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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Announcing the
Do you know an ordinary woman who does something extraordinary for women and their families in your community? Join Memorial’s Spirit of Women in celebrating the talent and dedication of women who devote themselves to making their communities healthier, safer and more inspirational places to live by nominating them now! Regional winners from each category will be announced at the Expo for Women on Saturday, March 3, 2012. Each will receive a gift of $250. Last year’s winners were Jill Ross, Kim Becker and Hannah Montgomery. Hannah also won the national award in the young person role model category.
Awards
The Spirit of Women categories are: • Young Person Role Model – ages 14 – 20 • Community Hero – at least 21 years of age • Health Care Hero – no age restrictions (must be affiliated with Memorial Health System)
If you know an outstanding woman who is making a difference in the Michiana region, pick up a nomination form at Memorial Hospital’s front desk, at a Memorial affiliate, or visit www.qualityoflife.org/sow/nomination. Nominations must be submitted no later than Friday, Jan. 13, 2012 to Spirit of Women, Attn: Misti Coussens, Memorial Hospital, 615 N. Michigan St., South Bend, IN 46601.
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Holiday Open House - Saturday, Dec. 3
Starting at Noon, enjoy complimentary carriage rides, hot chocolate, visits with Santa and holiday sales. Spend $100 at two or more stores and receive a $20 Heritage Square Gift Card!*
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BEST DAY EVER
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WHEN I GROW UP I WANT TO BE...
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Patient focused. Physician driven.
FAVORITE WORKPLACE EXPRESSION
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“Don't have time to be in a bad mood. It takes up too much of my energy!”
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HOW DID YOU CHOOSE
FAVORITE WORKPLACE EXPRESSION
THIS LINE OF WORK?
ADVISORY BOARD
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BEST DAY EVER
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IN-OFFICE YOUR FASHION STYLE
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“You are in a chair where a leader should be.”
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HOW DID YOU CHOOSE
THIS LINE OF WORK?
YOU NEED TO KNOW
FAVORITE WORKPLACE EXPRESSION
“Make it a great day.”
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“Diligence is the mother of good luck.” – Benjamin Franklin
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“Give me the gift of time!”
(A plea to cancel a meeting.)
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WHEN I GROW UP I WANT TO BE...
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“Starbucks anyone?”
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FAVORITE WORKPLACE EXPRESSION
“You know what I'm saying?”
HOW DID YOU CHOOSE
THIS LINE OF WORK?
ADVISORY BOARD
IN-OFFICE YOUR FASHION STYLE
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“Fabulous.”
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Think of it like a personal recommendation, only it’s from a really, really important friend. Ranked #1 in Indiana for Cardiac Surgery Recipient of the 2012 Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ Ranked among the Top 10% in the Nation for Joint Replacement Recipient of the Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ 4 years in a Row While we have always known we provide excellent care to our patients, it’s always nice to see that someone else agrees. HealthGrades®, the nation’s leading independent healthcare ratings organization, has once again chosen to recognize Elkhart General Hospital with multiple honors. For the complete list of our HealthGrades® recognitions, visit egh.org or healthgrades.com.
600 East Boulevard • Elkhart, IN 46514