Spooktacular Halloween Fun
On Oct. 31, our sites joined in the Halloween spirit by wearing a variety of creative costumes that brought smiles and laughter from patients and staff alike.
From barnyard animals to heroic superheroes, our team truly outdid themselves in bringing joy to our patients. It was a true delight to see everyone embracing the opportunity to spread cheer and celebrate together.
These moments remind us of the great community we have built here at Chesapeake Health Care, where compassion and camaraderie accompany all the expectations of outstanding care. A huge thanks to everyone who got into the spirit and helped make this another fun Halloween! Your enthusiasm and spirit keep us all going.
PA Dental PMD Pediatrics
Berlin Crisis Center –Despicable Me
Woodbrooke Adult - Pacman
Staff at Tree Sap Admin
PA Peds Team
PA Peds Team
Winterplace Park – Old McGittelman’s Farm
Salisbury Dental
Welcoming New Team Members
As we continue to grow and expand our family here at Chesapeake Health Care, we’d like to introduce the newest members of our team. Each individual brings a unique set of skills and experiences that improves our organization and strengthens our commitment to providing exceptional care to our community.
Join us in welcoming these new staff members to the Chesapeake Health Care family:
Kathryn Heckel – Dental Care Coordinator at Princess Anne Dental
Ka’Nyha Raikes, LMSW – Mental Health Therapist at Berlin Main St.
Ebony Eddy, PA-C – Physician Assistant at Woodbrooke Adult
Obdiel Dormelus – Haitian Creole Interpreter at Woodbrooke Adult
Madisyn Hickman – Dental Receptionist at Tree Sap Dental
Hayden Victor – Haitian Interpreter at Princess Anne Adult
Steve Malone – Facilities Worker (Flex)
Korie Jones – Dental Assistant – PA Dental
Marjorie Estime – Haitian Interpreter at Woodbrooke OB/GYN
Sydney Collins, LMSW – Therapist (LMSW) at Riverside Drive
Patricia Hines – Scheduler Woodbrooke Woodbrooke OB/GYN
Sloan Selleh, LMSW – Therapist at Healthway Drive
Stephanie Pinchback – Resource Coordinator at Berlin MH
Eia Wyatt – Medical Receptionist at Woodbrooke Adult
Sandra Seidenspinner – Medical Receptionist at Woodbrooke OB/GYN
Orientation Week Oct. 14, 2024 – Ka'Nyha
and Hayden Victor.
Orientation Week Oct. 28, 2024 – Sloan Selleh, Sydney Collins, Stephanie Pinchback, Sandy Seidenspinner, Korie Jones, Steve Malone, Patricia Hines, and Majorie Estime.
Raikes, Kathryn Heckel, Madisyn Hickman, Obdiel Dormelus, Ebony Eddy,
November Anniversaries
Michelle Wegt – 20 years
Terena Price – 18 years
Angela Walston – 16 years
Alexis Mancano – 16 years
Jodi Meyers – 15 years
Fay Palmer – 15 years
David Foley – 15 years
Kyesha Brown – 12 years
Traci Jones – 11 years
Karen Shipman – 9 years
Kelsea Mathis – 9 years
Mallory McIntyre – 9 years
Julie Houk – 8 years
Mary Brown – 8 years
This month, we congratulate the individuals below who are celebrating work anniversaries in November. Your hard work and dedication for healthcare are inspiring!
Evelyn Torrero-Reina – 7 years
Lisa Newberry – 7 years
Laurie Smith – 7 years
Kelly Sturgis – 7 years
Nicole Andrews – 6 years
Lorretta Jarvi – 5 years
Shakeem Brown – 5 years
Daniel Minchala – 5 years
Katie Lukehart – 5 years
Roberto Donati – 5 years
Tacilia Abraham – 5 years
Mary Woody – 4 years
Natasia Gaines – 4 years
Colleen Snitzer – 4 years
Christine Collins – 4 years
Francis Celeste – 4 years
Stacey Gibson – 4 years
Welcoming New Team Members
At Chesapeake Health Care, welcoming new team members isn't just a formality, it's an important part of fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. Taking the time to make new colleagues feel valued and at home sets the course of a successful journey together. Here are a few tips on ways to extend a warm Chesapeake Health Care welcome:
1.Introductions and Connections: Introduce yourself and others on the team. A friendly smile along with a brief introduction goes a long way in making someone feel welcome and part of the team from day one.
2. Sharing Resources and Information: Let them get acquainted with the new environment by relating the key resources, office protocols, key contacts, and where to find everyday supplies. In this way, they will feel instantly confident and supported.
3. Provide Guidance and Support: Be open to answering questions or helping one way or another. Remember, everyone was once the new guy, and your insights can
Megan Fulton – 4 years
Catherine O'Leary – 3 years
Rosanne Felice – 3 years
Lanae Harmon – 2 years
Lisa Morton – 2 years
Adreine Fooks – 2 years
Karen Layton – 2 years
Cheryl Waters – 2 years
Jessica Purner – 2 years
Annabel Rose – 2 years
Anita Milbourne – 2 years
Alaya Bratten – 1 year
Jessica Stephenson – 1 year
Chante Sutton – 1 year
Maggy Schaller – 1 year
make all the difference in making the onboarding process easier for your new team members.
4. Diversity and Inclusion: Chesapeake Health Care embraces diversity and values the different cultures and prospective insights each teammate brings. Celebrate cultural differences, and encourage an inclusive environment to where everyone can be respectful and appreciative of all people.
5. Encourage Team Bonding: You may want to try organizing team lunches, or holding other social activities at your site where old and new members can mingle and get to know each other. Camaraderie builds teamwork and morale.
6. Feedback: Finally, ask the new staff for suggestions and feedback. A fresh outlook opens up newer ideas that may be helpful in implementing change for continuous improvement, making this workplace better for anyone. Let us all continue to exercise our commitment to outstanding care and support, one welcome at a time, as we bring new members into the fold of Chesapeake Health Care.
IT Department Updates
Cybersecurity Awareness
Keeping a Clean Machine
IT uses automated systems to keep our software current to reduce risk of infection from ransomware and malware. The best way to make sure your machine is protected is to log off but keep your machine powered on and connected at night.
Think Before You Click
The most common way for cybercriminals to attack is when you click on something you shouldn’t have. Malicious links in email, tweets, texts, posts, social media messages and malicious online advertising (aka malvertising) are a direct way for hackers to get your sensitive information, credentials, and load malware on machines. Don’t make it easy for them. Be wary of clicking links or downloading anything that comes from a stranger or that you were not expecting. Whenever you get an email or message, count to five - usually that’s the time you need to determine if it seems authentic or not.
Report Phishing
One of the best ways to take down cybercriminals is by reporting phishing attempts, and nowadays it’s easier than
ever. Use the ‘Report Message’ tool by looking for the red shield with exclamation in your Outlook email. This can protect yourself by blocking the sender and zapping the attacks from reaching our Inboxes in the future.
Imprivata is Key to Secure Future
Our Imprivata SSO solution will soon be the key to all our sign-ins, including multi-factor authentication (MFA). MFA adds a whole other level of security to your key accounts. The Imprivata agent and your proximity card are those extra factors, and the next phase of Imprivata will include the need for the Imprivata MFA app when not signing in from your CHC-issued computer or not at our site for additional security, but in a convenient manner!
The new CHC Directory is officially live!
✓ Directory data will be updated from HR data bi-weekly to update the Department/Site, Title, and Manager information.
✓ Everyone should start seeing the desktop shortcut for ‘CHC Directory’ on their computers for easy access.
✓ The new directory page is now linked on the Intranet.
✓ ‘Directory FAQ’s’ link on the page that provides information on how anyone can submit an updated phone number as well as update their profile picture.
✓ This same information is available in Outlook address books.
Birthdays & Health Observances
Tyeisha Lingham-Okpo – Nov. 1
Lorretta Jarvi – Nov. 1
Hillary Collins – Nov. 3
Madisyn Hickman – Nov. 3
Shannon Biesterfeld – Nov. 5
Victoria Miller – Nov. 6
Joann Micle – Nov. 8
Kimberly Back – Nov. 8
Tay-yonna Milbourne – Nov. 8
Ariel Snell – Nov. 9
Stacey Gibson – Nov. 9
Shehzad Sajid – Nov. 9
Latoya Harmon – Nov. 10
Crystal Smith – Nov. 10
Happy birthday! We wish all the happiness in the year ahead to these staff members who are celebrating a birthday in October.
Tacilia Abraham – Nov. 11
Martha Christopher – Nov. 12
Andrea Lochan – Nov. 12
Morgan Carbaugh – Nov. 13
Aarti Tiwari – Nov. 14
Kathryn Heckel – Nov. 14
Julia Gregory – Nov. 15
Bob Laun – Nov. 15
Colleen Snitzer – Nov. 15
Nicole Ford – Nov. 18
Brante Buren – Nov. 18
Rhonda Dixon – Nov. 19
Svetlana McLaughlin – Nov. 20
Felicia Tremblay – Nov. 20
Brandon Bailey – Nov. 21
Mariam Lanier – Nov. 21
Paula Harrison – Nov. 23
Angela Young – Nov. 24
Sharon Feliciano – Nov. 24
November Health Observances
Monthly Focus Topics
American Diabetes Month
Bladder Health Month
COPD Awareness Month
Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
National Epilepsy Awareness Month
National Family Caregivers Month
National Healthy Skin Month
National Home Care & Hospice Month
National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
Prematurity Awareness Month
Stomach Cancer Awareness Month
Lori Holland – Nov. 25
Karri Washbon – Nov. 25
Cindy Spann – Nov. 25
Nicole Thornton – Nov. 26
Audra Smullen – Nov. 26
Kim Boulden – Nov. 26
Erin Hollenbach – Nov. 27
Terri McNelia – Nov. 27
Kaitlin Fairbanks – Nov. 28
Patty Berley – Nov. 29
Angela Robertson – Nov. 30
Mary Bailey – Nov. 30
Weeks to Note:
National Diabetes Education Week – Nov. 3-9
National Radiologic Technology Week – Nov. 3-9
National Nurse Practitioner Week – Nov. 10-16
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Awareness Week – Nov. 24-30
Days to Note:
National Diabetes Heart Connection Day – Nov. 9
World Pneumonia Day – Nov. 12
World Diabetes Day – Nov. 14
World Prematurity Day – Nov. 17
Great American Smokeout – Nov. 21
National Family Health History Day – Nov. 21
National Recognition Weeks
Celebrating National Nurse Practitioner Week
From November 10th to 16th, we proudly celebrate and recognize the dedication, expertise, and compassionate care of our incredible Nurse Practitioners at Chesapeake Health Care.
Nurse Practitioners play a vital role in improving healthcare accessibility and providing exceptional care to our community.We are so grateful for the difference they make every day!
Join us in thanking all of our amazing NPs for all they do!
Celebrating Medical Staff Services Awareness Week November 3 - 9
Thank you to our Med Staff Services team, Maureen O'Connell (on the left) and Jeannie Ciszewski (on the right) for ensuring our healthcare team is qualified and accredited. Your dedication keeps our care exceptional!
CHC & Community Events
HURRY! Last Day to Register is Nov. 11th!
Don’t miss out on attending our 30th Anniversary Holiday Party! This special evening promises to be an unforgettable occasion as we commemorate three decades of dedicated service to our community.
Event Details:
Date & Time: Saturday, Dec. 14th, 2024, from 5 PM to 11 PM
Venue: Ashore Resort & Beach Club, 10100 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842
Cost: $25 per person. Each employee may bring a guest. You can find the link to register on the ADP site and in our CHC Store. If you need help logging in, contact Julie Houk at jhouk@chesapeakehc.org.
Hotel Accommodations: We have a few rooms left at The Ashore for the special rate of $91/night. Click here for reservations or call 410-524-3535 and ask for Reservations, mentioning the “Chesapeake Health Care group rate.”
Free COVID-19 Test Kits Available
Free COVID-19 Tests by Mail. U.S. households will be able to order as many as four nasal swab tests at COVIDTests.gov. The orders and shipping are free.
For help placing an order, call 1-800-2320233
https://www.covidtests.gov/
Toys for Tots Collections
From Now Until Dec. 12!
This year, we're excited to support the Toys for Tots program and help bring some holiday cheer to disadvantaged children in our community.
We will be collecting new, unwrapped toys at your site from now until Thursday, Dec. 12. On Friday, Dec. 13, we’ll come by to pick up the donations, which will then be brought to Corporate. The Toys for Tots representative will pick up the donations from Corporate on December 16. Please let Julie Houk know if your site is participating so we can arrange for a toy pickup on Dec. 13! Email jhouk@chesapeakehc.org
October Kudos
THANK YOU to everyone who goes out of their way to help others! If you would like to recognize someone for their hard work and dedication, please use the link for KUDOS on your desktop in the folder called “CHC Official.”
Berlin Crisis Center
Voshty Christopher
Corporate
Anita Jackson
Healthway
Alma Moreira
Samantha Wheatley
HOPS
David Bonhom
William Lucas
PA Dental
Brittany Harmon x5
Catina Davis
Celeste Ziara x2
Colleen Castro
Crystal Beauchamp
Hannah Sievers
Kenadi Satchell
Krystle Branch
Maria Vieyra-Becerril
Nicole Thornton
Remington Dewey
Silwat Adeel
Taylor Miller
Troy Forse
PA Medical
Kristen Werner
PA Mental Health
Elizabeth Morton
Michele Pusey
Sarah Pryor
PMD Peds
Audra Smullen
Breanna Jenkins
Kenya Thomas
Pocomoke
Cassidy Hall
Salisbury Dental
Andrea Lochan x2
Sweetbay
Christine Drew
Gina Walp
Tree Sap
Joann Micle
Winterplace
Davina Campbell
Gigi Perdue
Heather Reeder
Lizabeth Wilson
Patricia Berley
Woodbrooke Adult
Amy Haynes
Ella Hardy
Jessica Ajegwu
Mary Meals
Mary Simpson
Rhonda Jagdhuber
Woodbrooke OB/GYN
Brenda Long
Char' Maya Stanley
Christine Collins
Erin Estep
Gladys Acevedo
Holly Smith x2
Jenitza Rivera-Calderon
Jessica Purner
Jodie Foxwell
Lisa Abrams x2
Morgan Carbaugh x2
Suzanne Chauveheid
Tina Savage
Healthy Living Corner
Welcome to this month’s Healthy Living Corner, where we celebrate health and wellness through practical tips and seasonal inspirations.
As we step into November, a time to reflect and give thanks, it’s also important to recognize American Diabetes Month –a national effort to raise awareness and support those affected by diabetes. At Chesapeake Health Care, many of us, whether personally or through family members, are touched by this condition. Diabetes doesn’t just impact our health; it influences our energy, stress levels, and day-today life.
Understanding Diabetes: A Personal Connection
Diabetes is more than just numbers on a chart it’s something many of us live with every day. Whether managing blood sugar levels, watching what we eat, or fitting in regular exercise, it can feel like an ongoing challenge. And for some, it may come with added stress during the busy holiday season. This month, let’s take a moment to reflect on what we can do to care for ourselves and each other.
Small Steps, Big Changes
If you’re living with diabetes or prediabetes, it’s important to know that small, manageable changes can have a big impact. Here are a few practical tips to incorporate into your daily routine:
✓ Balance Your Plate: Focus on nutrient-rich meals that include lean proteins, whole grains, and plenty of veggies. A simple tip is to fill half your plate with nonstarchy vegetables, a quarter with lean protein, and the remaining quarter with whole grains.
✓ Move More, Sit Less: Find ways to add movement to your day, even if it’s small bursts of activity. A 10minute walk after lunch or a quick stretch during work breaks can help regulate blood sugar levels and boost energy.
Did You Know?
• More than 37 million Americans have diabetes, and 1 in 5 of them don't know they have it.
• Type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed through lifestyle changes such as healthy eating and regular physical activity.
✓ Prioritize Self-Care: Stress management is crucial, especially with the demands of work and the holidays approaching. Deep breathing exercises, short meditation sessions, or even talking to a friend can help ease the pressure.
Support at Chesapeake Health Care
At Chesapeake Health Care, we have three Nurse Educators available to answer any questions about diabetes management: Julia Gregory, RN, BSN; Kimberly Wilkins, RN, BSN; and Patty Hillman, RN, BSN. Our Health Outreach Team is also hosting bi-monthly Diabetes Lifestyle Self Management classes to help you stay on track with healthy habits. For the schedule, reach out to Mary Woody, LPN.
This November, let’s come together as a community to raise awareness, take care of ourselves, and support one another. You’re not alone on this journey!
• Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure, lowerlimb amputations, and adult blindness.
• People with diabetes are twice as likely to have heart disease or a stroke.
Snapshots & Shoutouts
Sandy Chen and Donna Pitts attended a Mammogram Clinic at Peninsula Imaging on October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
In October, the Health Outreach Team partnered with CareFirst to host a diabetic eye exam day at Power Street.
Pictured: Candice Johnson, Anita Ramos, and Donna Pitts.
Dr. Celeste Ziara treating a very special patient at Prince Street Elementary School!
Ariel
and Dr.
at this years' National Network for Oral Health Access (NNOHA) Conference in September.
Lily Ballard, CRNP, and Tia Moses, MA, shared their passion for healthcare at Beaver Run Elementary's Career Day!
Dr.
Snell
Shehzad Sajid
The PRP's took local children on a field trip to Oakley's Farm Market and Pumpkin Patch.
Snapshots & Shoutouts
Christie Brittingham, our QA/QI Coordinator, hosted an informative session on Emergency Preparedness at Chesapeake Health Care.
Pie Contest Winners at PA –Congratulations to Taylor Tyler for 1st place in the dessert pie contest, Mary Brinson for runner up in dessert pies, and Ruby Babcock for 1st place in the savory pie contest. Thank you everyone for your contributions!
Our Woodbrooke OB/GYN team is proud to wear pink this October to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Friday night at Beaver Run Elementary Schools Fall Festival & Trunk-or-Treat –Erica Galeone, Lilly Ballard and Stacie Ennis.
Stacie Ennis, BRES Principal Curt Twilley, and Lilly Ballard.
Test your trivia knowledge of November! Show how much you know by answering our trivia questions. Send an email with your answers to Julie Houk at jhouk@chesapeakehc.org before Friday, November 8th to be entered into a random drawing for a PRIZE!
1. What is it that you are supposed to grow in November?
A) Pumpkins
B) A moustache
C) Apples
D) Roses
2. If you were born on the 26th of November, what would your Zodiac sign be?
A) Virgo
B) Leo
C) Libra
D) Sagittarius
3. On which date is armistice day celebrated, marking the end of World War I?
A) November 11
B) November 1
C) November 30
D) December 25
4. What should you eat on the 3rd of November?
A) A salad
B) A sandwich
C) Sushi
D) Pizza
5. In mid-November, when looking up at the night sky, what are you likely to see?
A) The Milky Way
B) The Northern Lights
C) The Leonid meteor shower
D) The Big Dipper
October Trivia Questions & Answers
1. What is the name of the famous Bram Stoker novel published on October 26, 1897?
Answer: Dracula
2. Which country celebrates Oktoberfest, a famous beer festival, in October?
Answer: Germany
3. What is the most popular flavor of pie during October?
Answer: Pumpkin
4. Which type of apple is commonly used in apple cider?
Answer: The McIntosh apple
5. What is the name of the popular TV series that premiered on October 31, 2010?
Answer: The Walking Dead
6. In the NATO phonetic alphabet, what does the letter N stand for?
A) November
B) Nectarine
C) Neptune
D) Nitrogen
7. Which flower is traditionally associated with November?
A) Rose
B) Lily
C) Chrysanthemum
D) Tulip
8. Which US state is known for hosting the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in November?
A) California
B) Florida
C) Texas
D) New York
9. Which national holiday in Mexico is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd?
A) Cinco de Mayo
B) Independence Day
C) Día de Muertos
D) Christmas
10. Which sporting event occurs in November and is known as 'The Race that Stops a Nation'?
A) The Kentucky Derby
B) The Grand National
C) The Melbourne Cup
D) The Tour de France
6. What is the name of the popular Halloweenthemed TV special featuring Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang?
Answer: It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
7. What is the fear of Halloween called? Answer: Samhainophobia
8. What is the most popular Halloween candy in the US?
Answer: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
9. In 2023, what was the most popular Halloween costume for children in the US?
Answer: Barbie
10. What is the most common Halloween costume for dogs?
Answer: Pumpkin costumes
Congratulations to Crystal Baldwin, Peds Scheduler in Princess Anne, who was our Trivia Contest Winner for November! Crystal chose the golf polo as her prize. Congrats!