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PROVIDING HEALTH & HOSPITAL NEWS
LIFE CARE FOR
SENIORS IN THEIR
OWN HOMES
In their home just south of
Forsyth, Ralph Hemphill, MD,
and his wife of 47 years, Ann, sit
on their back porch overlooking
a babbling Tobesofkee Creek.
THE HEMPHILLS, CARLYLE PLACE AT HOME MEMBERS The couple purchased the
property on the creek bank in
the ‘90s, building and moving
into their home in 1999.
“This is our home. We look forward to spending as much time here in
the future as we can, but we understand that’s not going to last forever,”
Dr. Hemphill says. “We’re planning ahead to be prepared for whatever may
happen tomorrow.”
After detailed research, the former college professor and former librarian
realized their best option for life care lies just down the road, at Carlyle
Place, Navicent Health. Through Carlyle Place at Home, the Hemphills can
remain in their home while enjoying the many benefits of Carlyle Place,
including an active social environment, health and fitness programs, and
educational opportunities, as well as the financial security and peace of
mind that come with knowing their health needs will be met as they age.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT CARLYLE PLACE AT HOME AND TO FIND
OUT IF YOU OR A LOVED ONE MAY QUALIFY, PLEASE CALL
478-405-4549.
THE DO’S AND DON’TS
OF FIREWORKS SAFETY
Each year, more than 10,000 people in the U.S. seek emergency care for
injuries related to fireworks, and approximately one-third of those patients
are under age 15.
Protect yourself and your children from fireworks injuries by following
these tips:
»» Do handle and use fireworks in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and all warning labels.
»» Do light fireworks on smooth, flat surfaces, and aim them away from
buildings, dry leaves, flammable materials and spectators.
»» Do not try to relight fireworks that malfunction.
»» Do not modify fireworks or use homemade fireworks.
»» Do light fireworks one at a time, then quickly move back.
»» Do not shoot fireworks from a metal or glass container.
»» Do keep a phone and a bucket of water or a fire extinguisher handy, and
know first aid for burns.
»» Do actively supervise all children when they are near fireworks.
DR. NINFA M.
SAUNDERS, FACHE,
PRESIDENT AND
CEO OF NAVICENT
HEALTH, AND GENE
WOODS, PRESIDENT
AND CEO OF
ATRIUM HEALTH
ATRIUM HEALTH
AND NAVICENT HEALTH
ANNOUNCE PLANS TO FORM
STRATEGIC COMBINATION
Navicent Health and Atrium Health, previously
Carolinas HealthCare System, have signed
a letter of intent to enter into a strategic
combination to enhance access, affordability
and equity of care for individuals and families in
central and south Georgia.
By bringing together Atrium Health, with its
proven track record for devoting resources and
expertise necessary to deliver unparalleled value
to patients and affiliates alike, and Navicent
Health, a leading Georgia healthcare system that is
committed to elevating health and well-being for its
patients and communities, they will address access
and affordability while co-creating the future of
health in the region.
“Navicent Health has a shared mission with
Atrium Health to continuously improve healthcare
in this region,” says Dr. Ninfa M. Saunders, FACHE,
President and CEO of Navicent Health. “This is the
first major partnership of its type in the Southeast
region and ensures a Macon-based institution will
continue to be the leading driver of healthcare in
central Georgia and beyond, while continuing to
elevate the care that is provided locally. We are
excited to find a partner that shares in our vision
for the future of health.”
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