Logansport Memorial Hospital seeking volunteers for Meals on Wheels program

Logansport Memorial Hospital is seeking volunteers for our Meals on Wheels program. Drivers are needed to help deliver meals within the Logansport city limits to seniors in their homes. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in our community and help improve the lives of seniors by delivering a nutritious lunch time meal, this may be a good fit for you.

The details for this volunteer opportunity are as follows: 

• Meals are delivered within Logansport city limits 
• Deliveries are only made Monday – Friday, with no deliveries on major holidays or in bad weather 
• The route takes about an hour to complete, and meals are ready to be picked up by 10 am 
• Mileage reimbursement is available 
• LMH staff will work with your availability 
• You receive a free meal for yourself from Café Express at Logansport Memorial Hospital, once the meals have been delivered

A few additional requirements to be a driver include the following:

• You must have a valid driver’s license 
• You must complete an application at Logansport Memorial Hospital 
• You must pass a background check 
• You must attend a volunteer orientation 

 If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Katya Swisher, Director of Nutritional Services at Logansport Memorial Hospital by calling (574) 753-1522 or emailing kswisher@logansportmemorial.org.

Logansport Memorial Hospital's Volunteer Auxiliary installs memorial bench

Thanks to a generous donation from the family of Ruby Nead, a former member of the Volunteer Auxiliary, a memorial bench was purchased by the volunteers to honor Ruby for her many years of service to Logansport Memorial Hospital. The memorial bench has been installed outside the main entrance to the Hospital, along the circle drive, with a commemorative plaque attached. Ruby Nead’s granddaughter Mary Ann Netser (seated left on the bench), joined several of the Volunteer Auxiliary members to capture a photo of the bench after it was installed.

Featured in the photo from left to right:  On the bench – Mary Ann Netser and Sandy Jacks. Back row – Mick Jacks, Nita Brugh, Sharon Smith, John Rhodes, Ellen Bland, Dottie Quillen (LMH Concierge), Beverly Tabler, and Tammy Szarszewski (LMH Gift Shop Manager and Volunteer Coordinator).

We are grateful to Ruby Nead’s family for their contribution in her memory. This bench will be enjoyed by visitors and patients for years to come.

Scholarships now available at Logansport Memorial Hospital

Logansport Memorial Hospital is pleased to offer local high school students the opportunity to receive scholarships for higher education through two of its fundraising extensions – the Logansport Memorial Hospital Foundation and the Volunteer Auxiliary.

Logansport Memorial Hospital Foundation scholarship applications are now available in the guidance office of any Cass County high school. Completed applications must be received by the Foundation no later than Friday, April 1, 2016. The scholarship is only available for graduating seniors with career goals in the field of healthcare.

Scholarship applications for the Volunteer Auxiliary are now available in the guidance office at Cass County high schools as well. Completed applications must be received by the Volunteer Auxiliary no later than Monday, April 4, 2016 to be considered by the committee. The scholarship offered by the Volunteer Auxiliary is for any high school senior of an employee at Logansport Memorial Hospital. The recipient could also be a student who works or volunteers at the hospital.

For both scholarships, applications received must be filled out completely by the candidate. The signature of a guidance counselor or faculty advisor is required. Each completed application must include a recent high school transcript and a copy of the applicant’s letter of acceptance to the university or college of his or her choice. Applications received without a transcript or letter of acceptance will automatically be disqualified. Any incomplete applications will also be disqualified.

For the Foundation scholarship, candidates are also required to submit three letters of reference from individuals, other than parents or relatives, who have known the student for at least four years. At least one reference letter must be from a source outside of school or school-related activities.

For the Volunteer Auxiliary scholarship, candidates must provide contact information for three character references who are individuals other than parents or relatives that have known the applicant for at least five years.

On behalf of Logansport Memorial Hospital, the Foundation and the Volunteer Auxiliary consider it a great honor to present community education scholarships to outstanding Cass County students. It is our hope that upon completion of their education, these students will return to our rural community and enjoy successful careers.

For additional questions about the Foundation scholarship, please call Tammy Smith at (574) 753-1573.  For additional questions about the Volunteer Auxiliary scholarship, please call Tammy Szarszewski at (574) 753-1304.