Community Benefit 2010, Franciscan Alliance Inc.

Community Benefit Reportfrom Franciscan Alliance

Benefits to the Poor

Community Benefits

2010 Quantifiable Community Benefits

$444,756,036

(20.3% of Organization Expenses)

>>> We have an ongoing record of service and contributions

Members from all of our organization contribute their time and skills and, in meaningful ways, touch many lives in our communities.

$361million

2006

$330million

2007

$365million

2008

$381million

2009

$445million

2010

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Screenings, in memory of Mayor Lopez, help identify those at risk.

On August 28, 2010, at the age of 44, Chicago Heights Mayor Alex Lopez, collapsed and died of an apparent heart attack. In his honor, Franciscan St. James Health organized a screening day to help identify others who might be at risk for diabetes and/or undiagnosed cases of hypertension.

St. James Health

Franciscan St. James Health offers free mammograms to those in need.

Franciscan St. James Health works with Aunt Martha’s, to provide awareness and education to women in need. The program targets both Hispanic and African American women between the ages of 40 and 62 for services/screenings at Aunt Martha's and for a free mammogram at Franciscan St. James.

St. James Health

St. Clare Clinic: the healing ministry of Christ to the poor and uninsured

The people at the St. Clare Clinic were so kind and compassionate. They treated me with love and respect and did not judge me on what I did or did not have. It had been a long time since I was treated so well. I truly love the people from the clinic, they gave me new hope – and a new life. God bless them all.

St. Anthony Health-Crown Point

Building a healthy community through events like Senior Citizens Day at the Lake County Fair

Our goal is to educate the public with good health information. The screenings may help discover diseases or conditions early when they are easier to treat. We want individuals to make good lifestyle choices to reduce their risk of developing chronic diseases.

St. Anthony Health-Crown Point

Helping mothers deliver a full-term, healthy infant

It is a proven fact that women who receive prenatal care early in their pregnancy have an improved chance of a positive outcome. This free service is available to expectant mothers who have limited family income and are residents of south Lake County and surrounding communities.

St. Anthony Health-Crown Point

Offering memorial nursing scholarship to students with spirit, passion of Maria Petti, RN

The Maria Petti Memorial Scholarship Fund honors the spirit, passion and memory of Maria R. Petti, RN, one of Franciscan St. Anthony Health-Michigan City’s most highly regarded nursing professionals, who passed away suddenly from cancer at the age of 53 in August 2008.

St. Anthony Health-Michigan City

Providing access to health screenings and information that engages women to take charge of their health

We are committed to providing access to health information by offering regular health screenings to the community. Our goal is to help find conditions early, before symptoms begin, when the chances for treatment and cure are better. This is part of our compassionate care to all members of the communities we serve.

St. Anthony Health-Michigan City

Offering free mammograms that provide the life-saving benefits of early detection of breast cancer

We are proud to partner with The Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust and The Minority Health Coalition to offer special programs to the community, including free mammograms and follow-up ultrasound testing, for those who do not have access to healthcare.

St. Anthony Health-Michigan City

Crawfordsville facility is 'Inspiring Health' around the world

Crawfordsville donates medical supplies for various mission projects in India and other locations, including a seven year relationship with Medical Missions South Haiti and Dr. Michael Blood of Crawfordsville Family Care.

St. Elizabeth Health-Crawfordsville

Inspiring Health and inspiring the future

Crawfordsville serves as a clinical rotation site for college students and also supports a health care careers class that is offered by Crawfordsville, South Montgomery and Western Boone school corporations.

St. Elizabeth Health-Crawfordsville

Crawfordsville staff respects life at all stages

Crawfordsville hosts a perinatal loss memorial service once a year at Calvary Cemetery in Crawfordsville with assistance from various organizations and groups in the community.

St. Elizabeth Health-Crawfordsville

Providing health care for the uninsured

The Catherine McAuley Clinic is a volunteer-based medical clinic for the working poor and uninsured of the Calumet area. Since 1996, the clinic has provided medical and referral services to the medically under served. The clinic provides preventive care, physical exams, diagnosis and treatment of chronic health problems.

St. Margaret Health

Serving as a clinical location

Franciscan St. Elizabeth Health provides clinical opportunities for students from a variety of schools and a variety of health education programs, including but not limited to physical and occupational therapy, pharmacy, nursing and respiratory therapy.

St. Elizabeth Health (Lafayette)

Donating equipment to help the community

On March 2, 2010, Franciscan St. Elizabeth Health donated a CT scanner to the Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine for treatment of animals. The school can now scan patients faster, and they can exam two to four patients a day.

St. Elizabeth Health (Lafayette)

Fleet-footed physicians fare favorably in charity hoops

And when the final horn sounded, St. Francis Hospital doctors bested Roncalli High School's hand-picked squad, 73-62, in the annual Docs vs. Jocks vs.Drugs charity basketball game. But the real winners were students, who will benefit from the game's proceeds. The program has raised more than $110,000 since its inception.

St. Francis Health

Employees reach out to needy in community during holidays

More than 80 families on Indianapolis’ south side received a helping hand during the 2010 holiday season, through the Gift-a-Family program at Franciscan St. Francis Health. Employees and their respective departments adopted families earlier and began collecting new clothing, small household items and children’s toys and gifts and food baskets.

St. Francis Health

Investing in medical education for future professionals

We offer a one-year internship program at nominal cost for Medical Technology students. This creates a financially viable opportunity that in some cases may not have been available for students to complete their Bachelor of Science degree. The program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science.

St. Margaret Health

Developing compassionate, loving programs to meet patient needs

No One Dies Alone is a volunteer program at Franciscan St. Margaret Health that provides caring and comfort for patients who might otherwise face the transition of death alone. Volunteers are trained to serve in this important role, and can be called upon to sit with a patient as a companion during these last hours of life.

St. Margaret Health

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Franciscan Alliance provides medical and other supplies, health care and other services, screenings, support groups, educational opportunities and presentations, monetary donations, and other sponsorships. Members from all of our organization contribute their time and skills and, in meaningful ways, touch many lives in our communities.

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