SACF Shine Like Susan 5K Shine Like Susan 5K organizers, who are also sophomores at Abington Heights High School, recently presented a check in the amount of $24,620.30 to the family of Susan Burke to support the Susan Burke Foundation for Colon Cancer Fund at the Scranton Area Community Foundation. Susan Burke, a beloved community member and running coach, passed away from colon cancer in July 2022. The Susan Burke Foundation for Colon Cancer Fund at the Scranton Area Community Foundation was established in July by the family of Susan Burke to provide charitable support to individuals with a colon cancer diagnosis who are experiencing financial hardship. A group of Abington Heights High School students from the Class of 2025 gathered to organize the Shine Like Susan 5K, which took place on Labor Day morning, Monday, September 5, 2022, at Abington Heights Middle School, to benefit the Susan Burke Foundation for Colon Cancer at the Scranton Area Community Foundation. Over 200 people participated in the race. Jack Farrell, president of his sophomore class at Abington Heights High School, saw an opportunity to unite his local community and the regional running community in memory of Susan Burke. “After seeing the sadness of so many and learning that Susan’s family established the Susan Burke Foundation for Colon Cancer, I wanted to see how I could help,” stated Farrell. Farrell, a runner himself and a member of the varsity Cross Country and Track & Field teams, immediately got to work planning and organizing the Shine Like Susan 5K race. “I approached and gained support of the AHHS principal, my Cross Country coach, and the AH district administration as well as Susan’s family, and then assembled a group of my fellow classmates and friends,” he added. Together with his team, he spent time meeting with the Scranton Area Community Foundation and other community leaders to learn how to set up the race and the charitable donation process. “We were amazed at how supportive the local businesses were. We were happy to successfully gain sponsorships from businesses willing to help,” Farrell stated. The race took place at the Abington Heights Middle School on September 5, 2022. Despite soaking rain, over 200 people showed up to provide support. “Even with the pouring rain, it was amazing to see so many people come together smiling and really shining like Susan always did,” Farrell added. The Susan Burke Foundation for Colon Cancer provides financial support to local people and their family to help ease their burdens as they battle colon cancer. The Scranton Area Community Foundation serves as administrator of The Susan Burke Foundation for Colon Cancer Fund. “The Scranton Area Community Foundation is grateful to work with people like Mr. Farrell, who have a desire to bring people together to make a difference,” stated Maggie Martinelli, Vice President of Administration and Operations. “Through the Shine Like Susan 5K, Mr. Farrell and his classmates have helped to ensure that Susan Burke’s legacy will continue to provide charitable support for many years to come through the Susan Burke Foundation for Colon Cancer.”
The Waverly Community House Artisans Marketplace Volunteers Needed Volunteers needed for both Saturday and Sunday. Two hour shifts. Mornings or afternoons available. Free admssion ticket for all volunteers. Call the Comm Office to sign up or for more information: 570.586.8191 or email kathy@waverlycomm.org. Click HERE for more information and to purchase tickets. This outdoor holiday marketplace will feature artisans from near and far offering a wide variety of hand crafted gifts and specialty food items for the holidays! Warm beverages, heat lamps, and seasonal music will all make for a fun, festive, atmosphere and a unique shopping experience. Luncheon by Constantino’s will be offered in The Comm Auditorium with seasonal entertainment provided by The Abington Heights High School Orchestra. Participating Artisans are: Bald Mountain MakesBeyond Infinity CreationsBirdsong BirdhousesBrook Hollis LeathercraftCandles by StellataCase Quattro WineryChristine’s SoapboxComm BakeshopCrow DesignsDA CreateDamiani CoffeeDeep Roots Hard CiderDesigns by Olivia GreyDistinctively RaisaGravity Line ForgeHappy ThreadsLil’ Sophia’s Jewelry BoxMaple Hill Farm & ApiariesMulberry Moon StudioNorth Harford MaplePure Suds Co.Rogers NurseryRoot RelationsSaint’s NicksThe Big G Organic FarmVessels for DanuVivid Color Jewelry CreationsWyldflower FarmsClick HERE to purchase tickets!Visit our website Waverly Community House 1115 N. Abington Rd. Waverly, PA 18471 Phone: (570) 586-8191 Fax: (570) 586-0185 Contact UsToday
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Allied Services Hospice Earns Five-star Rating In a move designed to help consumers make better-informed healthcare decisions, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released new star ratings for Hospices throughout the country. Allied Services Hospice was recognized as a five-star hospice, an achievement that places the organization among the top 10% of all hospices in the country. Only 195 hospices out of 2,026 hospices in the United States were awarded five stars, which is the highest quality rating available from CMS. It is the only Hospice provider in Northeastern Pennsylvania to receive a five-star rating. In August 2022, CMS released its first annual star ratings for Hospice providers based on the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) Hospice Family Caregiver Survey. The surveys, which are handled by an independent vendor, assess family satisfaction with the hospice, timeliness of receiving assistance, respectful treatment while in hospice care, receipt of emotional and spiritual support, management of pain and other symptoms, and willingness to recommend the hospice to others. “We cannot be more proud of the five-star rating we’ve achieved. This is a wonderful recognition of our team’s efforts in providing person-centered, family-centered, holistic care in all that we do,” commented Laura Marion, Assistant Vice President of Hospice and Palliative Care at Allied Services. “We are honored to care for the patients and families in our community, at a time we consider to be incredibly special, and sacred. Whether we are providing care to patients in their homes, in a facility, or in one of our inpatient units, we strive to focus solely on the needs of the patients and families.”
Scranton Prep Galleria Get a jump start on your holiday gift list and support local businesses when you shop over 65 local vendors-ALL UNDER ONE ROOF at Scranton Prep Galleria ’22 at the Xavier Center on November 12th and 13th. Saturday the first 250 patrons receive a swag bag and a chance to win a door prize. Sunday the first 250 patrons receive a swag bag and a chance to win a door prize. Take your chance and enter the basket raffle. Shop, eat and enjoy the holiday atmosphere at the best family-friendly event this season! Scranton Prep continues to monitor the Covid – 19 situation and follows guidance from the PA Dept. of Health and the CDC.
Scranton Cultural Center Tom Papa Comedy Tour Tom Papa 2023 Comedy Tour March 10 – 7:30 PM Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Theatre With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country finding success in film, TV, radio and podcasts as well as on the live stage. He is a regular guest on “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast and the late night TV shows. On May 12, Tom released his second book, “You’re Doing Great!: And Other Reasons To Stay Alive,” a collection of essays on how people really live in modern America and what’s truly good and wonderful about our lives. On February 4, Netflix premiered Tom’s fourth hour-long stand-up special, “Tom Papa: You’re Doing Great!” A hilarious rebuttal to the current cultural feeling of dread, Tom wants viewers to remember that they are doing great; life isn’t perfect, it never will be, and that’s okay. Tom’s new podcast, “Breaking Bread with Tom Papa,” premiered on May 12 and features Tom and his guest for an hour of eating, drinking and enjoying life. Listeners are invited to take a seat at the table as Tom and his guests celebrate the true meaning of breaking bread with insightful, revealing and always funny conversations. Tom is host of the daily Netflix radio show, “What A Joke With Papa And Fortune,” on SiriusXM’s Netflix Channel, airing Mondays through Thursdays from 10:00 AM – Noon ET. To learn more, visit tompapa.com. Tickets range from $42.40 – $64.55 VIP option available for $165.55 Prices include fees. GET TICKETS! Tickets can also be purchased at the SCC’s Fidelity Bank Box Office in person or by phone at (570) 344-1111. Fidelity Bank is proud to support the Scranton Cultural Center and the arts in Northeastern PA!
Geisinger Welcomes New Provider to Health Center in Scranton Steven Sluck, D.O., a family medicine physician, has joined the Geisinger 65 Forward Health Center team in Scranton. Geisinger 65 Forward is a health care program designed exclusively for people ages 65 and over with Geisinger Gold insurance where patients get longer appointments, more on-site health services and social, educational and wellness activities. Dr. Sluck is a board-certified physician who specializes in family medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency through the Crozer Keystone Family Medicine Residency Program in Springfield, Pa. Dr. Sluck joins 65 Forward after nearly a decade of treating patients at Geisinger Mount Pleasant. He has been with Geisinger since 2014. Through his years as a physician in family medicine, he has been delivering primary care services for children, adults, and seniors. “After working with patients of all ages, I am excited to start this new journey working exclusively with our senior population at 65 Forward in Scranton,” said Dr. Sluck. “What makes this program so different is the relationships I can build with those I care for — patients get longer appointment times, and I can better help them achieve their specific wellness goals, keeping them young and healthy. This is something special specifically with 65 Forward that’s different from any other program, and I’m glad to be a part of it.” Dr. Sluck is accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment with him, schedule a tour of the facility or to learn more about Geisinger 65 Forward, call 570-644-6198 or visit geisinger.org/patient-care/65-forward.For those interested in Geisinger Gold Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period began on Oct. 15 and ends Dec. 7. During this time, Medicare beneficiaries can compare coverage options, including Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage, and choose high-quality health and drug plans for 2023.Geisinger’s Medicare advisors can answer questions, compare plans and costs, and help navigate the enrollment process virtually, by phone or in person. For more information, visit geisinger.org/enroll or call 855-904-0153, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The Dime Bank Promotes Jennifer Tagle President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Bochnovich announced the promotion of Jennifer Tagle to Assistant Vice President, Application Services Manager at The Dime Bank. Jennifer Tagle joined The Dime Bank in 2003 as a computer operator. She was promoted in 2011 to IT specialist, taking care of both application and network operations. After several years, Tagle moved into an applications-based role as IT applications specialist, concentrating on all facets of the applications The Dime Bank support. Tagle was then promoted to IT applications analyst and then IT application services supervisor. In her new role as assistant vice president application services manager, Tagle oversees The Dime Bank’s software systems, setup of applications, and user interfaces that support all business units within The Dime Bank. She assists with configuration of the applications and systems and creates documents to support the end users. Tagle also supervises the IT applications analyst and performs data analysis and reporting as requested. Tagle graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in computer information systems from Mansfield University. Jenn Tagle said, “I’ve enjoyed my time here and have been fortunate to work with many different and knowledgeable people over the years here who have helped me along the way.” The Dime Bank President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Bochnovich stated, “Jenn has advanced her IT knowledge, expertise, and leadership skills throughout her career at The Dime Bank and is a great asset to our team and well deserving of this promotion. Please join me in congratulating Jenn and wish her continued success.”
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