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UBER ISP Offers 2 Months Free Voice Service With Business Internet Upgrade
Every second of Internet downtime Costs Your Business Money and Damages Your Business Reputation. Upgrade your Internet experience with UBER ISP's Unified Bandwidth Enhanced Resiliency Internet Services Platform and receive 2 months FREE Voice Service. Boost your business's operations reliability with an unparalleled Internet Resiliency Platform.Act now! Don't let another Internet Outage Disrupt Your Business Operations; it might be your last! Take advantage of this limited-time promotion ending October
Herrera Psychology Welcomes Full-Time Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
October 1, 2024 Herrera Psychology Welcomes Full-Time Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern Brittany Crosswell Joins the Team with Immediate Availability Osprey, FL, October 1, 2024 – Herrera Psychology is excited to announce the newest full-time addition to our team, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern – Brittany Crosswell, M.S. She brings a youthful lens through her eclectic approach grounded in gratitude and empathy. Brittany earned a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health
Play for a Cause - Venice YMCA Charity Golf Classic
Venice, September 20, 2024 – The Venice YMCA is excited to announce its upcoming Charity Golf Classic scheduled to take place on Friday, November 8, 2024, at the Wellen Park Golf and Country Club. This highly anticipated event promises a day of golf, fun, and philanthropy, all in support of a great cause. The Venice YMCA Charity Golf Classic offers a unique opportunity for golf enthusiasts and community members to come together for a day of friendly competition and charitable giving. Participants can look
Matthews Currie Ford Trunk or Treat
Attention local businesses! Don’t miss our First Annual Trunk or Treat event on October 25th! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with families, promote your business, and engage with the community.Why Participate?Community Engagement: Show your support and build relationships with local families.Brand Exposure: Set up a decorated trunk to hand out candy and promotional materials.Networking: Connect with other businesses and explore partnership opportunities.Event DetailsDate: October 25thTime:
UBER ISP Launches New Facebook Page to Enhance Customer Engagement
UBER ISP is excited to announce the launch of its new Facebook page, designed to provide customers with timely updates, special promotions, and enhanced communication channels. As a leading provider of reliable internet services in the region, UBER ISP is committed to strengthening its connection with customers by offering real-time support, sharing news about upcoming services, and fostering a vibrant online community. The Facebook page will also serve as a platform for customer feedback, helping UBER
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Child Protection Center Named Best of Florida Regional Winner
The Child Protection Center, Inc. (CPC) has been named a 2024 Best of Florida Regional Winner for Charitable Organizations. The nonprofit is recognized for 45 years of excellence in providing child abuse prevention, intervention, and treatment services in Sarasota and DeSoto Counties. Best of Florida is an annual competition hosted by Guide to Florida, allowing all Floridians to use their voice and voting power to support local businesses and organizations of superior quality. CPC’s Executive Director
Therapy dogs celebrated for ‘pawsitivity’ on National Dog Day at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital
Having a 'ruff' day? This will make you smile. For 15 years, pet therapy dogs and their handlers have been valued members of the animal therapy program at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. They visit the hospital three times monthly and have touched countless lives of patients, their loved ones and care teams. To celebrate International Dog Day, hospital colleagues collected seven boxes of food and supplies for the Suncoast Humane Society, which provides this service. The canine caregivers enjoyed a
Help Name Charmaine and Phil the Shaker Cup Champions!
Join Charmaine and Phil for the 2nd Annual Celebrity Bartender Challenge with the Child Protection Center!Bartending at BrewBurgers Back Porch October 17th from 7 - 9 PM Come support your favorite bartenders and enjoy their specialty cocktails - all while raising the bar for child abuse victims. The team with the most tips will be crowned the Shaker Cup Champions. Help fill their tip bucket! Scan the QR code below to learn more about the event and support their team in raising the most funds for child
Help Celebrate our Nation's Treasures - OUR VETERANS!
WE WANT YOU! Help Southwest Florida Honor flight celebrate our Nation's Greatest Treasures - OUR VETERANS!Operation SWFL Honor Flight Homecoming Tuesday, October 15, 2024 Punta Gorda Airport Allegiant Airlines chartered flight from BWI > PGD Flight arrival time: 8:50 PMArrive early! Anytime after 8 PM95 Southwest Florida Veterans from WWII, KOREA, VIETNAM AND OTHER EARS!Wear your red, white & blue and be ready for the time of your life! We encourage you to carpool! Please follow parking directions of
Join the Child Protection Center for their Celebrity Bartender Challenge
Join the Child Protection Center for a Night of Hope and Healing kick off event - Celebrity Bartender Challenge! October 17, 2024 from 5:00 - 9:00 PMLocation #1: Brewburgers Back Porch, 545 S Tamiami Trail, Venice Location #2: Shuck N' Ale, 648 S Tamiami Trail, Venice Come support your favorite bartender and enjoy their specialty cocktail - all while raising the bar for child abuse victims. The team with the most tips will be crowned the Shaker Cup Champions.Scan the QR code below to learn more or tip
SAVE THE DATE for Child Protection Center's Night of Hope & Healing
Save the Date for the Child Protection Center's Night of Hope & Healing! November 21, 2024 from 6 - 9 PM Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Avenue S, Venice, FL For more information contact: Lou Ann Linn at louannl@cpcsarasota.org or 941-365-1277 Ext. 120
The Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival Debuts at Waterside Park on December 7
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival Debuts at Waterside Park on December 7The event, presented by Bank of America, will feature country’s top blues artists SARASOTA, Fla., August 19, 2024 – The inaugural Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival (LWRBF), presented by Bank of America, will take place at Waterside Park in Waterside Place on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024. This premier event will feature internationally touring blues artists, delicious food and drink, and an atmosphere pulsating with the
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Healing Hearts: Women's Support Group
We are delighted to welcome you to our Women's Support Group event, a gathering dedicated to fostering empowerment, connection, and growth among women. Whether you're seeking support, looking to share your experiences, or eager to connect with like-minded individuals, this event is designed to be a safe and nurturing space for all. : Every 3rd Saturday of the month at 2:00 PM : 1322 N Main St, North Port, FL 34286 Register via this link on our website as limited spots are
Turkey Trot for The Twig
Turkey Trot for the Twig 2024 registration is now open! 5K RUN OR WALK, IN-PERSON: A chip timed 5K race suitable for the entire family with lots of course support from Team Twig race staff. Your registration includes the custom race shirt by Gulf Breeze Apparel and ALL 5K finishers will get a very cute custom finishers medal. Awards for the first male & female overall, youth overall (14 & under), masters, grandmasters, senior grandmasters and veteran grandmasters and 3-deep in age groups 8 & under,
Chaz 51 Steakhouse Two for $49 Three Course Summer Menu
Chaz 51 SteakhouseTwo for $49 Three Course Summer MenuAvailable May 20 to October 20. 941-484-6200 Available Sunday through Thursday only. Cannot be combined with any other promos.Follow us on Facebook!
Healthgrades adds Patient Safety Excellence Award to the list of recognitions given to HCA Florida Englewood Hospital in 2024
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. March 13, 2024 – HCA Florida Englewood Hospital announced today that it has been awarded a 2024 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ for the sixth year by Healthgrades, the leading marketplace connecting doctors and patients. Healthgrades Specialty Excellence Awards™ recognize the nation’s leading hospitals across 18 specialty care areas – recipient hospitals represent the top hospitals in the country for each specialty. Englewood Hospital has been among the Top 10% in the nation every year
Innovative Treatment Now Offered at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital for Carotid Artery Disease Less Invasive Procedure Reduces Risk for Stroke
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. March 5, 2024 – Two years ago, Tom Roberts suffered a heart attack and had successful bypass surgery. Since then, he's lived an active life in Southwest Florida, golfing, biking and taking up tennis. During a routine visit to the cardiologist recently, evidence of carotid artery disease was found even though he had no symptoms. Carotid artery disease occurs when plaque builds up in one or two main arteries that come directly from the heart and provide blood to the brain. If left
Community Leader Erin Halstead Named Chair of the HCA Florida Englewood Hospital Board of Trustees
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. February 8, 2024 – Erin Halstead has been named chairperson for the Board of Trustees for HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. Additionally, Jaclyn Nadler, M.D., has been appointed to a three-year term as a board member. Both are leaders in the community and their professional roles. They will advise hospital leadership on quality and operations. The board follows standards set by The Joint Commission, a global driver of quality improvement and patient safety through the accreditation of
Heart Transplant Recipient Steven Bradley Encourages Others to Live Every Day with Gratitude
Steven Bradley, a 63-year-old Florida resident, encourages others to live every day with gratitude. He shared his story of survival with community members attending a recent Wellness Series event hosted by HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. Thirty years ago, Steven was diagnosed with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), a thickening of the lower main pumping chamber of the heart (the left ventricle). He is a grateful heart recipient today, providing hope to other patients needing transplants. In April 2022,
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HCA Florida Englewood Hospital Demonstrates Commitment to Community Through Volunteering and Giving in 2023
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. January 11, 2024 – HCA Florida Englewood Hospital is proud to announce its remarkable impact on Charlotte and Sarasota Counties in 2023 through the dedicated volunteer efforts of its colleagues, strategic partnerships and generous donations. Joe Rudisill, CEO of HCA Florida Englewood Hospital, expressed enthusiasm about the hospital’s impact, stating, “Not only do we provide compassionate care for the patients that visit our hospital, but we also strive to make the community where we live
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital donated $5,000 to Habitat for Humanity of South Sarasota County
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital donated $5,000 to Habitat for Humanity of South Sarasota County and participated in Women Build to help build stronger communities and healthier tomorrows in our region.Watch the video ENGLEWOOD, Fla. October 30, 2023 – Many families can only dream of is a space to feel welcome and safe. A backyard for children to play in. A new beginning. A place to call home. HCA Florida Englewood Hospital CEO Joe Rudisill and a team of women caregivers donned hard hats, gloves and swung
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HCA Florida Englewood Hospital uses automated, real-time system to detect sepsis early and help save lives
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital uses automated, real-time system to detect sepsis early and help save livesHCA Healthcare’s SPOT technology is an alert system that monitors high risk patients 24/7 ENGLEWOOD, Fla. September 27, 2023 – As part of HCA Healthcare, HCA Florida Englewood Hospital uses an automated, real-time system to identify patients with sepsis more quickly. The system is HCA Healthcare’s Sepsis Prediction and Optimization of Therapy, or SPOT, technology and allows caregivers to intervene
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Joe Rudisill named Chief Executive Officer for HCA Florida Englewood Hospital
Joe Rudisill joined HCA Florida Englewood Hospital today as the new chief executive officer (CEO). He brings more than 16 years of healthcare leadership and operations experience.Rudisill comes to HCA Florida Englewood Hospital from Mission Hospital, an 815-bed HCA Healthcare facility in Asheville, North Carolina, where he served as chief operating officer (COO) for the past four years. He oversaw various services, including burn, emergency department, facilities, laboratory, medical transport, oncology,
Lemon Bay Sunrise Rotary Club surprised a patient at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital on National Grateful Patient Day
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. September 8, 2023 – On National Grateful Patient Day, members of the Lemon Bay Sunrise Rotary Club made a surprise visit to Virginia Marie Frig, a patient at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. The club has launched a project to improve lives in the community which will have an effect globally. They have started at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital where they will present beautiful bouquets of flowers to three unexpecting patients monthly. After spending time visiting with Virginia, President
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HCA Florida Englewood Hospital will host a Wellness Series sharing education on the basics of organ, eye and tissue donation.
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. August 10, 2023 – The monthly Wellness Series hosted by HCA Florida Englewood Hospital continues with “The Basics of Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation” on Thursday, August 24, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. The event will be held at the Suncoast Auditorium at 779 Medical Drive in Englewood. Every year, more than 33,000 men, women and children receive the gift of a lifesaving organ transplant and every 10 minutes, someone’s name is added to the National Transplant waiting list. Organ donation
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital held a Back-to-School Supply Drive for caregivers and nursing students
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. August 2, 2023 – HCA Florida Englewood Hospital helped nursing students and students of caregivers prepare for the new school year by hosting a "We Show Up School Supply Drive" throughout the month of July. The hospital collected enough backpacks and school supplies to provide 13 students a quick start on their back-to-school needs. You will usually see volunteer Stew Kessler on the courtesy cart shuttling patients and visitors around the Englewood Hospital campus. Today, he made a
City of North Port Leaders Toured the Freestanding HCA Florida Emergency Planned for Wellen Park
City of North Port leaders Mayor Barbara Langdon and City Manager Jerome Fletcher took time to tour the HCA Florida Tamiami Trail Emergency at 150 Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte to get a preview of the freestanding emergency facility planned for Wellen Park. Watch the video for the complete story. The newly opened 10,820 square foot facility is a part of HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week with full services including laboratory, x-rays, CT scanning and
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. July 7, 2023 – HCA Florida Englewood Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Silver Plusquality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital to host “Hip, Hip, Hooray! Relief for Hip Pain,” a Wellness Series lunch and learn.
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. April 26, 2023 – The monthly Wellness Series hosted by HCA Florida Englewood Hospital continues with “Hip, Hip, Hooray! Relief for Hip Pain” on Wednesday, July 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will be held in the Community Room at the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce at 597 S. Tamiami Trail in Venice."Hip pain is common in adults and can have a dramatic impact on your daily life," said CEO Steve Young. "This Wellness Series event will provide insight on traditional methods to treat
HCA Florida Healthcare hospitals donate CPR & First Aid in Youth Sports Training kits to Charlotte County Public Schools
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. June 21, 2023 – You never know when you will have an opportunity to save a life. According to the American Heart Association, 70% of cardiac arrests happen in homes. Of those, only 40% receive the immediate help that they need before professional help arrives. Hands-only CPR has been shown to be as effective in the first few minutes as conventional CPR for cardiac arrest at home, at work or in public. During National CPR Week, Michael Ehrat, market lead and CEO of HCA Florida Fawcett
The Children of Caregivers Visit HCA Florida Englewood Hospital for Take Your Child to Work Day
Children of caregivers at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital took part in “Take Your Child to Work Day”, an annual event to celebrate with families on campus. The group learned about how their parents care for patients, how to “eat the rainbow” from a registered dietician, used a scanner to find a vein in their arm, participated in a hand-washing demonstration, saw the four chambers of a heart on a screen and heard their own heartbeat with a stethoscope.The kids took time to design and deliver get-well cards to