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Fort HealthCare
NOVEMBER 2024 • VOLUME 17, ISSUE 11
40th Anniversary of Love Lights
This year, Fort HealthCare is proud to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Love Lights, a beloved holiday tradition since 1985.

The 40th Annual Love Lights Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. 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 Santa!

Love Lights can be purchased online throughout November and early December. To learn more or to purchase love lights, click the link below!
FORT HEALTHCARE EVENTS
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!
November Blood Drive
Join us on November 13th for our Blood Drive at the Fort HealthCare Therapy & Sport Center in Fort Atkinson!

The blood drive will be located in the Versiti mobile bus in the Therapy & Sport parking lot on November 13th, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

Reserve your spot today! Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are also welcome.
Free Blood Pressure Screenings
Join us and participate in our free blood pressure screenings in November!

November 13th - Rock Lake Activity Center from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

November 21st - Fort Atkinson Senior Center from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
COMMUNITY EVENTS
FROM OUR BLOG
National Physical Therapy Month and the Importance of Falls Prevention
October was National Physical Therapy Month, a time to raise awareness of the many benefits of physical therapy and the importance of falls prevention. Click below to read more!
HEALTHY HABITS
Recipe
As cold weather and winter approach, there's nothing like a warm, comforting meal to keep you cozy! Try this Chicken and Dumplings recipe, a perfect dish for a chilly evening.

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 November series, from November 10th-20th.

Click below to register or learn more about our Virtual 5K Winter Series!
NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
Staff Recognition Luncheon
The Business Office and Health Information teams were celebrated this week with a joint luncheon for their efforts to help the organization meet our forecasted goal for FY24. This marked the first in-person meeting for the departments since Covid. Jim Nelson presented the Strategic Plan and building project updates, and a few lucky staff won prizes. Thank you to everyone for your dedication and hard work!
Fort HealthCare and Homeless Coalition Partnership Brings Housing Project to Successful Completion
Fort HealthCare and the Homeless Coalition of Fort Atkinson are proud to announce the successful completion of their collaborative project to address housing instability within the community. Click below to read the full press release.
Rotary Club of Fort Atkinson Lights Bike Depot PINK for Breast Cancer Awareness
This October, the Rotary Club of Fort Atkinson lit up the Bike Depot pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This gesture supports the ongoing efforts to raise awareness about breast cancer and emphasizes the importance of early detection. Click below to read the full press release.
FortCast Podcast
Be sure to "tune in" to our most recent FortCast episode as Dr. Mike Anderson, Fort HealthCare President & CEO, discusses Breast Cancer Awareness with Jamie Clementi, MD, Fellowship-Trained Breast Surgeon and Breast Health Expert.

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

Publications are available in both English and Spanish.
Health Updates from Jefferson County Health Department
Click the button below to learn more about Jefferson County Health Department's November news and events!
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