| Dear Valued Donor,
 Spring
2008 is here and with it brings us fresh
opportunities to reach our next milestones
in service to our ACMC patients.
This month, we are so honored to show off
the video production that our healthcare
partner Kaiser Permanente produced for us
in December 2007. On March 27, we will premier
the 2008 community outreach video entitled “Alameda
County Medical Center ~ Your Partner in Health,” and
recognize the producer and cast, Kaiser Permanente
representatives, and our Campaign Leadership
at this special screening. A special “Popcorn
Night” premier at the Highland campus
will take place on May 7 — so stay
tuned for more details.
As we’re fast approaching the time
for our Annual Gala “A Legacy of Caring,” we
want you to please mark your calendar now
for Saturday, June 7, 2008. If you have ever
had an opportunity to attend, you know it’s
a great time you don’t want to miss.
Last, but not at all the least of our activities
to accomplish this year is our Community
Phase Angiography Suite Acquisition. Prior
to our video screening event, the Honorary
and Campaign Leadership Volunteers will meet
to initiate the Community Phase and receive
a complete orientation on the campaign scope.
The need for the new Angiography Suite (also
known as a cardio-vascular interventional
lab or a “cath lab” when utilized
for coronary procedures) is one of the highest
priorities for the ACMC. Our fundraising
goal set for the campaign is $2.6 million!
As you can see, we are moving full speed
ahead to provide funding that supports quality
care for our ACMC patients. Again, we thank
you for all of your support thus far this
year. We feel confident that, with our Board
of Directors and your support, we will succeed
in meeting our goals.
Until next time, best regards,
Cherlyn L. Spencer, MSW
Executive Director
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Gala
2008 Update
THE MOTOWN REVUE RETURNS BY POPULAR DEMAND
“HITSVILLE USA TO HEADLINE THIS YEAR’S
GALA”
Radio Personality Renel Hosts
 This year we’re bringing back the most
popular “Hitsville USA” for the
18th Annual Gala entertainment. To top it off,
the planning committee is excited to announce
that KISS FM radio personality and the voice
of the SF Giants, Renel Moon will be the Mistress
of Ceremonies.
Our goal this year is to raise $200,000 to
assist the Foundation in meeting its goals
for the ACMC equipment and program priority
needs, including the Angiography Suite acquisition,
Cancer Services program, Chronic Disease Management
initiatives (Adult Diabetes and Childhood Obesity),
and the Youth Violence Prevention Program.
For more information on table sponsorship opportunities,
individual tickets, or to donate an auction
item, visit our website at the links below:
More about the 2008 Gala...
Corporate Sponsorships for the
2008 Gala...
Donate an auction item for the
2008 Gala...
Get your 2008 Gala tickets or
make a donation online...
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Volunteers
Are Needed
The gala success rests on the involvement
of committed volunteers like you! We are
in need of onsite volunteers to help with
an array of tasks to ensure the event runs
smoothly. If you are interested, please contact
Gala Coordinator LaNiece Jones via email
at ljones@acmedctr.org, or call 510.535.7414,
to receive volunteer sign-up information
and the must-attend event operations training
date. We do have fun, too!
Or volunteer online to work at the 2008
Gala... |
Board
Member Profile
Bruce Bauer
 Long-time Alameda County Health Care Foundation
board member and current board treasurer
is Bruce Bauer, owner of West Coast Vending. Over
the past 10 years, Bruce Bauer and West Coast
Vending have contributed support to the Foundation’s
overall growth, its capital campaign, and
operating fund.
Currently, Bruce holds the position of reigning
chair of one of the Foundation’s major
fundraising activities, the Annual Golf Classic.
Bruce’s dedication to the foundation’s
efforts are truly admired and appreciated,
and he epitomizes a true board member.
Read
full article about Bruce Bauer... |
Childhood
Obesity Initiative
STRIVING FOR A HEALTHY COMMUNITY
 The Childhood Obesity Initiative, identified
as a high priority for Alameda County Medical
Center, under the leadership of Dr. Robert
Savio, Chief of Pediatrics, recently completed
a planning grant for $50,000 provided by
Kaiser Permanente. During the course of
this program, we were able to research
and identify our target population of children
with BMI’s greater than 85%, as well
as begin to initiate the use of educational
tools that would further help in the prevention
of obesity.
The planning grant included collaboration
with Alameda County’s Public Health
Department, which assisted us by developing
a screening tool and resource guidelines.
In an ongoing effort to educate and empower
parents and children on the importance of
creating healthy lifestyles, returning to
the Highland’s Pediatric Clinic during
the month of March and April will be the
enchanting storytellers from the children’s
picture book, Cousin Wash Presents: The Food
Convention. The Food Convention is based
on one of the original folktales of celebrated
storytellers and Zora Neale Hurston Award
winner Curtis N. Hall.
These free events are open to all children
and their parents. The first 25 participants
will receive a surprise gift. Following are
the dates to meet Mr. Corn, Mr. Stringbean,
and Mrs. Peanut:
Thursday, March 27, 3pm—4pm
Thursday, April 3, 3pm—4pm
We are on an exciting new path that will
bring life-changing interventions to our
patients and, in the long run, assist in
the creation of a healthier county. Currently,
we are seeking funds for Phase II of the
project, which will provide a pilot project
for children 2-18 years identified with BMI >85%.
More about the program priorities
we support... |
PROGRAM
PROFILE:
Youth Violence Prevention Program
Caught in the Crossfire: Intervening with
Violently Injured Youth at Highland Hospital
 Caught in the Crossfire (CiC) is a nationally
recognized hospital-based peer intervention
program of Youth ALIVE!, a nonprofit organization
dedicated to preventing violence and generating
youth leaders. The program matches youth
ages 12-20 who are recovering from violent
injuries with trained peer Intervention Specialists
from similar communities.
Since the program first began operating
at Highland Hospital in 1994, over 1,000
youth have been helped by the program. The
program currently operates at Alameda County
Medical Center/Highland Hospital in Oakland
and County + USC Medical Center in East Los
Angeles. The program goals are to prevent
retaliatory violence, reduce violent injuries
among youth, reduce youth involvement in
the criminal justice system, provide positive
peer role models, and promote alternatives
to violence.
Caught in the Crossfire was established
after a medical social worker at Highland
Hospital in Oakland called Youth ALIVE! requesting
support services for youth hospitalized for
gunshot wounds.
Caught in the Crossfire is funded in part
by the generous donors of the Alameda County
Health Care Foundation. For additional program
information, please see www.youthalive.org,
call Youth ALIVE! at 510.594-2588 ext.300,
or send email to mail@youthalive.org.
More about Youth Violence Prevention at
Highland... |
Considering Estate
Planning?
Estate planning is the most effective way for you to
manage your assets during your lifetime, provide financial
security for your family and loved ones, and make a generous
contribution to a charitable organization. Careful planning
can result in reduced tax obligations.
If you are considering a planned gift to the Alameda
County Health Care Foundation, please call us at 510-437-8365.
More
about estate planning... |
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The mission of the Alameda County Health Care Foundation is to
raise funds and generate community support for the Alameda
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UPCOMING
EVENTS
Awards Ceremony
2008
premiering Kaiser Permanente's
"Alameda County Medical Center: Your
Partner In Health"
Thursday, March 27, 2008
6pm– 8pm
Montclair Bistro, Oakland
Alameda County Commission on the Status
of Women
Women’s Hall of Fame Ceremony 2008
Saturday, March 29, 2008
11:30 am
Hs Lordships Restaurant
Emeryville, CA
Donor Advisory
Funds Luncheon
Thursday, April 17, 2008
11:30am—1pm
Highland Campus, Classroom A
Video Popcorn Night
@ Highland
Video Production Screening by
Kaiser Permanente's
"Alameda County Medical Center: Your Partner In Health"
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
4:30pm
18th Annual Gala
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Rotunda Building, Oakland
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