Tree of Angels Program helps grieving parents cope with holidays
CAMBRIDGE, Ohio, Nov. 22, 2010 – While the holidays are a time of celebration and happy memories, for parents who have lost a child, the stress of the holidays takes on an entirely different meaning.
To help these families cope during this season, Southeastern Med’s Parents’ Grief Support Group will host its annual Tree of Angels program on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 6:30 in Southeastern Med’s cafeteria. Parents and family members who have lost a child of any age are invited to attend.
The evening will begin with the families gathering to socialize for a covered-dish dinner. Meat, potatoes, and cheese tray will be provided. Attendees are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share. A short program and candlelight service will follow the dinner. Parents are encouraged to bring a poem, story, pictures or CD of music that hold special memories to share.
Parents will then decorate a Christmas tree with ornaments to remember each child. Parents are asked to bring their own ornament. Parents will also have the opportunity to donate a toy in memory of their child to the Guernsey County Secret Santa program. Those interested in donating will need to bring their own toy.
Those who plan to attend are asked to RSVP by Nov. 29 by calling Wendi Miller, RN, at 740-439-8868.
Online Bill Pay Now Available at Southeastern Med
CAMBRIDGE, Ohio, Nov. 22, 2010 – Southeastern Med is committed to providing its patients with the highest quality healthcare, along with convenient and reliable billing services. In continuing that mission, Southeastern Med now offers its patients a secure and convenient way to pay their hospital bill on its newly redesigned Web site, www.seormc.org.
Effective Nov. 1, Southeastern Med introduced the new and innovative online bill pay system. To access the online service, please visit www.seormc.org and click on “make a payment.” With a paper statement in hand, any patient can make a payment online with a major credit card by providing their name and account number. Patients do not have to register to use the online payment option.
The online bill payment option is available for hospital bills only; physician and/or any other outside agencies affiliated with Southeastern Med are not eligible for online bill pay. For traditional payment convenience, the medical center’s cashier is still available on site at Southeastern Med, 1341 Clark St., in Cambridge.
For more information regarding online bill pay or to discuss other financial arrangements, call 740-439-8646.
Taking Steps Toward Diabetes Prevention and Treatment
CAMBRIDGE, Ohio, Nov. 3, 2010 – November is American Diabetes Month, and to celebrate, the diabetes educators at Southeastern Med will present Celebrate Diabetes and the Holidays on Monday, Nov. 15 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., in Southeastern Med’s Morrison, Amos and Deddish rooms.
The evening will begin with a Diabetes Fair from 5:30 to 6:30 pm, featuring vendors from diabetes supply companies and area programs and services of interest to people with diabetes. The fair is free and open to the public.
After the fair, join Southeastern Med’s Outpatient Dietitian and Diabetes Educator, Sharon Graff-Harrison, MS, RD, LD, CDE, at Celebrate Diabetes and the Holidays Too to learn how to prepare healthy versions of traditional holiday recipes and sample new recipes.
“Think healthy lifestyle, not restrictions to build a healthier body,” said Graff-Harrison. “Those with diabetes can eat, drink and be merry in appropriate portions and moderate amounts. Although you may have diabetes, everyday can still be a holiday celebration.”
Registration is required for the Celebrate Diabetes and the Holidays Too portion of the evening and participation is limited. For more information or to register, call the Wellness Resources Department at Southeastern Med at 740-435-2946.
