Supporting Our Community's Health
Pardee Hospital Foundation is dedicated to raising funds and awareness to meet the specific needs of UNC Health Pardee. As a non-profit public hospital owned by Henderson County but not funded by it, UNC Health Pardee relies on community support to advance patient care, enhance technology, foster research, and support vital clinical programs. Through the generosity of our donors, the Foundation ensures that UNC Health Pardee will continue to provide exceptional care and inspire health for generations to come.
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| Community Partnerships Powering Healthcare Excellence
Local Businesses Step Up to Support Pardee Hospital Foundation
As we enter the season of giving and gratitude this fall, I am thrilled to share some heartening news. The number of local businesses stepping up to host third-party events in support of our Foundation continues to grow. These efforts go beyond backing our Women Helping Women Initiative; they support the very mission of the Pardee Hospital Foundation—to raise funds and awareness for our beloved community hospital, UNC Health Pardee.
This surge in community partnership is a testament to the spirit of support that has been a cornerstone of Pardee’s history. Our hospital was founded on the principles of an involved, supportive, and engaged community, and these values are alive and well today. When businesses, both large and small, get involved in this way, it allows the Foundation to continue operating in a fiscally responsible and lean manner. These partnerships play a crucial role in advancing healthcare excellence across the communities we serve.
In this issue, you’ll find more information on how to become a business partner or host your own event. I also encourage you to support the businesses listed below, who have gone above and beyond in their commitment to our cause.
Additionally, a quick reminder—tickets for the October 18th Women Helping Women Luncheon are selling fast. Be sure to secure yours soon! Finally, please be sure to read the news regarding our new Inpatient Dialysis Care Services. Patients requiring frequent weekly hemodialysis have been asking for this, and UNC Health Pardee is thrilled to now provide the inpatient option.
As always, we are deeply grateful for your continued support. Together, we are making a difference in the health and well-being of our community.
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Amy Treece
Executive Director |
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| Providing a Warm Welcome to our Tiniest Patients
We Asked, You Delivered
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the Women and Children’s Department at UNC Health Pardee has now purchased a new Panda Infant Warmer.
In the moments after the birth of a newborn, this essential equipment plays a crucial role in regulating body temperature and ensuring these tiny patients remain safe and warm during those critical first moments. The Panda Infant Warmer is used in every birth, providing a secure environment for newborns while facilitating essential care steps like footprinting and banding.
Our donors responded to the request for support last month, enabling Pardee to directly enhance the quality of care for our community’s newborns, thus giving each baby the best possible start in life.
This achievement highlights the powerful impact of community support, ensuring that Pardee’s tiniest patients receive the warmth and care they need. Thank you! |
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Countdown to the 2024 Women Helping Women Luncheon:
Tickets and Sponsorships Still Available |
The Women Helping Women (WHW) Luncheon is now less than six weeks away! While tickets are going fast, there are still sponsorship opportunities available for this signature event, taking place on Friday, October 18th at the Blue Ridge Community College Conference Hall.
Now in its 27th year, WHW Luncheon raises critical funds to support women in need of necessary medical care, bridging the financial gaps they may face in their most vulnerable moments. This year’s luncheon will feature Emmy Award-winning broadcaster and cancer survivor Sharon Delaney McCloud as the keynote speaker. Sharon, who also serves as Director of Corporate Communications at UNC Health, is deeply involved in the community and passionate about empowering women through her personal and professional experiences.
Since its inception in 1997, the WHW program has grown into a powerful force for change in our region, beginning with a focus on raising awareness about breast cancer and the importance of mammograms. Today, its impact has expanded to address a broader range of women's health challenges, offering both emotional and financial support to women in need. Don’t miss out on your chance to attend or sponsor this impactful event. Secure your tickets now, or explore how you can support the 2024 WHW Luncheon through a sponsorship. For more information, contact Executive Director Amy Treece at [email protected] or call 828-233-2700. |
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Local Businesses Step Up to Support Women's Health
We are thrilled and humbled by the outpouring of support from the business community for women's health and Women Helping Women 2024. Founded 25 years ago to help low-and-moderate-income women receive critical medical care, WHW has become a hallmark of the Pardee Hospital Foundation and a significant force for good within our community.
Designed to provide supplementary support for women who require necessary medical treatment but who cannot shoulder the costs, WHW steps forward to fill this financial gap in women’s moment of greatest need.
Join us in supporting these local businesses as they support women in our community. Get details and stay in the loop for additional listings throughout the fall at our Pardee Hospital Foundation Online Events Calendar: |
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| Green River BBQ
Throughout the month of September, Green River BBQ in Saluda will donate $1 each from several menu items to support the Women Helping Women program. The offer also includes orders of take home chopped chicken! |
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| Piggy's & Harry's On Sept. 21st, Piggy’s & Harry’s will donate 10 percent of the day's proceeds to help under and uninsured women receive medical care. Dine in or take out! |
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Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night
On Sept. 27th from 5-8 pm., the Spartanburg Highway location of Chick-fil-A will donate 15 percent of your sale to support Pardee Hospital Foundation . |
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The Gorge Zipline Adventure Use code PARDEE24 when you book online, and the Gorge will donate 10% of all zipline and canopy adventure sales to Pardee Hospital Foundation’s Women Helping Women program. |
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Don't forget to visit our online events calendar for a full list of upcoming specials and discounts offered by our business community throughout this month and into October, all in support of Pardee Hospital Foundation. |
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First Bank: A Pillar of Community Support and Engagement |
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For the third consecutive year, First Bank is proudly serving as the presenting sponsor of the Pardee Hospital Foundation’s Women Helping Women Initiative.
Founded in 1935 and headquartered in Southern Pines, NC, First Bank is the fifth-largest bank headquartered in North Carolina.
With over 1,200 employees and nearly 350,000 customers, the bank has earned a strong reputation not only for its financial services but also for its deep commitment to community support and well-being. Pardee Hospital Foundation and UNC Health Pardee are deeply grateful for our partnership with First Bank. |
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Partner with Pardee Hospital Foundation:
Together, We Strengthen Community Health
In the same way that the businesses above have joined forces with Pardee Hospital Foundation, when your business partners with us to enhance healthcare excellence, it makes a lasting impact on the health of Western North Carolina.
When businesses, corporations, and individuals unite to support the Foundation through our BUSINESS PARTNER PROGRAM, that collective generosity enables our community hospital to invest in state-of-the-art equipment, advanced technology, enhanced facilities, innovative programs, and skilled professionals.
This type of investment benefits the health and well-being of your employees, their families, and our communities.
Together, we can continue strengthening healthcare for our region and ensure a healthier future for all.
Below, be sure to read about our Spotlight on Business Partner, the SELEE Corporation this month! If your business wants to learn more about the Business Partner Program, please contact Amy Treece at 828-233-2700. |
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Supporters gather during a recent Business Partner Social at Trailside Brewing Company |
SELEE Corporation Champions Community Health Through Support of Pardee Hospital Foundation's Women Helping Women Initiative
With a special focus on on supporting our Women Helping Women Initiative Corporation, SELEE is a proud supporter of Pardee Hospital Foundation.
SELEE, a division of Porvair PLC is a global leader in metal filtration technology.
The Women Helping Women initiative resonates deeply with SELEE, as the company has seen firsthand the impact of breast cancer on its employees' lives. Driven by a passion for supporting women's health, SELEE’s involvement in the initiative reflects its commitment to caring for the community that has nurtured its growth for over 40 years.
Sissy Rogers, Vice President of Human Resources at SELEE, shared that while most of their employees are men, many have loved ones who have battled breast cancer.
“Supporting the Women Helping Women Initiative is important to us because we want to care for the women in our lives,” Rogers explained. SELEE’s dedication to this cause extends beyond the workplace, highlighting the company's broader commitment to community well-being and the value of community-grown healthcare, much like Pardee.
Recently, SELEE expanded its production and facilities in Henderson County, investing $7 million into its Hendersonville plant, including $4.5 million in personal property improvements. This expansion ensures the retention of over 110 good paying jobs.
As a family-grown company deeply rooted in Henderson County, SELEE’s support for the Pardee Hospital Foundation is a shining example of how local businesses can positively impact community health.
Businesses interested in joining SELEE to support the Foundation should contact Executive Director Amy Treece to learn more about becoming a Business Partner. |
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UNC Health Pardee Goes from Four to Five Stars in Quality and Safety by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services Only 14 hospitals in North Carolina received five stars. The latest CMS hospital ratings use a wide range of publicly available data in categories that include mortality, safety of care, re-admissions, timely and effective care, and patient experience. CMS provides the star ratings to help patients make decisions about where to get health care and encourage hospitals to improve the quality of care they provide.
Learn more at UNC Health and UNC School of Medicine |
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| Pardee Now Provides Comprehensive Inpatient Care for Dialysis Patients
In partnership with Mountain Kidney and Hypertension Associates and DaVita, UNC Health. Pardee is pleased to announce the launch of its inpatient dialysis program. This new service allows the hospital to provide hemodialysis for patients admitted for ongoing care, ensuring they receive comprehensive treatment without transferring to another facility. Hemodialysis is essential for patients whose kidneys can no longer filter blood effectively. The treatment involves using a machine to perform the kidney's work, removing waste and excess fluid from the blood. Typically, hemodialysis is required multiple times a week, each session lasting several hours. Previously, patients undergoing regular hemodialysis at a clinic, such as a DaVita location, had to seek care elsewhere if they needed hospitalization for unrelated issues, like a broken bone. Now, Pardee can provide the necessary hospital care and hemodialysis treatments, ensuring our patients receive the full spectrum of care they need under one roof. We are excited to continually expand care and enhance convenience to better meet the needs of the communities we serve! |
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| As Part of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, UNC Health Pardee to Offer Free Prostate Cancer Screenings September 17 "When caught early, prostate cancer is highly treatable,” said UNC Helath Pardee Urologist, Dr. Glover Little.
Men have an increased chance of being diagnosed with prostate cancer as they age. Other risk factors include racial and ethnic background and family history. Compared with white men, black men are more likely to develop prostate cancer in their lifetime and twice as likely to die from the disease, according to the National Cancer Institute at the National Institute of Health. “Men should talk with their provider about their risk factors and discuss when prostate screening is recommended,” Little added.
If screening is right for you, then be sure to take advantage of the free Screenings on Sept. 17th
Get more information and register here. |
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