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What is it?Held each April, Green Fest includes information on St. John’s Green Team, a plant exchange, an art display and free tree saplings from Up with Trees. Bedding plants from other local nurseries are available. In addition, Green Fest has giveaways, free popcorn, door prizes and more than a…
What is it?This program removes barriers to care for the target population and teaches them self-management skills through free one-on-one home visits for 12 months by a registered nurse/community health worker team. Who is it for?Underserved adults with diabetes or heart failure in Kent County.…
What is it?The hospital’s Burnett Burn Center distributes and installs smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in area homes, as well as provides fire safety educational materials in both English and Spanish. In partnership with neighborhood groups, this initiative targets homes with children, older…
What is it?This telemedicine network of rural hospitals, jails, medical groups and a behavioral health system is facilitated by Union Hospital's Richard G. Lugar Center for Rural Health. Who is it for?Patients in the region. Why do they do it?The goal is to improve symptoms and patient…
What is it?Kent Hospital has integrated a variety of monthly advance directives initiatives. For example, in January, informative brochures and durable power of attorney forms were placed on each level of the hospital. A one-week cafeteria multimedia presentation was displayed in February, along…
What is it?Set up through a partnership with Winona Health, Winona State University and Winona County Community Health, the walk-in clinic provides free preventative care for the uninsured one day every three months. Who is it for?Uninsured individuals age 2 and up who do not have the financial…
What is it?CSS was established to provide support services to meet the emotional, spiritual and physical needs of patients and their families during and after cancer treatment. It provides resources and programs for cancer survivors to learn about their diagnosis and understand the choices they…
What is it?This public/private partnership – including Milwaukee’s five health care systems, four federally qualified health centers, Medical College of Wisconsin and the state and local health departments – is dedicated to improving care for the underserved. Who is it for?Low-income and uninsured…
What is it?The program provides home visits by registered nurses at no charge to families with newborns. Who is it for?All families with newborns in St. Lucie and Martin counties. Why do they do it?The goal is to reduce readmission rates for infant jaundice, dehydration and weight loss; maintain…
What is it?The program partners with local elementary schools to offer 10 interactive modules, directly tied to SOL (curriculum mandated by the state), on hand-washing, healthy eating, bicycle safety as well as other topics. Who is it for?Students from kindergarten through fourth grade. Why do they…