Accomplishments
Auxiliary
Through the Foundation sponsored Auxiliary much needed equipment has been donated for the benefit of a healthy community. In the last decade, the Howard Foundation has donated in excess of $1,800,000 worth of major equipment to upgrade the hospital.
On going and future projects include renovating and upgrades on all patient rooms. Currently four rooms have been renovated and each has been dedicated to a particular theme. One room was renovated in the memory of Mrs. Jane Stetz, wife of Doctor Joseph Stetz, for her dedication to working as a registered nurse at Howard Hospital. Another, the community Room, is decorated with artifacts and photographs of various areas of the community.
There seems to be a never-ending need for medical assistance, and though the costs are staggering, the Foundation attempts to help when and where they are able. The Foundation has donated assistance to those who are unable to pay.
Smoking Cessation Program – 2007
At the request of Dr. Mills Matheson, Frank R. Howard Foundation sponsored a county-wide smoking cessation program. Jennifer Barret of Mendocino County Public Health presented two sessions for Mendocino County community members.
Orthopedic Joint Program
Howard Foundation contracted with Marshall Steele & Associates to institute a Orthopedic Joint Center of Northern California at Howard Hospital under the guidance of Dr. William Bowen. Ms. Julia Serkin, RN, is nursing director for these services. The program began in 2006 and has rapidly become a destination hospital for patients seeking treatment of bone injuries.
Foundation President, Margie Handley and Past Auxiliary President, Geneva Akers presents new anesthesia machine purchased with funds raised by the auxiliary, to Operating Room Staff.
From L to R: Steve Lovell, O.R. Supervisor; Doctor William Bowen; Debbie Wold, RN,staff Anesthesiologist; Margie Handley and Geneva Akers.
