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MHS Canadian Lakes Construction Update |
The Canadian Lakes Office building project is progressing nicely. The exterior brick work is complete, with the vinyl siding install to begin any day. All exterior stairways and landings are roughed in. Inside, the walls are framed for all of the MHS suite, on the upper level. Heat ducts, wiring and plumbing are next on the agenda! These pictures show the scenic view from the waiting room over the water front, and the main reception area of the MHS suite.
The project is planned for completion in March 2004. Medical office space is available for lease on the first floor.
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We are proud to be a part of this vital, growing community and what better way to show it than to invest in the future! We will continue to update you regarding the Canadian Lakes office until completion. Contact Sam Daugherty, MCGH CEO for more information.
[Click photos for larger view]
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Festival of Trees 2003 — A Success |
The "first annual" MCGH Foundation Festival of Trees was a huge success, generating more than $14,000 in proceeds to help the Foundation support the healing mission of Mecosta County General Hospital.
If you were a donor, bidder, or just stopped by to see the beautiful decorated trees at Gary Trimarco Automotive in Downtown Big Rapids, Thank You! Your support will help the community for many years to come.
The Festival Of Trees Committee included Joyce Davenport,
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Pete Kent, Stacie Daenzer, Sue Marshall, Diane Scarpelli, Debbie Szot, Bob Hampson, Kathy Bouwman, Bob Patterson, Kay Crew, Barbara Jackson and Lynn Trimarco. Special thanks goes to Gary Trimarco Automotive who sponsored the event.
Tree and Wreath Decorator/Donors were: Sara's Flowers and Gifts, Patterson's Flowers, Old Pioneer Store and Emporium, Holiday Inn of Big Rapids, Mr. Karl's Hairdressing, Medical Specialists of Big Rapids PC, The Coffee Ladies, General Federation of Women's Clubs, WYBR/Y102, WBRN, The Pioneer Group,
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Voelker Implement Sales, A Healthy Essence, M.O.A.R.C., The MCGH Auxiliary, Crew Eye Center, Big Rapids Printing/Kopy Korner, ArtWorks, Walt and Betty Haskins, KFC, Deb Currie, Coldwell-Banker/Blakely Realty, FSU/Scott and Merrilee Hill-Kennedy, Southland Pharmacy, and St. Peter's Lutheran School.
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Managing Stress during the Holidays |
Different types of stressors
in our lives:
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Common to most families, such as the birth of a baby, adding a new family member through a marriage or the death of an elderly family member.
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Others common to many but not all families such as divorce, remarriage or chronic illness.
- Stress originating outside of the family but impact family members,
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such as the recent national tragedy or the loss of a job due to recession.
- Within the family: Alcoholism, severe illness and marital discord.
- Some are short-lived and minor, such as the car breaking down or a mistake made at work.
Manage holiday stress:
- Be realistic/don't try to please everyone.
- Avoid unpleasant family conflicts.
- Keep up a regular routine of exercise or start one.
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- Use moderation with holiday spending and entertaining.
- Have a sense of humor.
- Help others: The holidays are a time for giving and doing so can put your own stresses into perspective.
- Find time in your schedule to slow down and enjoy family and friends, and yourself.
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