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DECEMBER 2024 • VOLUME 17, ISSUE 12
Jefferson ½ Mile ATV Club Raises $54,695 for Fort HealthCare Mammogram Voucher Program Through Save the Racks Ride Fundraiser
The Jefferson ½ Mile ATV Club proudly announces the successful conclusion of the 7th Annual Save the Racks Ride, which took place on Saturday, October 5, 2024. This year’s event saw a remarkable turnout of 279 riders, including participants from out of state for the first time. The event raised an impressive $54,695 for the Fort HealthCare Mammogram Voucher Program, bringing the total funds raised over the past seven years to an astounding $167,559, all generated by a dedicated team of volunteers. Click below to read the full press release.
FORT HEALTHCARE EVENTS
40th Annual Love Lights Ceremony
Join us for the 40th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, December 12th at 6:00pm on the front lawn of Fort Memorial Hospital! Enjoy the Music, Seasonal Message, & Dr. Jamie Clementi as our Honorary Tree Lighter.

Reception to follow with refreshments, cookies, and visits with Mr. & Mrs. Claus!
Health for the Holidays
Looking for a way to stay active, energized, and stress-free during this busy holiday season? Join Fort HealthCare and JCHD’s Health for the Holidays Community Challenge!

From November 18th to December 29th, participate in a 6-week wellness journey where daily challenges help improve your mind, body, and overall well-being. Click below to learn more!
Free Blood Pressure Screenings
Join us and participate in our free blood pressure screenings in December!

December 11th - Rock Lake Activity Center from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

December 13th - Watertown Senior Center from 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

December 19th - Fort Atkinson Senior Center from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
COMMUNITY EVENTS
FROM OUR BLOG
How to Host a Hearing-Loss-Friendly Holiday Dinner
You’ve finalized the menu and guest list, but have you figured out how to help loved ones with hearing loss have a festive time? It’s easier than you think—follow these tips for a happy holiday that’s also hearing-loss-friendly. Click below to read more!
HEALTHY HABITS
Recipe
Add a touch of elegance to your holiday season with this Baked Scallops recipe! Perfect for a chilly December evening or your next festive gathering, this dish is sure to delight.

Click below to access this recipe - and several of our healthy online recipes.
Virtual 5K Winter Series
The Winter 2024-2025 Virtual 5K Series has FREE virtual races offered each month through February 2025. Don't miss the December series, from December 10th-20th.

Click below to register or learn more about our Virtual 5K Winter Series!
NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
Fort HealthCare Accepting 2025 Scholarship Applications
Fort HealthCare is offering scholarships totaling over $30,000 for the 2025-26 academic year to qualified students pursuing careers in healthcare. Students interested in applying can complete an application online at FortHealthCare.com/scholarships. Applications can be submitted beginning December 5, 2024. Applications are due by March 1, 2025.
Outpatient Nutrition Services
Good nutrition is key to wellness and managing conditions like diabetes and heart disease. Fort HealthCare’s Nutrition Services offers comprehensive outpatient consultations to support individuals of all ages. Contact (920) 568-5453 or email megan.kutz@forthc.com for more information.
Celebrating 40 Years of Love Lights
Fort HealthCare proudly celebrates 40 years of the Love Lights campaign, a cherished tradition since 1985. This holiday event allows the community to honor loved ones with colored lights or remember them with white lights, while supporting vital healthcare services and scholarships that benefit our community.
FortCast Podcast
Be sure to "tune in" to our most recent FortCast episode as Dr. Mike Anderson, Fort HealthCare President & CEO, discusses Alzheimer's Disease awareness with Tonya Runyard, BSW, PAC and Lisa Rudolph, MSN, RN.

Click below to hear the latest information on topics that can help you improve your health!
COMMUNITY CONNECTION
Backpack News
Check out the December 2024 editions of Backpack News for Kids and Teens!

Publications are available in both English and Spanish.
Jefferson County Drug Free Coalition December Meetings
Friday, December 13th, 8 AM - 9 AM &
Friday, December 20th, 8 AM - 9 AM

Attend in-person at the Health Department OR virtually. For more information, please reach out to Vanessa Leaders at vleaders@jeffersoncountywi.gov.
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