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AdvocateGood Samaritan Hospital

July/August 2010Volume 1, Issue 4

Office for Mission & Spiritual CareAdvocate Good Samaritan Hospital630-275-1185GSAM-SpiritualCare

@Advocatehealth.com

Our Hours: The Office for Mission and Spiritual Care provides spiritual care for patients and their families 24 hours a day every day of the year. The office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. During those times, you may contact us at 630-275-1185. Evenings and weekends call 630-275-5900, and ask the operator to page the on-call chaplain.

Feeling better?

We often greet friends and family who have not been well by saying, “I hope you feel better.” Making hopeful decisions about one’s health improves the experience whether you are choosing to lose some weight or plan a surgery.

Providing care is also greatly enhanced when care givers are hopeful about helping others feel better. Health and wellness decisions depend on the hope of feeling better even when, or perhaps especially when, a cure is not possible. Healing happens as God’s promises are realized even in the midst of uncertainty and fear.

Faith communities in partnership with the mission of Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital persistently hold prayerful hope for God’s aid, restoration and healing.

I hope this issue of Connections inspires you to persevere in hope to feel better.

Rev. Jim Christian,Vice President, Mission & Spiritual Care

The Good Samaritan Health and Wellness Center gives you access to everything you need to get fit and stay healthier all year long. It has consistently received top grades as a fitness center, health club and gym:

• “Distinguished Achievement Award” from the Medical Fitness Association.

• Three “Checkmarks for Quality” from Chicago Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine.

• Called “one of the best fitness facilities in DuPage County” in Suburban Focus Magazine.

• An A rating from Angie’s List.

The 90,000-square-foot Wellness Center includes three indoor pools, a track, an extensive fitness floor and weight room, four group exercise studios (including aerobics, spin, yoga and pilates studios) and a basketball court. While the Wellness Center is primarily an adult facility, it has some specialized programming for children. Tours of the Wellness Center, which take 45 minutes, are available and include a coupon for a complimentary exercise session. (Limit one/person.)

The Good Samaritan Health and Wellness Center is at the north end of the hospital campus, 3551 Highland Ave. in Downers Grove. For more: www.advocatehealth.com/goodsam/wellness or 630-275-2879.

Advocate Good Samaritan Health and Wellness Center

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Amy Snedeker knew when she enrolled at Davis & Elkins, a small Presbyterian liberal arts college in Elkins, W.Va., that she wanted to work with people. Then, in her sophomore year and well on her way to a humanities degree, she realized she wanted to go on to seminary. “I remember thinking, ‘What could be more important to study than God and people,’” Snedeker recalled.

After graduating from Princeton Theological Seminary, Rev. Snedeker was called to a yoked parish where she worked east and west of the Mississippi -- in both Clinton, Iowa, and Fulton, Ill. After serving there for five years, she enrolled in Advocate Lutheran General Hospital’s program in pastoral counseling, a concept new to her.

One of the requirements of that program was CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education). “I fell in love with hospital chaplaincy,” Snedeker said. “I liked the variety chaplaincy offered. I liked dealing with all kinds of people, all kinds of faiths, different points of need. And I very much liked interfacing with other disciplines.”

After completing her residency in CPE, Rev. Snedeker trained to be a CPE supervisor and then worked as a full-time staff chaplain at Lutheran General Hospital. In 2002, she began working at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, directing its CPE program.

“Learning about so many different faiths has strengthened my own faith. It’s paradoxical, but the more compassionate and understanding I am of the beliefs of others, the stronger my faith becomes and the more I feel connected with who I expect God to be,” Snedeker reflected. “If done with a heart of faith and love, working through differences builds bridges and strengthens relationships.”

Taking time to relax is important to Snedeker, a survivor of colon cancer. Singing sacred oratorio with the Apollo Chorus of Chicago is regenerative in several ways. “I’m not in charge; I’m one little cog,” she said with a knowing smile. “Plus singing is an expression of faith for me. And if the music is challenging? Then it takes my mind off everything else!”

DuPage African Methodist Episcopal Church of Lisle and the Advocate Good Samaritan Health and Wellness Center in Downers Grove recently graduated 36 women who completed the 12-week Heart Smart for Women program designed to

lower their risk of heart disease. Larry Love, sports medicine specialist and life coach, was the Heart Smart facilitator for the Lisle class.

“DuPage AME church has a combined mission of spiritual and physical health,” said Love. “Heart Smart provided us with the opportunity to develop a more diverse health and wellness ministry.” The church’s Interaction Committee is focused on preventative wellness and is chaired by Love. “Heart disease

Women Are Heart Smart After Taking Class

Participants in Heart Smart from DuPage AME Church enjoyed exercising with Larry Love (center, back row) at the Advocate Good Samaritan Health and Wellness Center, Downers Grove.

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Prayer

Martin Luther

O, Comforter of priceless worth,Send peace and unity on earth;

Support us in our final strife,And lead us out of death to life.

Amen

Meet the Staff: Rev. Amy Snedeker, Chaplain Educator

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Grandparents ClassSaturday, Aug. 14, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

This class is designed especially for grandmas and grandpas – both soon-to-be and experienced. It will teach about current childcare practices, parenting methods and the role of grandparents today. $15 fee. To register, call 1-800-323-8622 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., and request Class Code 4B05.

Child Safety ClassWednesday, Aug. 18, 7 – 9:30 p.m.

New parents and parents of young children will learn about home and auto safety. This free class will be taught in part by the Downers Grove Police and Fire Departments. To register, call 1-800-323-8622 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., and request Class Code 4B03.

Baby Basics ClassWednesday, July 7, 7 – 9:30 p.m.Wednesday, Aug. 4, 7 – 9:30 p.m.

This one-day class, designed for new parents to learn the basics on caring for newborns, is offered twice this summer. In it, you’ll learn about bathing, feeding, diapering, growth, development and safety. As you learn, your confidence will increase! $40 fee per couple; a 25% cancellation fee applies. This program will be held at Advocate Good Samaritan Wellness Center, 3551 Highland Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515. To register, call 1-800-323-8622 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., and request Class Code 4B02.

CPR ClassesHealthcare Provider: Saturday, July 10, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.;Class Code 4C01

Healthcare Renewal: Friday, July 16, 8 – 10 a.m.;Class Code 4C02

Two CPR classes are offered this summer at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital. The CPR Healthcare Provider Class is for those earning their card for the first time while the CPR Renewal Class is for those who have a current AHA CPR card already (which participants must bring to the first class). Both classes cover adult and pediatric CPR (including two-rescuer scenarios and use of a bag mask), FBAO and AED use. Classes include supplemental information on stroke, cardiac arrest and special resuscitation situations. Teaching methods include lecture, discussion and demonstration. There is also an AHA quiz. A textbook (which is recommended since guidelines have changed) are available in the hospital’s Daisy Basket Gift Shop for $15. Payment of the $50 fee is required at registration. To register, call 1-800-323-8622 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., and give the appropriate class code.

Mark Your Calendar

Advocate Hospice1441 Branding, Suite 200Downers Grove, IL 60515630-963-6800

Special Memorial Service for Recently BereavedSunday, Sept. 19, 4 – 5 p.m.Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital ChapelA special memorial service will be held for the hospice and patient families of Good Samaritan Hospital who have recently lost a loved one. Good Samaritan Mission & Spiritual Care and Advocate Hospice join together in leading this service as a comfort for the families they serve. For more information, contact Penelope Gabriele at 630-963-6800.

HOSPICE CORNER

prevention is just one area of health, and this program brings awareness to our congregation that we are providing opportunities for wellness,” he explained.

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women in Illinois. According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, heart disease is also a leading cause of disability among women, so women of all ages should be concerned about heart disease. “All women can take steps to prevent it by practicing healthy lifestyle habits such as increasing activity and making better food choices,” added Love.

Heart Smart for Women at DuPage AME Church was partially funded through Illinois General Revenue funding administered through the Office of Women’s Health, Illinois Department of Public Health and the Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research (licensed owner of the program materials).

DuPage African Methodist Episcopal Church is located at 4300 Yackley Ave. in Lisle. Phone them at 630-969-9800, or visit their website at info@dupageamec.org.

Larry Love endorses the American Heart Association recommendations that women take the following steps to lower their risk of heart disease:

• Quit smoking.• Improve cholesterol

levels and control high blood pressure.

• Control diabetes. • Get active. • Eat right. • Achieve and maintain a

healthy weight. • Manage stress.

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Chicago Cubs HonorAdvocate Good Samaritan Nurse

On May 12, the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth, the Chicago Cubs honored nurses at their game against the Florida Marlins. A special honoree, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital nurse Peggy Farrell, was invited to throw out the ceremonial first pitch of the game. A lifelong Cubs fan, Farrell said the experience was a once in a lifetime honor.

To prepare for the event, Farrell measured off 66 feet in her back yard, practiced and iced her arm beforehand. She made a perfect pitch to the home plate to Cubs pitcher James Russell.

Watch the video here: http://bit.ly/nursesfirstpitch

Farrell, manager of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Pediatrics at Good Samaritan Hospital, was chosen by the editors of Nursing Spectrum in an essay contest sponsored in conjunction with Chamberlain College of Nursing. Farrell wrote about her experience with the first abandoned baby at the hospital under new Safe Haven laws.

On her own time, Farrell forged a relationship with the mother, a high school girl who contacted the hospital days after the delivery. Offering support and postpartum resources, Farrell also arranged for the girl to meet the adoptive parents. Three years later, Farrell is still in contact with the girl, who is studying to be a lawyer at a prestigious law school.

Q: A member of my congregation has expressed interest in becoming a hospital volunteer. I would like to help her work this out. What do you suggest?

A: We are always looking for men, women and teens to volunteer at the hospital. Volunteer Services will work with your

congregant to match her interests with the hospital’s needs. For more information, you or she can call the hospital during standard business hours and ask for extension 31-1181.

Q: Once or twice I have rushed to visit a patient and been inconvenienced to find I don’t have cash with me. Is there a cash station inside the hospital?

A: We have three cash stations here. They are located in the Physician Office Center, in the main entrance of the hospital and in the waiting room of the emergency department.

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital3518 Highland AvenueDowners Grove, IL 60515630-275-5900www.advocatehealth.com/gsam

Office for Mission & Spiritual Care630-275-1185GSAM-SpiritualCare@Advocatehealth.com

Vice President:Rev. Jim Christian

Chaplains:Jill Bates Robin CaldwellJohnny Gillespie Kathy GingrichAnna Lee Hisey Pierson Maggie LhotkaClair Marich Stan StephensCathy Stewart Mike WillisAdrienne Zervos

Chaplain Educators:Amy Snedeker Sarah Sainsbury

Department Secretary:Betty Kosinski

Advocate Good Samaritan Outpatient Facilities:

6840 S. Main St., Downers Grove, IL 630-275-6840

15900 W. 127th St., Lemont, IL 630-243-7100

Advocate Health Care Other Advocate Health Care Facilities:

Advocate BroMenn Medical Center, Normal Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak LawnAdvocate Condell Medical Center, LibertyvilleAdvocate Eureka Hospital, EurekaAdvocate Good Shepherd Hospital, BarringtonAdvocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center,

ChicagoAdvocate Lutheran General Hospital, Park RidgeAdvocate South Suburban Hospital, Hazel CrestAdvocate Trinity Hospital, Chicago

Children’s Hospitals:Advocate Hope Children’s Hospital, Oak LawnAdvocate Lutheran General Children’s Hospital,

Park Ridge

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ClergyQ & A

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ct?

Beh

ind

the

iris

and

pup

il of

the

eye

lies

the

lens

, cle

ar in

col

or a

nd m

ade

of p

rote

in a

nd w

ater

. As

we

age,

it b

ecom

es in

flexi

ble,

less

tran

spar

ent,

and

thic

ker.

Som

e of

its

prot

ein

clum

ps to

geth

er, t

oo, a

nd th

at s

tart

s to

clo

ud a

sm

all a

rea

of th

e le

ns. T

his

clou

ding

is c

alle

d a

cata

ract

.

A h

ealth

y le

ns fo

cuse

s lig

ht th

at p

asse

s in

to y

our

eye,

pr

oduc

ing

shar

p im

ages

at t

he b

ack

of th

e ey

e (th

e re

tina)

. A

cata

ract

sca

tters

the

light

as

it pa

sses

thro

ugh

the

lens

, re

duci

ng th

e sh

arpn

ess

of th

e im

age.

In ti

me

a ca

tara

ct m

ay

grow

so

larg

e an

d de

nse

that

it’s

diffi

cult

to r

ead,

driv

e at

ni

ght,

or s

ee th

e ex

pres

sion

on

a gr

andc

hild

’s fa

ce.

The

risk

of a

cat

arac

t inc

reas

es a

s yo

u ge

t old

er. A

bout

hal

f the

po

pula

tion

has

a ca

tara

ct b

y ag

e 65

, and

nea

rly

ever

yone

ove

r ag

e 75

has

at l

east

one

. Alth

ough

som

e ca

tara

cts

are

caus

ed

by in

heri

ted

gene

tic d

isor

ders

, mos

t dev

elop

whe

n ag

ing

chan

ges

the

tissu

e th

at m

akes

up

the

eye’

s le

ns.

But

ther

e ar

e ca

uses

bes

ides

age

. Exp

osur

e to

ultr

avio

let l

ight

an

d ot

her

type

s of

rad

iatio

n m

ay in

jure

the

eye

and

resu

lt in

ca

tara

cts.

Stu

dies

sug

gest

thos

e w

ith d

iabe

tes

are

at g

reat

er

risk

. Oth

er p

ossi

bilit

ies

are

maj

or tr

anqu

ilize

rs, s

tero

ids,

and

di

uret

ics;

cig

aret

te s

mok

e; a

ir p

ollu

tion;

exp

osur

e to

lead

; he

avy

alco

hol c

onsu

mpt

ion;

hor

mon

e re

plac

emen

t the

rapy

.

For

a w

hile

, sel

f-ca

re m

etho

ds li

ke u

sing

a m

agni

fyin

g gl

ass,

lim

iting

nig

ht d

rivin

g, k

eepi

ng e

ye p

resc

ript

ions

cur

rent

, and

im

prov

ing

the

light

ing

in y

our

hom

e m

ay h

elp.

But

whe

n vi

sion

loss

beg

ins

to in

terf

ere

with

the

qual

ity o

f you

r lif

e da

y in

and

day

out

, con

side

r ca

tara

ct s

urge

ry. I

t’s s

impl

e an

d re

lativ

ely

pain

less

.

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ust

Is C

atar

act A

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s M

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