IU Health Foundation

A few weeks ago, Gary and Shelly Henriott hosted an event on IU Health's vision for west central Indiana. Our campaign, All the Difference, will raise funds to address the region’s most pressing healthcare needs, as identified by IU Health and community leaders: - Cardiovascular care - Workforce development - Cancer care - Orthopedics - Neuroscience - Infant and maternal health Learn more about the campaign here: https://bit.ly/4eR1aIP

Thank you to Jack Georgeann and Stacey Connaughton for their gift of a bell to the radiation treatment area of the cancer center at IU Health Arnett. Prior to this donation, patients who completed radiation oncology treatment would have to visit the medical oncology unit to ring the bell, and their care team would not be able to join. "For many patients, ringing a bell at the conclusion of their cancer treatment celebrates the effort required to reach that milestone," says Dr. Matthew Orton. "This generous donation will allow patients the opportunity to celebrate with their loved ones and their radiation oncology care team."

Happy #July4th to our caregivers and providers dressed in red, white and blue!

We had a wonderful time teaching IU Health Fellows from Crispus Attucks High School about healthcare philanthropy last week. And we wish them well as they learn more at IU Health and pursue their career dreams! Learn more about the program here: https://bit.ly/45PMkhr Indianapolis Public Schools, Mosaic Center for Work, Life + Learning

Over the month, we have shared how six team members statewide were honored by donors who created awards to recognize their hard work. To learn more about the "Lynda" and John R. Melin award winners and how they are making a difference, read their stories here: https://bit.ly/3R7IOcg

This Alzheimer's and Dementia Awareness Month, we are grateful to the donors who are helping patients and families impacted by neurological diseases. Thank you especially to the Moore-Headley families and @cardon-and-associates for their generous $1.5 million gift for eldercare programs in south central Indiana. https://bit.ly/3z6zTBX

Congratulations to our final 2024 Lynda A. Merriman Award Winner for Compassionate Care, Julia Kelly, Physical Therapy Assistant! It’s not uncommon to see Kelly sitting on the floor with patients, tissues in hand, as patients talk about their struggles. Kelly is quick with a hug and words of encouragement, and she often makes it clear to colleagues and patients that she thinks about them even when she’s not with them.

Congratulations to IU Health Tipton! The Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Service (ADRS) provided training on eldercare and dementia, giving the hospital Dementia Friendly, Level 1 designation. We are proud to support programs like ADRS and help them expand across the state!

Please help us in celebrating our June Team Member of the Month, Leigh Ann Erickson! Colleagues credited Leigh Ann’s recent rollout of campaign phasing lists that will lead to new prospects for our gift officers, as well as the inquisitive and proactive energy she brings to our team.

We are grateful to David Morgan, and his support towards the Jerome Josephs Transplant Family Support Fund. While recovering from his lung transplant, he met Hal Miller who was also recovering from a lung transplant. The two supported each other so that one day they might both be healthy enough to play a round of golf together. We are so happy that day has arrived! Check out this video highlighting their friendship: https://bit.ly/4ez0JCF