Congratulations to our 2024 MDI Hospital Volunteers of the Year: Mary Dow and Alberta Willey!

"These sisters are being honored together because of their shared dedication and compassion for all patients and visitors who come to our hospital." said Trey Michonski, Community Engagement Specialist. "Patients benefit from their joy, comfort, and conversation, and for that, we are proud to honor them both."

Thank you, Mary and Alberta! ...

Today is Indigenous Peoples` Day! We are fortunate to live in a place where we have a number of resources and cultural centers where we can learn about the history of this beautiful state. Please feel welcome to learn more at the links below.
Community Resources:Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (Bangor, Maine): https://wabanakiphw.org/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=facebook_page&utm_medium=MDI%20HospitalAbbe Museum (Bar Harbor, Maine): https://www.abbemuseum.org/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=facebook_page&utm_medium=MDI%20HospitalWabanaki Center (University of Maine at Orono, Maine): https://umaine.edu/nativeamericanprograms/wabanaki-center/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=facebook_page&utm_medium=MDI%20Hospital
History:Passamaquoddy Culture & History: https://www.passamaquoddy.com/?page_id=24&utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=facebook_page&utm_medium=MDI%20HospitalWabanaki Culture & History: https://downeast.com/land-wildlife/wabanaki-and-acadia/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=facebook_page&utm_medium=MDI%20Hospital#:~:text=Even%20after%20colonization%20and%20the,where%20they%20sold%20their%20handiwork.
#IndigenousPeoplesDay #IndigenousPeoplesMonth ...

In celebration of MDI Hospital and Health Centers being named one of the "2024 Best Places to Work in Maine," please join us in hearing from employees about why they love working here!

"I love working for MDI Hospital because... MDI Hospital reminds me of my hometown hospital back in Rogersville Tennessee, my fellow medical imaging technologists that I work with are like family, always there for each other not only for work but outside of work also. I`m from a small town in Tennessee and have 30 plus years in the radiology field with 20 years of travel experience, when I came to MDI Hospital for a travel contract it was just supposed to be for the summer and after several months of being here and working with the department it began to feel just like my own hometown hospital where not just only the medical imaging department but the entire hospital staff feels like family. My wife and I talked (she is originally from New Hampshire) and decided to stay in the area, I have been here just over 5 years now and couldn`t ask for a better place to work."

- James Ewing, CT Technologist

#2024BestPlacesToWorkInMaine #BestPlacesToWork #EmployeeTestimonial ...

🩺 Stay healthy this flu season! Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting your flu vaccine at MDI Hospital health centers and clinics. We`re here to make it easy for you—choose from walk-ins or schedule an appointment. Don`t wait, safeguard your health today! 🏥

Locations include:

Cadillac Family Practice
Community Health Center
Cooper Gilmore Health Center
Lisa Stuart Women`s Health Center
Northeast Harbor Clinic
Trenton Health Center

#FluVaccine #MDIHospital #StayHealthy #CommunityHealth ...

Thank you to the Wednesday Ladies League of Kebo for putting on the Pink on the Links Golf scramble this summer. 92 golfers hit the golf course and purchased raffle tickets to support MDI Hospital`s Breast Health Center. In total the event raised $6200!

Cheryl Novins, a co-chair of the league alongside Nancy Fitzgerald and Laura Morris said, "We are excited about the success of the event and feel fortunate that we have so local businesses sponsor holes and donate gift certificates and lovely items to our raffle. The golf course was full of pink-wearing golfers and it was wonderful to see so many locals come together for such a worthy cause."

On behalf of the Breast Health Center and MDI Hospital, thank you to the Ladies League, Kebo Valley, and all the golfers who raised money that supports quality healthcare close to home.

To learn more about the Breast Health Center, visit our website at: https://www.mdihospital.org/health-centers/breast-center-at-mdi-hospital/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=mdihospital.

#breasthealthcenter #pinkonthelinks #kebovalleygolf ...

Please note that our Health Centers will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024, in observance of Indigenous Peoples` Day. If you need a prescription refill, we encourage you to contact your provider`s office today. ...

Congratulations to our 2024 Healthcare Partner of the Year: Good Shepherd Food Bank!

Good Shepherd Food Bank and representatives Heather Paquette, Laura Vinal, and Martha Lefebvre were recognized for their leadership in addressing food insecurity in Hancock County.

"Since 2019, Good Shepherd has partnered with MDI Hospital and Health Centers to help provide free nutrient-dense, shelf-stable food bags in the clinic setting," said Vice President of Finance/CFO Michelle Smith ."Good Shepherd continues to support our staff in stocking new and improved Help Yourself Shelves, implementing Produce Pop-Ups once a month throughout the summer to ensure access to fresh local produce." MDI Hospital is eager to continue both programs through the coming seasons. Please feel welcome to come by the Lisa Stewart Women`s Health Center today between 12PM and 2PM to take advantage of the October Produce Pop-Up!

"Through our shared programs, we`ve seen how a simple box of fresh produce, lean protein, or shelf-stable items can reduce the stress on families, improve health outcomes, and create a sense of hope. We are so proud to stand alongside you in this work," said Good Shepherd President Heather Paquette. ...

Reminder that tomorrow, Friday, October 11th, MDI Hospital & Health Centers will be offering a Produce Pop-Up thanks to our friends at Good Shepherd Food Bank! This pop-up offer free, fresh produce at a grab and go station for anyone who needs it.

Please feel free to spread the word internally and around the community about these pop-ups. Nutrition is healthcare, and if you`re having a tight month and need some healthy food, we encourage you to stop by! Contact patricia.thurlow@mdihospital.org with any questions.

#ProducePopUps #CostFreeFood #HealthyHabits #CommunityThatCares #GoodShepardFoodBank ...