Baxter Regional Hospital Foundation will earn bonus dollars and have a chance to earn prizes for every gift
given online through
ArkansasGives.org from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. this Thursday, April 6.
"Your online donation April 6 will help Baxter Regional Hospital Foundation
raise additional funds and awareness for the four BRMC Community Health
Education and Support Houses. The Mruk Family Education Center on Aging,
Reppell Diabetes Learning Center, Peitz Cancer Support House and Schliemann
Center for Women’s Health Education rely solely on your donations
to keep providing the free services they do for our community," said
Cindy Costa, CFRE, Baxter Regional Hospital Foundation Director of Development.
Last year,
ArkansasGives raised $4.6 million online in one day for 600 nonprofits statewide. This
yearand#39;s goal is $4 million. Arkansas Community Foundation has set
up a $400,000 bonus pool to be divided among the charities participating
statewide. In addition, Baxter Regional Hospital Foundation will compete
for additional cash prizes to be awarded to the organizations that raise
the that raise the most money and recruit the most individual donors.
The public will be able to give online from smartphones, tablets or personal
computers by going to
ArkansasGives.org on April 6, choosing Baxter Regional Hospital Foundation and making a
credit card donation.
All donations designated to Baxter Regional Hospital Foundation through
ArkansasGives on April 6 will help the BRMC Community Health Education
and Support Houses - Mruk Family Education Center on Aging, Reppell
Diabetes Learning Center, Peitz Cancer Support House and Schliemann Center
for Women’s Health Education – continue providing programs
and services to the Twin Lakes area.
About the BRMC Community Health Education and Support Houses
The
Mruk Family Education Center on Aging is dedicated to improving the quality of life for older adults and their
families in our community. The center offers educational programs and
support groups, as well as fitness and nutrition classes. Join us for
our Journey to Healthy Aging programs and various support groups including:
andbull; Alzheimer's/Dementia
andbull; Parkinson's
andbull; Better Breathers
andbull; Digestive System Conditions
andbull; Multiple Sclerosis
andbull; Depression
andbull; AARP Driver Safety Program
andbull; Talking to Your Doctor
andbull; Senior Self Defense
The
Peitz Cancer Support House is the first line of support for cancer patients, their families and friends.
Help is there for patients and families from diagnosis to treatment until
remission and beyond. All programs and services provided by the PCSH are
offered free of charge, including:
andbull; Wigs and Turbans
andbull; Prosthesis Supplies
andbull; Resource Library
andbull; Men's Cancer Support
andbull; Breast Cancer Support
andbull; Smoking Cessation
andbull; Celebrating Life Series
andbull; Cancer Support Connections
andbull; Exercise for Cancer Survivors
andbull; Nutrition Classes
andbull; Yoga
The
Reppell Diabetes Learning Center understands that diabetes is a serious condition that cannot be cured,
yet can be controlled. Proper education and disease management can help
both children and adults maintain a healthy lifestyle. The Reppell Diabetes
Learning Center provides the necessary tools to manage this disease, including:
andbull; Self-care Skills
andbull; Exercise Information
andbull; Nutritional Classes
andbull; Medical Information
andbull; Social Support
andbull; Prevention of Complications
The
Schliemann Center for Womenandrsquo;s Health Education is committed to promoting good health and well-being for women in every
stage of their lives. The center offers educational classes and support
groups in an understanding and comfortable environment. The following
are just a few of the events, support groups and classes:
andbull; Safe Sitter® babysitting
andbull; Childbirth & Breastfeeding
andbull; Fibromyalgia
andbull; Schliemann Learning Sessions
andbull; Girls' Night Out
andbull; Golden Girls' Day Out
andbull; Women's Heart Health
andbull; Women's Health Forum
andbull; Teen Girls Go To College
For one day, givers throughout Arkansas will have one easy way to give
through Arkansas Community Foundation's
ArkansasGives site. Join us to grow the love!
ArkansasGives is a project of Arkansas Community Foundation, a nonprofit
organization promoting smart giving to improve communities. The Community
Foundation offers tools to help Arkansans protect, grow and direct their
charitable dollars as they learn more about community needs. By making
grants and sharing knowledge, the Community Foundation supports charitable
programs that work for Arkansas and partners to create new initiatives
that address the gaps. Since 1976, the Community Foundation has provided
more than $156 million in grants and partnered with thousands of Arkansans
to help them improve our neighborhoods, our towns and our entire state.
Since 1988, Baxter Regional Hospital Foundation has made an unyielding
commitment to Baxter Regional Medical Center to provide the funding to
ensure the best healthcare possible. By providing our staff with the latest
medical technology, Baxter Regional Hospital Foundation is devoted to
the health needs of our community.