FALL ISSUE ______ 2017

AutumnWe are now in the tumble downward into Autumn — how perfect that in English, we even call it “Fall.” Trees give up their gold-red leaves, the wind becomes harsh and chill, and so much created in our world begins to wither and die.

Autumn is one of my favorite seasons, and part of that is the enjoyment of wearing sweaters! There is something comforting about the feeling of a sweater, especially when we sit outside in the evenings and relax in front of a fire in the fire pit.

Yet underneath that contentment, a certain sadness lies. Grief is like that. As you find your ‘new normal’ and find a restored contentment, there is still that sadness that lies beneath. Maybe that’s what it is – the familiar comfort of the season, the memories stirred by wrapping ourselves in sweaters worn in years past that cause this season to be difficult for those who grieve. Perhaps it is just that familiarity and the fact that for those who are grieving, reality sets in that we have lost someone close to us that we thought would always be there. Autumn is a good time to think of what is precious, what can endure beyond these days of waning light and loss of what has mattered. Does memory alone serve? Much of what we die knowing is the quality of how we have lived or loved; and even if it is just a glimpse behind us, we may reflect on whether our values were well-placed. And each day, more and more memories lie on the ground like fallen leaves, too numerous to gather — and too heart-rending to ignore. We know that we must breathe in and out, in and out, a rhythmic chant that accompanies our grief and at once sustains us.

My Mom loved Autumn and I have one of her favorite fleece blankets that has a beautiful Fall

scene pattern on it. I love to wrap myself up in it and think of her and the warmth her memories

bring. I hope you, too, wrap yourself in something that brings warm memories and

experience all the love that it brings.

Karen K Decker, RN Hospice Bereavement and Volunteer Coordinator

Pastor Dale Sattgast joined the HRMC Hospice team as Hospice Chaplain in the fall of 2016. When asked what it is like to work with the team, Dale said, “The care and professionalism by all members of the Hospice staff and volunteers is impressive. The entire team recognizes the special needs – whether physical, emotional, or spiritual – of the Hospice patients and their families and make every effort to make certain those needs are met with exceptional care and compassion and encouragement. It is a blessing to be part of this team.” It was while serving as an air traffic controller in the U.S. Navy, that Dale sensed God’s calling to be a pastor. He graduated from Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri in 1980. Dale has served as pastor of rural parishes near Sioux Falls, a mission congregation in Albuquerque, New Mexico , and as senior pastor of Mt. Calvary Lutheran in Huron from 1987 until 2006. From 2006 until retirement in 2015, he served in Sioux Falls as the president of the Missouri Synod (LCMS) South Dakota District, having oversight of all of the state’s LCMS schools, congregations, and professional workers. In 2011, Dale was awarded a doctorate degree by Concordia University, St. Paul, Minnesota. Dale became familiar with Hospice during seminary training. As a parish pastor, he had the opportunity to see the benefits of Hospice care. Dale says “I became the Hospice chaplain because I was asked. I had become a “target” partially because I was retired. But being part of the Hospice team, being able to bring spiritual comfort and encouragement to the patients at this important part of their lives’ journeys, and being able to stand with the patients’ families have all been rewarding.” Dale and his wife Debbie recently celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary. Dale says, “The Lord has blessed us with three children and five grandchildren. Debbie has been employed by Huron Regional Medical Center for a little over 25 years, currently serving as part-time physical therapist with HRMC Home Health. We both are actively involved at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church. Although retired, I still serve in volunteer positions with our denomination on a district and national level. I also enjoy reading, singing in the church choir, hunting, fishing, photography, woodworking, and gardening. “ Dale has been a vital addition to the Hospice Team. Patients and families have expressed great appreciation for Dale’s genuine spirit, the comfort, and encouragement he brings to them at this difficult time in their lives. He also has served as a valuable encouragement to the team as well. Thank you, Dale.

Hello! My name is Brooke Sydow,

and I am the new Program

Developer for the HRMC Foundation

and Hospital. You may be

wondering, “What is a Program

Developer?” In summary, my role

with HRMC will be to assist with

Workforce Development in multiple

capacities. As you may be aware,

much of the Midwest is facing a

workforce shortage. This is due to

many reasons, for which I am researching and developing

programs to combat.

Some of the major projects that I am working on include student

and workforce recruitment and retention, creating further

education opportunities for the greater Huron area and

surrounding communities, diversity integration, and creating

partnerships within the Northern Plains Health Network.

I join the HRMC team holding a Doctorate of Education and

Administration from the University of South Dakota, a Master’s

and Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies from South

Dakota State University, and a Secondary Teaching Certification

from Lone Star College in Houston. My professional experience

is built from coordinating Workforce Development for the

Greater Huron Development Corporation,

Teaching/Advising/International Work at South Dakota State

University, English as a Second Language and Spanish Instruction

for Secondary and Postsecondary Students, Personal Training

and Coaching.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband John,

who is an Electric Operations Supervisor for NorthWestern

Energy, our 5 year old daughter, Summer, who just started

Kindergarten, and our two dogs Nova and Remi. We enjoy

camping, traveling, and spending time with our extended

families.

I am excited to serve Huron in this role, and look forward to

meeting new people. If you are interested in learning more

about Workforce Development for HRMC, please contact me at

605.353.6323 or bsydow@huronregional.org.

For more information on HRMC Foundation, please visit our website www.hrmcfoundation.org, find us on Facebook or contact Paul Rann, Executive Director at 605-353-6315.

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The 2018 United Way Campaign is underway! This year’s goal is $310,000. Each year the Heartland Region United Way raises money in the community for vital programs to improve the education, income, and health of the residents in Huron and surrounding communities. In 2018, the United Way will be supporting 45 programs sponsored by 31 local agencies and enhancing literacy for over 505 children in Beadle and Kingsbury counties each month through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. In addition 505 children were served each week with supplemental food items and numbers are expected to increase. We will also provide funding for the Ronald McDonald Dental Bus and will continue to coordinate large events to improve our community such as the Day of Caring and Day of Action. By getting involved with United Way, you become a leader in creating a lasting impact that will help make our community a better place to live and work. Over 98% of the funds raised by the United Way Heartland Region help people who live and work right here in the Huron area.

HRMC Community Hospice is a partner with United Way Heartland Region. The funds Hospice receives help to cover the cost of hospice patient medications, equipment and patient education. HRMC’s United Way Representatives: UW Board Members: Dr. Elyse Brock, Elizabeth Watson, Lauren Marquardt, Joani Ochsner UW Support personnel: Misty Sporrer and Rhonda Hanson

Your contribution to United Way is an investment in the lives of adults and children in our community. LIVE UNITED!! www.LiveUnitedHuron.com

HRMC Community Hospice is a Level 1 partner with the We Honor Veterans program, a project of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This coalition is designed to empower hospice professionals to meet the unique needs of Veterans at end-of-life and provide support for their families.

“Ensuring Excellent Care for Our Nation’s Veterans”

This October, HRMC is proud to participate in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the second most common kind of cancer in women. About 1 in 8 women born today in the United States will get breast cancer at some point.

The good news is that most women can survive breast cancer if it’s found and treated early. A mammogram – the screening test for breast cancer – can help find breast cancer early when it’s easier to treat.

• If you are a woman age 40 to 49, talk with your doctor

about when to start getting mammograms and how

often to get them.

• If you are a woman age 50 to 74, be sure to get a mammogram every 2 years. You may also choose to get them more often.

Talk to your doctor about your risk for breast cancer, especially if a close family member had breast or ovarian cancer. Your doctor can help you decide when and how often to get

mammograms.

Common questions about breast cancer

Are all lumps cancerous?

Only a small percentage of breast lumps turn out to be cancer.

But if you discover a persistent lump or notice any changes in

breast tissue, it should never be ignored. It is very important

that you see a physician for a breast exam. Your physician may

possibly order breast imaging tests to determine if this lump is

of concern or not. Take charge of your health by performing

routine breast self-exams, establishing ongoing communication

with your doctor. Getting an annual clinical breast exam, and

scheduling your routine screening mammograms.

Does a family history of breast cancer mean I am likely to

develop breast cancer, too?

While women who have a family history of breast cancer are in

a higher risk group, most women who have breast cancer have

no family history. Statistically only about 10% of individuals

diagnosed with breast cancer have a family history of the

disease.

Can a healthy diet help to prevent breast cancer?

A nutritious, low-fat diet (30 grams or less) with plenty of fruits

and green and orange vegetables can help reduce the risk of

developing breast cancer. A high-fat diet increases the risk

because fat triggers estrogen production that can fuel tumor

growth.

Can physical activity reduce the risk of breast cancer?

Exercise boosts the immune system and helps you to keep your

weight in check. With as little as three hours of exercise per

week, or about 30 minutes a day, a woman can begin to lower

her risk of breast cancer. This doesn’t require going to a gym

either. Power walking is more than sufficient! ***Source: National Breast Cancer Foundation September 2017

For more information, visit the National Breast Cancer

Foundation at www.nationalbreastcancer.org

HRMC will celebrate October promoting early detection and

increasing the number of women receiving regular

mammograms through awareness activities and free

mammograms through HRMC’s We’ve Got You Covered

program. Women between the ages of 40-64 or are under age

40 and at increased risk who have not had a mammogram in

two years and do not have insurance that covers a mammogram

are eligible to receive a free mammogram thanks to the

generous donations of area residents to the HRMC Foundation.

Whether you don’t have insurance, your insurance requires an

out-of-pocket expense or you’re not sure if it covers

mammograms – we’ve got you covered! Call 353-6214 or visit

www.huronregional.org/mammo for details.

On, Saturday, October 14, the SD Women’s Expo will also

feature information about breast cancer detection and

mammography staff will be on-hand to schedule mammograms

for any women and also to talk to attendees about eligibility for

a We’ve Got You Covered free mammogram. The pink photo

booth is also back!

Again this year, Runnings Farm & Fleet is hosting a Ladies’ Night

Out on Wednesday, October 18, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. HRMC

mammography staff will be providing early detection

information and scheduling mammograms. Shoppers can

purchase a pink bucket for $2 to receive 15 percent off any

regular price items they can fit into the bucket, plus enjoy food

tastings and register for prizes. A portion of the proceeds will

benefit the HRMC Foundation’s We’ve Got You Covered breast

cancer awareness fund.

To help raise awareness of early detection, HRMC is again

partnering with the Huron Tigers volleyball team this year to

host a “Pink Out” on Tuesday, October 24th at 7 p.m., at the

game against Watertown. HRMC staff will be at the game with

early-detection information and opportunities to schedule a

mammogram.

Pumpkin Nut Bread 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt ½ tsp ground ginger ¼ tsp baking soda ¼ tsp ground cloves 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup shortening 2 eggs 1 cup canned pumpkin ¼ cup whole or 2 % milk ½ cup chopped walnuts ½ cup raisins (optional) In mixing bowl stir together flour, baking powder, salt, ginger, baking soda, and cloves. Set aside. In larger mixer bowl, beat together brown sugar and shortening till well combined. Beat in eggs. Add pumpkin and milk; mix well. Add dry ingredients, mixing well. Stir in chopped walnuts and raisins. Pour batter into a greased 9x5x3 inch loaf pan. Bake in a 350o

oven for 55-60 minutes or till a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Remove from pan; cool thoroughly on wire rack.

HRMC Community Hospice would love to speak at your next service club or community function. We enjoy meeting the needs in our community and one of these is informing you about us. Please contact the Home Care Office at 353-6520 to schedule a speaker.

Stay connected with HRMC news by visiting us on line at: ww.huronregional.org or visit our Facebook page: Huron Regional Medical Center .

TACO SOUP 2 pounds ground beef 1 cup diced onions 2 cans pinto beans 2 cans light red kidney beans 1 can whole kernel corn, drained 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes 1 can Mexican style stewed tomatoes 1 can diced tomatoes with chiles 1 small can diced green chiles 1 small can sliced black olives, drained 2 packages Taco Seasoning mix 2 cups water Brown the ground beef and onions in large skillet. Drain. Transfer to large stock pot. Add rest of ingredients and mix. Simmer over low heat for 2 hours. Serve in bowls over corn chips. Additional toppings optional: Sour cream or ranch dressing Grated Cheddar Jack cheese Chopped cilantro Chopped green onions Deli-sliced jalapenos

Hospice volunteers are an integral part of the Hospice team and come in all ages, from all walks of life with a variety of backgrounds and interests – all with one thing in common - the desire to share something of themselves for the well-being of others. As a volunteer at HRMC Hospice, you join a team which has earned the respect of many individuals and organizations. It is both a practice and a policy to treat volunteers as integral members of the team and you will be supported in whichever role you might choose. If you are interested in becoming a Hospice Volunteer, call Karen Decker, Volunteer Coordinator, at the Hospice office, 353-6520.