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Toys for Tots
Employees are invited to bring a new, unwrapped toy for the Toys for Tots collection in the 75 Francis St. lobby, Dec. 17, 2–4 p.m. Toys should be nonviolent in nature and suitable for children up to 12 years of age. Visit BWHPikeNotes.org for more information.
BWH Commuter Survey
BWH is conducting an anonymous survey of how employees commuted to work the week of Nov. 26. With the results, the Massachusetts Rideshare Regulation strives to design a program that helps employees find alternatives to driving to work alone. Those who complete the survey are eligible for prizes including a Kindle Fire. Visit BWHPikeNotes.org for the survey.
Purell Foam or Gel?
Staff are invited to stop by an information table outside the Shop on the Pike on Friday, Dec. 21, 7 a.m.–3:30 p.m., to fill out a quick survey about their personal preference for Purell products. Infection Control will conduct demonstrations of the products and provide give-aways.
Urgent Platelet Need at Blood Donor Center
The Kraft Family Blood Donor Center is experiencing an urgent need for platelets. If you are feeling healthy and well, please call 617-632-3206, or email plateletdonor@partners.org to schedule a life-saving platelet donation. Employees receive a $5 Yawkey Center Dining Pavilion voucher with each donation through the end of the year.
Partners Training and Employment Program
Do you need qualified people for entry-level job openings in your department? The Partners HealthCare Training and Employment Program recently graduated a new class of 11 motivated adults who are available to begin work in entry-level positions at BWH. To interview a program graduate or learn more, contact Cynthia Briggs at cbriggs@partners.org.
Lose Weight and Get Healthy
Start your New Year’s resolution with a visit to the Center for Metabolic Health and Bariatric Surgery (CMBS) at BWH and BWFH. The center offers complimentary daytime information sessions for those interested in weight loss surgery. Evening information sessions are also offered. All Partners employees who attend an information session in January or February will receive $100 off the bariatric surgery program fee. Visit brighamandwomens.org/weightlosssurgery or call 617-732-8500, ext. 1, for more information.