VOLUNTEER NEWSLETTER // JULY 2021 Catherine Del Valle & Yeti - Hospice
Guild News
Any Guild news for the next months newsletter needs turned into the Volunteer Office before the 15th of the month. Call 356-8234.
Linda Brown, President of the Scioto Guild writes, “Normally the Scioto Guild doesn’t meet in the summer. However, if you ladies would like to meet, please let me know and we can get something scheduled.” - Linda Sandy Cable, President of the Hope Guild writes, ‘Mark your calendars ladies, as we will be meeting for the first time in almost a year!!! The date is Friday, July 9th at 11:30 a.m. at Wolford’s Landing Campground, which is located at 6888 E. Front Street in Sciotoville. Individual sack lunches will be provided.” - Sandy Mary Moore, President of the Pleasure Guild writes, “The call we have all been waiting for finally came, and that generated over twenty more calls! Jenny notified us that the Guilds were now permitted to meet in outdoor settings. So the first full meeting of all members as a group (gulp…in almost a year) will be held on Thursday, July 1st at 1:00 p.m. at Forest Heights Community Building (Patio), which is located at 1446 Bihlman Drive in Portsmouth. Mark your calendars ladies, it’s time to celebrate! Members will be contacted soon with further details. Can’t wait to see you!” – Mary Moore The Pediatric Guild will meet via Zoom on Wednesday, July 14th at 12:00 p.m. (a link to join will be emailed to all members prior to the date). Also, during June’s business meeting (Zoom) Installation of Officers was conducted with the following members being duly installed: President: Megan Gleadle, Vice President: Glenna Arnett, Secretary: Ashley Musser, and Treasurer: Katie Shirey. Karen Evans, President of the Service Guild writes, “Many Thanks to the Hope Guild for sharing your Books Are Fun vendor, as our Guild is very appreciative of your generosity. Looking forward to seeing everyone hopefully very soon! Until then everyone stay well and safe” – Karen Evans
New Volunteer
Brook Webb Brandon Weaver Chris Desotelle
Susan Hunter Eli Cole
Karen Wood – President of the Kardia Guild writes, “On June 4th the Kardia Guild had the opportunity to assist the Maternity Perinatal & Infant Loss Team with their T-shirt sale to benefit the Department’s “Resolve Through Sharing” Remembrance Walk. I certainly understand how this program has touched our hearts and why our guild is so passionate about this particular program, as several of you have shared this individual experience with the loss of a newborn child as well. With a cause that is so near and dear to our hearts, our sweet little guild has provided not only monetary donations, but has also provided volunteer support for t-shirt sales and assistance for the day of the event in addition. As most of our guild members know all too well, losing a child is one of life’s biggest tragedies. All that promise, all those hopes, all those possibilities for a bright and successful future disappear in a mere instant leaving so many unanswered questions, grief and heartache that honestly lasts a lifetime. With this in mind, and understanding that so many of our guild members have observed personally of how this wonderful program brings our community together to support each other, we also realize the remembrance and honor that it brings to each and every one of those tiny lives who have gone way too soon. With having once again the opportunity to attend the walk on June 5th it is clear to why this program and event is genuinely in our guild’s heart of hearts. It is so important that we as a guild continue working diligently with Maternity’s Perinatal & Infant Loss Team to ensure that the June 2022 is just as successful. And so, to all of our Kardia Guild members – if you have any suggestions/and or thoughts regarding next year’s event please let Jenny or Sherri know while it is still fresh in your minds, or feel free to share with our members at our next meeting that will be held on July 15th at 12:00pm at Wolford’s Landing. I am so proud of each and every one of you for your sincere compassion, generosity and sincere love that you show to all.” - Karen Wood
Did You Know…
Did you know that in Shakespeare’s time, mattresses were secured on bed frames by ropes? When you pulled on the ropes, the mattress tightened, making the bed firmer. Thus, “goodnight, sleep tight.”
Volunteer Book Club
The book chosen to discuss in July is “The Lonely Heart of Maybelle Lane” by Kate O’Shaughnessy. We are scheduled to discuss the title on July 17th at Wolford’s Landing Campground. If you are planning to attend please contact the Volunteer Office to RSVP at 740-356-8234.
Knit For Hope
Knitters and crocheters of all skill-levels are invited to get-together for an evening of fun, food and the support of a good cause, as part of the “Knit for Hope” volunteer program at SOMC. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 27th from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Wolford’s Landing Campground, which is located at 6888 Front Street in Sciotoville. Finished products will be donated to the SOMC Cancer Center and Hospice. Please keep in mind that yarn donations are always accepted and appreciated! For further information or to RSVP please phone 740-356-8234.
Guild Fundraising
The Hope Guild will host their popular “shoe sale” at Scioto Shoe Mart July 19th – 24th from 9:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. each day at the store location (615 Harding Ave., Sciotoville). The Pediatric Guild is currently hosting a fundraiser featuring Ohio State University (Block O) door hanger/wreaths – hand crafted with silk carnations, silk leaves and of course…Ohio Buckeyes! These unique wreaths are a must have for those “Buckeye Fans” and are now available in the SOMC Gift Gallery.
Foster Hope – Send A Card
Popping a “thinking of you” card in the mail to your sister, or sending an encouraging text to your friend not only brightens her day, it makes you feel sunnier too. When we send positive thought to others, it activates the parts of our mind that produce feel-good brain chemicals. The payoff: You feel as uplifted as if you’d received well wishes yourself!
Drive By Bingo Is Back
Knowing how our volunteers enjoy playing BINGO at our summer get-togethers, and while we are currently not yet able to gather for luncheons, “Drive By Bingo” for our volunteers is back again this summer! If you are interested in participating, be sure and contact the Volunteer Office during the month of July for a Bingo card (as this will give you ample time to get ready to play) and a card will be emailed/mailed directly to you. Then, beginning Monday, August 2nd pull out those cards and simply drive by the Fulton Bldg. throughout the month of August and look on the window of the building for the daily number, as it will be posted – or give the Volunteer Office a call, as we will draw a number out of the hopper each weekday morning throughout the month of August until we have a winner. Remember…for a card to play, or for further information please contact the Volunteer Office at 740-356-8234.
announcements
» If you are unable to make your scheduled
commitment, please contact the Volunteer Office at 740-356-8234. There is an answering machine, so if you are calling after hours, please leave a message.
» Volunteer Office & Gift Gallery will be closed on July 5th in observance of Independence Day
» Annual Volunteer Education – Return Documentation ASAP
» Volunteer Ice Cream Friday – Curbside Event – July 16
» Volunteer Book Club – July 17 – 1pm » Knit for Hope – July 27 – 5pm » Make sure you are turning in your volunteer time! » Have a good volunteer story or news that we can share? If so, then be sure and drop it by the Volunteer Office or e-mail to: lavendej@somc.org
All The Time in the World…
While at the park one day, a woman sat down next to a man on a bench near a playground. “That’s my son over there” she said, pointing to a little boy in a red sweater who was gliding down the slide. “He’s a fine looking boy,” the man said. “That’s my son on the swing in the blue sweater.” Then, looking at his watch, he called to his son. “What do you say we go, Todd?” Todd pleaded, “Just five more minutes, Dad. Please? Just five more minutes.” The man nodded and Todd continued to swing to his heart’s content. Minutes passed and the father stood and called again to this son. “Time to go now.” Again, Todd pleaded, “Five more minutes, Dad. Just five more minutes.” The man smiled and said “OK.” “My, you certainly are a patient father,” the woman responded. The man smiled and then said, “My oldest son, Tommy lost his life in an accident last year while he was riding his bike near here. I never spent much time with him and now I’d give anything for just five more minutes with him. I’d vowed not to make the same mistake with Todd. He thinks he has five more minute to swing. The truth is, I get five more minutes to watch him play.” - “Only a life that is lived for others is a life worthwhile – Albert Einstein
Have You Completed Your Volunteer Required Education?
If you have not yet completed your required annual training packet forms please review and return the TB Questionnaire, Acknowledgement & Receipt and Student/Non-Employee Acknowledgment Form as soon as possible to the Volunteer Office so that all volunteer information is up-to-date and in compliance for the year. If you should have any questions please feel free to contact the Volunteer Office at 740-356-8234.
Volunteers in Action “One of the greatest gifts you can give is your time.”
Carla Scifres, Eloise White, Joyce Payton, Chuck Kurtz (Kardia Guild Members) assisting T-Shirt Sales for Perinatal Loss Walk.
A Note from Jenny As of July 6th all SOMC Volunteers will have the option to return to service! How exciting is that!?! We have waited SO LONG for this day…actually, 477 days for all of our volunteers to return home! For 477 days, as our volunteers stayed home safe and socially distant, I feel that even with the many obstacles we encountered, we still managed to all stay emotionally close. The phone calls, notes, emails, curbside events, Drive by Bingo, Trick or Treating at the Campground, Book Club – there are probably a few more, but nonetheless – I understand that I can be somewhat creative…however, during a pandemic…I no doubt had to bring my best game! From the very beginning I realized we were in this together, and together as a family, I believed with all my heart somehow, someway we would get through this and out the other side, stronger and more relevant that ever – and we are definitely on our way!
For reference the following volunteer opportunities have resumed: • Print Shop • Laundry Services • Main Hospital Clerical • Hospice Clerical • Nutrition Services • Home Care • Same Day Surgery • Heart & Vascular Lobby • Gift Gallery • Friends Center • Cancer Center • Nursing Towers • Hospice In-Patient • Hospice 11th Hour • Pastoral Care • Front Door Greeter • Nursery • Guilds – meeting off-site and in-person • Volunteer Book Club – meeting off-site and in person • Knit for Hope – meeting offsite and in person
What’s on the Menu Grilled Bacon Egg & Cheese Sandwiches This delicious sandwich is so easy and so appetizing and quite pleasing on a warm summer’s day. Another great bonus besides being delicious, is that you can whip one together in just a few minutes – and yes, it tastes absolutely amazing!. Ingrediants » » » » »
Mayonnaise 4 slices of bread 2 slices cheese 4 strips of bacon, cooked 2 hard cooked peeled eggs, sliced
Directions: Preheat skillet over medium heat. Generously spread a thin layer of mayo on one side of two slices of bread. Place bread mayo-side-down onto skillet and add cheese slices, two strips of bacon, and sliced hardboiled eggs to each slice. Spread a layer of mayo on the second slices of bread on one side and place mayo-side-up on top of sandwich. Grill until lightly browned and flip over; continue grilling until cheese is melted.
Janet Doyle, Louise Austin, Kathy Arnett, Mary Moore (Pleasure Guild) preparing for their first in-person Guild meeting.
Keep in mind that if you are planning to return, please ensure that the Volunteer Office has received your annual education documents, as this is required to have on file prior to your return. By the way – getting back into the routine, remember to record and turn in your volunteer time, as your gift of volunteer hours is so appreciated by the hospital and we want to be able to say thank you properly when you achieve a milestone! In closing, here’s wishing you long lazy days, grass underfoot, evenings lit by fireflies, and perhaps best of all – long awaited visits from family and friends! Hugs & Smiles!
Jenny Lavender, Mgr. Volunteer Services
Remembering When…
July Birthdays
Aaaah, ever think about the wonderful memories when we could gather for our volunteer luncheons? With this in mind we thought you might enjoy a few photos of past events – and for those of you who have been to a number of these, feel free to guess the year/theme of these fun events!
7/4 7/5 7/6 7/7 7/11 7/11 7/13 7/14 7/19 7/19 7/20 7/22 7/26 7/27 7/28 7/29 7/30
Another Successful Volunteer Curbside Event
Volunteer Ice Cream Friday
On June 18th SOMC Volunteers enjoyed another fun curbside event that was offered by Volunteer Services. With over 50 delicious picnic style lunches being served in a mere 1/1-2 hours, this definitely confirms that “Food + Friends+ Sunshine = One Fabulous Day!”
Here’s the Scoop! To continue the tradition of celebrating good Ol’ Summer with our volunteers, be sure and mark your calendars for Friday, July 16th from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., and stop by, or pull through the Fulton Bldg., as Jenny and Sherri will be serving up cool and refreshing ice cream cones (in the office and curbside) to our wonderful and “sweet” volunteers! For further information please contact the Volunteer Office at 740-356-8234.
Know Someone Interested In Volunteering? If so, send your friends to our website at http://www.somc.org/employee/volunteering/ so that they can learn about some of the volunteer opportunities that are available. They may also contact the Volunteer Office at 740-356-8234 or email to: lavendej@somc.org Have You “Liked” Us Yet On Facebook? If you aren’t already a fan of SOMC’s Facebook page, it’s time to “like” us! We will be posting photos and you just may see yourself in one of the postings!
Noreen Hartard Todd Preston Glenna Arnett Bea Maillet Margy Jordan Wendell Bailey Skeeter Smith Wendi Waugh Ruth McCleese Louise Austin Patricia Balzer Brenda Horr-Adkins Diane McPheters Paula Saab Kathy Blackburn Delone Shabazz Laura McCoy
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