As of July 1, Hays Medical Center, part of The University of Kansas Health System, is the sole owner of St. Rose Health Center.

The purchase includes the land adjacent to St. Rose to the east and west.

“HaysMed will look to expand services, while evaluating campus expansion in the very near future,” said HaysMed CEO Dr. John Jeter. “We continue to evaluate all options, including the addition of hospital beds in Great Bend, and the site does lend the possibility of future expansion of the current facility.”

Education will be a key component of St. Rose’s new relationship with HaysMed. “Our relationship with The University of Kansas Health System provides us access to the most current medical practices, which will enable St. Rose providers to stay up-to-date on the very latest advances in treatment,” Dr. Jeter said.

Another aspect of this new partnership is raising the level of recruitment efforts to attract new physicians and mid-level providers, Dr. Jeter noted.

St. Rose Executive Director Zena Jacobs said the most important aspects of St. Rose remain the same.

“We will continue to provide the appropriate level of care to patients, as close to home as possible in a timely fashion,” she explained. “Our health-care services are evidence-based to ensure patients receive high-quality care and treatment.

“We will continue to work closely with HaysMed. We hope this relationship will bring the opportunity to bridge the gap in health care and bring even more specialists to St. Rose. This will only enhance the level of care for central Kansas residents. The possibilities are endless.”

Jacobs noted that HaysMed has responded to community needs since it became co-owners of St. Rose with Centura Health on Jan. 1, 2015.

For example, HaysMed learned patients wanted physical therapy at St. Rose and subsequently opened a clinic a year ago with one therapist. It now has two therapists, and recently added new equipment.

“HaysMed also has been committed to bringing in specialists to offer follow-up appointments close to home,” Jacobs commented. “They offer a seamless transfer process with hospitalists who respect our community’s needs. They are eager to care for our patients, as they work closely with St. Rose providers to ensure efficient transfers to HaysMed.”

HaysMed Specialty Clinic at St. Rose offers providers who specialize in cardiology; urology; orthopedic and general surgery; obstetrics and gynecology; and pulmonology.

St. Rose’s other services include: Great Bend Internists; St. Rose Family Medicine; Cardiac Rehab; imaging; Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice; and Convenient Care Walk-in Clinic.

St. Rose Ambulatory & Surgery Center became part of Centura Health in 2012. HaysMed was the managing partner during its co-ownership of St. Rose Health Center with Centura

St. Rose Health Center specializes in primary care, prevention and wellness. Services include St. Rose Family Medicine, Convenient Care Walk-in Clinic, Great Bend Internists, Imaging, Cardiac Rehab, Physical Therapy, Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice and a comprehensive Specialty Clinic.

St. Rose Health Center complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age disability, or sex.

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Since the death of a loved one naturally evokes emotional, physical and spiritual pain, Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice (GBHH&H) sponsors support groups throughout the year.

The next series of eight Monday evening grief sessions begins Feb. 6 and runs through March 27. Each 90-minute meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. on Mondays in the St. Rose Health Center first-floor conference room.

“We offer support groups for bereaved family members and friends who have suffered a loss,” GBHH&H Chaplain Larry Schumacher said. “This is in addition to individual follow-up care for those whose loved ones were enrolled in hospice.

“Support groups provide a safe place where people can embrace their pain, work through the grieving process and attempt to move forward,” Schumacher added.

While the chaplain and Social Worker Cathy Soeken will facilitate the group, Schumacher noted, “the effectiveness of a support group really comes from other group members who also are on the grief journey. If you feel you need support during this difficult time, or can contribute to someone else attempting to heal, you are invited.

“We hope we can work with you to provide assistance as you progress on the difficult journey of healing from your loss,” the chaplain added.

Anyone interested in attending the sessions or who wants more information is encouraged to contact GBHH&H by calling 620-792-8171.

GBHH&H, which has served central Kansas since 1979, is part of the St. Rose family. Its service area is Barton, Pawnee, Rush and parts of Stafford counties.

St. Rose specializes in primary care, prevention and wellness. Services include St. Rose Family Medicine, Convenient Care Walk-in Clinic, Great Bend Internists, Imaging, Cardiac Rehab, Physical Therapy, Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice and a comprehensive Specialty Clinic. St. Rose is co-owned by Hays Medical Center and Centura Health.

St. Rose Health Center complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age disability, or sex.

ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Call 1–855-429-7633 (TTY: 1–800-766-3777).

ATENCIÓN: si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1–855-429-7633 (TTY: 1–800-766-3777).

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While the Christmas season is a time for gathering with family and friends, it is also a time for remembering loved ones who have passed away.

Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice (GBHH&H) recognizes that families want to discover a special way to honor those who have passed, and is once again offering the Tree of Life. All proceeds allow GBHH&H to assist those in need of hospice care.

“Family and friends may purchase angels for the Tree of Life in honor of their loved ones,” said Donita Wolf, R.N., GBHH&H manager. “All the money we raise goes to the medication fund for our hospice patients. This is a wonderful way to honor loved ones and support those who are receiving hospice care at the end of life.”

The Tree of Life will be located in the atrium at St. Rose Health Center throughout the Christmas season; GBHH&H is part of the St. Rose family. The tree will be decorated with angels that memorialize those who are deceased.

“We have learned many people want to buy an angel as a memorial Christmas gift,” Wolf said. “They can find comfort in honoring family and friends in this unique way.

“We encourage community residents to remember loved ones and provide a helping hand to others at the same time,” she continued. “Everyone can be assured that all proceeds are used to help our neighbors at a difficult time.”

Angels are $10 each and may be purchased at St. Rose’s Gift Box on the first floor; GBHH&H on the second floor; or by visiting www.strosehc.com. The office number is 620-792-8171.

GBHH&H, a non-profit agency, has been serving the community since 1979. Its territory includes Barton, Pawnee, Rush and parts of Stafford counties.

St. Rose specializes in primary care, prevention and wellness. Services include St. Rose Family Medicine, Convenient Care Walk-in Clinic, Great Bend Internists, Imaging, Cardiac Rehab, Physical Therapy, Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice and a comprehensive Specialty Clinic. St. Rose is co-owned by Hays Medical Center and Centura Health.

St. Rose specializes in primary care, prevention and wellness. Services include St. Rose Family Medicine, Convenient Care Walk-in Clinic, Great Bend Internists, Imaging, Cardiac Rehab, Physical Therapy, Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice and a comprehensive Specialty Clinic. St. Rose is co-owned by Hays Medical Center and Centura Health.

St. Rose Health Center complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age disability, or sex.

ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Call 1–855-429-7633 (TTY: 1–800-766-3777).

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CHÚ Ý: Nếu bạn nói Tiếng Việt, có các dịch vụ hỗ trợ ngôn ngữ miễn phí dành cho bạn. Gọi số 1–855-429-7633 (TTY: 1–800-766-3777).

Since volunteers can play a crucial role in supporting families caring for hospice patients, a local non-profit agency has scheduled training sessions for those willing to help.

Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice (GBHH&H) has scheduled volunteer training for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on two consecutive Mondays – April 11 and 18. Each session will be held at 3520 Lakin, Suite 103. Participants are asked to use the Lincoln Street entrance.

“Those who attend the two training sessions are encouraged to volunteer but are under no obligation to do so,” said Donita Wolf, R.N., GBHH&H manager. “The classes can help them decide if this is a good way for them to support families who are going through a difficult time and need a little extra help.”

Volunteers can choose from a range of activities, including:

·   Companionship;

·   supportive listening and conversation;

·   reading;

·   reminiscing;

·   assistance with documenting the patient’s life story;

·   assistance with Memories Matter Bereavement Camp;

·   running errands;

·   caregiver respite;

·   office support;

·   light housekeeping; and

·   support during quiet reflection.

Training topics focus on the dying process and grief, as well as the role of the hospice team that includes the medical director, personal physician, a registered nurse, social worker, chaplain, home-health aide and the volunteer.

“We want volunteers to find their own comfort levels,” Wolf commented. “A volunteer activity is based on what a patient and family need and what the volunteer is comfortable with.

“Many of our volunteers discover that hospice service is personally rewarding,” Wolf added. “It is a wonderful way to share time and a compassionate spirit with families who are coping with a difficult time of life.”

Wolf also noted that sometimes volunteers have experienced losses and determine that hospice service is their way of giving back to others and to the community.

“This volunteer activity can be part of the personal healing process if they have had an appropriate amount of time to grieve,” Wolf explained. “We can work with prospective volunteers to decide when is the right time to serve.”

In addition to Wolf, training-session presenters are Larry Schumacher, hospice chaplain; and Cathy Soeken, hospice social worker.

Anyone interested in learning more about hospice or enrolling in the sessions is encouraged to call GBHH&H, 620-792-8171.

GBHH&H, which is part of the St. Rose Health Center family, has been serving the community since 1979. Its territory includes Barton, Pawnee, Rush and part of Stafford counties.

St. Rose specializes in primary care, prevention and wellness. Services include St. Rose Family Medicine, Convenient Care Walk-in Clinic, Great Bend Internists, imaging, Cardiac Rehab, Special Nursing Services, one-day surgical procedures, Golden Belt Home Health & Hospice and a comprehensive Specialty Clinic. St. Rose is co-owned by Hays Medical Center and Centura Health.