Impact Sports and Fitness in Abilene announces the addition of Amanda Johnson to the staff as a class instructor. Amanda will be teaching yoga classes beginning in February. “I’ve been doing yoga for over 15 years, and I have found my passion in teaching,” said Amanda. She started teaching over two years ago with the […]
In a time where longevity in the workplace is rare, Laurie Johnson stands as a shining example of commitment and dedication to her patients, co-workers, and Memorial Health System (MHS). This December 2024, Laurie celebrates her 25 years of service with the health system. Laurie began her journey with MHS in the Environmental Services Department, […]
Employees of Memorial Health System (MHS) wore blue jeans at work for another “Jeans Day” fundraiser on Fridays throughout the month of December. Employees make a donation, of at least $5, and are allowed to wear blue jeans at work. A total donation of $935 was presented to Neighbor to Neighbor in Abilene. Neighbor to […]
Home Health and Hospice of Dickinson County in Herington, an affiliate of Memorial Health System in Abilene, has selected the next Herington Hero Award. Congratulations to Kevin Bayes, and thank you for taking care of Herington! Kevin is the current Coach/Director for Herington Hearts Core Community. This particular program works to end poverty and reduce […]
Memorial Health System (MHS) has collaborated with community health partners, Dickinson County Health Department and K-State Research and Extension Chisholm Trail District, to update the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) for Dickinson County. This assessment takes place every three years. The goal for this assessment is to understand the progress made since the last CHNA […]
Hospice of Dickinson County is sponsoring its annual Remember Me Tree, to honor the memory of loved ones during the holiday season. Anyone may place an angel on the tree to honor or remember a loved one. Donations are accepted for the ornaments. For donations of $20 or more, porcelain keepsake ornaments are available. Placing […]
Employees of Memorial Health System (MHS) in Abilene wore blue jeans at work for another “Jeans Day” fundraiser on Fridays throughout the month of November. Employees make a donation, of at least $5, and are allowed to wear blue jeans at work. A total donation of $810 was presented to Abilene Core Community. One of […]
By Haley Jones, Director of Marketing and Development Home Health and Hospice of Dickinson County (HH&H), an affiliate of Memorial Health System (MHS) is proud to announce the promotion of Taylor Knauss to their department, as the new Hospice Volunteer Coordinator. Taylor first started with Memorial Health System at Learn & Grow Depot in 2017. […]
Dennis Rider is pictured (second from left), along with other Impact Sports and Fitness Parkinson’s program participants Richard Evers (left) and Kathy Ford (right). They are shown with Alecia Sare (second from right), Certified Personal Trainer, who leads the class. The 5th Annual Coyote Crazy Parkinson’s Benefit Poker Walk was held September 28th at Brown’s […]
Opinion EditorialNovember 7, 2024Harold Courtois, Hospital Administrator, Memorial Health System For over 30 years, the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program has enabled millions of Americans, including our patients in Abilene, to access essential healthcare. This program allows hospitals and clinics to purchase medications at a discount, ensuring that vulnerable populations—including seniors on fixed incomes and […]
