Skip to contents
In This Issue:
Thanksgiving Food DriveNow until December 6BWH CafeteriaDonations from the food drive provide emergency food assistance to the residents of Mission Hill and the Fenway. Suggested donations include canned soup, baked beans, canned meat, peanut butter, boxed goods and canned tuna. No glass containers. Cash donations are always welcome. For more information, call ext. 2-7521.
Holiday Resource TableTuesday, December 311 a.m. – 1 p.m.BWH CafeteriaVisit the EAP’s staff Holiday Table to celebrate the season. Free refreshments and suggestions on how to manage stress, set realistic goals and take better care of ourselves will be provided.
4th Annual Multicultural Holiday FestivalThursday, December 122 – 4 p.m.Cabot Atrium(45 Francis Street entrance)Experience the diversity of seasonal celebrations and traditions from around the world. Enjoy light refreshments and holiday music as you learn about the religious histories and customs of Chanukah, Christmas, Diwali, Kwanzaa, Ramadan, Las Posadas, the Epiphany, St. Nicholas Day and St. Lucia Day through displays hosted by your colleagues.
2002 BWH Gift Shop Staff and Employee Appreciation DaysDecember 5, 6, 7 & 8To thank BWH staff for their support throughout the year, the Friends of BWH will extend a 20% discount on selected items. Proceeds from sales are returned to the hospital to enhance patient care.
Partners in Excellence Awards CeremonyMonday, December 94 p.m.Cabot AtriumReception will follow in the Pod B Cafeteria.
BookTalksDecember 91 – 2 p.m.Kesser LibraryAll are welcome to come listen to Margie Levine, who will be discussing her book “Surviving Cancer.” For more information, contact Cara Helfner at ext. 2-8103 or at chelfner@partners.org
Save on Taxes and Plan for RetirementLooking To Save On Taxes Now and Put Money Aside for Retirement? The 403(b) tax deferred retirement savings program (TDA) provides you an opportunity to do both. If you are not already participating and would like information on how to get started, if you are currently contributing but would like to review your asset allocation or have other questions about your investment options, make an appointment to see a representative, who will be at the Connors Center Lobby, (lower level) on these dates:FidelityDecember 21-800-642-7131
TIAA-CREFDecember 161-800-842-2004
VALICDecember 4, 11 & 171-800-892-5558 ext. 89284
Quality Rounds: Sleep and the Healthcare Provider: Impact on Performance, Quality and Safety.Tuesday, Dec 10, 200212 - 1 p.m.Anesthesia Conference Room, L1 This month’s lecture will be conducted by Charles Cziesler, PhD, MD. All staff are invited to attend. Lunch will be provided.
MAFCU Member Appreciation DayThursday, December 128:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.MAFCU Lobby221 Longwood AvenueAll members are invited to visit the Credit Union for prizes, raffles, giveaways, and refreshments.
BWH Perks Program featured tickets/performances currently on sale:
Visit the Perks website at http://is.partners.org/hr/affiliates/perks/perks.html for a FULL LISTING of Offers, Ticket Prices, Contact Names, FAQ’s, Perk Binder Book Locations, Fine Print and Ticket Sale Times with Locations.
Tickets for all above can be purchased at the BWH Perks Office during regular ticket selling times. A limited amount of higher priced tickets other than the balcony can be purchased by contacting Robert Vines of the Boston Celtics at (617) 854-8077 or email bobbyv@celtics.com These offers are not available thru TicketMaster.
All tickets will be sold on a first come - first -serve basis. For questions regarding the BWH Perks Program, please call ext. 2-6584 or e-mail dsullivan16@partners.org Off-site employees who do not work during regular ticket sale times can make alternate arrangements for ticket purchases. Remember: We do not accept Credit Cards. Payments can only be made by cash or check.