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This past Saturday, sixty-five (65) children of Brooks-TLC employees enjoyed a visit with Santa (Kenny Long) and Mrs. Claus (Cindi Polowy) along with cookie decorating, crafts and plenty of treats thanks to our faithful Auxiliary friends. Thanks to all who made this happen especially Lisa Muldowney and Joanna Banach.   The annual Auxiliary of BMH Tree of Lights ceremony has been scheduled for Friday, December 8 at 7pm in the Brooks-TLC Hospital System, Inc. – Brooks campus lobby. The annual tree lighting ceremony is a community wide remembrance and living tribute to those we love and cherish. Following the official lighting of the tree, which is donated by Toots Tree Farm in Forestville, festivities include caroling throughout the hospital and refreshments. Your contribution of only $10 or $50 per individual name - either in honor of - or in memory of - a loved one will help the Auxiliary of BMH continue providing support to the hospital in the form of much needed patient care equipment. Names of all honorees will appear on a scroll in the hospital’s main lobby and lights will sparkle throughout December and into January. For more information contact Lisa at 679-4774 or download an order form here. Brooks-TLC nurses had the honor of participating in Dunkirk Elementary School #3 Hallway of Heroes celebration last week. In addition to corresponding by written letters to inquiring students, nursing staff received the honor of a hero’s welcome by cheering schoolchildren asking for autographs. The celebration culminated with a Q&A by inquisitive students asking about the nursing profession.
Most needed items include: Cereal • Peanut or other nut butters • Canned tuna and chicken • Canned soups, stews and chili • Canned fruit • Canned veggies • Beans, canned or dried • Boxed mac & cheese • Pasta and rice • Spaghetti sauce • Baby food, formula, and diapers • Canned green beans • Canned sweet corn • Canned yams • Boxed turkey stuffing • Canned or packet gravy • Instant mashed potatoes • Cornbread mix • Applesauce • Canned cranberry sauce • Canned pumpkin or fruit pie filling. Low sodium, low sugar, and whole grains are preferred.
 Top row L to R: Cindi Polowy, Lauren Szymczak, Michelle Hallmark, Janis Szot, Brandon Drummond, Marlene Williams. Front L to R: McKenna Lanning, Tyler Goss (in stroller), Jacob Goss, Christina Goss, Sheila Walier On a chilly fall Saturday morning, team Brooks-TLC-Kaleida helped raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research at the Dunkirk event on September 29 at Point Gratiot Park.
If you’re an older adult, issues such as vision or inner ear problems, osteoporosis, and weakened muscles can throw you off balance. Chances of falling are greatly diminished through interventions that help seniors remain independent and live longer, fuller lives. To help seniors in our community stay balanced, the Brooks Memorial Hospital Physical Therapy Department offers a periodic Balance Clinic with staff specially trained and certified in balance and vestibular issues. The popular program consists of ten sessions aimed at providing participants with the right tools and activities to improve coordination, strength and postural control. Help prevent a trip to the emergency room, or at worst….a life-changing injury. Beginning Tuesday, October 23, the clinic will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12 noon to 1 p.m., for five consecutive weeks through November 22. Participants learn fun exercises in a supportive environment at First United Methodist Church of Fredonia, 25 Church St., Fredonia NY. Cost is only $13 for each day attended or $130 for all 10 classes. No physician referral is required. Please arrive 30 minutes early. For more information or to register, visit www.brookshospital.org/upcoming-eventsclasses or call 363-3092.  Explore your creativity at Brooks' most popular fun-raising event. Last year's fun-filled paint night, facilitated by Anne Davis, raised over $2200 for medical equipment and technology at the Brooks campus. This year, we've joined forces with our partners at TLC to host the event one night only! Tickets are selling quickly for the August 2nd get-together at St. Columbans on the Lake, Silver Creek. Reserve your spot today by calling 363-3313 or email swalier@brookshospital.org.
 It's a beautiful day to reap abundant health benefits by taking a walk outside today - while helping others be healthy too. Today, from 9am - 2pm, visit the Unyts mobile blood unit in our visitor parking lot and donate greatly needed blood for your friends, family and neighbors in our community. All donors receive 2 flex passes to any Buffalo Bisons home game, plus free lunch! While you're there, swing by our very own farmers' market to purchase fragrant, flavorful, locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables brought to you by Richard Feinan Farms. Just look at those incredible colors. By purchasing food from a farmers' market, you help our local economy and give your body greater nutritional benefits - and food tastes fresher too. Today is the day to start your health journey while helping others too!
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