ACTS OF LOVE Meeting (Adults Coming Together Serving)
Monday, June 5th the ACTS of Love had their regular monthly meeting. The Special Speakers were Stacey Wetzel and Shelley Steger with CIMA Hospice. Stacey and Shelley spoke about the Hospice Program and asked the Volunteer Group if any of them would like to be Volunteers with CIMA Hospice. The meeting was very informative. If you would like to be a Volunteer for CIMA Please contact: Shelley Steger, Volunteer Coordinator at (903)...
Hopkins County Marine Corps League and American Legion Raise Flags for Memorial Day
The proclamation issued by President Donald Trump this morning said; “We pause again to pray for the souls of the heroes who one century ago never returned home after helping restore peace in Europe.” On Memorial Day it is customary for Presidents to honor veterans who died in service to our country. The Hopkins County Marine Corps League 1357 and American Legion 66 raised the flags at Celebration plaza, at noon today in...
911 Connection Event
By Savannah Owens The 911 Connection event was put on by the first responders to educate children and the public about safety. “The city of Commerce has a fire education trailer and the Sulphur Springs firemen asked if we would bring the trailer over and teach the kids about fire safety. It’s important to get people used to practicing [their safety plans].” Myles Zimmerman a firefighter from Commerce said as...
National Nursing Home Week Unites Residents, Staff and Volunteers at Carriage House Manor
National Nursing Home Week Unites Residents, Staff and Volunteers at Carriage House Manor Local skilled nursing center demonstrates “Spirit of America” during events for annual observance Sulphur Springs, TX – Carriage House Manor will host daily events as part of National Nursing Home Week (NNHW), which runs from May 14 to 20. This year’s national observance’s theme, “The Spirit of America”, highlights the bond among...
Local Hospital to Celebrate Hospital and Nurses Week During the Week of May 8th
Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs will be celebrating Hospital and Nurses Week throughout the week of May 8th. Festivities begin on Monday with a celebratory dinner and award time at Arturos, followed by a Scrub Fair, Associates Picnic, and a Cake Walk on Wednesday, then Nursing Trivia on Thursday!
CHRISTUS Wellness Check Warrants EMS Call
During a routine wellness check provided by CHRITUS Mother Francis Hospital Sulphur Springs, an individual was found not feeling well. The nurse, provided each week by CHRISTUS, evaluated the individual and called EMS immediately. EMS and an ambulance both responded. The health screening, provided at the FUMC Dinner Bell each Wednesday, is something more individuals should take advantage of. The Dinner Bell is a no charge weekly...
Get Your Shots Today
The Texas Department of Health offers immunization services the first three Tuesdays of each month. The local office is at 1400 College St. Call for an appointment at 903-885-6573. Walk ins taken on a first served basis. Remember to bring your child’s immunization records.
Presentation of New CHRISTUS Health Care Professionals
On Tuesday night healthcare professionals (from left to right) Tiffany Gebel, M.D., Rose Campbell, CP NP-PC, Leah Irving, FNP-C, and Jordan Potts, FNP-C were all celebrated as new employees at CHRISTUS Mother Frances- Sulphur Springs. President Paul Harvey introduced the women and let them tell a little about themselves and their families. Refreshments were provided. dsc_0628 dsc_0595 dsc_0597 dsc_0602 dsc_0606 dsc_0608 dsc_0610...
10TH ANNUAL SENIORS EXPO A SUCCESS
A Health Expo for Sr. Citizens was held on Tuesday October 11, 2016 in the Fellowship Hall of League Street Church of Christ in Sulphur Springs. Organized by Karon Weatherman and staff of the Sr’s Center in Sulphur Springs and Brad Burgin, hospital Outreach Director, the 10th annual event opened it’s doors to over 100 people when it started at 9am. By noon, several hundred free health screenings had been administered and...
“Updated” McAndrew’s Tenure As CEO of Local Hospital Ended Friday
(Sulphur Springs – July 8, 2016) – Today, we announced Michael McAndrew’s departure from CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs, CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic – Sulphur Springs and CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic – Emory. Health care is changing, which is why Memorial Hospital and Clinic began searching for potential partners. The leaders here chose CHRISTUS Health because both systems are committed to providing high quality,...
