Surgery Waiting, Mary provides comfort and guidance to patients and their loved ones during critical moments Her presence is not only a source of reassurance but also a testament to her deep compassion and dedication Beyond her regular shifts, Mary actively supports hospital initiatives, assisting with special events in the Gift Shop and the annual Holiday Plant Sale fundraiser for scholarships
Mary’s leadership extends beyond her volunteer duties, as she has served on numerous committees and the LMH Volunteer Board, helping to shape and enhance the volunteer program She is also a dedicated mentor, providing guidance and support to new volunteers in Surgery Waiting, ensuring they feel confident and prepared in their roles
Her outstanding commitment to service, leadership, and mentorship exemplifies the highest standards of volunteerism It is with great appreciation that we recognize Mary Freeman as this year’s Marguerite Lockwood Volunteer of the Year Congratulations, Mary, and thank you for your remarkable dedication!
PastAwardWinners
2004 Bea Carlson and Reathyl Brummett
2005 Barbara Huyser and Levi Daniels
2006 Gaye Groene and Martha Jane Kukuk
2007 Jackie Shmalberg
2008 Mary Lou Holcomb
2009 Beverly Van Dyke and Wallace May
2010 Madge Compton
2011 Geneva Pohl
2012 Lorna Allen
2013 Marge Haney and Shirley Anderson
2014 Helen Cobb and Lew Nolan
2015 Julie Hack and Dorothy Miller
2016 Marian Wilbur and Alan Fisher
2017 Paula Carlson
2018 Charlyne Michnick
2019 Dianna Nelson
2020 Bob Williams
2022 Jan Pollard and Michael Miller
2023 Ellen Neis and Proctor Crow
2024 Christine Halbert and Marolyn Anderson
The fiscal year runs from February 1 to January 31 each year. To align the Gift Shop budget with LMH and the Foundation, the 2025 budget will be an eleven month budget. In 2026, the Gift Shop will return to a twelve month budget (January 1 through December 31)
The ‘Total Profit’ from the LMH Health Gift Shop and Mario’s Closet is used to reimburse the salaries of the Gift Shop Manager and Coordinator positions, as well as fund the primary gift given to the hospital each year. Continued support of the retail shops at LMH Health directly supports new technology, patient access and care, and expansion projects.
Financial Gifts to the LMH Health Foundation
The Gift Shop was able to give $30,252 towards the Foundation pledge In 2024 This was made In quarterly installments to help break up the donation over the course of the year like in 2023 To date, $85,004 82 has been raised of the $250,000 goal, which leaves $164,995 18 The pledge towards Patient Outcomes Initiative for Technology is estimated to be completed in 2031
The Gift Shop was able to give $34,500 towards the Foundation pledge in 2023 This was made in quarterly installments to help break up the donation over the course of the year Those installments were paid in April, September, and November to the LMH Health Volunteers, who then paid the Foundation The overall timeline to pay this pledge back will likely surpass the original five-year goal The Foundation has assured the LMH Health Volunteers Board that extending the payment timeline is acceptable and does not pose any issue for them or for us
The LMH Health Volunteer Board planned to pay an installment of $46,000 towards the latest pledge to the Foundation. Due to unexpected financial challenges in early 2023, the LMH Health Volunteers were not able to make this payment The 2022 pledge will be moved to 2027 Starting in 2023, the Board will continue the installments towards the pledge, paying quarterly towards each year’s installment of $46,000
The LMH Health Volunteer Board made a pledge of $250,000 over the next five years for the Improved Patient Outcomes Initiative for Technology A gift of $20,000 was given to the LMH Health Foundation towards this pledge
LMH Health Volunteer Fundraising and Scholarships
Scholarship
Awardees:
2024 - 2025 Academic Year
The LMH Health Volunteers award three new high school students a $1,000 scholarship, renewable for a total of 4 years for students who are anticipating healthcare majors and who maintain a B average GPA. The following students have received scholarship contributions this past school year:
Julia Bourquin
Ling Clobes
Evan Darrow
Cassidy Dunn
Havayah Harvat
Abby Keltner
Ayla Nguyen
Maira Munoz Garcia
Christopher Oral
Shivani Patel
Grace Schieferecke
Elizabeth Shew
Nursing, University of Kansas Medical Center
Pre-Nursing, Wichita State University
Chemical Engineering/pre-med, University of Kansas
Nursing, University of Kansas
Pre-Med, Kansas State University
Nursing, Washburn University
BA/MD program, University of Missouri - KC School of Medicine
Nursing, University of Kansas Medical Center
Ecology, Evolution, & Organismal Biology, University of Kansas
Exercise Science/pre-med, University of Kansas
Medical Microbiology, Kansas State University
Speech Pathology, University of Nebraska at Kearney
Noah Pultz-Earl
Chase Reed
Lauren Reimer
Zackary Ridder
Olivia Romero
MyKayla Romme
Megan Schalley
Ella Schiller
Rylee Senger
Gavin Sergi
Service Anniversary Pins
Lila Shepard
Peyton Simons
Griffin Slover
Joy Song
Lola Stuhlsatz
Jacob Svehla
Daniel Tomicich
Nathan Voos
Andrea Walters
Bob Wandel
Mia Wasilewski
Walter Waxman
Jaylen Weston
Jeremiah Whitson
Katelynn Tourtillott
Mei Ling Upp
Kathy Vo
Celebrating 10 years of service (started in 2015)
Celebrating 20 years of service (started in 2005)
Tristan Willson
Aspen Wilson
Molly Wright
Celebrating 15 years of service (started in 2010)
Celebrating 25 years of service (started in 2000)
KarrenDoug
RosieFrench LucasMcCue JenniferMcCue
Jan Pollard
Claire Rice
NEW POLICY - Expenditures of Funds
Approved by the LMH Volunteer Board
The LMH Health Volunteer Board approved an Expenditures of Funds policy for funds that are availabletotheVolunteerorganizationfromtheVolunteer’saccountthatisthroughtheLMHHealth Foundation
Fromtimetotime,variousdonorsandothersourcesprovidefundstotheLMHHealthFoundationto assisttheLMHVolunteersintheirwork,helpingpatientsandvisitorshaveaspositiveexperienceas possiblewhenataLMHHealthcampus. thegeneralpurposeofthesegiftsisto“makethevolunteer experience better” and to show the appreciation the donors have for the services rendered by the volunteers. Funds from the LMH Health Foundation Volunteer’s Account may be expended for the followingactivities,servicesand/ormaterialsthat:
Enhancethevolunteerexperienceforallvolunteers
Facilitatethevolunteer’sduties
Helpthevolunteerassistthepatient
Helpthevolunteerassistvisitorsorguests
HelpVolunteerServicesstaffrecruitnewvolunteers
HelpthegiftShoptobetterservevisitorsandcustomerstoimproveprofitability
Supportvolunteerappreciationactivities
TheVolunteersFoundationAccountfundsshouldnotbeusednormaloperationsthatarethedirect responsibilityofLMHHealth
Requests for the use Volunteer’s Foundation Account funds should be made to the Volunteer Finance Committee. Any volunteer or any paid staff member of Volunteer Services Manager, or VolunteerServicesSupervisorwhowillconveytherequesttotheVolunteerFinanceCommittee
NurseVolunteersplayavitalroleatLMHHealth,bringingtheir expertiseandclinicalskillstosupportspecialprojectsthatrequ thecredentialsofaregisterednurse.Theircontributionsenhanc patientcare,streamlinehospitalinitiatives,andextendLMH Health’soutreachintothecommunity
Thisyear,LMHNurseVolunteersprovidedessentialassistancea FluShotClinics,ensuringefficientvaccineadministrationand promotingpublichealth Additionally,theycollaboratedwithDr Tabanor-Gayle,rheumatologyphysician,toupdatepatientchar helpingmaintainaccurateandup-to-datemedicalrecords Thei effortsnotonlysupportedclinicalworkflowsbutalsoimproved theoverallpatientexperience.
Lookingaheadto2025,NurseVolunteerswillexpandtheirimpactbyassistingwithbloodpressure screeningsatthepubliclibrary,furtheringLMHHealth’scommitmenttocommunitywellnessand preventivecare
Theirdedication,professionalism,andwillingnesstoservemakeaprofounddifferencebothwithinthe hospitalandbeyondLMHHealthisgratefulfortheirexpertiseandcontinuedcommitmenttoimproving thehealthandwell-beingofourcommunity
Nurse Volunteers
Viki Peterson Oncology Volunteer
3/4/1952 - 2/16/2024
Julie Hack
Admissions Volunteer
7/21/1929 - 11/16/2024
In Memoriam
Marian Wilbur Information Desk
8/7/1932 - 4/16/2024
Marty Shaw Escort/Wayfinder
9/11/1939 - 11/23/2024
Bob Williams Escort/Wayfinder
3/10/1936 - 3/19/2025
John Spurgeon Oncology Volunteer
8/25/1949 - 11/20/2024
Frances Lintecum Escort/Wayfinder
5/26/1933 - 3/1/2025
Volunteers give the most precious gift-- time We want to honor and remember the volunteers who are no longer with us, recognizing the lasting impact they made on our patients, visitors, and staff Their generosity of spirit continues to inspire us, reminding us that the time they gave was not just measured in hours, but in the lives they touched
As we reflect on their contributions, we carry forward their legacy of compassion, service, and care. Their gift of time remains a guiding light, and we are forever thankful for the difference they made
Volunteer Services Staff
Shane Heiman, Volunteer Services Manager
Nicole Olson, Volunteer Services Supervisor
Cindy Kruger, Gift Shop Manager
Jen Crowe, Gift Shop Coordinator
Robin Gaschler, Gift Shop Coordinator