Subject: October Newsletter: Have a Safe Harvest!

Have a Safe and Successful Harvest this Fall!

We are currently in the midst of harvest season here in Northwest Iowa, and we would like to remind everyone that we can all do our part to help our local farmers - and you - be safe this season.

Laura Manwarren, safety director at Spencer Hospital, shares farm safety tips in our latest blog. To continue reading, click the button below.

Farm Safety Tips

Join Us for Diabetes Support Group

Spencer Hospital is hosting a free Diabetes Support Group session on Tuesday, November 7th at 3 PM. This group offers a wonderful opportunity to learn from professionals and from each other as we discuss experiences and share solutions.

Spencer Hospital's registered dietitian, Darlene DeWitt, and cardiac rehabilitation nurse, Anne Rosendahl, will be presenting during this session, covering topics on healthy food choices and exercises you can do during the winter months.

To register, please follow the link below or call (712) 264-8421.

Diabetes Support Group

Avoid the Super Scary on Halloween - Remember Safety First When Trick-or-Treating

Some people enjoy the scary aspects of Halloween, but there's nothing fun or more frightening than an injury or illness caused by a trick-or-treat related accident. Laura Manwarren, Spencer Hospital Safety Director, shares important safety tips to keep children safe while they are out trick-or-treating this Halloween.

Halloween Safety

Spencer Hospital and Service Lines Earn People's Choice Awards

Spencer Hospital and several service lines including our physical therapy department, Athletic Enhancement, and Home Health/Hospice were recently honored with People's Choice Awards in various categories. It's an honor to serve our region and be your healthcare partner.

People's Choice Awards

Donor Dollars at Work

Popcorn Fridays

A generous donor wished to do something special for the hospital employees - their gift to the Foundation was used to purchase a popcorn machine and supplies for employees and visitors to enjoy. This wonderful donation sparked a new weekly tradition at Spencer Hospital, Popcorn Fridays! In addition to this weekly event, special "Pop-Up Popcorn" events are held randomly to help include all staff who work a variety of shifts.

Sensory Room

The introduction of a newly equipped sensory room within the Family Place enabled many families to a location where they could take a much-needed break to refresh and recharge. The room was outfitted with items such as a black-out den, a swing, an activity alligator, a crash pad, and a variety of fidget items, carefully selected by Spencer Hospital’s Nursing Image Council and funded through the Spencer Regional Healthcare Foundation.

New Wheelchair

New wheels are available at Milford Family Care! Not only does the Spencer Regional Healthcare Foundation help to enhance the care and services offered within Spencer Hospital, the foundation also provides support for the family medicine clinics in Sioux Rapids, Hartley and Milford. Recently, our team at the Milford Family Clinic received a new Stryker wheelchair to utilize for our patients. This modern wheelchair is easier to maneuver and use than traditional models for both staff members and patients of all ages!

Valet Rain Suits

Valet staff weathers through it all! The valet staff at Spencer Hospital recently received new rain suits, thanks to generous donors from the Spencer Regional Healthcare Foundation. As we know, winter is around the corner and these rain suits can be used for a variety of weather conditions. This allows the valet team to continue to help patients and families park their cars and get to their appointments while staying warm and dry.

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