As The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) at Highland Park Hospital celebrates 90 years in the community, it continues to seek donations to provide invaluable programs to its local residents.
This volunteer group has already made a lasting impact on the entire NorthShore Highland Park Hospital community. Its members have led the fundraising efforts to provide numerous improvements to the hospital, including the renovated emergency room, the Primary Stroke Center and the new Ambulatory Care Center. The Auxiliary also focuses on community services projects such as the LifeSource Blood Drive, NorthShore Kids’ Corner, Mobile Meals, Remembrance Fund, Employee Scholarship Fund and the Highland Park High School Student Board.
This year, among other initiatives, the Auxiliary is raising funds for a unique program receiving national attention. With over 54,000 adult Lake County residents diagnosed with diabetes, Be Well-Lake County is a vital asset to those impacted by the disease. Be Well-Lake County is a community health initiative committed to providing greater access to comprehensive diabetes care for medically underserved patients. NorthShore is collaborating with the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center (LCHD/CHC) to provide high quality diabetes treatment, education, and support resources to enable improved diabetes outcomes. Be Well-Lake County offers a coordinated network of patient-centered healthcare services to patients and their families.
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"Our amazing group of women has dedicated countless hours and millions of dollars to help fund programs throughout Highland Park and neighboring communities. We’re proud of our history, and look forward to creating a lasting impact for the generations following us,” explains Abbe Silverberg Sparks, president, Auxiliary at Highland Park Hospital. “Be Well-Lake County is just one example of how we come together to support those around us.”
To make a donation to the Auxiliary at Highland Park Hospital, please visit www.northshore.org/hphappeal or call (847) 926-5003.
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About The Auxiliary
The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) at Highland Park Hospital is a volunteer organization that raises funds and friends and provides services to Highland Park Hospital and NorthShore. It operates within the auspices of the NorthShore Foundation, NorthShore’s leading philanthropic entity. The Auxiliary also promotes health awareness and the Hospital’s programs within the community.
About NorthShore University HealthSystem
Headquartered in Evanston, Illinois, NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) is a comprehensive, fully integrated, healthcare delivery system that serves the Chicago region. The system includes four hospitals in Evanston, Glenview, Highland Park and Skokie. NorthShore employs approximately 9,000 and has 2,400 affiliated physicians, including a 700+ physician, multispecialty group practice with over 75 office locations. Further, NorthShore supports teaching and research as the principal teaching affiliate for the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.
The NorthShore Research Institute focuses on clinical and translational research, including leadership in outcomes research and clinical trials. The NorthShore University HealthSystem Foundation is the primary philanthropic entity of NorthShore. The Foundation raises charitable contributions and engages volunteer friends in support of NorthShore’s ongoing mission to preserve and improve human life.
NorthShore has significant capabilities in a wide spectrum of clinical programs, including cancer, heart, orthopaedics, high-risk maternity, pediatrics and neurosciences. NorthShore is a Magnet recognized organization, the only one in Illinois designated as a system to receive this prestigious honor that demonstrates excellence in nursing and high standards in patient care. NorthShore is a national leader in the implementation of innovative technologies, including electronic medical records (EMR). In 2003, NorthShore was among the first in the country to successfully launch a system-wide EMR with demonstrable benefits in quality, safety, efficiency and service to patients. NorthShore has been recognized by multiple national organizations for this notable achievement.
