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Original Hospital Rocking Chairs Restored

April 27, 2012 By

cdr-rocking-chair It was back in 2000 when then president of the Village Improvement Association (V.I.A.) Carolyn Della-Rodolfa received a call from the man who owned the original Doylestown hospital building, which is now an apartment house. The V.I.A., together with local medical professionals and the Doylestown community, opened the Doylestown Emergency Hospital, an eight-bed facility, at Pine and Oakland in 1923. The man had found some old rocking chairs in the attic and asked if the V.I.A. would like them. They were thrilled to find eight original rocking chairs from the old hospital.

The association offered the chairs for “adoption” to restore them to their original condition, and several V.I.A. members stepped up to help fix the pieces of memorabilia. The chairs can now be found in various locations, including the James Lorah Memorial Home, Pine Run and the Health & Wellness Center by Doylestown Hospital in Warrington. For Carolyn Della-Rodolfa, these antique rockers represent the beginnings of the V.I.A. and its commitment to wellness.

PHOTO: Former V.I.A. president Carolyn Della-Rodolfa (2000-2002) stands with one of the restored rocking chairs from the original Doylestown Hospital.

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Bucks County Designer House & Gardens hosts Preview Gala on May 5th

April 25, 2012 By

Be among the first to preview the transformation of the 2012 Bucks County Designer House & Gardens at Spring Valley Farm before it opens for general tours. The May 5th Preview Gala is an elegant evening featuring a deluxe raw seafood bar, premium chef’s carving stations and other buffet items, plus wines, cocktails and signature drinks, catered by The Waterwheel restaurant. Guests will be able to tour the house and grounds as the first visitors to see this year’s magnificent renovation.

Proceeds from the Designer House and associated events contribute to the Village Improvement Association’s one million dollar pledge to renovate the labor, delivery, and postpartum facilities in the Birthing Center at Doylestown Hospital as well as to other community charities. The V.I.A. is nationally recognized as the only women’s club in the country to own and operate a community hospital. The Bucks County Designer House & Gardens began in 1971 and is now the largest V.I.A. fundraiser for hospital programs and the community, raising more than $2.7 million over the last 40 years.

Ticket information is available at www.buckscountydesignerhouse.org or by calling 215.345.2191.

A VIP Champagne Reception at 5:30pm will be held for for Gold and Platinum sponsors. Tickets start at $125 per person and reservations are required.

The Bucks County Designer House & Gardens opens to the public on May 6th. The house is open daily from May 6th – June 3rd, except for Memorial Day.

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Zero-deficiency nursing home survey at Pine Run Health Center

March 28, 2012 By

Pine Run Health Center earned a zero-deficiency survey with the Pennsylvania Department of Health on February 16th. 

The annual survey is unannounced and is very detailed, thorough, and intense. Three full-time inspectors who act as agents for the state as well as the federal government spent three days at Pine Run, combing through charts, quizzing staff on standards of care, and conversing with patients and residents to inquire as to their personal satisfaction with Pine Run.

The team leader, familiar with Pine Run, was happy to say “no deficiencies.” She commented on how happy the residents are and stated that the Pine Run team quickly addresses concerns if they arise, and praised them for that accomplishment. She noted the significant improvement from last year and shared that it was evident how hard everyone has been working.

Owned by Doylestown Hospital, Pine Run employs more than 450 men and women.

The community is a not-for-profit provider of independent living cottages, personal care suites, Alzheimer’s care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation. To find out more about Pine Run, visit www.pinerun.org.

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Community Blood Drive at Doylestown Hospital

March 23, 2012 By

Doylestown Hospital will hold a Community Blood Drive on Friday, April 6, from 6:00am to 6:00pm in Conference Room J at Doylestown Hospital, 595 W. State Street in Doylestown.

Many generous community members give blood at the Red Cross blood drives. Together with the Red Cross, these blood heroes are ensuring the safest possible blood is readily available whenever and wherever needed. Whether you have never given blood before or are a regular donor, please schedule an appointment to donate blood at the upcoming blood drive. Call The Heart Institute at 215-345-2328 to register or for more information.

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Building the Family Support Group

March 19, 2012 By

The monthly support group, Building the Family, will meet on Thursday, April 5, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Children’s Village on the grounds of Doylestown Hospital (595 W. State Street in Doylestown).

This monthly group for teen parents and their children discusses topics relevant to parenting and introduces methods and resources essential to raising healthy young children and achieving self-sufficiency.

The group is sponsored by Child, Home and Community, Inc., a community partner. The program is free. Registration is required, call 215-348-9770. For more information visit www.chcinfo.org.

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Repetitive Stress Injuries

March 19, 2012 By

The program, “Repetitive Stress Injuries,” will be offered on Wednesday, April 4, from 7:00 to 8:30pm in the V.I.A. Auditorium of the Health & Wellness Center in Warrington (847 Easton Road).

Repetitive stress injuries have been an epidemic of the computer age. Although computer usage is one of the causes of repetitive stress injuries, it’s not the only one. Join Al Latronica, DC, of the Latronica Wellness Center and Cornerstone Fitness Clubs, to learn the various causes and treatments of these types of injuries. Learn the proper ergonomic steps you can take at home or at work to reduce repetitive injuries.

The fee is $5.00. To register, visit www.dh.org or call 215-345-2121.

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How Healthy Are My Heart Valves?

March 16, 2012 By

The program, How Healthy Are My Heart Valves?, will be offered on Tuesday, April 3, from 7:00 to 8:30pm in the V.I.A. Auditorium of the Health & Wellness Center in Warrington (847 Easton Road).

Heart valve disease occurs when one or more of your heart valves doesn’t work properly. It can cause shortness of breath and fatigue and, if left untreated, could become life-threatening. With an aging population, heart valve disease is becoming more of a problem. Would you know if you have heart valve disease? And would you know what to do about it?

Join Joseph S. Auteri, MD, FACS, Medical Director of The Heart Institute of Doylestown Hospital, to learn the risk factors and signs and symptoms of heart valve disease and how it is diagnosed. As a cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Auteri is an expert on the management and treatment of heart valve disease. He’ll discuss innovations in treatment options, such as minimally invasive surgery, that can prevent further damage to your heart and improve your quality of life.

This is a FREE program. To register, visit www.dh.org or call 215-345-2121.

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What You Should Know about Lymphedema

March 16, 2012 By

The program, What You Should Know About Lymphedema, will be offered on Wednesday, March 28 from 10:00 to 11:30am in the V.I.A. Auditorium of the Health & Wellness Center in Warrington (847 Easton Road).

Lymphedema occurs when the lymph system is damaged or blocked; fluid collects in tissue and results in swelling. It is a common problem that may be caused by cancer or cancer treatment, and usually affects an arm or leg. Learn the signs and symptoms of lymphedema and how to reduce your risk. Presented by Dana Winrow, PT CLT-LANA, lymphedema physical therapist at Doylestown Hospital.

This is a FREE program. Registration is required; call 215-345-2121 or visit www.dh.org.

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Look Good… Feel Better

March 6, 2012 By

Chemotherapy or radiation treatments for cancer, which can cause hair loss and tremendous changes to skin and nails, are often very difficult for women to cope with.

“Look Good, Feel Better,” a free workshop and informational seminar for women with cancer who are undergoing radiation or chemotherapy treatment, will be held on Tuesday, March 20 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Cancer Institute of Doylestown Hospital, Suite 307, in The Pavilion. This free two-hour, hands-on workshop will feature a 12-step skin care/make-up application lesson with each participant receiving a complimentary cosmetic kit in her appropriate skin tones. Demonstration of options for dealing with hair loss and nail care techniques will also be included with suggestions for using wigs, turbans and scarves.

“Look Good, Feel Better” is a program of the American Cancer Society. Call Doylestown Hospital’s Cancer Institute for information or to register at 215-345-2261.

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Village Improvement Association awards grants

February 21, 2012 By
VIA Grants

At the December meeting of the Village Improvement Association (V.I.A.), the Community Response Committee presented $11,500 in grants.

The Bucks County Children’s Museum received $5,000 for a custom designed Agriculture Mural that is representative of Bucks County. This interactive mural will aid children in the development of their phonetic skills. Kelly Krumenacker, President, thanked the V.I.A. for their generous donation, encouraged members to visit the museum and showed pictures of children enjoying the Agricultural Mural.

The mammography department of the Health & Wellness Center was given $5,000 for the purchase of soft robes for patients to wear during their mammogram procedures. The robes will be used at the Women’s Diagnostic Centers at Doylestown Hospital and at the Wellness Center in Warrington. Bernie Lawhead, Director of Clinical Services at the Warrington Center and Susan DeLuca, Supervisor of the Women’s Diagnostic Center of Doylestown Hospital, thanked the committee and stated the money will contribute to providing comfort as patients undergo mammography testing.

Town and Country Players received $1,500 toward the upgrading and updating of the bathroom facilities at the playhouse. In accepting the award, Alana Caraccio, Vice President of Fund Raising, acknowledged the generosity of the V.I.A. and said this award was the beginning of their capital campaign.

PHOTO CAP: From left, Bucks County Children’s Museum President Kelly Krumenacker; Supervisor of the Women’s Diagnostic Center at Doylestown Hospital Susan DeLuca; Director of Clinical Services at the Health & Wellness Center Bernie Lawhead; Vice President of Fund Raising for Town and Country Players Alana Caraccio, and Mary Ellen Stanton, Co-Chairman of the Community Response Committee of the V.I.A.

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