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Fort HealthCare Attains Dementia Friendly Recognition

Community Health
Thursday, August 8, 2024

FORT ATKINSON – Fort HealthCare proudly announces its official recognition as a Dementia Friendly Organization, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to providing inclusive and compassionate care for all patients.

To achieve this recognition, Fort HealthCare diligently met the rigorous criteria set forth by the Dementia Friendly Business/Organization standards:

  • Over 50% of staff have undergone specialized training in dementia care
  • Management has received comprehensive training to effectively lead and support dementia-friendly initiatives
  • Continuous integration of dementia care training and resources into ongoing staff development programs
  • Proactive consideration of environmental updates to better accommodate individuals living with dementia

Lisa Rudolph, Director of Inpatient Services and Education and Chair of the Dementia Friendly Committee at Fort HealthCare, expressed her excitement about this achievement, stating, “We are thrilled to be officially recognized as a Dementia Friendly organization. This milestone reflects our unwavering dedication to providing high-quality, person-centered care to individuals living with dementia. Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that Fort HealthCare is a welcoming and supportive environment for all patients and their families.”

Fort HealthCare remains committed to advancing its efforts in dementia care and upholding its mission of promoting health and well-being throughout the community.

For more information about Fort HealthCare and its dementia-friendly initiatives, please visit FortHealthCare.com/dementia-friendly.

The Fort HealthCare Dementia Friendly Committee is made of staff across multiple departments, as well as representatives from community organizations. Pictured Left to Right - BACK ROW: Krista Green (Imaging), Jessica Olson (Laboratory), Tiffany Pernat (Community Health and Wellness), Jenna Rudolph (Inpatient Services), Amy Christian (Dwight Foster Library), Marin Koch (Inpatient Services) FRONT ROW: Tonya Runyard (Jefferson County ADRC), BethAnn Nowak (Internal Medicine and Pediatrics), Lisa Rudolph (Inpatient and Education Services), Sandy Brown (Obstetrics), Molly Prater (Community Health and Wellness)

The Fort HealthCare Dementia Friendly Committee is made up of staff across multiple departments, as well as representatives from community organizations.
Pictured Left to Right – BACK ROW: Krista Green (Imaging), Jessica Olson (Laboratory), Tiffany Pernat (Community Health and Wellness), Jenna Rudolph (Inpatient Services), Amy Christian (Dwight Foster Library), Marin Koch (Inpatient Services)
FRONT ROW: Tonya Runyard (Jefferson County ADRC), BethAnn Nowak (Internal Medicine and Pediatrics), Lisa Rudolph (Inpatient and Education Services), Sandy Brown (Obstetrics), Molly Prater (Community Health and Wellness)