<description>Rev. Michael Mercer, hospice chaplain, Community Home Health Services, understands the challenges and rewards of reaching those in need. One specific patient was not particularly interested in receiving chaplain services, but once he discovered Rev. Mercer was a Chicago Cubs fan, he agreed to allow the visits. Excited to have someone to talk with about baseball, the patient and chaplain formed a special bond, and Mercer went above and beyond to create an exceptional experience for this person in his final days of life. “As part of my care for him,” explains Mercer, “I was able to arrange a personal phone call from a player on the Chicago Cubs team to encourage him.”</description>

Rev. Michael Mercer, hospice chaplain, Community Home Health Services, understands the challenges and rewards of reaching those in need. 

Rev. Michael Mercer, hospice chaplain, Community Home Health Services, understands the challenges and rewards of reaching those in need. One specific patient was not particularly interested in receiving chaplain services, but once he discovered Rev. Mercer was a Chicago Cubs fan, he agreed to allow the visits. Excited to have someone to talk with about baseball, the patient and chaplain formed a special bond, and Mercer went above and beyond to create an exceptional experience for this person in his final days of life. “As part of my care for him,” explains Mercer, “I was able to arrange a personal phone call from a player on the Chicago Cubs team to encourage him.”

Hospice chaplain hits one out of the park for a Cubs fan


<description>The opening of six next-generation operating rooms marks the completion of the first phase of construction of The Next Evolution of Community Hospital South. Designed with significant input from physicians and nurses, the new operating rooms promote efficient, safe and high-quality surgical care.</description>

The opening of six next-generation operating rooms marks the completion of the first phase of construction of The Next Evolution of Community Hospital South.

The opening of six next-generation operating rooms marks the completion of the first phase of construction of The Next Evolution of Community Hospital South. Designed with significant input from physicians and nurses, the new operating rooms promote efficient, safe and high-quality surgical care.

Next Evolution of Community Hospital South Phase one: Surgery

<description>Community Help was established for employees of Community Health Network, to assist them with challenges they may be facing in their personal lives. Access to the program is available 24/7 by calling the Community Help line, 317-355-HELP. The line is staffed by members of Community’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP), who can connect employees in need with the appropriate resources for their situation, which may include an interest-free loan through the Community Health Network Foundation. All calls to the Community Help line are kept confidential.</description>

Community Help was established for employees of Community Health Network, to assist them with challenges they may be facing in their personal lives. Access to the program is available 24/7 by calling the Community Help line, 317-355-HELP.

Community Help was established for employees of Community Health Network, to assist them with challenges they may be facing in their personal lives. Access to the program is available 24/7 by calling the Community Help line, 317-355-HELP. The line is staffed by members of Community’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP), who can connect employees in need with the appropriate resources for their situation, which may include an interest-free loan through the Community Health Network Foundation. All calls to the Community Help line are kept confidential.

A helping hand for Community employees

<description>Community Health Network hosted its third annual Best in Class Showcase, featuring about 50 booths that highlighted network successes in several areas. The event showcases exceptional work and exceptional people, with recognition in five key areas: innovation, performance improvement, strategic implementation, research and development, and leadership.</description>

Community Health Network hosted its third annual Best in Class Showcase, featuring about 50 booths that highlighted network successes in several areas.

Community Health Network hosted its third annual Best in Class Showcase, featuring about 50 booths that highlighted network successes in several areas. The event showcases exceptional work and exceptional people, with recognition in five key areas: innovation, performance improvement, strategic implementation, research and development, and leadership.

Community Health Network’s Best in Class Showcase 2009

<description>The Jane Pauley Community Health Center will offer primary health care services, including preventive and annual exams, well-child care, acute care and certain procedures. The center also will focus on the management of chronic diseases, such as diabetes, cardiac disease and depression.</description>

The Jane Pauley Community Health Center will offer primary health care services, including preventive and annual exams, well-child care, acute care and certain procedures.

The Jane Pauley Community Health Center will offer primary health care services, including preventive and annual exams, well-child care, acute care and certain procedures. The center also will focus on the management of chronic diseases, such as diabetes, cardiac disease and depression.

Jane Pauley Community Health Center Overview

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