Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital officially launched its new stroke program. The program, a contractual arrangement with the hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital and SAGE Neurology Group, offers patients suffering from stroke or other neurologic emergencies immediate 24/7 access to board certified, fellowship trained neurologists via telemedicine, using “InTouch TeleStroke” equipment in the Emergency Department provided by Good Samaritan Hospital.
Hospital launches new stroke program
Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital officially launched its new stroke program Aug. 4. The program, a contractual arrangement with HHMH, Good Samaritan Hospital and SAGE Neurology Group, offers patients suffering from stroke or other neurologic emergencies immediate 24/7 access to board certified, fellowship trained neurologists via telemedicine, utilizing “InTouch TeleStroke” equipment in the Emergency Department provided by Good Samaritan Hospital, according to a press release from the hospital. According to that announcement: Suspected stroke patients are quickly assessed by the HHMH Emergency Room staff and a C.T. scan is performed to determine if there is a blood clot or other brain injury. Hospital staff contacts the teleneurologist who is immediately able to remotely access the C.T. results and is then able to visually evaluate the patient utilizing the “InTouch TeleStroke” video equipment. This robotic video equipment is positioned so the teleneurologist can maneuver a camera to clearly see the patient and communicate with the patient and HHMH ER staff. The live video consultation facilitates the real-time evaluation of the patient’s condition and upon obtainment of clinical data, the teleneurologist will provide orders to direct patient care that can be carried out by hospital staff.
Veterans group to host 9/11 ceremony
Local chapters of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion are hosting a Sept. 11 ceremony this year. VFW Post 9242 and American Legion Post 69 will host a brief ceremony to honor Sept. 11 first responders. It is set for 4 p.m. Sept. 11 in the front of the Veterans Memorial Building and will last about 20 minutes, according to an announcement from the groups. VFW Post Commander Bernie Ramirez will recognize responders from Hollister public safety agencies, with other speakers tentatively scheduled. There will be an honor guard portion of the ceremony as well. For more information, contact Ramirez at (831) 902-7811 or bp********@gm***.com.
Fair entry deadline
The 33rd District Agricultural Association invites individuals to submit entries for the 91st Annual San Benito County Fair. According to an announcement from the fair: The heart and soul of any county fair is the participation of the residents of the community. From agriculture, floriculture and home arts to photography and fine arts, there is a category for every interest or hobby. This year’s fair theme is “Pigs, Pies and Paintings.” The exhibitor handbook is available for download on the fair website at http://entryoffice.sanbenitocountyfair.com. It is also available for viewing at the fair office, the county library, Ranchers Feed, and McAbee Feed. For more information, please call the fair office at (831) 628-3421 or email en*********@sa*****************.com. Entries will close at 6 p.m. Friday.
The 2014 San Benito County Fair happens October 3–5, at Bolado Park Event Center located at 9000 Airline Highway in Tres Pinos.
CASA seeks advocates
CASA is looking for adult volunteers interested in becoming advocates for foster children from San Benito County. No special background or education is required, just someone who cares about making a difference in their community and a foster child’s life. For more information, please call (831) 637-4992 or email: in**@ca***********.org.
Pinnacles birding trips
The Pinnacles Condor Fund Committee of Pinnacles Partnership will host several fund-raising birding trips in Pinnacles National Park this fall to raise money for the Condor Restoration Program. These trips will be led by Rusty Scalf and/or Richard Neidhardt and Condor Crew volunteers, according to an announcement from Pinnacles Partnership. According to that announcement: Rusty is a life-long birder who has been teaching bird identification to beginning birders since 1990. He is active in the County Breeding Bird Atlas programs of Alameda, Contra Costa, Yolo and Solano Counties. Rusty also leads trips for the Monterey Birding Festival. Richard Neidhardt is a long-time volunteer on the Pinnacles Condor Crew and has intimate knowledge of the Central California condor flock. Fall hike dates are Oct. 4 and 18, Nov. 1 and 22, and December 6. Participation in these trips requires a donation of $50 per person. Register at www.PinnaclesPartnership.org/donate. Direct questions to in**@pi******************.org.
Pinnacles seeks youths for team
Pinnacles National Park is seeking up to two enthusiastic local youth (age 18 – 25 years) to join our team and make a difference in Pinnacles’ stewardship. Join the Ranger Corps as a part-time to full-time local intern (16-40 hrs/week) for this fall. Learn about the ecology, geology, cultural history, flora and fauna of our area with an emphasis on ethnobotany and California condor recovery. Help visitors have a safe and enjoyable visit to the park. Work alongside National Park Service professionals and experience the various jobs required to manage a national park. Must be between the ages of 18-25 and pass a background check. Benefits include a bi-weekly stipend ranging from $144-360 per week and an AmeriCorps educational award of $1,175 after completion of a minimum of 300 hours of service between September and December. Program begins mid-September; the application deadline is Sept. 8. To apply, send a cover letter, resume and references to De**********@np*.gov. For more information, contact Denise via email (De**********@np*.gov) or at (831) 389-4486 x222.
SJB Sidewalk Sale
The first Sidewalk Sale in San Juan Bautista is set for 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday in the area of Third Street.
Pet Friends Fur Ball
Pet Friends is hosting its second annual Fur Ball event set for 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Hollister Elks Club, 351 Astro Drive, at the airport. It is an evening of music, dining, raffles and fellowship to benefit animals at Pet Friends. Attendees can don their best “fake fur” apparel and join the group for a tri-tip buffet with pasta, salads, garlic bred and dessert. There is a no-host bar with a D.J. and dancing. Tickets are $35 per person or $350 for a table of 10 plus 20 complementary raffle tickets. Ticket sales close Oct. 18. Contact Pet Friends at (831) 634-1191 or go to petfriends.org. Tickets are also available at Postal Graphics, Country Groomers or from any board member. All proceeds benefit the care of animals at Pet Friends.
Casino trip fundraiser
The Hollister Senior Center is having a fundraiser trip to Table Mountain and Chukchansi Indian Casinos on Saturday, October 11, 2014. Departure is 6:30 A.M. from the Hollister Community Center, 300 West Street. The cost is $30.00 per person. Each participant gets $5.00 free play @ Table Mountain Casino, $10.00 free play and $5.00 food voucher @ Chukchansi Casino. The trip is open to anyone 21 and older. This is a fun trip with a raffle, bingo and a drawing for two free seats for this trip. Advance registration is required. For more information call Pauline at 831-637-9275 week days or Dolly at 831-637-1980.
